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Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
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Full list of BBC shows off air for Wimbledon – is your favourite getting the axe?
Scroll to find out which soap has been majorly affected by Wimbledon SCHEDULE SHAKE-UP Full list of BBC shows off air for Wimbledon – is your favourite getting the axe? LOTS of fan favourite BBC shows are facing schedule shake-ups over the next few weeks as Wimbledon continues to dominate the Beeb. The BBC's coverage of the famous tennis tournament kicked off on Monday (June 30) and will end on July 13. 4 Wimbledon has caused lots of your favourite daytime shows to be taken off air Credit: PA 4 Popular series Escape To The Country is one of the shows affected Credit: BBC 4 Pointless has also been taken off air while Wimbledon is on Credit: BBC 4 EastEnders is now off air for eight days after being rocked by schedule chaos Credit: BBC Every year, as Wimbledon is aired on the BBC, regular shows find themselves either bumped or subject to a schedule change. If you are wondering how this affects some of your daytime shows, it's been revealed that BBC One shows Escape to the Country, Garden Rescue, Bridge of Lies, and Pointless have been taken off air while the competition continues. Over on BBC Two, The Edge, Lightning, Unbeatable, and Murder, Mystery and My Family have been also cancelled. Weatherman Walking, Hidden Treasures of the National Trust, Flog It, Richard Osman's House of Games and Robson Green's Weekend Escapes, have all also be pulled to make way for Wimbledon. All of the above BBC shows will return on Monday, July 14, once the tennis tournament has concluded. The One Show, which typically airs at 7pm on weeknights, is also off air to coincide with Wimbledon and the show's summer break. The popular evening show has been off air since June 30, and is expected to return on July 28. Revealing the news, host Alex Jones said: "We are taking a bit of a break for the next four weeks. "We'll be back on Monday, July 28th, but there's plenty to enjoy like Wimbledon and the Euros." EASTENDERS SCHEDULE Two-time champion Petra Kvitova, 35, bursts into tears after ending Wimbledon career in worst possible way The Sun previously revealed how EastEnders is being majorly affected during Wimbledon. This week, the long running soap was switched from its regular BBC One slot onto sister channel, BBC Two. Despite usually airing Monday to Thursday at 7:30pm on the main BBC channel, fans instead were given two episodes on Monday and Tuesday. Following yesterday's double-bill (July 1), fans will now have to go a whole eight days before getting their next fix of Albert Square action. EastEnders won't air again until July 9.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Wimbledon star bursts in to tears as she suffers shock 6-0 6-0 defeat in first round
YULIA PUTINTSEVA burst into tears as she suffered a brutal 6-0 6-0 defeat to Amanda Anisimova at Wimbledon. The Kazakh star reached the fourth round in SW19 last year, even dumping out then-world No1 Advertisement 4 Yulia Putintseva cried into her towel Credit: BBC 4 The Kazakh was trailing 6-0 5-0 at the time Credit: BBC 4 Amanda Anisimova and Putintseva shared a brief handshake Credit: BBC Her Wimbledon stay was to be a much shorter one this time around, as she fell to Anisimova in just 45 minutes without winning a game. During the changeover at 6-0 5-0, Putintseva cried into her towel. Anisimova, 23, was ruthless from there, winning the next game to complete the drubbing. The pair then engaged in a brusque handshake before Putintseva swiftly left the court . Advertisement READ MORE WIMBLEDON Anisimova won 51 points to Putintseva's paltry total of 21. The American also struck 18 winners to 10 unforced errors. Her opponent, meanwhile, hit just ONE winner throughout the entire contest, in addition to 14 unforced errors. Anisimova, seeded 13th at this year's Championships, will face Renata Zarazua in round two on Wednesday. Advertisement Most read in Tennis Live Blog Putintseva was Greek star Sakkari had just prevailed 7-5 7-6 when the flashpoint occurred. 'Nobody likes you' - Fiery moment tennis stars clash on court after player's sarcastic gesture Tempers flared when the pair shook hands at the end of the match as both Advertisement She also slammed her for the lack of eye contact during their frosty hand shake. Putintseva responded by sarcastically curtsying in front of Sakkari and then reportedly telling her to go "go f*** herself". In her on-court interview, Sakkari joked: "I don't think she's going to invite me for dinner for the rest of our lives. "But I don't care to be honest. I have very good friends." Advertisement Putintseva then went on write on Instagram: "By the way - not that I care - I shook her hand as most women do. "Clearly not according to the 'hugging protocol' some men seem to follow." 4 Putintseva was involved in an on-court spat with Maria Sakkari Credit:
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
BBC hits back and insists Call The Midwife ‘isn't going anywhere' revealing sixteenth series is ‘in the pipeline'
