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items: Derek Martin, actor best known as EastEnders icon Charlie Slater, dies aged 92
items: Call the Midwife cast: Who stars in season 15?
items: The Traitors season 4 cast: Confirmed line-up in full
items: Who left The Traitors season 4? All murdered and banished contestants
items: Who is Matthew? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and creative director
items: The Traitors season 4 release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out?
items: The Faithful triumph in another tense roundtable - but which Traitor was sent home packing?
items: Claudia Winkleman introduces a new power for players that could prove troublesome for The Traitors
items: Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight?
items: When is The Traitors season 4 final? Release date and time
items: The Traitors oath explained: Did Fiona break the rules?
items: The Traitors soundtrack: Every song from each season
items: What channel is Tottenham v Aston Villa FA Cup match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
items: What channel is Macclesfield v Crystal Palace FA Cup match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
items: The Apprentice 2026: Release date speculation and latest news
items: Who is Jade? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and PhD student
items: Who is Reece? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and shop assistant
items: Who is Maz? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and civil servant
items: Who is Stephen? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and consultant
items: Who is Rachel? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and head of communications
items: There's a wild Traitors theory related to the family tree – but is it credible?
items: Who is Fiona? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and government officer
items: 10 EastEnders characters who need to have a huge 2026 – from Chelsea Fox to Oscar Branning
items: EastEnders airs haunting return before incident leaves character fighting for life in early BBC iPlayer release
items: The Traitors Ireland season 1 finally gets UK release date confirmed by the BBC
items: Gladiators season 3 start date confirmed by BBC as beloved show returns
items: Run Away star reveals they was approached for Celebrity Traitors season 2 – but turned it down for surprising reason
items: Who is the ‘Secret Traitor’? All the theories so far
items: EastEnders airs horrific return for killer villain in nightmarish early BBC iPlayer release
items: Waterloo Road confirms grooming storyline for season 17 involving a popular pupil and a new villain

Derek Martin, actor best known as EastEnders icon Charlie Slater, dies aged 92
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date: 2026-01-11T16:07:01.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
description: The star also appeared in King and Castle and short-lived soap Eldorado.
encoded: Actor Derek Martin has died at the age of 92. The East-End London-born actor was best known for his role as the loveable taxi cab driver and family man Charlie Slater in EastEnders, a role he played from 2000 to 2011 before return guest appearances in 2013 and 2016. In a statement shared on social media, the EastEnders team said: "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Derek Martin. "From the moment he arrived, Derek’s portrayal of Charlie Slater instantly cemented him in the hearts of the audience, as the head of one of EastEnders' most iconic families. "Charlie would do anything for his family, and much like his character, Derek would do the same for those around him. Derek was deeply loved by all those that worked with him at EastEnders and will always be remembered with great fondness. Our love and thoughts are with his family and friends." Martin had begun his showbiz career as a stunt performer in series such as Doctor Who before moving into television and film. He portrayed Detective Inspector Fred Pyall opposite fellow future EastEnders star Peter Dean in the 1978 series Law & Order. After this, Martin played Det. Insp. Berwick in The Chinese Detective and then a turn as ex-policeman Ronald King in The Sweeney creator Ian Kennedy Martin's show King and Castle from 1985 to 1988. Martin went on to have numerous television guest appearances on iconic series such as Upstairs, Downstairs, Doctor Who, and The Bill. The role of Charlie Slater came Martin's way in the year 2000, having previously auditioned for the roles of Den Watts and Frank Butcher, and he landed the part of the Slater family patriarch. For over a decade in the BBC One soap, Charlie steered the clan through numerous storylines, such as the reveal that his daughter Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) was actually his granddaughter, the product of an abusive relationship between his daughter Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) and his brother Harry Slater, played by Michael Elphick. Charlie also supported…

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Call the Midwife cast: Who stars in season 15?
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date: 2026-01-11T13:00:13.000Z
creator: Abby Robinson
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Helen George and the stars of Call the Midwife return.
encoded: It's 2026, which means it's time to return to Poplar for a new season of Call the Midwife, with Nonnatus House facing threats from changes to the National Health Service. "It looks as if they'll have to fall in line with the NHS and what the council want of them," explained Jenny Agutter (Sister Julienne), with demands that the nuns wear official uniforms instead of their usual habits. "That's fine in itself but it's actually a bigger question, which is that Sister Julienne sees the nuns as being missionaries in the East End, serving a community," she added. "And she, as a nun, is very much aware of the fact that the first service they have is to God, a higher order than the council. The habit is very much to do with showing that they are a part of serving the community. So it's not just a matter of identification, it's a matter of knowing what one's role is and what they're meant to be doing and feeling that one's no longer wanted." Agutter continued, saying that "it's a conundrum because if Nonnatus House goes, then a lot of the services that are a part of it go, too". <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/01/Call-the-Mifdwife-7b51a31.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="Four nuns in blue habits gather in a dimly lit chapel, holding open prayer books. One elderly nun sits at the centre with a walking stick and a book on her lap, while the others stand behind her reading aloud beside a lit candle and wooden chairs." title="Call the Midwife s15" /> This season will also deal with the Women's Lib movement, as well as "premature births, placenta previa, kidney cancer, tuberculosis and slavery." On the lighter side of things, Zephryn Taitte has confirmed that Cyril and Rosalind "get really close, really quickly," but added that they will face "an unexpected turn". Ahead of Cyril meeting Rosalind's parents, Taitte explained that "he has to wrestle with her parents and how they may view him and judge him, rightly or wrong," adding "so,…

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The Traitors season 4 cast: Confirmed line-up in full
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date: 2026-01-10T10:52:07.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Contains Trailer
description: Let the mind games begin...
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors has seen all manner of drama unfold over the last few nights, with the accusations flying in all directions. Following Fiona accusing Rachel of being a Traitor, even the Traitor's Oath has come under fire, she continued playing the wildcard last night. Stephen's passionate plea on Fiona's behalf appears to have shifted suspicion away from her for the moment, with Sam, Jade and Rachel all coming under fire from different angles. With the stakes sky-high, the next murder could be make or break for the Traitors when the we kick off again on Wednesday. So, with a few days to go until the next episode, it's a good time to brush up on The Traitors season 4 cast before they return to Ardross Castle for more chaos. The Traitors season 4 cast: Full list of players Here's a quick list of players in The Traitors 2026 cast – read on for more details, including their headshots, ages, jobs and initial remarks upon joining the show. Harriet Stephen Ellie Fiona Jessie Rachel Jade Sam Adam Reece Faraaz Roxy Matthew Jack James Amanda - BANISHED Maz - 'MURDERED' Ross - BANISHED Hugo - BANISHED Ben - 'MURDERED' Judy - BANISHED Netty - 'MURDERED' Harriet Age: 52 Job: Crime writer and former barrister Location: London The Traitors is "one of the very few" reality shows that Harriet reckons she has the skill set for, having worked as a criminal barrister and now a crime writer. "I spend my life making up horrible ways for people to die and killing people on the page," she said. "The idea that I might get to actually plot to kill people or to track down a murderer, but, you know, without actual blood being shed, it's the closest that I'd get to that experience in real life. So quite honestly, what's not to like?" Stephen Age: 32 Job: Cyber security consultant Location: London Stephen loves The Traitors, so much so that he has been re-watching past seasons to get into the headspace and "examine the certain things that peo…

