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items: Harry Potter and The Crown legends star in first look at "extraordinary" drama about real-life British water companies' sewage scandal
items: What to watch on streaming: today's picks from Netflix, Prime Video and more
items: Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins 2026 line-up – Meet the season 8 contestants
items: EastEnders icon confirmed to play daughter of Vera legend Brenda Blethyn in first look at glossy new remake of beloved drama
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items: Hollyoaks icon to exit soap in "explosive scenes" after star films final scenes 20 years after debut
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Harry Potter and The Crown legends star in first look at "extraordinary" drama about real-life British water companies' sewage scandal
type: item
date: 2026-01-15T19:00:10.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: News
description: Dirty Business stars David Thewlis, Jason Watkins and Asim Chaudhry.
encoded: Channel 4 has announced a brand-new factual drama, Dirty Business, which comes from the team behind the channel's 2023 hit Partygate. The new three-part series is based on a decade-long investigation into England’s water companies, telling the real stories of whistleblowers and victims who believe their lives have been destroyed after encountering sewage-polluted water. Alongside the announcement, a set of two first-look images have been unveiled, showing cast members David Thewlis (Harry Potter), Jason Watkins (The Crown) and Asim Chaudhry (Tinsel Town). The synopsis for the series reads: "Dirty Business follows the story of two unlikely detectives, who notice that the fish in the river running through their idyllic Oxfordshire hamlet are dying. They contact their water company to find out why, and the company’s strange and evasive reply sparks an investigation that remains ongoing to this day." Thewlis will be playing Ash, a concerned citizen, and former police detective in a small town in Oxfordshire, who notices that his local river is becoming increasingly polluted. Meanwhile, Watkins will play his neighbour Peter, a Professor of Computational Biology who uses his scientific rigour and investigative skills to establish that their local sewage works is not treating water correctly, frequently dumping raw, untreated sewage into local waterways. Chaudhry will play whistleblowing sewage plant worker Mickey, who partners with Ash and Peter to supply information on critical failures from the inside. The synopsis for the series continues: "Dirty Business also follows the true story of the Preen family, wracked by grief when their 8-year-old daughter Heather dies after contracting e-coli 0157. "Heather had been playing on a beach where days earlier a nearby storm pipe had discharged into the sea. The Preens believe Heather’s death was the result of her coming into contact with the raw sewage. "It also follows the story of young surfer Reuben who believes his chronic il…

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What to watch on streaming: today's picks from Netflix, Prime Video and more
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date: 2026-01-15T11:47:43.000Z
creator: Radio Times Staff
subject: Collections
subject: TV
subject: What to Watch
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: Apple TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Channel 4
subject: discovery+
subject: Disney Plus
subject: ITVX
subject: Netflix
subject: Paramount Plus
description: Looking for something to watch today on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV and more? Don't miss our experts' recommendations...
encoded: We can all feel a bit overwhelmed when looking for something to watch in the world of streaming, so if you're in need of some help, you've come to the right place. This week: Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent (Mia McKenna-Bruce) swaps cocktails and country houses for sinister secret societies when she and her bright young friends are plunged into a 1920s-set mystery in classic tale Agatha Christie's Seven Dials, adapted by Broadchurch and Doctor Who screenwriter Chris Chibnall. Helena Bonham Carter and Martin Freeman co-star. Over on NOW, ice hockey players are rivals on the rink but in a secret relationship off it in romantic drama Heated Rivalry that’s been a major hit in Canada. Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie play the sports stars. Idris Elba once again finds that travel is overrated when his business negotiator Sam Nelson discovers the Berlin underground is just as perilous as a trip by plane in Hijack season 2 on Apple TV. It’s destination mayhem when all hell breaks out on board. Meanwhile, Erin Doherty continues to set fire to the screen as pickpocket queen Mary Carr in Steven Knight’s corking Victorian drama A Thousand Blows on Disney+, which also features her Adolescence co-star Stephen Graham. For the film fans among you, there are plenty of new releases to entertain you this dark, wet January. You could try Nuremberg, a compelling drama about the courtroom trials of prominent Nazis starring Russell Crowe and Rami Malek; globe-trotting romcom People We Meet on Vacation; or Dead of Winter, which features Emma Thompson as a widow who stumbles across a kidnapping while travelling through the snowy wastes of Minnesota. There's no shortage of streaming options, and so to give you a bit of a hand, RadioTimes.com has collated some of the best new offerings: from Netflix and Disney Plus to Prime Video, BBC iPlayer and Apple TV, here are the latest highlights across the services. Whether it's a police procedural drama like NCIS: Origins, a reality show like Squid Game…