THE BBC have confirmed Call The Midwife 'isn't going anywhere' - following reports that the beloved series would be ending. Having debuted in 2012, the long-running show follows a group of midwives living in London 's East End during the 50s and 60s. 4 The BBC have hit back at reports of Call The Midwife ending Credit: BBC 4 The beloved period drama launched back in 2012 Credit: Alamy 4 It has been a firm favourite for many years Credit: BBC Throughout its run, the programme has been a huge hit with audiences across the UK. The BBC said: "The BBC would like to reassure fans that Call The Midwife will remain at the heart of the BBC for years to come. "As previously announced, there are two Christmas specials, a new series, a film and prequel series, before a sixteenth series in due course. " Call the Midwife isn't going anywhere.' Read more on Call the Midwife Originally, A source told the publication: 'After years of drama and countless births, Call The Midwife is coming to an end. "The team have decided it's time to draw the show to a close and bow out. "This is the last we'll see of these much-loved characters. Storylines will tie up a lot of loose ends." Most read in News TV They added: 'It's a bittersweet time for the cast and crew. They're all sad it's coming to an end, but they want to make sure the show gets the ending it deserves.' Up to 11 million people watched the highly-anticipated episodes at any time since it first launched in 2012. Call the Midwife viewers devastated as fan-favourite character quits drama amid fears for its future The show has won National Television Awards, TV Choice Awards and has received several BAFTA nominations. Earlier this year, The Sun revealed fans As it is to be set in World War II it could feature younger versions of older characters from Call the Midwife. Creator and writer Heidi Thomas said: 'The opening of new doors at Nonnatus House feels profoundly emotional, and yet just right. "I have never run out of stories for "But having wept, laughed, and raged my way from 1957 to 1971, I found myself yearning to delve into the deeper past. Call The Midwife: A breakdown Call The Midwife first came onto the airwaves in 2012 and has been seen by millions. But what is it about? Series one: Set in early 1957 and it explored the 'Baby Boom generation, which included themes of poverty and post-war immigration. Series two: Set in 1958 and it showed gas and air being introduced for pain relief for the first time. It ended with the Nonnatus House building being condemned. Series three: Set in 1959 and it depicted gruesome conditions such as cystic fibrosis, polio and it showed the midwives in the context on prisons. Series four: Set in 1960 under the threat of nuclear warfare and the emergency response guidelines issued by the local Civil Defence Corp. Other themes included LGBT rights, and syphilis. Series five: Set in 1961 and it shows the care of patients with conditions such as Typhoid and strokes. We also saw the effects of thalidomide, the introduction of the contraceptive pill. Series six: Set in 1962 and domestic violence was at the centre of the season. Other themes included FGM (female genital mutilation), mental health issues and interracial marriage. It was also notable for the introduction of Reggie, a recurring character with Down Syndrome. Series seven: Set in 1963 and we see Nurse Lucille Anderson for the first time. We also see the show address conditions such as dementia, huntington's disease, leprosy and meningitis Series eight: Set in 1964 and it bravely covered the issue of abortion, which was not legal for another three years in 1967. Sickle cell disease, cleft lip, cleft palate and intersex people also featured. Series nine: Diptheria was at the centre of the ninth instalment in 1965, and it was notable for featuring a blind expectant mother. But the role of Nonnatus House within the community also came into question. Series ten: Set in 1966, Nonnatus House has a rival in the form of the private Lady Emily Clinic in Mayfair. PKU, diabetes and the controversy surrounding abortion were central themes. Series eleven: Set in 1967 amid the housing crisis and a scabies epidemic. The show was rocked by a train crash right next to Nonnatus House. "The Blitz years in the East End were extraordinary - filled with loss, togetherness, courage and joy. "The bombs fell, the babies kept on coming, and the Sisters kept on going. "There will be so much in the prequel for our wonderful, loyal fans, including the appearance of some familiar (if much younger!) faces." Call the Midwife airs on BBC One and iPlayer. 4 Fans will have more to look forward to - in the form of a prequel Credit: BBC
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Grado reveals plans for sensational return to hit BBC show with hilarious best pal