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Who left The Traitors season 4? All murdered and banished contestants
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date: 2026-01-09T21:20:29.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Who saw that coming?
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The drama continued in tonight's episode of The Traitors (9th January) as Fiona and Rachel clashed in the turret, as Fiona accused Rachel of not being a team player. But it wasn't long before the players decided who was to be murdered next and for one unlucky player, their time was up! Later on, it was time for the next banishment which left some players wondering if two Traitors had turned on each other, So, who left The Traitors? Read on to find out more about the murdered and banished contestants in The Traitors season 4. Who has been murdered or banished from The Traitors season 4 so far? Fiona - BANISHED in episode 6 After majority of the players grew suspicious of Fiona, her time in the castle came to an end as she received the most votes at the roundtable. Asked how it felt to be leaving the game, Fiona said: "I wasn't delighted to be leaving, but I was really the master of my own downfall because I needed to confront Rachel just to be sure in my own mind that she was a team player and not playing singularly. "The action I took was to get it all out in the open and I felt at the time it was my only chance as Rachel was such a formidable player and I didn’t think I’d have another opportunity to put her name to the group as a potential Traitor." Reece - 'MURDERED' in episode 6 Begrudgingly, the three Traitors all reconvened in the turret to decide who should be murdered. After much deliberation, they decided it should be Reece, a player who had grown slightly deflated at his name being thrown around at the roundtable. "On reflection, the experience was the absolute best thing I've ever done," Reece said of leaving the game. "But come the end of it, I felt like people didn’t want to believe me so what more could I do? I trust the people left in the game will carry whatever words I left with wisdom and use it to find the Traitors. I think I very much bowed out when I needed to." Amanda - BANISHED in episode…

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Who is Matthew? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and creative director
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date: 2026-01-09T21:14:40.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Competitive Matthew will be hoping to bag the jackpot.
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** Matthew may have chosen to be a Traitor to start with, but his status in the castle could be changing very soon. In tonight's episode (9th January), a handful of Faithfuls got the chance to ask two questions to the Traitors and Matthew used his question to his advantage, and struck up a deal. The 35-year-old was keen to find some trust between him and the Traitors, asking them to prove themselves to him by murdering Jessie when they next get the chance and then recruiting him afterwards. In true Traitors fashion, the episode ended on a cliffhanger, and fans will have to wait until next week to find out how his fate plays out. As the series continues, read on to learn more about The Traitors season 4 contestant Matthew. Who is Matthew from The Traitors? Age: 35 Job: Creative director Location: Edinburgh Matthew is a 35-year-old creative director living in Edinburgh and is admittedly rather competitive. He is headed into the game to win and is keen to be a Traitor as he thinks that he can stay true to his own values whilst still playing the game. "I'm a good person, and in normal life, if I saw someone on trouble on the street, I would be the first person that would step in to help them," he said. "However, this is a game and I'm very capable of compartmentalising, so if I must get rid of someone because that's what the game's saying, I won’t think twice about it, I'll just do it." Why did Matthew apply for The Traitors? Matthew applied for The Traitors because it's an adventure and it seemed like fun. He added: "My New Year's resolution was to have more adventures, and what I meant by that was more hiking, canoe trips, and camping, that sort of thing, but I've watched The Traitors and absolutely loved it, so I just thought why not give it a go." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Is Matthew from The Traitors on Instagram? He certainly is, and you can follow Matthew on Instagram @yermatty. The Trait…

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The Traitors season 4 release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out?
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date: 2026-01-09T21:05:13.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Contains Trailer
description: Things are getting serious...
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors made a triumphant return to TV screens earlier this month, and it has certainly got the nation talking as an iconic Traitor was sent home packing. Tonight (9th January), Fiona and Rachel went head-to-head in an intense roundtable, which saw one of the three Traitors banished from the game. Sadly, that Traitor was Fiona, who took her banishment on the chin and told the players gleefully: "You may be very surprised to hear that I am a Traitor!" When do the mind games continue? Read on for details on The Traitors season 4 release schedule, and when it kicks off on BBC One. When is the next episode of The Traitors season 4? The next episode of The Traitors season 4 will be on Wednesday 14th January 2026 on BBC One and iPlayer. What time is The Traitors season 4 on TV? The Traitors begins at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Should there be any changes as the series continues, we'll be sure to keep this page updated with the latest! How many episodes are there in The Traitors season 4? There are a total of 12 episodes of The Traitors season 4. Fans will be thankful after the celebrity edition only had nine episodes, so prepare for even more treachery! Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google When is The Traitors season 4 on BBC iPlayer? Episodes of The Traitors season 4 will be released on BBC iPlayer after their transmission on BBC One each night. The Traitors season 4 release schedule Episode 1 - Thursday 1st January at 8pm Episode 2 - Friday 2nd January at 8pm Episode 3 - Saturday 3rd January at 7:45pm Episode 4 - Wednesday 7th January at 8pm Episode 5 - Thursday 8th January at 8pm Episode 6 - Friday 9th January at 8pm Episode 7 - Wednesday 14th January at 8pm Episode 8 - Thursday 15th January at 8pm Episode 9 - Friday 16th January at 8pm Episode 10 - Wednesday 21st January at 8pm Episode 11 - Thursday 22nd January at 8pm Episode 12 - Friday 23rd January at 8:30pm The Traitors season 4 continues on…

