Radio Times
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items: Neighbours legend Lucinda Cowden talks soap spin-off hopes – and her new project with Toadie star Ryan Moloney
items: EastEnders icon Martine McCutcheon reveals she would return as Tiffany if asked – over 25 years since character was killed off
items: Coronation Street fans fear iconic character will be killed off in Emmerdale crossover after cryptic clues
items: EastEnders airs harrowing Harry Mitchell overdose scenes after Teddy's sentencing in BBC iPlayer release
items: Neighbours legends tease that beloved soap would be a "completely new show" should it be revived following finale
items: Neighbours boss was unable to secure legendary character for affair story
items: EastEnders airs desperate Sam Mitchell scenes as she takes advantage of Nigel Bates in BBC iPlayer release
items: Hollyoaks Christmas and New Year spoilers: Your day-by-day guide as huge secret rocks the Hutchinsons
items: Coronation Street Christmas and New Year spoilers: Your day-by-day guide with wedding drama for Debbie Webster
items: Emmerdale Christmas and New Year spoilers: Your day-by-day guide as Robert Sugden vanishes
items: EastEnders Christmas and New Year spoilers: Your day-by-day guide as Slater and Branning secrets implode
items: EastEnders confirms major Mitchell to exit in upcoming episodes – 18 months after arriving in soap
items: EastEnders icon reveals tragic news in dramatic early BBC iPlayer release
items: Twisted Emmerdale villains Celia Daniels and Ray Walters evade justice after April Windsor confession in ITVX release
items: Every EastEnders Christmas episode ranked ahead of another eventful yuletide in Walford
items: Major Emmerdale character left for dead as the truth about Celia Daniels and Ray Walters is revealed in ITVX release
items: Coronation Street legend's future with soap revealed as they 'sign contract' for 28th year in role
items: 5 Coronation Street spoilers: Format-breaking Todd Grimshaw and Theo Silverton episode as Dee-Dee Bailey's exit story begins
items: 4 Hollyoaks spoilers: Gemma Johnson convinces Warren Fox to intercept a robbery to save Mercedes McQueen
items: 5 Emmerdale spoilers: Celia Daniels brainwashes Laurel Thomas as fury erupts with Moira Dingle
items: 6 EastEnders spoilers: Linda Carter and Max Branning stage explosive returns as Zoe Slater is trapped in a blaze
items: EastEnders advance Christmas spoilers confirm police swarm Albert Square – and reveal Nigel's special episode date
items: EastEnders airs devastating Kim Fox scenes as Howie Danes bombshell implodes in BBC iPlayer release
items: Coronation Street writer reveals how much longer Debbie Webster will remain on the ITV soap amid tragic dementia story
items: EastEnders 2025 Christmas schedule confirmed by BBC - including festive episode timings
items: Coronation Street 2025 Christmas schedules confirmed by ITV - including extended festive episode
items: Emmerdale 2025 Christmas schedules confirmed by ITV - including extended festive episode
items: EastEnders reveals Anthony Trueman's disturbing secret as Zoe Slater falls into his trap in BBC iPlayer release
items: Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover special releases explosive first-look trailer and confirms more key cast
items: EastEnders' Anthony Trueman makes shocking realisation about thieving Howie Danes in BBC iPlayer release

Neighbours legend Lucinda Cowden talks soap spin-off hopes – and her new project with Toadie star Ryan Moloney
type: item
date: 2025-12-10T18:00:33.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Neighbours
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: Exclusive
subject: Interview
subject: News
description: The actress chats to RadioTimes.com ahead of her final return to the axed Australian drama.
encoded: It just wouldn't be right saying goodbye to Neighbours without hearing Melanie Pearson's iconic chuckle one last time. Fortunately, actress Lucinda Cowden is making her way back to Ramsay Street tomorrow for the soap's finale. There's been a Mel-shaped hole in Erinsborough ever since the character decided to start a new life with Vic Stone (Craig Hall) in Gippsland last year and, although we did see her during the 40th anniversary celebrations in March, there's always room for her in Erinsborough. With the cameras primed to shoot the last scenes in July, Cowden began to fear that she hadn't made the shortlist of familiar faces jetting in to view the new Ramsay Hills and Robinson Towers developments. "I have to admit, I may have sent a little email to [executive producer] Jason Herbison saying: 'Put me in it or I shall hurt your... something'", she joked to RadioTimes.com. "Maybe not quite so threatening, maybe a little pleading. I was thinking that surely they must want Mel back. "I tried to sort of give it a humorous tinge, rather than try to sound quite so desperate. He emailed me back, saying: 'Give me a day, I just need to work it out as I've got so many things in my head.' I got a call from my agent on the Monday." The news of the show's cancellation first hit Lucinda at the conclusion of a nationwide UK tour celebrating Neighbours' birthday earlier this year, a moment she says "floored" her. "The tour had been such an incredible success, we received so much love from the fans and they just filled up our cup. The day after it finished, I was still in Manchester and the cast that were still in the show had left really early that morning to get on a plane," she explains. "I got a number of text messages and was totally floored. This show is still so incredibly loved, and yet here they are tossing it in the bin again." But where do we find Melanie upon her comeback? "It seems all is well in the world of Gippsland pubs and for Mel and Vic, apparently. That's a good…

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EastEnders icon Martine McCutcheon reveals she would return as Tiffany if asked – over 25 years since character was killed off
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date: 2025-12-10T15:27:06.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: News
description: The actress has discussed a comeback.
encoded: Martine McCutcheon has discussed a potential return to EastEnders – despite her character Tiffany Mitchell being killed off in 1999. However, this is Walford, where dying doesn't always mean you're gone forever. Some of the soap's most iconic characters; Den Watts (Leslie Grantham), Kathy (Gillian Taylforth) and Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) have all returned after being presumed dead, while a selection of other locals have appeared as ghostly apparitions. In fact, later this month, both Pat (Pam St Clement) and Barry Evans (Shaun Williamson) are returning to their old haunt for a special episode involving Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley). As his dementia symptoms worsen, Nige will turn to his old friends for support. But could a comeback for Queen Vic barmaid Tiffany be on the cards? "I’ve never even really had a chance to think about it because I’ve been so busy with the opportunities it gave me in the first place to keep going and keep evolving," Martine told Metro. "Honestly, if they approached me and the time was right and the storyline was something believable and really amazing, I think it would have to be amazing for me to justify it, because if it wasn’t, so many people would be disappointed." The Love Actually star continued: "It would be a big pressure because Tiffany was such an icon, and it would be so easy to do her a disservice. But I would definitely do it if it was right, because I just loved playing her so much. "She just had no rules. She was fearless and feisty and an amazing character to play. For that reason alone, for selfish reasons, I’d love to do it, but it would have to be right." Tiffany was remembered by her best pal Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) earlier this year, when she ran in to Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) outside The Vic. Bianca tore strips off Grant – who was married to Tiff – for the way he treated her during the final months of their marriage. As viewers will recall, he cheated on her with her mother, and she decided to leave for past…