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Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins 2026 line-up – Meet the season 8 contestants
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date: 2026-01-14T12:33:20.000Z
creator: Phoebe Kowhai Barnes
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
description: Are they tough enough?
encoded: The current outing of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins has been brutal to say the least. The latest episode (12th January) saw the remaining recruits race up 27 flights to the top of a dam, after which they had to rappel 45 metres back down before free-falling into turbulent water. But this is Celebrity SAS, so that wasn't the end. The recruits then had to swim 40 metres to safety in under three minutes! This series is slightly different than some viewers may be used to, with the line-up being split into Team UK and Team Australia, with seven famous faces from each nation going head-to-head. Only four episodes in and five celebrities have already left the competition. The first to go was MAF's star Jessika Power from the Australian team followed by fellow Aussie Natalie Bassingthwaighte. They were shortly joined by Brits Jack Joseph and Cole Anderson-James whilst Home and Away star Axle Whitehead was forced to withdraw on medical grounds. Ahead of the next episode, who are these fateful celebs who have been drafted in? Read on for the full Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Win 2026 line-up. Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins 2026 line-up Team UK Dani Dyer Gabby Allen Jack Joseph - WITHDREW Cole Anderson-James - WITHDREW Ben Cohen Toby Olubi Graeme Swann Team Australia Jessika Power - WITHDREW Ryan Moloney Natalie Bassingthwaighte - WITHDREW Brad Hodge Emily Seebohm Mack Horton Axle Whitehead - SENT HOME ON MEDICAL GROUNDS Scroll down to find out more about this year's contestants. Dani Dyer Age: 28 Job: TV personality Instagram: @danidyerxx Dani Dyer is a British TV personality who rose to fame after appearing on, and winning, the 2018 season of Love Island. Since then, she has co-presented the MTV series True Love or True Lies alongside her father, acting legend Danny Dyer, as well as co-hosting a podcast called Sorted with the Dyers with him. On why she is taking part in the show, Dani said: "I’ve always been a massive fan of the show and I remember watching a series that Georgia …

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EastEnders icon confirmed to play daughter of Vera legend Brenda Blethyn in first look at glossy new remake of beloved drama
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date: 2026-01-14T11:00:11.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: A shocking betrayal by this key supporting character triggers a bold revenge play by Emma Harte (Brenda Blethyn).
encoded: Channel 4's new adaptation of iconic story A Woman of Substance has added another big name to its ensemble in the form of EastEnders alum Jo Joyner. Brenda Blethyn (Vera) stars in the upcoming eight-part series, which is based on Barbara Taylor Bradford's novel of the same name, taking the main role of Emma Harte; a woman who goes on a "rags to riches" journey over an extraordinary life. The role of Emma is shared between Blethyn and Jessica Reynolds (House of Guinness), who plays her at an earlier stage of her life. They fill the shoes of Deborah Kerr and Jenny Seagrove, who co-starred in Channel 4's prior adaptation in 1985. RadioTimes.com can exclusively confirm that Stay Close and Ackley Bridge star Joyner will play Elizabeth Harte Ainsley in the new series; the eventual daughter of Emma, who shockingly deceives her mother in a betrayal of trust. The incident prompts Emma to take revenge on those she considers to be traitors – and suffice it to say, Elizabeth falls firmly into that group. Here's a first look at Joyner in the role, courtesy of Channel 4: <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/01/JoJoyner-AWomanofSubstance-08968dc.jpg" width="4500" height="3000" alt="Jo Joyner stars in A Woman of Substance; she is seen here in a house, where a party is being thrown. There are balloons behind her and a pink cake on a table in front of her. Despite the surroundings, she looks unhappy and angry at someone" title="Jo_Joyner_-_A_Woman_of_Substance" /> Over the course of the series, we'll see Emma go from an impoverished, ambitious maid in 1911 to the world's richest woman several decades later, having defied expectations and shattered glass ceilings along the way. "Her masterplan: Get to the top. Whatever it takes," teases the synopsis. A Woman of Substance's large cast also includes Emmett J Scanlan (Mobland), Lydia Leonard (Wolf Hall: The Mirror and The Light), Will Mellor (Mr Bates vs the Post Office), Lenny Rush (Am I Being Unreas…