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The Faithful triumph in another tense roundtable - but which Traitor was sent home packing?
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date: 2026-01-09T20:58:14.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
description: Who saw that coming?
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The nation waited with bated breath for tonight's episode of The Traitors following the chaos of the night before which saw two Traitors go head-to-head in front of the entire group. In a rather explosive fifth episode, Fiona shared with the group she believed Rachel was a Traitor, after the head of communications told the group that the recently departed Amanda was a former detective - something Fiona believed to be a lie. Tonight's episode (9th January) saw Rachel and Fiona face one another in the turret, as Fiona accused Rachel of playing the game for herself after claiming that she hadn't defended fellow Traitor Stephen. It was clear that Fiona and Rachel would be going for one another at the roundtable, but nothing could've prepared the Faithful for the banishment to come. As the roundtable commenced, Rachel and Fiona went head-to-head, both accusing the other of being a Traitor. After a final plea from Fiona and some tears for Stephen, the time soon came for the players to write down who they thought was a Traitor. After some votes for Sam, another for Jade, the majority of the votes were for Fiona, who shared that she voted for Sam because Rachel deserves to win. In her parting words, Fiona said: "I want to say, I haven't had the opportunity to grow to love you, but I do like you very, very much. I came in here to prove that woman of a certain age should be listened to and I feel that I have been listened to... I will never ever forget you. "You may be very surprised to hear that I am a Traitor!" The group all cheered as they got rid of yet another Traitor and it's safe to say, Rachel was very happy. The Traitors season 4 continues on Friday 9th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment…

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Claudia Winkleman introduces a new power for players that could prove troublesome for The Traitors
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date: 2026-01-09T20:40:42.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
description: "You could learn something that could help you catch a Traitor."
encoded: The Traitors season 4 has been nothing short of chaotic, with a secret Traitor, Fiona v Rachel and now, a new twist that could help the Faithful uncover the truth about those working against them. In tonight's episode (9th January), the players gathered for their next mission, and there was a slight spanner thrown into the works. Claudia Winkleman addressed the players, telling them that the mission would challenge them to take "a good, hard look at [themselves] and each other". She continued: "Each group will now take a separate path through the castle woods, and on each route you will encounter mirrors. The mirrors are going to ask you questions about your fellow players currently left in the game, and the answers are based on the questionnaires you filled out last night." Winkleman noted that for each correct answer, £500 would be added to the prize fund, but there was more to the task – the team that provided the most correct answers would be granted access to the castle's Walled Garden and would gain the power to talk to the Traitors. After an intense mission, Rachel, Roxy, Matthew, Faraaz and Harriet were granted access to the garden, before Claudia explained what was to come. For each player there was a mirror they could choose from to smash. If smoke came out, they could the power to speak to the Traitors but if no smoke comes out, they would not be able to speak to a Traitor. Rachel, Harriet and Matthew all smashed smoking mirrors and were told that after the roundtable, they would be able to go to the castle confessional and ask the Traitors two questions. But whether the Traitors will tell the truth, that is something else... The Traitors season 4 continues on Friday 9th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV G…

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Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight?
type: item
date: 2026-01-09T13:53:20.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Graham is back with a new cohort of guests this week.
encoded: The Graham Norton Show is back on our screens with yet another star-studded line-up on the famous sofa. Tonight's episode will see Graham Norton in the interviewer's chair as the 33rd season continues. Audiences can expect hilarious anecdotes, details about the latest movies and TV shows that everyone has been talking about and, of course, Graham's iconic red chair. So, who's appearing on the show tonight? Here's everything you need to know about The Graham Norton Show's latest set of guests, and when you can watch the episode. Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight? On Graham Norton's famous red sofa tonight is Hollywood star Chris Pratt, who is starring in new AI thriller Mercy as a detective framed for his wife's murder. Wicked star Cynthia Erivo will also join the sofa to chat about playing all 23 roles in a new stage production of Dracula in London's West End. Comedian and writer Dawn French will also discuss new dark BBC sitcom Can You Keep A Secret? Meanwhile, top comic Rob Beckett also joins the sofa. The Graham Norton Show airs on Friday 9th January at 10:40pm on BBC One. Who is the next music act on The Graham Norton Show? Tonight's musical guest is English-Italian acoustic singer songwriter Jack Savoretti, who will be performing his brand new single, We Will Always Be the Way We Were, set for release January 10th. Is Graham Norton in the BBC studio? Graham Norton is back on the red sofa in his BBC studio. His famous Big Red Chair will feature, as audience members share their anecdotes with Norton and the celebrity guests, in the hopes of not being tipped over. The Graham Norton Show airs on Friday 9th January at 10:40pm on BBC One. Add The Graham Norton Show to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Pod…

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When is The Traitors season 4 final? Release date and time
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date: 2026-01-09T12:56:33.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Let the mind games continue...
encoded: We're reaching the halfway point of The Traitors season 4 and things are certainly heating up. From the introduction of the secret Traitor to Fiona's theory/admission that Rachel is a Traitor, there have been plenty of plot twists to keep the nation talking. Since the series began, viewers have flocked to BBC One to tune into all the action, with an average of 6.4 million overnight viewers tuning into the first episode alone. There have been a number of shocking banishments and devious murders since the series started earlier this month, and it won't be long before the Traitors strike again... But who will be the last players standing? As we wait to find out, read on for everything you need to know about The Traitors season 4 final. When is The Traitors season 4 final? The Traitors final will air on Friday 23rd January on BBC One and iPlayer. After 12 episodes, it'll reveal whether the Faithful or the Traitors succeed in the ultimate game of betrayal and trust. What time will The Traitors season 4 final be on TV? The final episode of The Traitors season 4 will air at 8:30pm, slightly later than its usual 8pm slot. The episode will air for a longer 75 minutes, meaning it will conclude at 9:45pm. It will be followed by the final episode of The Traitors: Uncloaked, as Ed Gamble dissects the episode with the help of the finalists. Who is in The Traitors season 4 final? At the time of writing, it isn't clear which of the players will be in the final, with there being six more episodes to go before the final airs. But we'll be sure to update this page once the finalists are unveiled! The Traitors season 4 continues on Friday 9th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV …

The Traitors oath explained: Did Fiona break the rules?
type: item
date: 2026-01-09T12:53:56.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: It was a moment no one could have expected...
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors season 4 has been truly electrifying TV viewing, from the introduction of a secret Traitor to players being locked in cages as they were put on trial for murder. But no one could've quite foreseen the explosive fifth episode, that saw two Traitors turn on each other in front of the entire group! Fiona and Rachel are both popular players and for many, they are deemed as Faithful, but after a shocking theory from Fiona – could the game be completely changed? At the start of each series, the chosen Traitors must take an oath to agree to keep the identity of themselves and the other Traitors hidden, but has this been broken? Read on to learn more about the oath as we dissect whether it's been broken. What is The Traitors oath? The Traitors oath is an agreement the Traitors make before heading into the turret for the first time. As seen in the first episode, Claudia Winkleman tells the Traitors: "Do you commit to lie and deceive throughout the game? Are you willing to murder your fellow players every single night? And do you vow to keep your identity and the identity of your fellow players a secret?" The players must follow this, but it isn't wholly clear in which settings they apply. Did Fiona break The Traitors oath? The BBC has not confirmed or denied if Fiona has broken The Traitors oath, though fans have speculated online that this could be the case. In the fifth episode of season 5, Amanda confided in Rachel that she was a detective, a secret she had been hiding from the group. After Amanda was banished from the castle, Rachel told the other players about Amanda's secret, but Fiona was incredulous at the thought that Amanda had confided in Rachel and not her. This led to Fiona telling Harriet she thought Rachel was lying before she told the rest of the group she believed that Rachel was a Traitor. Of course, viewers are aware that Fiona and Rachel are indeed Traitors, so had Fiona let slip one of…