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Coronation Street fans fear iconic character will be killed off in Emmerdale crossover after cryptic clues
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date: 2025-12-10T11:44:26.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: It would be a dramatic start to the New Year!
encoded: Coronation Street fans are convinced that the iconic Tracy McDonald (Kate Ford) could be about to meet her maker in the upcoming Emmerdale crossover episode. Last week, Ford was announced as one of the latest names to join the line-up, joining her co-stars Vicky Myers and Jack P Shepherd, plus Emmerdale favourites Danny Miller and Johnny McPherson. At the same time, a dramatic trailer showed a number of vehicles bursting into flames on a dark, country road in the fictional Hotten, while a number of residents from each soap cried out for help. On social media, some fans have clocked that a figure, that seems to be Asha Alahan (Tanisha Gorey), can be seen administering CPR to someone lay on the grass verge at the side of the disaster. Speculation then became rife that this could be Tracy, particularly following some dialogue during Monday night's episode. As the residents celebrated Maggie Driscoll's (Pauline McLynn) 65th birthday, Ken Barlow (William Roache) discussed the idea of moving onto a cruise ship, selling his house and buying a cabin. The playful conversation prompted Rita Tanner (Barbara Knox) to tell landlord Ben Driscoll (Aaron McCusker) that Ken would be willing to flog his house to the Rovers so that they could extended the boozer and add a pool table. Tracy overheard, and Rita decided to play on the joke. She was furious that she would lose her inheritance. Rita reminded her that as you grow older, the relationships you have with your family are more important than money. She returned home and began to row with Ken, who noted that “time is a precious thing”. Tracy realised he was right, and the father and daughter vowed to make the most of their time together. On X, one fan wrote: "I don’t like this foreshadowing… if Kate has quit then that’s understandable, we’ve all seen it coming as she’s been reducing her workload for years, but I will NEVER forgive them if they kill off Tracy Barlow." Another added: "I totally interpreted it as Ken. Perhaps Bill R…

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EastEnders airs harrowing Harry Mitchell overdose scenes after Teddy's sentencing in BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2025-12-10T06:30:30.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Wednesday's episode of EastEnders, which airs on BBC One at 7.30pm or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) has spiralled once again, following his dad Teddy's (Roland Manookian) sentencing in EastEnders. Last month, Teddy made the ultimate sacrifice for his son by taking the rap for a murder he committed. It came at the conclusion of a major drugs story, which saw Harry and best pal Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho) cuckooed by Okie Okyere (Aayan Ibikunle Shoderu), who used them to push narcotics around London. For weeks, Harry was tied to a bed and held hostage so that he wouldn't intervene in the operation. Luckily, Kojo came to his rescue and set him free, but the ordeal wasn't over. Okie returned to the scene and began to threaten Kojo, and during a scuffle with Harry, was accidentally stabbed to death. Teddy found his first-born in a state of despair, and refused to allow him to spend the rest of his life behind bars. That night, he called authorities and handed himself in. In today's episode, the Mitchell family were preparing to head to court, but were otherwise distracted by Harry's sudden disappearance from Albert Square. He was nowhere to be found, and mum Nicola (Laura Doddington) had to go without him. Meanwhile, George Knight (Colin Salmon) and his daughter Gina (Francesca Henry) continued the search effort. It wasn't long before they tracked him down to the Container Junction, where he'd been sleeping rough in one of the bars. It was at this moment that Gina clocked an unusual look between her dad and Harry, and the latter was forced to admit that he was the one who killed Okie, and not Teddy. She was gobsmacked, and seemingly lost for words. Against Nicola's advice, George then took him to the court, where Teddy was about to hear his verdict. The judge sentenced him to life imprisonment, with a minimum of 20 years before he would be able to apply for parole. Harry leapt out of his seat to claim responsibility, but Nicola ordered him to sit down. Unfortunately, his nightmare wasn't quite over. Upon returning home, he snuck out of t…

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Neighbours legends tease that beloved soap would be a "completely new show" should it be revived following finale
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date: 2025-12-09T18:00:44.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Neighbours
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: Interview
subject: News
description: The legendary actors speak to RadioTimes.com about their sadness, hopes for the future and gratitude to the show's viewers.
encoded: As one of Australia's biggest media exports, Neighbours has cemented a number of cast members as household names over the last four decades... but few have had quite the same impact as Alan Fletcher and Jackie Woodburne. The duo - who have played the beloved Karl and Susan Kennedy since 1994 - are preparing to say farewell to the cult soap this week, after it failed to be recommissioned by producers Amazon MGM Studios in February. Uniquely, and rather sadly, this is a position they've both been in before. It was just over three years ago that the show wrapped up the Ramsay Street drama with a blaze of highly publicised returns, including Kylie Minogue and Margot Robbie, a wedding party on the infamous cul de sac and a sense of hope for the future. This time, however, things are a little different. A threat to the future of fictional Erinsborough looms large, with redevelopment plans displacing the characters across the state of Victoria. The more finite storyline, while allowing the door to remain open for a potential revival, signifies a change in gear from last time. If Neighbours was to return - and given this is the third time that the series has been pulled since it began - it would be very different. "There was tears, there was sadness, Stefan [Dennis] spoke beautifully on the last day," Fletcher explains to RadioTimes.com. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/11/NBRSS3UT9362250711TRAALL00139-3e490d2.jpg" width="3900" height="2601" alt="A greyscale image of producers Andrew Thompson and Jason Herbison stand beside actors Stefan Dennis (who is raising a glass) and Rebekah Elmaloglou. Seated are Hana Abe-Tucker, Jackie Woodburne and Annie Jones on the set of Neighbours" title="Neighbours" /> "I think there was also a sense of pride. We faced great sadness the first time around. This time we got an extra two years, we got an extra 400 episodes. We proved to the world that Neighbours didn't finish because it lacked an audience.…

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Neighbours boss was unable to secure legendary character for affair story
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date: 2025-12-09T12:32:33.000Z
creator: Johnathon Hughes
subject: Neighbours
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: Holly's storyline could've been very different.
encoded: Neighbours boss Jason Herbison has revealed the legendary character he'd hoped to bring back for Holly Hoyland's (Lucinda Armstrong-Hall) affair with Andrew Rodwell (Lloyd Will) – but was ultimately unable to secure her. For months, fans of the Aussie soap have watched in horror as hapless Holly hooked up with her best pal and next door neighbour Sadie's (Emerald Chan) dad. The pair were even considering leaving Erinsborough and starting a new life on the Mornington Peninsula, close to his birth family, though the guilt Andrew felt towards his wife Wendy (Candice Leask) ended his infidelity. Slowly but surely, more residents were becoming privy to what was going on. There was a threat from criminal Greg Murphy (Gary Sweet), and then Taye Obasi (Lakota Johnson) found Holly's missing earring at a city centre bar – where she'd been meeting Andrew. On the day of his vow renewal with Wendy, he decided to come clean and tell her everything. But the drama didn't stop there, as Holly was pregnant with his baby. In today's episode, after chasing an ambulance that contained kidnapped JJ Varga-Murphy (Riley Bryant), Holly collapsed to the floor and was found by Wendy. Unfortunately, at the hospital, it was confirmed that she had miscarried. Wendy and Sadie were able to put aside their grievances to offer her support, while Andrew and Holly's dad Karl Kennedy (Alan Fletcher) waited by her bedside. But there was one notable absence – her mum, Izzy Hoyland (Natalie Bassingthwaighte). "I do regret that we were unable to secure Natalie to reprise her role of Izzy," Herbison told RadioTimes.com. "There was a great Izzy return planned but the story arc still played without it." He continued: "Lucinda did an incredible job bringing Holly back to life in the reboot, complete with Holly’s glorious imperfections. I loved that she was a chip off the Izzy block and trying to better herself, yet her worst instincts kept getting the better of her. "We had the Andrew affair storyline planned …