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Lorraine Kelly reveals why you won't see her naked in a sauna for Norwegian Odyssey: "Nobody wanted to see that from me"
type: item
date: 2026-01-14T08:00:24.000Z
creator: Ed Grenby
subject: Documentaries
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: Interview
subject: Magazine
description: The TV star is making the most of what Norway has to offer in her new Channel 4 series.
encoded: This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. “There are a lot of similarities with Scotland,” says Lorraine Kelly after visiting Norway for her new travelogue. The Glasgow-born presenter should know thanks to her background, and also because her Norwegian Odyssey for Channel 4 involved multiple trips, in both winter and summer, and her advice is unequivocal: “It’s expensive – I’d say that to anybody who’s thinking of going there – but my goodness me, it’s well worth it.” So what was the highlight of your trip, Lorraine? The Northern Lights were unbelievable. I’ve tried to see them before, in Sweden, Finland and Orkney, and never had any luck. In fact, when I was in Sweden, staying at the Ice Hotel, people were able to see them in Dundee but we saw nothing! So I was desperate to see them in Norway, but we only had a three-day window. Then suddenly we saw this wall of green with a sort of pink tinge. The whole sky was green, with this light going right back over our heads, like a kind of green rainbow. So famous people get a special performance, huh? Well, obviously, of course! But no, we were just incredibly lucky. Even Tom, our “aurora hunter” – that’s his actual job – said, “Wow, this is spectacular!”, so we knew we were seeing something special. Where were you? We were just out beyond Nordkapp, which is a cape at the very top of Norway. And we were on a Hurtigruten ship – one of those that you can cruise on for a holiday, but they’re also working vessels, which connect all the little towns along the fjords. They’re the best way to get around, because the coastline is so rugged and looks like animals have chewed bits off the edges. You’re right in the middle of things, too, and you see so much: we saw orcas, sea eagles, everything. You sailed into Hjørundfjord, too – which locals say is the most beautiful fjord in the world. Are they right? Oh, that was really something. The ship goes right in up this narrow fjord, and the captain then has to turn it around…

