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I'm still recognised for my cult Gavin & Stacey scene
She appeared in just one scene of Gavin & Stacey, but Catrin-Mai Huw still gets recognised for her role in the show.
Rosie Mercer, BBC, 13th December 2024
Ian Hislop bandaged after being hit by electric bike
Ian Hislop was hit by an electric bike as he crossed the road, leaving him needing medical treatment and a head bandage.
Milo Pope, Daily Mail, 13th December 2024
Inside new Gavin & Stacey Christmas special
Ahead of its hugely anticipated Christmas Day return, I have been invited down for an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at Gavin & Stacey.
The Sun, 13th December 2024
Count Arthur Strong Is Charles Dickens In A Christmas Carol review
A unique take on a familiar festive tale.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 13th December 2024
Edinburgh Fringe Society hikes its ticket commission 25%
The charity behind the world's biggest arts festival is increasing the cut it takes on sales from its box office from four to five per cent from next year. In more positive news for performers, it has vowed to freeze registration fees for yet another year, and pledged to to the same in 2026, meaning this cost will not have risen in 20 years. The full £393 fee would now be £648 had it keep up with inflation.
Chortle, 13th December 2024
Milton Jones interview
Comedy star brings Ha!Milton to all corners of the nation.
Stuart Rolt, BN1 Magazine, 13th December 2024
John Kearns on straddling the cult and the mainstream
"Take the wig and teeth off? That's what everyone would do... not me!"
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 13th December 2024
Daring Strictly routines and wit - what's next for Chris McCausland?
The blind comedian, who is in the running to win the Strictly Come Dancing title, has extended his tour Yonks! and could see a raft of offers for TV roles.
Alex Farber, The Times, 13th December 2024
My favourite holiday: Liam Withnail
Withnail recalls how a dreaded stag adventure in the world capital of hedonism took a playful turn.
Liam Withnail, The List, 13th December 2024
When the Jolly Boys went to Margate: Inside David Jason's favourite Only Fools episode
The Trotters' Xmas trip to the beach had pathos, an exploding coach and Rodney punching a yuppie. Thirty-five years on, it's still a classic.
Tom Fordy, The Telegraph, 13th December 2024Robin Hood pantomime at The London Palladium - review
The London Palladium pantomime has scored another bullseye!
Tom Millward, What's On Stage, 13th December 2024Adam Riches and John Kearns ARE Ball and Boe review
Although the hour never drags, there are a few slow moments, like the Naughty or Nice skit, that aren't particularly funny or clever.
Richard Maguire, The Reviews Hub, 13th December 2024Videos
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1:30pm30 min
Breaking The News
Series 29, Episode 10Des Clarke is joined by guests Felicity Ward, Geoff Norcott, Josie Long and Raymond Mearns.
6:30pm30 min
The Naked Week
Series 1, Episode 3The team look at the week's news and, while trying understand how rebels took Syria so quickly, a military strategist helps us to take the Warwickshire stronghold of Nuneaton. Plus Rupert the Jorkiepoo helps solve the prison overcrowding crisis.
8pm60 min
Junior Taskmaster
Episode 6 - You Can't Milk A PigeonIt's the first semi-final, which means we're getting dangerously close to finding out who'll be taking home Junior Taskmaster Rose Matafeo's golden bonce. The contestants are on tenterhooks, Rose is scrutinising their every move, and Rose's assistant Mike Wozniak has even combed his moustache. Our semi-finalists perform a poem about their favourite celebrity and tell some secrets to a milkman called Mark.
9pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 68, Episode 10Stephen Mangan guest hosts. Liberal Democrats leader Ed Davey makes his debut appearance, as does comedian Rachel Parris.
10pm65 min
10:30pm30 min
Breaking The News
Series 3, Episode 10Join Des Clarke and guests Felicity Ward, Geoff Norcott, Josie Long and Raymond Mearns as they offer their own take on the last seven days.
10:40pm50 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 32, Episode 11 - Daniel Craig, Jesse Eisenberg, Kieran Culkin, Nicola Coughlan, FloDaniel Craig says he couldn't have made Queer while he was still doing Bond, Nicola Coughlan can't say anything about Doctor Who, Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin talk about their new movie, and Flo performs live in the studio.