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EastEnders airs desperate Sam Mitchell scenes as she takes advantage of Nigel Bates in BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2025-12-09T10:35:16.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Tuesday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) looks set to exploit vulnerable Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) in EastEnders. The Walford legend returned at the end of last week's episodes, watching Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) from afar, before making her proper comeback on Monday. She strolled into estranged brother Phil's (Steve McFadden) house, opened his safe and went to leave with a wad of cash - before being stopped in her tracks by Nige. Luckily for Sam, due to his young-onset dementia, he mistook her for his adoptive daughter Clare (Gemma Bissix), and allowed her to leave. It didn't take long for Phil to discover what had happened, and after receiving a vague description of the culprit, he went to point the finger at Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington). After being told that he was very much wrong, he marched out of Nic's house and saw Sam making a run for it down Bridge Street. She was meeting up with son Ricky (Frankie Day), to tell him that despite her bad parenting over the years, she wanted to set him up with a trust fund that would give him a comfortable future. Then, in true Sam Mitchell style, she planned to flee. However, Ricky's dad Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) soon caught up with her at the tube station, and she revealed she was 'dying'. In today's episode, it transpired that she had found a lump in her breast and was fearing that she had cancer like her mum Peggy (Barbara Windsor). Jack questioned why she hadn't been to the doctors yet, when Phil interrupted to get his money back. Later, Jack's partner Denise Fox (Diane Parish) caught up with Sam. The two have never seen eye-to-eye, but made a surprising deal - she would give her £20k in exchange for getting checked. There was also the condition that she'd stick around, and attend a family dinner with the Slaters. Sam firstly offended Jean (Gillian Wright) by mentioning her daughter Stacey (Lacey Turner) and Zoe's return, before realising that Jack and Denise were bluffing about their cash offer. Wanting the money more tha…

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Hollyoaks Christmas and New Year spoilers: Your day-by-day guide as huge secret rocks the Hutchinsons
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date: 2025-12-09T00:01:49.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Hollyoaks
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: Christmas
description: Everything happening in Hollyoaks this Christmas time.
encoded: Hollyoaks is dishing up not one but four separate Christmas Days, as the special occasion is stretched out across two weeks. We'll see the same day from the perspective of the Osbornes and the Hutchinsons, the McQueens, the Maaliks and the Lomax-Hays. Jack Osborne (Jimmy McKenna) is planning a big surprise, Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe) is struggling with withdrawal, and Donny Clark (Louis Emerick) is hiding a huge secret. Here's a look at everything happening on Hollyoaks between Monday 22nd and Tuesday 30th December. If you can't wait to watch the full two weeks as they play out on E4, every episode will be dropping on Channel 4's streaming service on 22nd December. Hollyoaks episode guide for Christmas and New Year Monday 22nd December <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/6661-CHRISTMAS-AT-THE-OSBORNES-Jack-Pearl-Darren-Nancy-Charlie-Oscar-Frankie-EMBARGOED-UNTIL-9TH-DECEMBER-LIMEPICTURES-9-456fa40.jpg" width="6000" height="4000" alt="Hollyoaks's Jack, Nancy, Charlie, Jack, Pearl and Frankie pose beside their Christmas tree in festive jumpers. Nancy is wearing a Santa hat." title="6661 CHRISTMAS AT THE OSBORNES - Jack, Pearl, Darren, Nancy, Charlie, Oscar, Frankie - EMBARGOED UNTIL 9TH DECEMBER @LIMEPICTURES (9)" /> Jack has a secret mission on the Osbornes' big day, and wants to make it extra special for everyone. It's a hopeful time as Darren and Nancy put their problems aside, and after Pearl distributes presents throughout the village, she and Jack head to The Dog for a special moment. Upstairs, Dee Dee hides a gift as Diane struggles through the morning, her only blessing being that Tony is there to celebrate with them. Ant is continuing to cause trouble, and reluctantly sets the table. He discovers a burner phone and secretly pockets it. On the other side of the room, Eva decides to take a look at a present, a move which horrifies Dee Dee. A furious Ant bounds downstairs into the bar and disrupts Jack and Pearl…

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Coronation Street Christmas and New Year spoilers: Your day-by-day guide with wedding drama for Debbie Webster
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date: 2025-12-09T00:01:35.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: Everything you need to know from Coronation Street this Christmas time.
encoded: A Coronation Street wedding seldom goes smoothly, and Debbie Webster's (Sue Devaney) big day is no exception. Following his mum's death, Carl (Jonathan Howard) prepares to flee with his sister's hard-earned cash, but partner Abi (Sally Carman-Duttine) is hot on his heels. Prior to that, Christmas is particularly eventful for the Driscoll clan as Maggie (Pauline McLynn) threatens to expose Eva Price's (Catherine Tyldesley) secrets. Evelyn Plummer (Maureen Lipman) makes a horrific discovery in the ginnel, and Becky Swain (Amy Cudden) devises a malicious plan. Here's everything we know that's happening between Monday 22nd December and Friday 2nd January. Coronation Street episode guide for Christmas and New Year Monday 22nd December – Hour-long episode at 8pm As Carl transfers money from Debbie's account to his own, she ignores another text from his mum Elaine. Ronnie reveals that her friends have organised a hen party, but she's less than enthused and has to put on a brave face. He heads off on his stag do, and reveals to the lads that he's got an appointment with a solicitor to get power of attorney over Debbie's finances. Carl masks his frustration and later, after receiving a troubling phone call, Abi rushes after him. Meanwhile, sparked by Susie's desire to have a baby sibling, Ben proposes the idea of having a child to Eva and she's rattled. Maggie's interest is piqued when Carl tells Maggie that he found Eva's credit card in one of the Chariot Square rooms. Luckily, Ben rushes to her defence and explains that Will had taken his girlfriend there and had used the card to pay for the suite. Eva is tearful and heads out to the beer garden, where Adam offers a shoulder to cry on. She hates herself for lying to Ben, and he reassures her that she had no choice. What are the pair hiding? Elsewhere, Lisa receives a text from Carla saying that she wants to be removed from No. 6's mortgage, before looking at a photo on her socials that she's posted of her sipping a cocktai…

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Emmerdale Christmas and New Year spoilers: Your day-by-day guide as Robert Sugden vanishes
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date: 2025-12-09T00:01:02.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: Everything you need to know from Emmerdale this Christmastime.
encoded: Emmerdale is once again dishing up a jam-packed Christmas and New Year, with Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) and Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley) being targeted by a mystery assailant. Car windscreens are smashed, trees are burnt, and Robert seemingly disappears amid the celebrations. But who is it? Elsewhere, Charity Dingle's (Emma Atkins) secret is on the brink of exposure, and Ray Walters (Joe Absolom) and Celia Daniels (Jaye Griffiths) prepare to flee. Here's everything happening in Emmerdale between Monday 22nd December and Friday 2nd January. Emmerdale episode guide for Christmas and New Year Monday 22nd December – 30-minute episode at 7.30pm Lydia makes a huge blunder by revealing about her and Sam's responsibility for Kim's accident. He's enraged, and heads over to Home Farm to try and patch things up with her, but is shocked to hear that she's cancelled her Christmas dinner order. All alone, she becomes increasingly more isolated. Having fallen and unable to move, she calls out for help. Lydia arrives and although Kim tries to dismiss her, she goes against her wishes and stays. Meanwhile, with Ray and Celia preparing to leave the village, Bear is concerned that he'll be left behind. Ray assures him that it won't happen, and can't shake the prospect of having to end his relationship with Laurel prematurely. Bear encourages him to seize the day and make the most of his happiness while he still can. Ray decides to organise a fake Christmas lunch for her, and while they chat, he dares to dream about spending a proper festive period together one day. Elsewhere, Ross is shocked to hear that Aaron and Robert are planning to bring Seb back into their lives. He's unsure whether he can see the youngster around the village every day and before long, battle lines are drawn. Aaron is furious to find that his windscreen has been smashed, and immediately assumes that it was Ross. However, little does he realise, the real culprit is lurking in the shadows... Plus, wedding bells cou…