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Hollyoaks icon to exit soap in "explosive scenes" after star films final scenes 20 years after debut
type: item
date: 2026-01-13T14:14:39.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Hollyoaks
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: News
description: The character is a member of the soap's most iconic family.
encoded: A major soap exit is on the way – as Hollyoaks' John Paul McQueen (James Sutton) has reportedly filmed his final scenes after two decades in the role. The character first arrived in September 2006, and has been at the centre of several huge storylines during that time – from his highly-acclaimed relationship with Craig Dean (Guy Burnet) to his addiction battle and discovering that trans headteacher Sally St Claire (Annie Wallace) was his estranged parent. Upcoming scenes will see him struggle at work when wayward Ant Hutchinson (Brook Debio) causes yet another incident, and he's forced to call in the police. This leads to him to attend an addiction support group, where he opens up about his past domestic abuse at the hands of PC George Kiss (Callum Kerr). A source has told The Sun that Sutton's exit will be "explosive", in true Hollyoaks fashion. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/12/6660-CHRISTMAS-AT-THE-MCQUEENS-Theresa-Warren-Mercedes-Prince-John-Paul-Dodger-EMBARGOED-UNTIL-9TH-DECEMBER-LimePictures-27-af8e68a.jpg" width="4880" height="3253" alt="John Paul, Theresa, Mercedes and Price pose on the McQueen sofa wearing onesies on Christmas Day in a shot from Hollyoaks" title="6660 CHRISTMAS AT THE MCQUEENS - Theresa, Warren, Mercedes, Prince, John Paul, Dodger, - EMBARGOED UNTIL 9TH DECEMBER @LimePictures (27)" /> “[Sutton has] been a huge part of the show for the last 20 years and everyone is sad to see him go. But these things happen and it’s going to be an explosive exit," they explained. RadioTimes.com has contacted a Hollyoaks spokesperson for comment. This isn't the first time that Sutton has exited the Channel 4 soap. He initially departed in 2008, taking a four year break in which he portrayed Ryan Lamb in Emmerdale. After a five year stint, he took another two year break before returning for guest appearances in 2019 and a full time return the following year. The actor is set to continue with his podcast, Male Mind Ma…

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What channel is Senegal v Egypt AFCON 2025 semi-final on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-13T12:22:35.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Senegal v Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Senegal face Egypt in a blockbuster Africa Cup of Nations semi-final showdown in a straight shootout to reach the showpiece match. 2021 champions Senegal have been launched into contention thanks to contributions from Nicolas Jackson, Cherif Ndiaye and Pape Gueye and are favourites to progress. Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has netted four goals for Egypt on their path to the final four and he will be determined to finally lift the trophy following two final defeats in 2017 and 2021 – the latter at the hands of Senegal. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Senegal v Egypt 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 Senegal v Egypt? Senegal v Egypt will take place on Wednesday 14th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Senegal v Egypt kick-off time Senegal v Egypt will kick off at 5pm. What TV channel is Senegal v Egypt on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on E4. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Senegal v Egypt online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Senegal v Egypt on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Senegal v Egypt odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Senegal (11/10) Draw (19/10) Egypt (16/5)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qua…

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What channel is Nigeria v Morocco AFCON 2025 semi-final on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
type: item
date: 2026-01-13T12:21:37.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Nigeria v Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Morocco face Nigeria in a mouthwatering Africa Cup of Nations showdown in Rabat. Hosts Morocco will be backed by a partisan home crowd in their bid to win the competition for the first time since 1976. Brahim Diaz is the current top scorer for the competition with five strikes to his name. Nigeria have powered into the final four thanks to goals from Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman and are the current highest-scoring team in this edition of the tournament. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Nigeria v Morocco 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 Nigeria v Morocco? Nigeria v Morocco will take place on Wednesday 14th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Nigeria v Morocco kick-off time Nigeria v Morocco will kick off at 8pm. What TV channel is Nigeria v Morocco on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on E4. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Nigeria v Morocco online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Nigeria v Morocco on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Nigeria v Morocco odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Nigeria (11/4) Draw (2/1) Morocco (6/5)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment me…

