BBC Denies Octopus Mascot On Quiz ‘University Challenge’ Was Coded Antisemitic Attack

Graham Norton is back for another evening of laughter and chat as he interviews a group of celebs on his famous sofa. And this week's lineup is full of Hollywood A-listers who have won four Academy Awards between them.

The BBC has joined other news outlets in naming the senior British royals accused of making comments about the skin color of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle‘s son Archie.

Helen George was left blushing during an interview on BBC's Morning Live as her pet dog Charlie began partaking in some self-grooming as she chatted via video link. The Call the Midwife actress, 39, appeared on the BBC show on Thursday, 30 November, to discuss The King and I with hosts Kym Marsh and Gethin Jones.

BBC Studios Scripted MD Mark Linsey has said the production community “needs to think about how to make drama and comedy at a lower tariff” amidst a tricky economic situation.

Rishi Sunak has refuted claims that he said it was "OK" to let people die from coronavirus. The allegations surfaced from a diary entry by Sir Patrick Vallance, the UK Government's chief scientific adviser during the pandemic, which was shared with the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.

Russell Brand appeared to have been removed from an episode of Gavin & Stacey on BBC iPlayer, following allegations emerging about the actor and comedian earlier this year.In September, Brand was accused of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse following a joint investigation by The Times, The Sunday Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches. Brand strongly denied the claims.Earlier this month, Brand was reportedly questioned by police over alleged assault allegations.Fans rewatching the 2007 Christmas special of the beloved sitcom noticed that the joke had been removed.The joke in question is mentioned when the characters go to Pam and Mick’s (played by Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb) and Nessa (Ruth Jones) returns from reading to baby Neil.

Stacey Solomon was issued a 'don't you dare' warning from fans as she dazzled them with her appearance as she headed on a rare night out with her husband Joe Swash. The Loose Women star jokingly did her trademark 'Tap to Tidy' on herself as she glammed up for a special evening.

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden has opened up about her battle with cancer, admitting she feels "angry" and doesn't want "looks of sympathy". The 33 year old professional dancer, who also lives with Crohn's Disease, was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year and had to undergo a mastectomy and chemotherapy. Amy shared her journey with fans on social media, saying: "I never asked [for] this to happen to me.

More details are trickling down about Prince Harry and King Charles III’s estranged relationship.

Bobby Brazier has been dazzling the Strictly Come Dancing audience with his beaming smile and infectious personality ever since he stepped foot in the ballroom with professional dance partner Dianne Buswell.

Doctor Who is returning with three special episodes starring fourteenth doctor David Tenant.

The battle for the Glitterball trophy may still be ongoing on Strictly Come Dancing but we're already thinking ahead to the next special which will air over Christmas. Once the main series finishes in mid-December, fans won't have to wait long for their next fix of the BBC One dance contest.

Masterpiece PBS and the BBC are set to begin production on Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light, an adaptation of the final novel in Hilary Mantel’s award-winning trilogy.

Demonstrators protesting Israel‘s actions in Gaza clashed with police outside the Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C. tonight, forcing the lockdown of nearby House of Representatives office buildings.

Ellie Harrison has appeared on BBC's Countryfile for 13 years and fans of the programme adore her enthusiasm for the natural world and love of outdoorsy pursuits.

Strictly Come Dancing pair Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec are currently shacked up in an Airbnb with their baby daughter Lyra. Cheshire is where the family home is, but with the UK tour of Dancing in a Winter Wonderland on the horizon, the new parents have been forced to temporarily up sticks down to London for the rehearsals.

BBC One's Survivor has aired its most dramatic scenes yet after two contestants collapsed during an immunity challenge, forcing host Joel Dommett to call for medical help. The reality competition follow 18 brave contestants as they face physical and mental challenges whilst marooned in a tropical location, competing in two tribes and voting out players each week. In tonight's episode, contestants took on a brutal challenge, tasking nominated players with balancing bags of increasing weights across their shoulders.

Royal fans have been left confused after the Duchess of Edinburgh was not shown on the BBC's Remembrance Day coverage alongside Queen Camilla and the Princess of Wales. In the years prior, Sophie has stood on a balcony overlooking the annual service beside Kate and Camilla, meaning she was easily picked up by the TV cameras.

Strictly Come Dancing pro Karen Hauer has showed off her incredible figure in new photos following her reported split from husband Jordan Wyn-Jones.The professional dancer, 41, took to Instagram on Friday to share two snaps from a hotel suite with fans, revealing she'd been enjoying a relaxing morning and some "me time". Karen posed in a sports bra and matching leggings, which both featured a quirky grey and neon yellow print, along with two necklaces. She held up a white mug as she posed in the mirror and wore her hair in messy curls as she went make-up free.

Singer Rick Astley will host the BBC’s New Year’s Eve show this year.