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TV tonight: the amazing photos that show Carrie Fisher’s remarkable life (www.theguardian.com)

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The Star Wars actor’s career is the focus of a new series that uses photographs to discuss the lives of 10 famous people. Plus, tips to avoid being scammed. Here’s what to watch this evening

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Doctor Who confirms Steven Moffat's return for season 14 (www.radiotimes.com)

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After rumours galore, the writer, who helmed the BBC sci-fi from 2010 to 2017, will officially make his return for Ncuti Gatwa's season.

Moffat said of his return: "Yes, OK, fair enough – apologies to everyone I've very slightly misled – I am in fact writing an episode of the series of Doctor Who. Exactly like I said I never would. What can I tell you?

"There was begging, there was pleading but finally Russell agreed to let me have another go – so long as I got out of his garden. Working with old friends and a brand new Doctor I couldn't be happier.

"Sorry I was a bit reticent on the subject for so long. It was all part of an elaborate plan that would have delighted millions but at the last minute I forgot what it was."

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Doctor Who Companion Races Against Time in New British Superhero Series (www.denofgeek.com)

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Think grown-up British drama in the Misfits, The Power and Heroes vein, but specifically exploring Black British perspectives on the superpower genre.

Speaking to Deadline in August 2022 Rapman explained where his show would differ from Marvel and DC superpower stories:

“If I got powers, my first thing wouldn’t be to go and buy a spandex outfit. I was thinking ‘What can I use my powers for to put my family in a better position?’ As much as I love Marvel and DC you know it’s going to work out in the end but in our story you just don’t know what’s going to happen because it’s a grounded superpowers show. They are hero characters but they’re all very flawed.”

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Supacell arrives on Netflix in June 2024.

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TV tonight: the horrifying hard truths about what’s really in a vape (www.theguardian.com)

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Jordan North makes some shocking discoveries about the nation’s bad habit. Plus, the emotional final episode of Bring the Drama. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: Who is The Serpent? Charles Sobhraj faces a real-life interrogation (www.theguardian.com)

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In this intense series, the convicted killer is asked about murders he has never been tried for. Plus: The Hairy Bikers Go West comes to a poignant end. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: what happened when a Black broadcaster visited a ‘whites-only’ town in South Africa? (www.theguardian.com)

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Journalist Ade Adepitan asks uncomfortable questions as he spends a week in Orania. Plus: Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice waltz around Spain. Here’s what to watch today

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TV tonight: Alison Hammond hosts her first Celebrity Bake off (www.theguardian.com)

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Former Dr Who Jodie Whittaker is among the guest as the charity baking show returns. Plus: Stacey Dooley begins another series of sleepovers in a Nevada brothel

Alison Hammond helps to host her first celebrity Bake Off, with a pretty good group of famous faces. Former Time Lord Jodie Whittaker, Brit winner Paloma Faith, comedian Munya Chawawa and that one from Made in Chelsea, Spencer Matthews, will be battling it out in the tent. First up: cake pops. Then it’s time to recreate Paul and Prue in biscuit form. Hollie Richardson

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Taskmaster Series 17 Official Trailer (youtu.be)

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TV tonight: a gripping murder mystery with a beautiful New Zealand backdrop (www.theguardian.com)

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An Irish couple go missing in this dark new drama. Plus: a speedily-assembled look at Glasgow’s most underwhelming new tourist attraction; Willy’s Chocolate Experience

Fans of thrillers Kin and Hidden Assets will enjoy getting stuck into this tense six-parter. Irish detective Theo Richter (Richard Flood) teams up with a Kiwi detective, Diana Huia (Acushla-Tara Kupe), when an Irish couple go missing in rural New Zealand. Is there a connection to a murderous Irish gang? Hollie Richardson

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TV tonight: Lenny Henry bows out after nearly 40 years of Comic Relief (www.theguardian.com)

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Funny for Money also stars David Tennant, Davina McCall, Alan Partridge – and the cast of W1A. Plus: Fantasy Football League. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: a sexy, woozy drama for romance fans (www.theguardian.com)