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EastEnders Christmas and New Year spoilers: Your day-by-day guide as Slater and Branning secrets implode
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date: 2025-12-08T23:59:21.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Christmas
description: Everything you need to know from Albert Square this Christmastime.
encoded: It's the most wonderful time of the year – but not for the EastEnders. Two weeks of festive fun for us viewers will see secrets explode throughout several households, culminating in a large police presence swarming Albert Square. Both the Slaters and the Brannings have a particularly eventful time, while Nigel Bates's (Paul Bradley) cognitive health declines... and he is visited by ghosts of Christmas past. There's quite a lot to fit in, but luckily for you, we've got a handy day-by-day guide to what's happening in Walford. Here's everything happening in EastEnders between 22nd December 2024 and 1st January 2025. EastEnders Christmas and New Year episode guide Monday 22nd December - 30-minute episode at 7.30pm The residents gather to watch Nigel's festive film screening, but Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) and Julie Bates (Karen Henthorn) are more concerned about his declining health and need for alternative care options. When Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) arrives at the community centre, Kat Moon (Jessie Wallace) makes it clear that she's not welcome, and Julie drops a huge clanger - Sam has been back in the country for months, but has only just turned up in Walford. Led by director Lexi Pearce (Isabella Brown), Nige takes to the stage to make a speech to his audience, with Julie by his side. He notices the bruise on her face, and after realising he was responsible, flees the building. Phil and Julie start a desperate search to track him down, unaware that he's overheard their disagreement and has rushed off to The Vic. Meanwhile, a secret has been exposed, and Max Branning (Jake Wood) turns to Lauren Beale (Jacqueline Jossa) and Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) for some damage control. They vow to support him, and are under the belief that they've managed to talk him out of making an irrational decision. Little do they realise, he's also used Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) as a shoulder to cry on and may come to regret what follows next... Elsewhere, the Truemans are suspicio…

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EastEnders confirms major Mitchell to exit in upcoming episodes – 18 months after arriving in soap
type: item
date: 2025-12-08T10:35:23.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Their arrival ushered in a new era for the Mitchell clan.
encoded: Teddy Mitchell star Roland Manookian is departing EastEnders after just 18 months, the BBC has confirmed. The character was part of a new wave of Mitchells who arrived in Albert Square last year. Alongside sons Harry (Elijah Holloway) and Barney Mitchell (Lewis Bridgeman), he soon settled in the area, having connected with his estranged brother Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) after a reunion between them and father Stevie Mitchell (Alan Ford). The trio of new Mitchells were later joined by his ex-wife Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington), and he's been at the centre of several huge storylines ever since. The floor fell from beneath his feet when he discovered that his girlfriend, Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), had slept with her ex-husband – and his cousin – Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp). But the worst was yet to come, as soon after, Zack Hudson (James Farrar) was revealed to be Barney's birth father following an adulterous affair with Nicola years prior when working as her personal trainer. A dramatic car chase ensued when the secrets were revealed, and both men ended up driving into a river. Thankfully, all survived, and peace was declared by all, but hopes of a Teddy and Nicola reunion were destroyed. In the last few weeks, he reached a point of no return after discovering Harry had accidentally killed drug dealer Tobias "Okie" Okyere (Aayan Ibikunle Shoderu). Teddy couldn't risk his son being sent down and decided to take the rap. Scenes that air this week follow Teddy's murder trial, and it's looking increasingly likely that these will be Manookian's last. An EastEnders spokesperson told RadioTimes.com: "We can confirm Roland will be leaving EastEnders this year, and we wish him all the best for the future." It comes after an apparent source told The Sun that show bosses had decided "the character had run his course". Teddy's exit will undoubtedly have lasting complications for his family, with Harry already becoming dependent on drugs and overdosing several times. Mea…

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EastEnders icon reveals tragic news in dramatic early BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2025-12-08T06:30:50.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Monday's episode of EastEnders, which airs tonight at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) has arrived home to Albert Square in EastEnders — with some bad news. She immediately ruffled feathers with brother Phil (Steve McFadden), who she hasn't seen since destroying his marriage to Kat Moon (Jessie Wallace) and running off with his inheritance from their dear Aunt Sal (Anna Karen). Having had a brief run-in with Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) — who accused her of being her tormenter — she walked into the Mitchell house and began raiding the safe. Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) caught her in the act, but believed she was his adoptive daughter Clare (Gemma Bissix) and let her continue. He later described the woman he saw, and Phil assumed it was Nicola (Laura Doddington) who was responsible. However, after challenging her, he spotted Sam across the Square. She darted off in the other direction, calling estranged son Ricky (Frankie Day) and summoning him to a meeting at McKlunky's. There, she told him that she wanted to set him up for the future by putting the cash she'd stolen into a high interest rate bank account. Ricky longed for a proper relationship with his mother, but knew that it would likely never happen. Just moments after their conversation, she ran off again and headed for the tube station. Ricky alerted his dad Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) to what had happened and he raced after her. There, Sam opened up about why she had to come back - she believes she's dying. As we know, a breast cancer storyline is set to play out over the next month, with Sam's friends and family urging her to seek medical attention after finding a lump. Read more: EastEnders 2025 Christmas schedule confirmed by BBC - including festive episode timings EastEnders reveals Anthony Trueman's disturbing secret as Zoe Slater falls into his trap in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders director reveals "eye-opening" experience crafting special Nigel Bates episode – and his incredible resilience to land the job EastEnders airs shock passion for Zoe Slater following int…

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Twisted Emmerdale villains Celia Daniels and Ray Walters evade justice after April Windsor confession in ITVX release
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date: 2025-12-05T13:47:22.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Friday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs tonight at 7.30pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Warped Celia Daniels (Jaye Griffiths) and Ray Walters (Joe Absolom) have struck again in Emmerdale, after threatening the entire Dingle-Goskirk family and knocking over Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) – sending him into a coma. It came after April Windsor (Amelia Flangan) bravely confessed to parents Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) and Rhona Goskirk (Zoe Henry) about her ongoing ordeal. However, before they could act on a solution, Celia barged her way into Smithy Cottage and said she would go to extreme lengths to silence them – houses would be burnt, cars would crash... and throats would be slit. She then grabbed Rhona by the face, digging her fingernails into her cheeks. In today's episode, Marlon came to the conclusion that the only thing that could save them would be if the police knew. After some persuasion, April agreed to join him. As they sat down in the interview, the teen began to suffer flashbacks to when she envisioned Marlon's death at the hands of Ray, and found the whole situation too much to bare. Unfortunately, the officer dealing with their claims brought some bad news. She explained that there wasn't enough physical evidence to even bring them into the station, and even if they did, they would have to release them before more proof could be collated. The father and daughter returned home, shocked to find that Ray was holding Rhona hostage. He'd researched her ex-husband Pierce Harris (Jonathan Wrather), and knew that she'd been sexually and physically assaulted by him. Constantly saying his name and referring to the situation was immensely triggering for her, and wanted to assert his control over the family. When he left, Marlon came to the conclusion that the only way they would be able to gain control over their lives again would be to find a moment when they weren't being watched and flee the village. Will the family go through with the plan? Read more: 5 Emmerdale spoilers: Celia Daniels brainwashes Laurel Thomas as fury erupts with Moira Dingle Em…