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The Traitors soundtrack: Every song from each season
type: item
date: 2026-01-09T10:24:54.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Here are all the records helping to ramp up the drama on The Traitors.
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors has returned for a truly thrilling fourth season on BBC One, with all new twists and turns not even the players saw coming. The latest episode (8th January) has left jaws across the nation firmly on the floor after two Traitors went head-to-head. The episode ended on a cliffhanger as the Traitors reconvened in the turret, but how will their confrontation go down? With so much drama, the BBC has accompanied the series with a stellar soundtrack. So, if you’re wondering what the songs are that have been ramping up the tension in The Traitors season 4, and in past seasons too, read on for everything you need to know. The Traitors soundtrack Season 4 Episodes 1 - 3 Killing Me Softly With His Song - Fugees Little Lies - Fleetwood Mac The Traitors Main Theme - Sam Watts Ready to Go - Republica Ghost Town - The Specials The Sign of the Times - Harry Styles Everybody Wants to Rule the World - Tears for Fears Hurricane - Kat Leon Sound the Alarm - Astyria The World We Made - Ruelle Natural Blues - Moby You Have Been Murdered - Sam Watts In the Shadows - The Rasmus Episodes 4 - 5 Rapture - Tom Walker Out of the Shadows - Ely Eira Are You Gonna Go My Way - Lenny Kravitz If I Had a Heart - Fever Ray Season 3 Episodes 1 - 3 Smells Like Teen Spirit - Fleurie & Tommee Profitt Ave Maria - Franz Schubert, Barbara Bonney & Geoffrey Parsons In The Still Of The Night - Ravn Ready Or Not - Mischa 'Book' Chillak & Esthero Little Lies - Fleetwod Mac Let The Blood Run Wild - Power-Haus, Shyloom & Lløren Bad Things - burnboy & Brooke Williams Dangerous Game - Klergy & Beginners This Is The Beginning - Ely Eira Dead To Me - Tribal Blood Requiem For A Tower - London Music Works Live And Let Die - Chroma When It's All Over - RAIGN Breath - Ex Makina Where It All Begins - Portals Figure It Out - Royal Blood No Tomorrow - Joseph William Morgan Starshine - Kel Constantine Episodes 4 - 6 Run - Lady Bri, Marvin Brooks & 2WEI Symph…

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What channel is Tottenham v Aston Villa FA Cup match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-09T09:45:49.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC One
subject: discovery+
subject: FA Cup
description: Check out how to watch Tottenham v Aston Villa in the FA Cup, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Premier League rivals Tottenham and Aston Villa do battle in North London in the third round of the FA Cup on Saturday. Spurs and under-fire manager Thomas Frank are in need of a boost after Wednesday's defeat at Bournemouth saw them drop to 14th in the table. The North Londoners ended their long wait for silverware in the Europa League last season but it is still 18 years since they last won a domestic trophy and the FA Cup now looks their best chance of putting that right in 2025/26. Watch Tottenham v Aston Villa live on TNT Sports via discovery+ on Amazon Prime Video Aston Villa's trophy drought is even longer, going all the way back to 1996, and Unai Emery may be eyeing a cup run this term after the exploits of Crystal Palace and Newcastle last season. The visitors were held to a goalless draw by the Eagles in midweek but will hope to transfer their form in the Premier League, where they are third after 21 games, into the FA Cup. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Tottenham v Aston Villa on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Tottenham v Aston Villa? Tottenham v Aston Villa will take place on Saturday 10th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Tottenham v Aston Villa kick-off time Tottenham v Aston Villa will kick off at 5:45pm. What TV channel is Tottenham v Aston Villa on? The game will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 from 5pm and BBC One from 5:30pm. There are multiple ways to get TNT Sports. If you already have BT Broadband, you can add TNT Sports to your existing contract from just £18 per month. You can add the ‘Big Sport’ package for £40 per month which includes all TNT Sports and 11 Sky Sports channels via a NOW pass. You can also access TNT Sports via discovery+ and stream directly to your smart TV. Check out the latest deals for TNT Sports How to live stream Totten…

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What channel is Macclesfield v Crystal Palace FA Cup match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-09T06:00:54.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
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subject: Sport
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subject: BBC
subject: BBC One
subject: discovery+
subject: FA Cup
description: Check out how to watch Macclesfield v Crystal Palace in the FA Cup, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: FA Cup champions Crystal Palace begin their title defence away at National League North outfit Macclesfield on Saturday lunchtime. The Eagles defied the odds last season by beating Man City at Wembley to win football's oldest club competition, and a major trophy, for the first time. FA Cup third round weekend comes at a good time for the South Londoner faithful. Crystal Palace have struggled on the pitch recently and rumours continue to circle about manager Oliver Glasner, who has been linked to the vacant Man Utd job. Watch Macclesfield v Crystal Palace live on TNT Sports via discovery+ on Amazon Prime Video Macclesfield, one of just two sixth-tier clubs, and only three non-league teams, remaining in the competition, will hope to draw on some of its famous magic as they aim for a famous upset. Win or lose, it's set to be a fantastic occasion for the Silkmen, a phoenix club that was formed after Macclesfield Town folded in 2020. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Macclesfield v Crystal Palace on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Macclesfield v Crystal Palace? Macclesfield v Crystal Palace will take place on Saturday 10th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Macclesfield v Crystal Palace kick-off time Macclesfield v Crystal Palace will kick off at 12:15pm. What TV channel is Macclesfield v Crystal Palace on? The game will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 from 11:30am and BBC One from 12pm. There are multiple ways to get TNT Sports. If you already have BT Broadband, you can add TNT Sports to your existing contract from just £18 per month. You can add the ‘Big Sport’ package for £40 per month which includes all TNT Sports and 11 Sky Sports channels via a NOW pass. You can also access TNT Sports via discovery+ and stream directly to your smart TV. Check out the latest deals for TN…