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A middle-aged couple rekindle their steamy teen romance in present-day Bologna. Plus, Kerry Godliman’s cosy teatime crime drama. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: exploring the aftermath of murder in the social media era (www.theguardian.com)

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Zara McDermott investigates the queasy online fallout after the 2022 Idaho student killings. Plus, Boris Johnson plumbs new depths. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: real-life Jacobean intrigue for fans of Mary & George (www.theguardian.com)

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Bloody docu-drama Royal Kill List tells the vengeful tale of Charles II. Plus: the ever-loveable Mel Giedroyc hears more cringeworthy celebrity stories. Here’s what to watch tonight

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TV tonight: the conspiracy theory about a satanic cult at a Hampstead school (feddit.uk)

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Parents are accused of being part of a paedophile conspiracy in this wild documentary. Plus: is university really worth it? Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: catch all the live action from this year’s Oscars (www.theguardian.com)

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Jonathan Ross guides us through Hollywood’s biggest event. Plus, catch up with Beth Ditto and Gossip’s stomping set at 6 Music Festival. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: Sharleen Spiteri has something a bit special for Texas fans (www.theguardian.com)

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Join the singer and her band for some gorgeous performances. Plus, Crufts continues. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: John Wilson hacks into the ‘restroom matrix’ (www.theguardian.com)

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An investigation into New York facilities leads to the Burning Man festival – naturally. Plus, Jason Statham gets his own channel. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: Crufts 2024 promises four days of pawfection (www.theguardian.com)

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Animal-mad Clare Balding is at the helm of the canine festival coverage. Plus: an out-of-this-world pitch on Dragons’ Den. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TV tonight: how did Boris Johnson ever become prime minister? (www.theguardian.com)

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A giddy ride on the Tory politician’s rollercoaster career. Plus, a new cosy crime series with three female sleuths. Here’s what to watch this evening

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TalkTV to close down television channel and go online only (www.theguardian.com)

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TalkTV will be taken off air in the summer and move online, it has been announced, weeks after Piers Morgan left his daily show on the channel.

Morgan said he was leaving to focus on the Uncensored YouTube channel, saying that daily, fixed TV schedules had been “an increasingly unnecessary straitjacket”.

A statement from Scott Taunton, TalkTV’s president of broadcasting, said in a briefing to staff: “Two years ago, we would not have been brave enough to launch a channel without a linear presence, but audiences of all ages have moved fast and smartphones are now the primary device where news is consumed. We need to adapt to this as a priority.

“We are therefore intending that Talk comes off linear television from early summer and our focus will be on streaming.”

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Half of British Television Always Starts Like This [YouTube] (www.youtube.com)

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TV tonight: Julianne Moore’s ribald romp in the 17th-century royal court (www.theguardian.com)

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Mary & George is a historical drama oozing with sex, violence and intrigue. Plus: a rollercoaster finale for Kin, the Irish crime series. Here’s what to watch tonight

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TV tonight: it’s time to enter the Celebrity Brother house (www.theguardian.com)

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All the usual bells and whistles, including a live feed so you can watch the celebs 24/7. Plus: Trump – the Sequel? Here’s what to watch this evening

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Bergerac: Jersey government asked for £1.8m for remake of hit series (www.bbc.co.uk)

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The Government of Jersey has been asked for £1.8m to fund a remake of BBC detective series Bergerac.

Based in and depicting Jersey, Bergerac aired from 1981 to 1991 - featuring John Nettles as detective Jim Bergerac.

It is hoped a remake of the hit series would attract more visitors to the island.

Robert Mackenzie, from the Channel Islands Travel Group, said: "I think any publicity of this type is to be welcomed.

"When a destination is featured in a drama programme, it does draw attention to it, it does raise interest in the destination, and I'm sure that as a result of Bergerac being re-filmed, it will attract more people to come to the island, I'm absolutely certain about that."

Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham said the investment was "being considered", but said he would need to go to the Council of Ministers on the matter.

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TV tonight: an explosive finale for Vicky McClure in Trigger Point (www.theguardian.com)

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Bomb disposal officer Lana faces a terrible dilemma. Plus: the excellent Alex Kingston tell’s the story of Frankenstein. Here’s what to watch this evening