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Every EastEnders Christmas episode ranked ahead of another eventful yuletide in Walford
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date: 2025-12-05T09:00:16.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
subject: Evergreen
description: What's been Walford's most memorable festive outing?
encoded: Nothing quite screams the festive season like a good old EastEnders Christmas special – whether you watch the show month after month, or only dip into it in the last two weeks of December, we've all got a soft spot for the iconic BBC soap. For many who will be tuning into the special episodes this festive season, they will be clued up on all the goings-on in Walford, from Nigel Bates's (Paul Bradley) dementia battle to the mystery of Zoe Slater's (Michelle Ryan) tormenter. When it comes to soapland at Christmas, anything can happen. From murders to affair reveals to arrests, it only ever has that extra oomph on the big day. EastEnders is no stranger to an iconic festive storyline, whether it be Den Watts serving Angie divorce papers or Jamie Mitchell tragically dying in hospital. So let's reminisce on some of the most iconic EastEnders Christmas episodes, which often starts a debate about who takes the top spot. After much discussion, RadioTimes.com has compiled a full ranking of every EastEnders Christmas special – and the number one spot may not be the storyline you think. So, while we're all gearing up for the big return of Pat Evans (Pam St Clement) this year, here's our team's run-down of the last 40 years of yuletide instalments. EastEnders Christmas specials ranking 40. Gray Atkins and Chelsea Fox's wedding (2021) Perhaps the most anticlimactic of Christmas specials, Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) sought to stop Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) from marrying serial killer Gray Atkins (Toby-Alexander Smith) – only to fail and no consequences to be felt for Gray for months. Meanwhile, Rocky Cotton's (Brian Conley) long-con of Sonia Fowler (Natalie Cassidy) was exposed and weird paternity secrets were revealed - only for none of this to have any consequences in the weeks to come. Lewis Knight. 39. Alfie Moon's nightmare Christmas (2018) A dramatic Christmas special ruined Alife Moon's (Shane Richie) character as he was exposed as the secret father of Hayley Slater's …

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Major Emmerdale character left for dead as the truth about Celia Daniels and Ray Walters is revealed in ITVX release
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date: 2025-12-04T15:19:30.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Thursday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 7.30pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) and Rhona Goskirk (Zoe Henry) are now privy to Celia Daniels and Ray Walters's (Jaye Griffiths and Joe Absolom) vile operation in Emmerdale, and have subsequently realised the full extent of their capabilities. It was the moment young April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan) had nightmares about. She was finally coming clean about her ordeal, having been forced to deal drugs and sleep with men. In a way, the admission didn't pan out how she expected. In harrowing scenes last month, she envisioned Ray turning up and shooting Marlon dead, though on this occasion it was Celia doing the dirty work. She strolled into Smithy Cottage and whipped out her phone, promising to show the family what they were prepared to do to silence them – and if April stopped working for them. In Ray's car, after thinking he'd made a breakthrough with him, April's boyfriend Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) was heading to the police station to report Celia. This was just moments after he realised that Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) was being forced to work for them. Ray asked him to go and open the gate and clear the road, though with his back turned, he slammed his foot on the accelerator and sent poor Dylan flying through the air. As he lay unconscious on the ground, Celia told the Dingle-Goskirk clan that they were also at risk should they decide to spill. She knew their every movement, all of their family, and if there was anymore trouble, houses would be burned to the ground, cars would be crashed – and throats would be slit. When Rhona went to challenge her, she grabbed her by the face and dug her nails into her cheeks until she bled. Luckily for Dylan, he was found on the roadside – albeit in a bad way – and had been rushed into hospital. Will he survive the ordeal, and what will Marlon and Rhona's next move be? Read more: 5 Emmerdale spoilers: Celia Daniels brainwashes Laurel Thomas as fury erupts with Moira Dingle Emmerdale 2025 Christmas schedules confirmed by ITV - incl…

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Coronation Street legend's future with soap revealed as they 'sign contract' for 28th year in role
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date: 2025-12-04T11:04:55.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: They were just 15 when they joined the soap.
encoded: One of Coronation Street's longest-running characters will be on our screens for another year of cobbles drama. Alan Halsall, who first appeared on the ITV soap as Tyrone Dobbs in 1998, has reportedly signed on the dotted line with a big storyline ahead. The character arrived alongside adoptive mother Jackie (Margi Clarke), though soon became somewhat of a surrogate son to Jack and Vera Duckworth (Bill Tarmey and Liz Dawn). He was at the centre of the 50th anniversary, when first wife Molly Dobbs's (Vicky Binns) affair with his business partner Kevin Webster (Michael Le Vell) was exposed, and Tyrone realised that he wasn't the father of their son. More recent storylines have included finding his drug addict birth mother Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney) and harridan grandmother Evelyn (Dame Maureen Lipman), fathering a child during an affair, and suffering a severe spinal cord injury following a hit and run. The latter incident has seen him require the use of a wheelchair for mobility, while wife Fiz (Jennie McAlpine) has been left to juggle his care and looking after their three children. In the last week she checked into the Chariot Square Hotel for a break, under the guise that she was visiting unwell mother Cilla Battersby-Brown (Wendi Peters) in Wolverhampton. Now, The Sun reports that Halsall has signed his new contract for at least another year, with a source claiming there are "big things coming up for the soap and Tyrone" in the next 12 months. Little does Ty realise, his accident was caused by Carl Webster (Jonathan Howard). The meddling brother of Kevin has been manipulating his sister Debbie's (Sue Devaney) dementia diagnosis, has coupled up with sister-in-law Abi (Sally Carman-Duttine) and is secretly sleeping with neighbour James Bailey (Jason Callender). As this is Weatherfield, things tend not to stay secret for long! Could Tyrone by the one who brings Carl down? Read more: Coronation Street icon to return to soap this Christmas - a year on from emotio…

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5 Coronation Street spoilers: Format-breaking Todd Grimshaw and Theo Silverton episode as Dee-Dee Bailey's exit story begins
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date: 2025-12-04T00:01:59.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: Ben is on Will's case, Joanie kicks off and Abi has suspicions about Carl.
encoded: Coronation Street is lining up a special, standalone episode following Theo Silverton's (James Cartwright) abuse of Todd Grimshaw (Gareth Pierce). The instalment has been filmed through hidden cameras and police body cams, as a domestic incident is reported on the cobbles. Meanwhile, Ben Driscoll (Aaron McCusker) is hot on son Will's (Lucas Hodgson-Wale) heels when he heads to the hotel for an afternoon in the sheets with Megan Walsh (Beth Nixon). Elsewhere, Dee-Dee Bailey (Channique Sterling-Brown) has some news, and there's drama for Abi and Carl Webster (Sally Carman-Duttine and Jonathan Howard). Here's a look at everything happening in Weatherfield between Monday 15th and Friday 19th December. 5 Coronation Street spoilers 1. The police intervene after another Todd Grimshaw and Theo Silverton incident In a single strand instalment, police swarm the cobbles after reports of a domestic incident. A series of flashbacks then take us to a moment when Theo's abuse escalates, through the point of view of Todd's hidden camera, CCTV and police body cams. Is this the end of the road for Theo? The next day, Todd cleans up the breakages in the flat as he comes to terms with how bad things have got. Bernie has seen just how bad the scene was, and tells George that she thinks there's more to the situation than meets the eye. Alongside Christina, he decides to pay the couple a visit and offer Todd his job back. He puts on a brave face when questions about the row are posed, but will the truth be outed? 2. Will Driscoll is caught in the act with Megan Walsh Will tells Bernie that he hasn't got any mates in Weatherfield, and she calls in Brody to strike up a friendship. Megan puts a smile on his face when she promises him a training session, and Daniel notices how besotted he seems. Brody calls by and invites himself along to the training session, something which frustrates Will. He's even more infuriated when he suggests asking Megan out. Later in the week, it's Will's birthday.…