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The Apprentice 2026: Release date speculation and latest news
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date: 2026-01-08T17:04:31.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: The toughest competition in business is back!
encoded: It's time to head back into the boardroom as The Apprentice returns to BBC One very soon. Celebrating its 20th season, the BBC is pulling out all the stops, including an episode in which the boardroom will take place in Hong Kong. There will also be 20 candidates taking part to mark the 20th season as Lord Sugar embarks on the hunt for his next business partner. So, when is The Apprentice returning? Read on for everything you need to know about the new series. Is there a release date for The Apprentice season 20? The exact release date for The Apprentice 2026 is yet to be announced but it has been confirmed that the series will return in early 2026. Has the cast for The Apprentice season 20 been announced? Not yet. While there have been teasers of the cast members in teaser trailers, an official cast announcement is yet to be made by the BBC. Who are the advisors to Lord Sugar in The Apprentice season 20? Baroness Karren Brady and Tim Campbell MBE are back once more as trusted aides to Lord Sugar. Brady has been one of Lord Sugar's aides since 2010, while Tim Campbell joined as aide in 2022 and has held the post ever since. He previously won the first ever season back in 2005. Campbell missed out on the recent Celebrity Apprentice two-parter as he was unable to make the filming dates work – he was temporarily replaced by Mike Soutar, but will return for these new episodes. Is there a trailer for The Apprentice season 20? Yes, the BBC recently unveiled the trailer for season 20, teasing what's to come for the candidates. The teaser clips shows the candidates on dune buggies, climbing up the steps towards the Big Buddha in Hong Kong, appearing to fight a robot through virtual reality and an appearance from Big Zuu. You can watch the full trailer below: View oEmbed on the source website Can I apply for The Apprentice? You sure can! Applications for the next season of The Apprentice are open, but you've got to act quick as applications will close on Friday 23rd January …

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Who is Jade? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and PhD student
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date: 2026-01-08T17:01:49.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Contains Trailer
description: Jade is planning to play down everything she does in day-to-day life to the group.
encoded: The Traitors has provided viewers with non-stop twists and turns since it returned at the start of the year. During the premiere, it was revealed there would be a secret Traitor playing the game. Since then, the secret Traitor has been revealed, roundtables have taken place early in the game and suspicion has been at an all time high. One player who has received plenty of suspicious glances is Jade, despite being a Faithful from the very start, a role she always wanted. As the series continues, scroll on to learn more about The Traitors season 4 contestant. Who is Jade from The Traitors? Age: 25 Job: PhD student Location: West Midlands Jade is a PhD student from the West Midlands who believes herself to be quite an observant person, particularly being able to pick up on things that people may think she misses. "I have quite good problem solving abilities, so that will hopefully help in trying to navigate through the game and missions," she said. "I think I can bring good teamwork to the table. I think I'll also get along with everyone as well." Where can you get Jade's cardigan? In a recent episode of The Traitor, Jade's cardigan (pictured above) quickly became the talk of viewers, with many dazzled by the design. The exact cardigan is from a brand called Hope Macaulay, and is called a Colourful Colossal Knit Cardigan. It can be purchased for £430. Why did Jade apply for The Traitors? Jade plays a lot of video games which are similar to The Traitors, and so she thought "why would I not?" as she does it in her spare time. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Is Jade from The Traitors on Instagram? Yes, you can follow Jade on Instagram @jadiethscott. The Traitors season 4 continues on Thursday 8th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment c…

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Who is Reece? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and shop assistant
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date: 2026-01-08T16:42:39.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
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subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Reece was certain he'd be chosen to be a Traitor.
encoded: The Traitors returned with a bang for its fourth season on BBC One, and has continued to bring in huge audiences each night. Last night's episode (7th January) saw an average of 7.3 million people tune in, according to overnight ratings. This is substantially higher than the season 4 premiere's overnight viewership, which lured in an average of 6.4 million viewers. The nation has flocked to watch the show to see how the players navigate the devious game, and one of those currently facing the wrath of the Traitors is Reece, who faces being murdered by his fellow players. As we wait to find out his fate, what is there know about Reece? Read on to find out more about The Traitors season 4 contestant. Who is Reece from The Traitors? Age: 27 Job: Sweet shop assistant Location: Sheffield Reece is a 27-year-old sweet shop assistant from Sheffield who won't shy away from being cut-throat while in The Traitors castle. "I'm quite what you see is what you get, but obviously very aware that this is a game," he explained. "If I must remodel my personality to fit what is in front of me at that time, that is what I will do." "I'm very competitive and confident, I don't want to go on and change who I am, or anything about me, I want to go on and be successful being me in the game." Why did Reece apply for The Traitors? Reece has always been competitive and the idea of having the unique experience of being on The Traitors appealed to Reece, and so he applied! He added: "I don’t think I’ve done anything in my life which is so unique, and because I also have that competitive edge, I’m excited to see what I’m able to do." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Is Reece from The Traitors on Instagram? Yes he is, and you can follow Reece on Instagram @reecewardd. The Traitors season 4 continues on Thursday 8th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – downlo…

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Who is Maz? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and civil servant
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date: 2026-01-08T16:35:36.000Z
creator: Phoebe Kowhai Barnes
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Contains Trailer
description: Maz is already up for murder tonight!
encoded: We may only be four episodes into The Traitors, but the tension is certainly ramping up... Last night (7th January) saw Maz, Reece and Stephen all at risk of being murdered by the Traitors but as we know, Stephen is immune from such a fate. After the reveal that Fiona was indeed the secret Traitor, it soon became clear that she was the hidden figure constantly putting Maz on the murder shortlist. Given she chose to be the player to try and save Reece in the previous mission, could Maz's fate be sealed? As we wait to find out, what is there to know about Maz? Read on to learn more about The Traitors season 4 contestant. Who is Maz from The Traitors? Age: 59 Job: Civil Servant Location: Preston Maz is a 59-year-old civil servant from Preston who is hoping to win so that he can use the money to support his ever growing family. A self professed family man, Maz is a father of 5, the youngest of which is 18 and has just started university, and the grandfather to 5 as well, including twins, with a sixth on the way. Maz believes he'll be a great addition to the cast, brining humour, patience and a "warm, friendly face". Why did Maz apply for The Traitors? View Green Video on the source website Maz applied for The Traitors as he was already a big fan of the iconic show, declaring that whilst he loves watching the missions and competition unfold, his favourite thing about the show is the conversations and relationships formed between players. He believes he's got the right skill set to take part; as well as being extremely competitive, he's good at working with others thanks to his participation in a football team. "I think I'll bring that energy and drive. I know that I am a good team player. When I play football, I'm usually the one that's shouting their head off and giving people that drive and confidence but not overpowering. "I enjoy being part of a team, having fun, and trying to get the job done," he said. Is Maz from The Traitors on Instagram? Yes, you can follow Maz …