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5 Hollyoaks spoilers next week: Brookside reunion for troubled Donny Clark as Lucas Hay spirals
type: item
date: 2026-01-13T00:01:13.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Hollyoaks
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
description: John Paul has a bad day at work, Sienna is suspicious of Tinhead and Cleo is struggling.
encoded: With nowhere else to turn, Gemma Johnson (Tisha Merry) hopes that a trip down memory lane will be just the ticket for her troubled father Donny Clark (Louis Emerick) in Hollyoaks next week. Partner Misbah Maalik (Harvey Virdi) is struggling to find a way to move forward following his destructive behaviour at Christmas, but is pleased to see him with a smile on his face after making a Mick Johnson special pizza for old Brookside mates Tinhead (Philip Olivier) and Sinbad (Michael Starke) next week. Meanwhile, Tinhead is ruffling feathers for Sienna Blake (Anna Passey) - who is convinced that he's stalking her family - and there's worrying times ahead for Cleo (Nadine Mulkerrin) and John Paul McQueen (James Sutton). Elsewhere, Ste Hay (Kieron Richardson) comes face-to-face with son Lucas (Oscar Curtis), who demands to know more about his affair with Dillon Ray (Nathaniel Dass). Here's a look at everything happening in Hollyoaks between Monday 19th and Wednesday 21st January 2026. 5 Hollyoaks spoilers for next week 1. Sienna Blake is suspicious of Tinhead <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/01/HO-EP-6668-SIENNA-TINHEAD-LIBERTY-STRICTLY-EMBARGOED-UNTIL-TUESDAY-6TH-JAN--LIME-PICTURES-2f2e32d.jpg" width="5765" height="3843" alt="Tinhead, in a burgundy jumper and black jacket, stands in the centre of Liberty Savage, in a green jacket, blue dress and green beret and Sienna Blake, who is wearing a long yellow raincoat in Hollyoaks." title="HO EP 6668 SIENNA, TINHEAD, LIBERTY - STRICTLY EMBARGOED UNTIL TUESDAY 6TH JAN @ LIME PICTURES" /> Having heard someone lurking around Jez's allotment, Sienna is adamant that they're out to get her family and rushes home to warn them. Liberty isn't interested, and instead tells her to confide in Cleo about her recent struggles instead. As she heads out, she spots Tinhead's van as the same one that was spotted darting away from the shed the previous night. Is he responsible? <img src="https://images.imme…

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Africa Cup of Nations 2025 on TV: Schedule, AFCON coverage and live stream details
type: item
date: 2026-01-10T12:20:23.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
description: Your complete guide to Africa Cup of Nations 2025 on TV.
encoded: The Africa Cup of Nations is approaching the business end of the tournament with the semi-finals on the horizon. All 52 matches during the tournament will be shown across platforms provided by the free-to-air broadcaster, Channel 4. Mohamed Salah and Amad Diallo are among the Premier League stars still going strong in the competition as we approach the final four. The tournament was originally due to be staged in Guinea but they were stripped of the honour following inadequate preparations. Ivory Coast entered the competition as reigning champions after Sebastien Haller netted a dramatic winner in a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the final of the 2023 edition, held in 2024. RadioTimes.com brings you all the details of Africa Cup of Nations 2025 coverage across free-to-air TV this winter. Africa Cup of Nations 2025 on TV and live stream Every match at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 will be broadcast across free-to-air Channel 4 platforms. Of course, every moment will also be available to watch via Channel 4 Streaming and the Channel 4 Sport YouTube channel via a range of devices including laptops, smart TVs, tablets and smartphones. Africa Cup of Nations 2025 TV schedule All UK time. Subject to change. Quarter-finals 10th January 2026 Algeria v Nigeria (4pm) E4 Egypt v Ivory Coast (7pm) E4 Semi-finals 14th January 2026 Senegal v TBC (5pm) E4 Morocco v TBC (8pm) E4 Third-place play-off 17th January 2026 TBC v TBC (4pm) E4 Final 18th January 2026 TBC v TBC (7pm) E4 Check out more of our Sport 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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What channel is Algeria v Nigeria AFCON 2025 quarter-final on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
type: item
date: 2026-01-09T15:00:42.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Algeria v Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Algeria and Nigeria go head to head in an Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final showdown between two sides who have each shown enough quality to suggest they could go all the way. The Round of 16 saw Algeria grind out a gritty extra-time victory over DR Congo in Rabat, while Nigeria demolished Mozambique 4-0 in Fez to book their place in the final eight. Both teams won their respective groups with three wins from three and will relish the opportunity to dump a contender out of the race as the competition heats up. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Algeria v Nigeria 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 Algeria v Nigeria? Algeria v Nigeria will take place on Saturday 10th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Algeria v Nigeria kick-off time Algeria v Nigeria will kick off at 4pm. What TV channel is Algeria v Nigeria on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on E4 from 3:30pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Algeria v Nigeria online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Algeria v Nigeria on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Algeria v Nigeria odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Algeria (9/4) Draw (15/8) Nigeria (31/20)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement o…