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4 Hollyoaks spoilers: Gemma Johnson convinces Warren Fox to intercept a robbery to save Mercedes McQueen
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date: 2025-12-04T00:01:27.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Hollyoaks
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
description: Ant spirals and Ste turns to Dillon for support...
encoded: Hollyoaks is lining up another eventful week for Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe), as her blackmailer gives her just 24 hours to cough up the cash. In a desperate bid to help her, Warren Fox (Jamie Lomas) is tempted by an intriguing offer from Gemma Johnson (Tisha Merry). Meanwhile, Ant Hutchinson (Brook Debio) is a cause for concern, and Donny Clark's (Louis Emerick) secret Brookside life continues to be a nuisance. Here's everything happening in Hollyoaks between Monday 15th and Wednesday 17th December. 4 Hollyoaks spoilers 1. Gemma Johnson meddles in Mercedes McQueen's relationship with Warren Fox <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/HO-EP-6656-GEMMA-WARREN-MERCEDES-STRICTLY-EMBARGOED-UNTIL-Thursday-4th-December--LIME-PICTURES-2b12720.jpg" width="1920" height="1080" alt="Mercedes watches an altercation between Warren and Gemma in an alleyway in Hollyoaks" title="HO EP 6656 GEMMA, WARREN, MERCEDES - STRICTLY EMBARGOED UNTIL Thursday 4th December @ LIME PICTURES" /> The clock is ticking and Merce has just 24 hours to secure the funds to pay off her blackmailer – or the secret about Tony's shooting will be outed. Warren is prepared to go to extreme lengths to protect her, even if it means working with Gemma. Little does he realise, she's the one plotting against them. Gemma proposes joining her on a job to raise money for Mercedes, to attend a robbery and intercept the heist so that they can steal the cash for themselves. 2. Ste Hay can't resist temptation <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/11/HO-EP-6650-SCREEN-GRAB-DILLON-LUCAS-STE-JOHN-PAUL-STRICTLY-EMBARGOED-UNTIL-Tuesday-25th-November--LIME-PICTURES-81aca2f.jpg" width="1920" height="1080" alt="Ste has an argument with Dillon and Lucas as John Paul watches on in Hollyoaks" title="HO EP 6650 SCREEN GRAB DILLON, LUCAS, STE, JOHN PAUL - STRICTLY EMBARGOED UNTIL Tuesday 25th November @ LIME PICTURES" /> Dillon and Rex try and make a br…

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5 Emmerdale spoilers: Celia Daniels brainwashes Laurel Thomas as fury erupts with Moira Dingle
type: item
date: 2025-12-04T00:01:21.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: Charity is worried about her baby secret, Ruby causes chaos and Bear suffers an injury.
encoded: Celia Daniels (Jaye Griffiths) tightens her grip on Ray Walters (Joe Absolom) in Emmerdale this month, ordering him to end his relationship with Laurel Thomas (Charlotte Bellamy). He's clearly losing faith in his relationship with his 'mother', firstly debating whether to follow her wishes regarding Laurel, and secondly wondering whether to disobey her and take Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) to hospital. Ray isn't the only one in Celia's firing line, as Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) finds out about some of her criminal behaviour. Elsewhere, Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) has another reason to worry, and Ruby Miligan (Beth Cordingly) has a new initiative. Here's everything happening in Emmerdale between Monday 15th and Friday 19th December. 5 Emmerdale spoilers 1. Celia Daniels deals an ultimatum to Ray Walters concerning Laurel Thomas Celia springs some big news on Ray – she's joining him and Laurel for dinner, and it's not long before she starts lording herself over the couple. She's deeply concerned that her son is becoming attached and will betray her, and decides to wreck things by painting him as a manipulative playboy. Laurel is deeply hurt by her words and lays her cards on the table about how affected she feels. He's upset and storms out – something which is noticed by Rhona, who is worried. When he arrives home, Ray can see that Celia is jealous of his closeness with someone else and is gobsmacked when she makes him promise to end things. 2. Moira Dingle is wary of her new business partner Moira discovers that Celia has been forging her signature on invoices for turkey purchases, something that she had previously decided against. When she confronts the criminal over her fraudulent behaviour, Celia quickly covers and defuses her accusations. Moira is beyond furious and slaps her, but soon worries that she could be facing legal consequences as a result. Later, she's determined to bring her shady business partner's operation down. 3. Ruby Miligan kickstarts a new v…

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6 EastEnders spoilers: Linda Carter and Max Branning stage explosive returns as Zoe Slater is trapped in a blaze
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date: 2025-12-03T23:59:32.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
description: Jasmine's past is revealed, Kat makes a discovery and Julie fears for Nigel.
encoded: The week before Christmas is proving to be a particularly eventful one for the EastEnders, as Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) and Max Branning (Jake Wood) both head home to Albert Square. Secrets are on the brink of exposure, and as a fire climbs through No. 25, Oscar (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) is injured while trying to save Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan). Meanwhile, Jasmine Fisher's (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness) secret life is exposed, and Lily Slater (Lillia Turner) confides in Kat Moon (Jessie Wallace) about her grandma Jean's (Gillian Wright) worsening mental health. Here's a look at everything happening in Walford between Monday 15th and Thursday 18th December. 7 EastEnders spoilers 1. Jasmine Fisher's identity is revealed as a fire breaks out at No. 25 The Branning-Beales are in disbelief when Oscar returns home with Jasmine, questioning whether he's made the right decision. Ian decides that the risk to Cindy and the wider family is too high and decides to call the police. When Jasmine is brought in for questioning, her connection to the notorious Fords is finally revealed! Off the back of this revelation, Oscar calls time on his relationship with her. She attempts to extend an olive branch, and then seeks support from an unlikely friend. A fire breaks out at No. 25, and as everyone looks on in horror, Oscar notices that someone is trapped and attempts to help... 2. Zoe Slater is trapped amid the flames as Kat Moon kickstarts her mission to help her Oscar climbs through the house to rescue Zoe, just moments after Kat has made a startling discovery in her quest to help her daughter. The news – presumably about the identity of her missing son - is unsettling. Later in the week, Kat makes the decision not to host a community dinner at The Vic, which isn't well-received. Alfie seemingly talks her round to the idea, as she rallies the family together to prep for the big day. Meanwhile, Zoe comes face-to-face with someone from her past... 3. Max Branning is back as family…

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EastEnders advance Christmas spoilers confirm police swarm Albert Square – and reveal Nigel's special episode date
type: item
date: 2025-12-03T13:50:45.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
description: A look ahead at two eventful weeks in Walford.
encoded: New advance spoilers for EastEnders have been revealed by the BBC – and it's set to be an eventful Christmas and New Year. We finally know the iconic Pat Evans's (Pam St Clement) return date, as she makes a special appearance alongside son-in-law Barry (Shaun Williamson) to guide Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) through an emotional time. And, in true Christmas fashion, things turn explosive on the big day. The Slaters are attempting to perk up Zoe (Michelle Ryan), though a situation escalates and police soon swarm Albert Square. Meanwhile, ahead of baby Jimmy's christening, the Brannings and the Beales sit down for a turkey dinner. That's bound to be eventful! Monday 22nd December After weeks of hard work, the day has finally come for the Walford residents to sit down and watch Nigel's festive film. Meanwhile, a regretful decision is made and Zack sparks speculation. Is his kiss with Vicki about to be exposed? Tuesday 23rd December An eventful night proves too much for Nige and he retreats to The Queen Vic. Once inside, he believes that it's the mid-'90s and has visions of the much-missed Pat and Barry – who seem to be putting on a karaoke show. What support will they give him from beyond the grave? Christmas Eve Yolande is excitedly preparing for her Christmas carol concert, which all of the neighbours are planning to attend. The Slaters can see that Zoe is in a bad way, while Oscar slips up and reveals a truth. Christmas Day (part one) There's an intriguing situation at The Vic for the Slater clan. Across the road, there's bound to be something kicking off as the Beales and the Brannings sit down for lunch. Christmas Day (part two) Later in the night, the action continues. Over the Square, the Mitchells decide to give Nigel a Christmas to remember. Boxing Day Albert Square is flooded with a police presence following yesterday's events, but what happened, and is everyone OK? Monday 29th December Jimmy's christening day has arrived, with the combined families heading to …