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Who is Stephen? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and consultant
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date: 2026-01-08T16:05:50.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Stephen reckons he has a good poker face...
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors continues tonight (8th January) as three players find themselves on trial for murder, including a Traitor... As per the rules of the game, a Traitor can't be murdered, but Stephen's current predicament means he was unable to discuss which player should be next to leave the game. That was all left in the hands of his fellow Traitors Rachel and Fiona. Will they choose a player than could risk Stephen's standing as a Faithful or could they bide him some more time? As we wait to find out where the new season takes us, read on to find out more about Stephen, including why he applied for The Traitors season 4. Who is Stephen from The Traitors? Age: 32 Job: Cyber security consultant Location: London Stephen is a 32-year-old cyber security consultant living in London who has watched every single iteration of The Traitors, and has done some stellar preparation ahead of the series. He has been rewatching previous seasons in order to get his head in the game and examine certain things people have done that were normal, but other players deemed weird. "I think a lot of the play really depends on who's around you," he explained. "You have to read the room really quickly at the beginning and previous players’ tactics may not work here. "Also, people are going into this game now knowing a lot more about how the game works, and I think that really means you've got to come up with a new strategy, your own strategy." Why did Stephen apply for The Traitors? Stephen applied for The Traitors because he reckons he could do really well. He found that The Traitors is a show you can't watch without watching yourself in it and he "genuinely" loves it. The Traitors season 4 release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out? Is Stephen from The Traitors on Instagram? Yes, you can follow Stephen from The Traitors on Instagram @stephenlibby. He shared the news on Instagram, writing: "Mo chreach sa thàinig, …

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Who is Rachel? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and head of communications
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date: 2026-01-08T15:45:51.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
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subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Rachel is very competitive...
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors returns tonight for what has been teased as the "most explosive" in the show's history. Sources have claimed that tonight's episode (8th January) is "very dramatic" as pressure mounts for those remaining in the castle. One of those players is Rachel, who has so far done a good job of avoiding being detected as a Traitor. The latest episode ended on yet another cliffhanger as she and fellow Traitor Fiona sealed the fate of one of the Faithful and will do so face-to-dace. What else is there to know about Rachel as the show continues? Scroll on to find out more! Who is Rachel from The Traitors? Age: 42 Job: Head of communications Location: County Down Rachel is a 42-year-old head of communications from County Down who will do anything to win. "Nothing's off the table," she said. "I'm very good at knowing the difference between reality and a game. I'm really competitive in challenges, so I'll do whatever I can to get money in the bank." Describing herself as "a really sociable person that loves finding out things", Rachel hopes she can build nice connections and find things out about people while in the game. Why did Rachel apply for The Traitors? Like many of her fellow players, Rachel loves The Traitors, and has some impressive skills already having played Mafia for 15 years. A lover of games and challenges, Rachel thought she'd give The Traitors a go. The Traitors season 4 release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out? Is Rachel from The Traitors on Instagram? She is! You can follow Rachel on Instagram @rachel.duffy. Announcing the news on her page, Rachel wrote: "All is fair in love, war and roundtables!" The Traitors season 4 begins on Thursday 8th January at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Seasons 1-3 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. C…

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There's a wild Traitors theory related to the family tree – but is it credible?
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date: 2026-01-08T15:45:19.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Could everyone be connected?
encoded: The Traitors always excels at bringing the nation together to discuss their latest theories about the goings on in the castle. But this season is slightly different, as many viewers tuning in from home believe that every single cast member is somehow linked. Whether it be a familial, romantic or platonic connection, there has been plenty to suggest that each player somehow knows at least one other person in the castle. While this might seem rather outlandish, in each episode, viewers have found themselves drawn to a family tree in the castle – even before Rachel and Stephen were tasked with a mini mission to put nine players up for murder using the tree. In the first 15 minutes of episode 1, it was revealed that two players knew each other and then later on another two players were revealed to be family members. So, is there much in this theory? Is every player connected? Scroll on as we dissect each connection in The Traitors castle. The Traitors family tree theory: All the connections so far Let's kick things off with the links that have been confirmed. Netty and Ross Ross and Netty were the first two players to reveal they had a connection, though it was a complete shock to both of them. As the players arrived at the castle for the first time, Netty screamed and ran over to Ross for a hug, as it was revealed the pair met each other around 10 years ago. It was never fully disclosed how the pair knew each other, but Ross has since shared on social media that they were introduced through a mutual friend. In a TikTok video, Ross shared: "So let’s just clean this up and get this out of the way. "So basically, Netty and I know each other from a mutual friend called Dan. Dan’s actually a photographer, I’ll send his Gram up so you got it there. "And basically, he used to go to Bradford basketball tournament and that’s how they met and so I’ve seen Netty a few times, went out and about in London. View oEmbed on the source website "So then on a separate occasion, maybe lik…

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Who is Fiona? Meet The Traitors season 4 contestant and government officer
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date: 2026-01-08T15:15:48.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: Fiona is hoping to see through people's strategies while in the castle.
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for The Traitors season 4** The Traitors has pulled out all the stops recently, especially since its introduction of a secret Traitor, whose identity has finally been revealed. While it may have been obvious to some viewers, the latest episode (7th January) revealed that Fiona was the player hiding behind the red cloak, and she's been loving every minute of it! "If the devil could have cast his net, he couldn't have picked a better three," she said as she revealed her identity to fellow Traitors Rachel and Stephen. As the series continues, read on to find out more about The Traitors season 4 contestant Fiona. Who is Fiona from The Traitors? Age: 62 Job: Local government officer Location: Swansea Status: Traitor Fiona is a 62-year-old local government officer from Swansea, and is a very chatty person by nature. Her jobs involves getting people to trust her so they are able to "move forward with their lives", something she hopes will help her in the game down to her "trustworthy" nature. She added: "I think I'm a good judge of character as well, although that remains to be seen in the next few weeks! I think I'll bring a little bit of humour and a lot of integrity, whether or not that integrity is towards the Traitors or towards the Faithfuls remains to be seen." Fiona is also "a great team player" and after growing up with only brothers, she quickly became very competitive. "We were and still are a family that enjoy all sorts of games, whether that's cards or board games, we still get a lot of enjoyment out of them," she added. Why did Fiona apply for The Traitors? Fiona had never applied to be on a TV show before The Traitors, noting it to be "the most authentic reality TV show". "I think because it's a game which requires a lot of tact and a lot of psychological manoeuvres, it just appealed to me," she said. The Traitors season 4 release schedule: What time is it on and when is the next episode out? Is Fiona from The Traitors on Instagr…