The Scottish soap is being axed due to bad ratings after a final series next year COMEBACK KING Grado reveals plans for sensational return to hit BBC show with hilarious best pal Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GRADO has revealed he hopes to make a ruthless return to River City - by killing best pal and show stalwart Shellsuit Bob. The wrestler turned actor enjoyed a brief Shieldinch stint in 2014 when he joined the cast as a bonkers grappler named Buster. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Grado joined the cast of River City in 2015 Credit: BBC 4 Grado wants to kill off pal Stephen Purdon's Shellsuit Bob character. Credit: John Kirkby - The Sun Glasgow 4 The telly wrestler wants to floor his friend again Credit: BBC 4 Purdon has been part of the River City cast since the beginning With the Scottish soap being axed due to bad ratings after a final series next year, time is running out for the Two Doors Down favourite, 37, to make his comeback. But he's currently on a comedy tour with friend Stephen Purdon, 42 - who has played Bob since River City debuted in 2002 - and he's hatched a dramatic plan. Grado, real name Graeme Stevely, said: 'My ideal storyline is for me to come back and kill Bob. 'I would choke him to death in the wrestling ring in Shieldinch Town Hall. 'Can you imagine? The ratings would be so good if that happened that they'd maybe keep it going.' Buster was last seen heading for Las Vegas to pursue his professional wrestling dream. But while Grado's River City stint ended rather quickly, his friendship with Stephen has stayed strong. They barely knew one another when they met on set and have now spent years performing as one of Scotland's most popular panto duo's. The pair also host the hilarious Pint and Two Shots podcast alongside comedian Chris Toal. Grado and Stephen are also on tour right now - taking their Shellsuits and Spandex performance all over Scotland throughout June. Iconic Scots BBC show AXED after more than 20 years The grappler, best known as Alan in Two Doors Down and PC Hugh McKirdy in Scot Squad, said: 'The shows are getting tighter every night. I've uncovered Bob's debut in River City and other acting jobs from over the years. 'He's uncovered videos of mine too and my first episode of River City. 'We're telling stories about that and how it's ending, and I'm talking about Two Doors Down, Scot Squad and wrestling. 'It's a review of the last 20 years and there's a couple of embarrassing stories in there that are a bit close to the bone. 'We had a show in Kilmarnock and the lights came up and I noticed my wean's nursery teachers in the crowd so that was a bit awkward. 'These are the folk I bump into Monday to Friday and these stories weren't exactly PG. They all absolutely loved it though.' Grado, who also hosts Go Radio's breakfast show every morning, added: 'We do Q&As with the fans and it's hilarious. 'There's a lot of mega River City and Two Doors Down fans. TWO DOORS DOWN DREAM WE revealed in March that Two Doors Down was set for a shock comeback. The popular BBC programme was shelved two years ago following the death of the sitcom's co-creator Simon Carlyle. But an insider confirmed a one-off special will be filmed this summer featuring all the cast and is set to be screened over the Christmas period. Fellow creator Gregor Sharp has been working on material to bring the neighbours of Latimer Crescent back together. A source said: 'Gregor always felt that the show was Simon's baby - they were his characters. That's why he said he could not continue. 'But Gregor has finally relented and said yes. It's great news because the show was just left hanging there for the viewers. 'Doing a one-off special, rather than writing a whole new series, takes the pressure off of Gregor. 'Hopefully if viewers are happy with the results that will encourage Gregor to continue. 'There really would be no better tribute to Simon than to continue with what he created.' Grado refused to be drawn on the speculation but admitted the series means a lot to him. He said: 'I think Two Doors Down is brilliant. I'd love for it to come back.' 'When somebody asks a question about Lenny Murdoch, Stephen FaceTime's him and he's usually in his goony. 'I do the same with Elaine C Smith. Three times I've had to phone her and apologise but she doesn't mind.' It wasn't that long ago that Grado was wrestling more than 150 shows a year. He's recently taken a step back from his first love and only wants to get back into the spandex when it's something special. He was part of an event in Italy last month - the first time he's wrestled in the country. Now he's glad to be on a tour that doesn't leave him in agony afterwards. He explained: 'There's so many venues where I'm turning up saying I'm sure I wrestled in here before. 'Dunbar is the only place on this tour that I've never wrestled in before so I'm glad to be going there. 'I don't even mind driving for hours because I don't have to take my bags and put the leotard on. 'It's the best feeling not having to stick on the baby oil and lycra and knee high boots. 'These days if I go to tie my boots it takes me half an hour to pull myself back up. 'You've to meet the guy you're wrestling and you never know what will happen in a wrestling match, one dodgy move and you're not driving home, you're stretchered home.' Grado, who recently celebrated his second wedding anniversary with wife Steph, has also been enjoying feeling like a ladies' man on tour. The dad of two usually chats about football and wrestling which are typically viewed as more male dominated subjects. But River City and Two Doors Down must have a large female viewership - as there's been a record amount of women in attendance to see their pair. Grado said: 'I wouldn't say I'm the eye candy, but people still look at Bob as the wee pint sized cutie. Don't forget he's 42 now though. 'The majority of the crowds have been women and it's been great. 'People in Aberdeen went nuts for Bob. I always knew Aberdeen was a mega River City town because whenever I wrestled there - and I was only in eight episodes - the full crowd chanted Buster. 