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Rise of Chicken Shop Date highlights how YouTube turned the tables on TV
Just a decade ago, Amelia Dimoldenberg found it impossible to drum up any mainstream celebrities to come on her mock date YouTube show, in which she chats awkwardly with guests over chicken and chips. Even persuading a local actor connected with…
How to watch the 2026 Green Bay Packers: A Cheesehead's TV guide for the regular season
It's about that time — for Lambeau Leaps, for banging the drum all day. The Green Bay Packers are officially back in business from September to January … or perhaps even February. Green Bay has reached the playoffs in six of Matt…
How to Watch Belgian TV Outside Belgium in 2026
Belgium has 2 broadcast markets, Flemish and French-speaking, and neither one reaches past the border. VRT Max, VTM GO, and Streamz serve the north, RTBF Auvio the south, and every one of them turns away foreign traffic. Geo-restrictions are why.
Amazon makes Alexa+ free on compatible Fire TVs
AI is coming to your TV, and if you own a compatible Fire TV, Amazon may add it without you doing anything. Amazon is rolling out Alexa+ to compatible Fire TV devices across the U.S. at no additional cost. You do not need an Amazon Prime membership…
Why WISH-TV, MyINDY-TV 23 and WRTV are not available on DIRECTV
For six years, DIRECTV, AT&T U-verse and DIRECTV Stream customers in Central Indiana have been unable to watch WISH-TV and MyINDY-TV 23 through their television provider. Now, WRTV is unavailable as well. WRTV was removed from DIRECTV platforms on…
Matt Lucas shares retirement plans after saying 'no' to most TV offers
Matt Lucas says he is not quitting acting and TV work - but admits he turns down more offers than he accepts these days. The 52-year-old has barely been on our TV screens in the last couple of years, aside from a brief cameo on The Masked Singe r.
TV tonight: Judi Dench and Ian McKellen share stories, secrets and a little mischief
Judi and her potty-mouthed parrot Sweetheart invite Ian McKellen for a natter in the return of this charming show. Ian reminds her of when they first met, performing a play in 1967, and how Judi saved him from stage fright. Then it's a warm…
BBC TV licence update as government considers 'new concessions'
An update has been given by the BBC as the government sdaid it was considering ‘new concessions' over television licences amid a massive review into funding. The government is currently weighing up potential changes to the BBC 's charter…
Mounting your TV directly on the wall: why this hack is recommended and what it really does
If your television still sits on a long low unit, you are missing one of the easiest TV unit trends 2026 to make a small living room feel larger. Recent colour and design research for 2026 reports that 71% of specialists see strict minimalism in…
Buddy Director Casper Kelly on Twisted Children's TV Mascot Horror
Posted in: Exclusive, Horror, Interview, Movies | Tagged: Buddy, Roadside Attractions, Saban Films Writer-director Casper Kelly (Adult Swim) spoke to us about his latest Roadside Attractions/Saban Films slasher, Buddy, ensemble cast, and more.
11 Years Later, The Flash's Best Episode Is Still The Greatest Moment In DC TV History
DC Comics has many great television moments, but The Flash 's best episode is still the best 11 years later. The comic book production companies, Marvel and DC, have been competitors for decades. While the former has found its success on the big…
All people who can get £180 BBC TV licence for free or at reduced fee - full list
Check if you're eligible for reduced or free tv license Some households can get a TV licence for free or pay a reduced rate, potentially saving hundreds of pounds over the year. The TV licence, which currently costs £180 per year, helps fund…
10 Best 'Far Side' Comics About TV: From Failed TV Pitches to Cringe Talk Shows
Television has certainly come a long way since The Far Side ended in 1995. Sure, there were great classic dramas and sitcoms, but the prestige quality of today's TV shows has certainly elevated the medium. Still, there's plenty to poke fun at…
The Netflix show that will make or break Meghan Markle's struggling TV career
Meghan Markle could return to acting Meghan Markle has just embarked on a fresh start after moving to the UK with Prince Harry and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Following the family's return, however, it's been suggested…
CrimeWatch expands beyond TV with digital initiatives as it turns 40
SINGAPORE: CrimeWatch is expanding its reach beyond television through a series of digital-first initiatives, including a TikTok micro-drama, a debut on Singapore Airlines flights and gamified experiences. The campaign is part of efforts to boost…
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