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10 EastEnders characters who need to have a huge 2026 – from Chelsea Fox to Oscar Branning
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date: 2026-01-08T14:30:03.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
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subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Comment
description: Some beloved Walford faces need their time to shine.
encoded: Well, we have certainly started 2026 in earnest on EastEnders – including with a look at 2027. The BBC One soap promises to be a huge year for the Branning clan, especially, but particularly for Max Branning (Jake Wood), after a flash-forward episode on New Year's Day revealed a lot of change would take place for the roguish Walford legend. However, Max isn't the only character we'll be needing to see more of in 2026, whether it's those who are underseen on the show or people we just straight up need to see more of or solidify their place in the show. So, here are a selection of characters who should have a huge 2026 in EastEnders... 10 EastEnders characters who need to have a huge 2026 1. Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) Thankfully, it seems like Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) is in for a big year as one of the potential brides for Max Branning, but it's been a long time coming. Denise's eldest daughter has had a quieter time in Walford in the last couple of years – aside from last year's all too brief club crush storyline – with Chelsea mostly just relegated to serving drinks in Harry's Barn. Abrahams has already proven herself a worthy leading heroine for the soap, having fronted strong scenes in the divisive Gray Atkins (Toby-Alexander Smith) storyline, and showing Chelsea's strength and emotion during the breakdown of her romance with Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara), along with her feuding with step-sister Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine). Chelsea has a long history in Walford and is an ideal figure to bridge older and newer characters, so we hope the show makes good on the promise of more Chelsea in 2026. 2. Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) Speaking of Chelsea's former step-sister, despite her previous vendetta against dad Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) and a short-lived romance with Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway), it has been very quiet for Penny Branning in recent months. The wily, confident, and sharp-tongued Branning is the closest thing that her cousin Lauren Be…

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EastEnders airs haunting return before incident leaves character fighting for life in early BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2026-01-08T11:28:05.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
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subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
description: Spoiler warning for Thursday 8th January 2026.
encoded: **Warning: Contains major spoilers for the Thursday 8th January 2026 episode of EastEnders, available now on BBC iPlayer.** EastEnders has aired more disturbing scenes for Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) in Thursday's episode. The BBC One soap aired return scenes of actor Navin Chowdhry as Nish Panesar's presence haunted Ravi's mind, when he experienced nightmarish hallucinations after having been spiked by a vengeful Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) for her son Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway), whom Ravi had exploited to sell drugs and was complicit in the illegal imprisonment of. At the conclusion of Wednesday's episode, Harry left a spiked Ravi in the pit of The Arches as he experienced auditory hallucinations, including hearing his father, Nish. As Thursday's episode began, a tormented Ravi managed to climb his way out of the pit before he began to see Nish, who continued to taunt him, including about the fact that Ravi was the one to murder him on New Year's Day 2025. Ravi eventually managed to get away through a fire exit and staggered through the streets as he broke down to his hallucination of Nish (Chowdhry wonderfully chewing the scenery), asking why he had abandoned him as a child, all while revellers mocked Ravi's behaviour. Meanwhile, Ravi's concerned partner Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy), half-brother Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) and son Davinder "Nugget" Gulati (Juhaim Rasul Choudhury) all searched for a missing Ravi when he didn't return home and was unreachable. Eventually, Nugget found his father on the street, but a hallucinating Ravi believed his son to be a violent Nish and proceeded to slam Nugget against a wall and punch him on the floor before fleeing - not realising what he had done. Vinny then came across a beaten Nugget, and he was rushed to the hospital, where a distraught Priya rushed to him, with Vinny revealing that doctors had to put Nugget in a coma. As Priya broke down in Vinny's arms as Nugget was rushed off for emergency surger…

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The Traitors Ireland season 1 finally gets UK release date confirmed by the BBC
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date: 2026-01-08T11:12:28.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
description: There's plenty to get excited about!
encoded: The Traitors Ireland is finally making its way to BBC One, and there are only a few weeks left to go. The high stakes reality series has certainly had the nation talking in recent weeks, with the fourth season of the UK series throwing in all kinds of twists to keep the players and viewers alike on their toes. The Irish edition aired on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player towards the end of last summer, but there were no details as to when UK audiences could expect it tune in, until now. The BBC programmes website has listed The Traitors Ireland to air at midnight on Saturday 24th January on BBC One, followed immediately by the second episode an hour later. This will be hours after the winner of The Traitors UK season 4 is crowned. The synopsis teases: "Twenty-four players face off in Ireland's ultimate murder mystery game." The series is hosted by actress and comedian Siobhán McSweeney, who oversees 24 players as they attempt to win €50,000 without getting murdered or banished, all while the Traitors walk among them, trying to get their hands on the money instead. As ever, the group of players embark on missions as they work together to add more money to the prize pot. For those who survive to the end, they have the chance of winning a life-changing sum, but if a Traitor remains undetected, they'll be able to steal all the money. There is currently a whole host of Traitors content available to watch in the UK already, with seasons from the US, New Zealand and Australia available on BBC iPlayer right now. The Traitors Ireland will air on BBC One on Saturday 24th January. Add The Traitors to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Gladiators season 3 start date confirmed by BBC as beloved show returns
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date: 2026-01-07T16:14:39.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
description: Gladiators, ready?!
encoded: Gladiators is finally making a return to TV screens and there isn't long to go before everyone's favourite superhumans go head-to-head with brave contenders from the public. The popular series returns on Saturday 17th January at 5:45pm on BBC One and iPlayer and there is plenty to get excited for! Saturday night superheroes Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel and Viper will all return, and the BBC has already teased classic Legend quips, anger from Viper and some stern words from Mark Clattenburg. Presenting duo Bradley and Barney Walsh return to their hosting duties once more, as they welcome a fresh batch of determined contenders to take on the Gladiators in five energy-sapping events. Kicking things off, Giant has the battle of his life, Legend's nose is put out of joint and there's total devastation in a brutal, brand new event. Gladiators has proven to be hugely popular since its revival in 2024, with its first episode becoming the biggest launch for a new entertainment series in seven years – since the launch of Let It Shine in January 2017. Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC said at the time: "The return of Gladiators has taken the nation by storm with viewing figures showing that Saturday nights in are back on BBC One for all the family. "The hugely popular presenting duo of Bradley and Barney combined with the timeless excitement of seeing the Gladiators and contenders in action means the series continues to captivate audiences across the UK." If you simply can't wait, seasons 1 and 2 are available to watch on iPlayer to relive all the exhilarating moments. Gladiators returns on Saturday 17th January at 5:45pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add Gladiators to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streamin…