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EastEnders airs devastating Kim Fox scenes as Howie Danes bombshell implodes in BBC iPlayer release
type: item
date: 2025-12-03T11:36:19.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Wednesday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: The end is surely nigh for Howie Danes (Delroy Atkinson) in EastEnders, as fiancée Kim Fox (Tameka Empson) is now very aware of his scheming behaviour. It all kicked off earlier in the year when Kim bemoaned their financial issues, noting that things were a lot more comfortable for her during her marriage to Vincent Hubbard (Richard Blackwood). Howie was desperate to prove that he could financially support his family, and took on another job as a parcel delivery courier. He also betrayed the Trueman family, blackmailing Oscar Branning (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) into handing over Patrick's (Rudolph Walker) betting winnings that he stole. The Brannings have kept shtum about his devious ways ever since, though in today's episode, Oscar couldn't resist spilling to Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey). The doctor was already aware that Howie had stolen Penny's (Kitty Castledine) ring to propose to Kim, though the fact he had also conned his beloved dad projected Anthony to breaking point. He returned home to the engagement celebrations and warned Howie that he was preparing to make a speech that would unveil his dastardly behaviour. As he stood in front of the family, he clearly had second thoughts, though some words from Patrick changed that. The Walford legend said that he considered Howie to be like another son, words that ignited fury in Anthony. Enraged, he began to tears strips off Howie, while a devastated Kim watched on. Having already lost her influencer status this week, how will she move forward with both her professional and personal lives in tatters? Read more: EastEnders 2025 Christmas schedule confirmed by BBC - including festive episode timings EastEnders reveals Anthony Trueman's disturbing secret as Zoe Slater falls into his trap in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders director reveals "eye-opening" experience crafting special Nigel Bates episode – and his incredible resilience to land the job EastEnders airs shock passion for Zoe Slater following intriguing tor…

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Coronation Street writer reveals how much longer Debbie Webster will remain on the ITV soap amid tragic dementia story
type: item
date: 2025-12-02T17:22:00.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Debbie was diagnosed earlier this year.
encoded: It's the story that has received intense backlash from Coronation Street fans - one of the ITV soap's most beloved characters, Debbie Webster (Sue Devaney), has been diagnosed with young-onset dementia. Tragic scenes saw the hotelier struggle with memory loss, and after seeking private medical attention, her worst fears were confirmed. Debbie has subsequently been manipulated by brother Carl (Jonathan Howard), making her feel as if her cognitive ability is rapidly declining so that she will handover the financial side of her businesses to him. Last night's episode saw her bravely reveal to some clients at the hotel about her condition, before heading off for an afternoon of drinking and merriment with several Weatherfield women. The refreshing, uplifting scenes saw the group run-in with a police officer in the carpark of the local Freshco branch, with Debbie jokingly sat in a shopping trolley. Legendary Corrie scriptwriter Jonathan Harvey shared a snap of the leading ladies on set on social media, alongside a caption that gave an insight into how long the dementia storyline could run for. "The Unusual Suspects! I’ve written the second half of tonight’s Corrie, and very proud of it I am too," he said. “Debbie and her best girlfriends down a few cocktails and have a scream and bond. So lovely to have been given an episode celebrating female friendship and to be able to play it with all these brilliant Corrie women. “As Debbie’s dementia progresses over the next few years she’s going to need the strength of Debbie’s Angels to steer her through.” While this means that the fan-favourite will continue to appear into 2027 and possibly beyond, it doesn't come without turmoil. Aside from her memory worsening, we also know that a shock death will hit the Webster family this Christmas. There'll also be some happiness, as she walks down the aisle with Ronnie Bailey (Vinta Morgan). However, the event may turn sour as it's highly likely that it could form the basis for the upcomi…

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EastEnders 2025 Christmas schedule confirmed by BBC - including festive episode timings
type: item
date: 2025-12-02T15:53:17.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
description: Here's where you can catch EastEnders this Christmas.
encoded: The EastEnders Christmas special is one of the highlights of the festive period, pulling in millions of viewers each year. From Den serving Angie the divorce papers to six Walford women becoming entwined in a murder, it's never a dull day for the Albert Square residents. This time is no exception, with a jam-packed two weeks of drama, intrigue and nostalgia. TV schedules will once again be moved around to facilitate a host of other holiday specials, meaning if you want to catch Pat Evans's (Pam St Clement) return to Walford or find out the identity of Zoe Slater's (Michelle Ryan) tormenter, you'll have to do some adjusting. There's also an exciting flashforward episode on New Year's Day, giving us a unique look ahead to 2027... EastEnders Christmas 2025 schedule The BBC soap usually airs Monday to Thursday at 7.30pm, but there are a few changes throughout Christmas week, including two episodes on the big day. Monday, 22nd December: 7.30pm (30 minutes) Tuesday, 23rd December: 7.30pm (30 minutes) Christmas Eve: 6:55pm (30 minutes) Christmas Day: 7:45pm (30 minutes) and 9:45pm (30 minutes) Boxing Day: 9:30pm (30 minutes) EastEnders New Year schedule Luckily, things are back to normal during the last week of 2025, heading into 2026. Monday, 29th December: 7:30pm (30 minutes) Tuesday, 30th December: 7.30pm (30 minutes) New Year's Eve: 7:30pm (30 minutes) New Year's Day: 7:30pm (30 minutes) Friday, 2nd January: No episode as usual It's still to be confirmed which episodes will drop early on BBC iPlayer at 6am, though it's likely that some big instalments will be held back until transmission later that day. A bumper selection of classic EastEnders Christmas crackers will air throughout the evening on BBC Three. Read more: EastEnders reveals Anthony Trueman's disturbing secret as Zoe Slater falls into his trap in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders director reveals "eye-opening" experience crafting special Nigel Bates episode – and his incredible resilience to land the job EastE…

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Coronation Street 2025 Christmas schedules confirmed by ITV - including extended festive episode
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date: 2025-12-02T15:03:28.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: Here's when you can catch Corrie over the Christmas period.
encoded: Here we go, Corrie fans! Coronation Street has confirmed its Christmas and New Year schedules, to help save on the confusion as our beloved soaps are shunted about to facilitate a load of festive specials. We've got a lot to be excited about in the episodes. Gail Chadwick (Helen Worth) is staging a grand return, albeit virtually, as things get heated around the Driscoll's turkey dinner. Tensions begin to rise, and someone is assaulted in the ginnel. There's a sad death for the Webster family, while Todd Grimshaw (Gareth Pierce) faces an uncertain future amid his abusive relationship with Theo Silverton (James Cartwright). Plus, as the bells of Big Ben chime in 2026, we look ahead to the Corriedale crossover. Coronation Street Christmas 2025 schedule Coronation Street usually broadcasts new hour-long episodes each Monday, Wednesday and Friday on ITV1 at 8pm. Things are a little different during week commencing 22nd December. Monday, 22nd December: 8pm (Hour-long) Tuesday, 23rd December: No episode as usual Christmas Eve: 8:40pm (30 minutes) Christmas Day: 7:15pm (Hour-long) Boxing Day: 7pm (30 minutes) Coronation Street New Year schedule There's quite a few changes leading up to 2026 too. Monday, 29th December: 8pm (30 minutes) Tuesday, 30th December: 8pm (30 minutes) New Year's Eve: 8pm (Hour-long) New Year's Day: 8pm (Hour-long) Friday, 2nd January: 8pm (Hour-long) All of the episodes will be available to stream first on ITVX from 7am, prior to transmission. Read more: Coronation Street icon to return to soap this Christmas - a year on from emotional exit Coronation Street fan favourite pulls out of The Archers after landing major new TV role Coronation Street star Daon Broni reveals "massive risk" to Costello's family after Becky Swain threat Coronation Street icon Amanda Barrie believes creator Tony Warren would be "delighted" with soap's LGBTQ+ representation Visit our dedicated Coronation Street page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add Coronat…