'Half of them had the hankies out asking what will happen to Bob with River City ending. 'It's funny because I'd never even met Stephen before I joined the cast of River City. 'He'd been on the show for 12 years when I went in and I didn't know how to take him. 'Now we're mates and having all this fun telling our stories.' But if Grado was hoping to have total support for his River City return dream, he might be out of luck. His own wife is a diehard fan of the show and doesn't know if he deserves a second shot on the soap - especially if he wants to kill off beloved Bob. The funnyman joked: 'I told Steph that I'd love to go back, that apparently Buster is currently still wrestling in Las Vegas. 'I said to her that River City has a year left to go and asked if she thinks they might phone me and ask me to come back to Shieldinch. 'She's a proper River City diehard and doesn't miss an episode - and she said 'nah, of all the legends, why would they bring you back?' 'But I'll be ready if they want to bring Buster back.' Visit to buy tickets for Grado and Stephen Purdon's Shellsuits and Spandex
Scottish Sun
16-06-2025
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- Scottish Sun
New EastEnders bombshell as ex-star Michelle Ryan returns as Zoe Slater – and she's back FOR GOOD after 20 years
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EASTENDERS legend Michelle Ryan has returned to the soap after 20 years away - and is back for good. As gorgeous Zoe Slater, the actress is best known for her explosive 'You ain't my mother!' showdown with Kat Slater, now Moon. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 EastEnders icon Michelle Ryan is returning to the soap after 20 years – and this time she's back for good Credit: BBC 4 Zoe was embroiled in the murder of Den Watts with accomplices Chrissie Watts and Sam Mitchell Credit: BBC 4 Michelle, as Zoe, in the soap from 2000 Credit: BBC She's now back on Albert Square as Kat marries Alfie for the third time and prepares to take over the Queen Victoria pub. Viewers will see Zoe in two further episodes this week but she will be on board full-time this summer. Speaking on her return to the BBC soap, Michelle said: 'It feels like coming home. 'After doing my first few scenes, it was like I'd never been away. 'It all happened at the right time. 'I'd already been thinking about a return because I'd met up with Kacey Ainsworth (Little Mo) and Kim Medcalf (Sam Mitchell) and we were reminiscing our fond memories of the show, and I'd also joined social media and saw that there was still a lot of love for the character. 'It just so happened that at the same time, EastEnders had announced a new Exec who was keen to explore the potential of a return as he was such a massive fan of Zoe and the Slaters, so both of our worlds aligned at the right time, and I'm so excited to be back. 'When I was pitched the storylines, and when I read the scripts, I knew it was the right decision.' EastEnders new boss, Executive Producer Ben Wadey added: 'Before I even stepped into the role, Zoe Slater was on my wish-list of returnees as, although we haven't seen her on screen for twenty years, her character has transcended time due to her popular storylines.' The mother-daughter spectacle with Kat in 2001 cemented Zoe as one of the BBC soap's most iconic characters. EastEnders' Kat Slater calls her estranged daughter Zoe Slater who left 13 years ago The scene revealed that Zoe, the youngest of the all-female Slater clan, was in fact Kat's daughter but had been brought up by Charlie and Viv Slater as her own. In the storyline, Zoe is fed up of being bossed around by Kat and yells: 'You can't tell me what to do - you ain't my mother,' to which Kat explodes: 'Yes I am!' Zoe also had a string of countless failed love interests, including a disastrous relationship with Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman). The doomed affair - which resulted in a pregnancy - saw Zoe embroiled in the murder of Den Watts with accomplices Chrissie Watts and Sam Mitchell. Zoe left Albert Square in 2005 but during her time away, Zoe and Kat's relationship was said to have broken down once again and the pair have been estranged ever since. Michelle added: 'I can't say too much as there is a lot of drama to come, but Zoe is a mess. 'She's not the girl that left Walford twenty years ago, and she's been really struggling on her own. 'She has her defences up, but this week you will see that she needs help, but whether she is willing to accept it is another story.' Michelle made her debut in 2000 alongside Jessie Wallace as Kat, Kasey Ainsworth as Little Mo and Elaine Lordan as Lynne. She quit the show in 2005 in a bid to crack Hollywood and landed the lead role in a big-budget remake of The Bionic Woman - but it failed to impress and was axed after just one season. In 2008 she ruled out a return to the soap. She said: 'I just got quite bored in the end, to be honest. 'Doing the same thing day in, day out. 'It's just so boring. 'I like to jump from different things.' She added: 'Money doesn't drive me. 'You couldn't get me back.' However last year she said 'never say never' when asked about a potential return. 4 In 2008 Natalie ruled out a return to the soap Credit: Getty Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club.