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Run Away star reveals they was approached for Celebrity Traitors season 2 – but turned it down for surprising reason
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date: 2026-01-07T12:56:15.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
description: Could his mind be changed?
encoded: James Nesbitt has revealed he was asked to appear in the next season of Celebrity Traitors, but turned down the chance to take part in the hit reality series. The actor, who is no stranger to playing detective, admitted he had been approached for season 2, but said no because he was "too scared". During an appearance on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show, Nesbitt said: "When I was asked, because I was in at the BBC, and I went, 'Oh, sounds amazing.' "Then I spoke to my agent and he said no. Because I just thought, 'How do I follow that?' It was so brilliant." The Celebrity Traitors was a phenomenal hit for the BBC last year, so much so just days after its conclusion, it was announced the series would be returning in 2026. Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, said of the renewal: "Studio Lambert have done an outstanding job as The Celebrity Traitors has well and truly captivated the nation, becoming a bona fide highlight of the year bringing record numbers of people together to enjoy every twist and turn. "In 2026 the doors of the castle will be opened again to welcome celebrity players to the game to see who can charm, who can scheme and ultimately who can survive in series two which promises to be just as unmissable as the first. "Plus with Uncloaked returning and today’s news of the positive contribution The Traitors brand has made to Scotland’s economy, there is plenty to celebrate." Read more: Love Island boss explains why show will remain the "number one dating show in the world" Tom Hiddleston wants to do Celebrity Traitors - and reveals which role he would like to have in it The final episode, which saw Alan Carr win as a Traitor, achieved an incredible 15 million viewers, and it soon became the biggest on demand audience of any series across the market at seven days since records began. The renewal was also announced alongside the publication of a new Economic Impact Report, which revealed that The Traitors franchise – including the UK, US and …

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Who is the ‘Secret Traitor’? All the theories so far
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date: 2026-01-07T10:30:59.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
description: The plot thickens...
encoded: Who on earth is the Secret Traitor? That has been the question on the minds of the nation ever since The Traitors introduced one of its biggest twists to date. The fourth outing of the reality series kicked off 2026 in style as Claudia Winkleman chose her secret Traitor, a player who would work alone and hold more power than any of the others in the game. Over the past two episodes, the chosen player has provided a murder shortlist for the three Traitors to choose from each night. While the secret Traitor has hidden in plain sight so far, tonight's episode (7th January), it seems all will be revealed to Stephen, Rachel and those tuning in at home. With the identity still a secret for now, let's get theorising... Who is the Secret Traitor? All the theories so far Ellie Could it have just been a poorly put together sentence or is Ellie hiding something? In the third episode, Ellie spoke to the camera and said: "If I'm too quiet, people will start to think I'm some sort of secret Traitor." Fans have immediately rushed to social media to speculate if this was an innocent comment or has Ellie let slip the biggest reveal of all. Amanda Who better to go undercover in The Traitors castle than a retired police detective? Amanda certainly has the skillset and techniques to be the secret Traitor and she even said: "My Jekyll and Hyde personality is my secret weapon." Fiona For eagle-eyed fans, they have been paying attention to the handwriting of the secret Traitor and that of those at the round table and Fiona's is somewhat similar. But that isn't all, Fiona also shared she wasn't interested in receiving a shield during the latest mission, which is rather telling as she knows she's immune from murder and therefore wouldn't need the protection. Harriet Harriet is currently lauded as the best Faithful in the castle thanks to her crusade in banishing Hugo, but could this be a secret Traitor turning on a Traitor? She is also hiding the fact she once worked as a barrister from the…

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EastEnders airs horrific return for killer villain in nightmarish early BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2026-01-07T06:30:42.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
description: Spoiler warning for Wednesday 7th January 2026.
encoded: **Warning: Contains major spoilers for the Wednesday 7th January 2026 episode of EastEnders, available now on BBC iPlayer.** EastEnders has aired an ominous return for the late Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry) after his death on New Year's Day 2025 last year. The BBC One soap has tackled a dark revenge plot from a traumatised Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) and his mother Nicola (Laura Doddington) following Ravi Gulati's exploitation of Harry and his best friend Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho) last year, which ended with Harry being held prisoner, relapsing and then killing Tobias "Okie" Okyere (Aayan Ibikunle Shoderu) in self-defence and his dad Teddy (Roland Manookian) taking the fall for Okie's murder. To stop Harry from delivering a violent reprisal on Ravi (Aaron Thiara) – who escaped justice following his arrest for human trafficking by becoming an informant for the police on his criminal paymasters – Nicola plotted another revenge: spiking Ravi with hallucinogenic drugs and then being led into the Arches to be tormented by Harry. In Wednesday's episode, Ravi felt left out when partner Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy) and their children headed over to Ravi's stepmother Suki Panesar-Unwin's (Balvinder Sopal) house for an adoption agency assessment alongside her wife Eve Panesar-Unwin (Heather Peace). Ravi headed to Nicola's nightclub, Harry's Barn, and drank with a grieving Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker) before Nicola offered a free drink each for the pair, but Ravi's was spiked. As Ravi staggered out of the club, Harry led him away and steered him to the pit of the Arches and began taunting him until Harry's uncle Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) forced Harry to leave – unbeknownst to him that he had Ravi a prisoner in the pit. However, down in the dark shadows of the pit, Ravi began to experience hallucinations. As he stared into the darkness after screaming for help, Ravi heard the voice of his father, Nish, telling him that there would be no help for his son. …

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Waterloo Road confirms grooming storyline for season 17 involving a popular pupil and a new villain
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date: 2026-01-05T17:18:42.000Z
creator: Molly Moss
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: The storyline will see a new character abuse his position of power.
encoded: This article contains references to grooming that some readers may find distressing. Waterloo Road has announced a new grooming storyline for season 17 involving newcomer Anthony Wallace (Karl Davies). The upcoming storyline will see the character, who is set to join the series as the ex-husband of Nicky Walters (Kym Marsh) and the school’s football coach, abuse his position of power to exploit Portia Weever (Maisey Robinson). The team behind the BBC drama has worked with the NSPCC on the upcoming storyline to ensure that the issues are portrayed sensitively. Cameron Roach, Founder of Rope Ladder Fiction and Executive Producer for Waterloo Road said: "Waterloo Road has a strong tradition of highlighting difficult issues young people face. Portia, played by Maisey Robinson, has proven to be one of our most popular new characters, and our writing team felt she could portray a truth around this very difficult subject matter." He continued: "Working with the NSPCC and other experts in the field, we have been able to raise awareness of an important social issue, and demonstrate to young viewers that help, and support are always close at hand if needed.” Helen Westerman, NSPCC Strategic Service Manager for Local Campaigns, added “Child sexual abuse or exploitation can have lifelong effects on those who experience it, so it is vital that parents, carers and young people know how to identify when something might be wrong. "Having topics like grooming explored sensitively in flagship shows like Waterloo Road helps share important information with viewers and signpost to essential resources, like the NSPCC Helpline and Childline services, which are available to offer support around the clock.” The BBC has teased that the new season will follow new Deputy Darius (Jon Richardson) as he goes to great lengths to keep his power, while the arrival of excluded students and familiar faces causes chaos. "Love is in the air, and with prom and a wedding on the horizon, the teaching staf…

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