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Emmerdale 2025 Christmas schedules confirmed by ITV - including extended festive episode
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date: 2025-12-02T15:02:16.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: Here's when you can see Emmerdale during Christmas.
encoded: It's the most wonderful time of the year - but also the most confusing, as our TV schedules are shifted about to accommodate the numerous festive specials. That means that the soaps have to find alternative homes throughout the festive period, including Emmerdale. Celia Daniels's (Jaye Griffiths) reign of terror will continue, as Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) remains trapped in her modern slavery operation. Will he be able to escape her clutches? There's also the matter of Charity Dingle's (Emma Atkins) baby secret, while Kim Tate (Claire King) has an eventful Christmas following injuries sustained in next week's episodes. It's bound to be an eventful time for the villagers in the lead up to the much-anticipated Corriedale crossover in the New Year... Emmerdale Christmas 2025 schedule Typically, Emmerdale airs each weeknight on ITV1 at 7.30pm for half an hour, with an hour-long instalment on Thursdays. This isn't the case during Christmas, week commencing 22nd December. Monday, 22nd December: 7.30pm (30 minutes) Tuesday, 23rd December: 7pm (30 minutes) Christmas Eve: 6:55pm (30 minutes) Christmas Day: 6:15pm (Hour-long) Boxing Day: 6:3opm (30 minutes) Emmerdale New Year schedule Things are largely back to normal the week after, with some amendments made to facilitate a big episode on New Year's Day. Monday, 29th December: 7:30pm (30 minutes) Tuesday, 30th December: 7:30pm (30 minutes) New Year's Eve: 7:30pm (30 minutes) New Year's Day: 7pm (Hour-long) Friday, 2nd January: 7:30pm (30 minutes) All of the episodes will be available to stream first on ITVX from 7am, prior to transmission. Read more: 5 Emmerdale spoilers: Kim Tate accepts death as Jason Donovan arrives in the village Major Emmerdale character leaves after sword attack and holding three villagers hostage – but will they be back? Emmerdale airs huge twist as character 'returns from the dead' Emmerdale's Jaye Griffiths reveals future for Celia after shocking twist Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV1. …

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EastEnders reveals Anthony Trueman's disturbing secret as Zoe Slater falls into his trap in BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2025-12-02T10:25:58.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Tuesday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey) has a target on his back in EastEnders, as Howie Danes (Delroy Atkinson) has discovered his shocking secret. The doctor returned to Walford after a 9 year absence in August to attend his dad Patrick's (Rudolph Walker) wedding to Yolande (Angela Wynter). Despite claiming that he was only being back for the occasion, it later transpired that he'd separated from his wife Sophie and had no reason to head home. As a result of their estrangement he's decided to stick around, and has landed a job at the Panesar House surgery. Anthony has also been desperate to reunite with Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan), having reunited after two decades. She initially palmed him off after an attempted kiss, but the two slept together last week amid a mystery local's plot to torment her. In a bizarre twist, Anthony was seen scrolling through photos of her that he'd saved to his laptop. In yesterday's instalment, he made a realisation about Howie that would have a devastating impact on the Trueman-Fox clan. The parcel delivery man had been stealing from his deliveries, and had proposed to partner Kim (Tameka Empson) with a ring that belonged to Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine). Anthony noticed her complaining about the missing parcel, and it didn't take long for him to piece together what had happened. He attempted to confront Howie, but the matter was brushed aside. That was, until, another face-off in today's episode. The family had all headed to Harry's Barn to celebrate, and Anthony warned Howie that he had until the end of the night to take the ring off Kim. However, Howie was faced with a major issue. When he tried to retrieve the jewellery, explaining that it was cheap and that he would buy her a new one, she said she didn't care and that there was no rush for a new bit of bling. He knew that he would have to go to extreme lengths to silence Anthony, and decided to do some digging into his shady past. Calling Sophie, she revealed that she'd placed a res…

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Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover special releases explosive first-look trailer and confirms more key cast
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date: 2025-12-01T21:30:15.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: The crossover's plot line has been revealed.
encoded: ITV has unveiled a first look at the dramatic Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover episode that is due to air in the New Year. The instalment, which will kickstart a new daily broadcast pattern for both flagship soaps, will see our much-loved Weatherfield and Hotten locals come together for one special evening. Details on how this will be facilitated have been pretty scarce up until now, with a new trailer showing that a multi-vehicle pile-up will be at the epicentre of the action. It's pretty safe to assume that criminal John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth) will crop up in some respect, given wanted posters have been spotted in Weatherfield Police Station. It's also been strongly implied that Debbie Webster (Sue Devaney) is the 'bridezilla' that wedding planner Belle Dingle (Eden Taylor-Draper) is dealing with in Manchester. Whatever happens, it's bound to be a night that changes lives forever. Lives are on the line as a horrific storm hits a dark, country road in Hotten, as a few familiar voices cry out... Alongside the already confirmed Vicky Myers and Danny Miller, who play Lisa Swain and Aaron Dingle, the trailer shows that David Platt (Jack P Shepherd), Tracy McDonald (Kate Ford) and Dr Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) as the latest cast members to join the line-up. What exactly causes the disaster remains to be seen, but it's not one to be missed. New pictures, alongside a combined logo, show a fire ball erupting from an overturned vehicle as someone lies on the floor. View oEmbed on the source website Another shows a silhouette of a man strolling past another overturned car, as a fire engine races towards the scene in a cloud of smoke. ITV has promised that Corriedale is "just the start of the drama", with the aftermath giving us "murderous intent, death, destruction, closely-guarded secrets, and lies". In October, Corrie producer Kate Brooks teased what was ahead. "Filming's been brilliant and we've got a brilliant director and scripts. The actors are loving …

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EastEnders' Anthony Trueman makes shocking realisation about thieving Howie Danes in BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2025-12-01T12:34:07.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Monday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey) is one step closer to realising Howie Danes's (Delroy Atkinson) thieving ways in EastEnders. Earlier this year, amid financial pressure from partner Kim Fox (Tameka Empson), Howie took on another job as a parcel delivery man. He quickly realised that deliveries often went missing, and as a result, would be able to cash in. He even went as far as blackmailing Oscar Branning (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) into handing over Patrick Trueman's (Rudolph Walker) betting winnings that he stole, and decided to keep them for himself. Kim was overjoyed with her lavish new car, and that Howie was finally splashing the cash in the same way her ex-husband Vincent (Richard Blackwood) did. However, last week he landed himself in hot water after accidentally forgetting to end a livestream on her social media accounts, allowing thousands of followers to hear her making disparaging comments about them. As a result she's lost two sponsorship opportunities, and is facing a new monetary setback. In tonight's episode, Howie thought of the perfect solution. He intercepted a delivery intended for Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine), that was a Christmas gift from her mum. As he spied through the parcel, which contained a ring, Patrick caught him in the act and presumed he was planning to propose to Kim. Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) then urged him to go through with it, saying that it would show his commitment to her during their worrying time. Over at the surgery, Anthony was bemoaning a delivery of prescription medication not arriving. Penny was mid-appointment and noted that the present from her mum hadn't arrived either. In walked Howie, explaining that he'd like Anthony to be present as he popped the question that night. The encounter clearly set the doctor's mind into overdrive, and he couldn't quite shake the fact that something strange was afoot. Kim was overjoyed with the gesture, and when they headed home to celebrate, Anthony questioned Howie where he got …

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