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What channel is Egypt v Ivory Coast AFCON 2025 quarter-final on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
type: item
date: 2026-01-09T14:30:39.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Egypt v Ivory Coast in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Egypt and Ivory Coast arrive in Agadir in excellent shape as they seek to progress through the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals. Mohamed Salah has netted in three consecutive games for Egypt during this tournament and will be determined to spearhead another charge towards the trophy. Ivory Coast, buoyed by a blossoming number of Premier League stars, will hope to keep their run going with Man Utd star Amad Diallo scoring three and creating one assist in the competition so far. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Egypt v Ivory Coast 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 Egypt v Ivory Coast? Egypt v Ivory Coast will take place on Saturday 10th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Egypt v Ivory Coast kick-off time Egypt v Ivory Coast will kick off at 7pm. What TV channel is Egypt v Ivory Coast on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on E4 from 6:30pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Egypt v Ivory Coast online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Egypt v Ivory Coast on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Egypt v Ivory Coast odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Egypt (5/2) Draw (7/4) Ivory Coast (29/20)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to val…

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What channel is Cameroon v Morocco AFCON 2025 quarter-final on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-09T09:00:40.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Cameroon v Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Africa Cup of Nations 2025 hosts Morocco take on Cameroon in Rabat on Friday – with a spot in the semi-finals on the line. The North African side have been tipped as the favourites to lift the trophy later this month and moved one step closer to a first AFCON title since 1976 by beating Tanzania 1-0 to book their place in the quarter-finals. Cameroon lie in wait for Morocco in what promises to be a blockbuster knockout tie and perhaps the game of the tournament so far. The Indomitable Lions, five-time AFCON winners, are not as strong as in past years but showed their quality to down South Africa 2-1 in the round of 16. Both teams head into the quarter-final clash unbeaten but only one can progress to the last four, with the other set for heartbreak. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Cameroon v Morocco 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 Cameroon v Morocco? Cameroon v Morocco will take place on Friday 9th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Cameroon v Morocco kick-off time Cameroon v Morocco will kick off at 7pm. What TV channel is Cameroon v Morocco on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on E4 from 6:30pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Cameroon v Morocco online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Cameroon v Morocco on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Cameroon v Morocco odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Cameroon (6/1) Draw …

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What channel is Mali v Senegal AFCON 2025 quarter-final on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-09T08:00:40.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Mali v Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Mali and Senegal meet in Tangier on Friday to kick off the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025. The Lions of Teranga remain unbeaten in the tournament after proving too good for Sudan in the round of 16. Sadio Mane and co. survived an early scare to win 3-1 and move one step closer to a second AFCON triumph. Mali may feel that fate is on their side after a dramatic victory over Tunisia in the last 16. Lassine Sinayoko converted a 96th-minute equaliser from the penalty spot and the Eagles would go on to win the game via a shootout. Tom Saintfiet's side now look to spring an upset against their West African neighbours as they hunt their first AFCON semi-final since 2013. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Mali v Senegal 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 Mali v Senegal? Mali v Senegal will take place on Friday 9th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Mali v Senegal kick-off time Mali v Senegal will kick off at 4pm. What TV channel is Mali v Senegal on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on E4 from 3:30pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Mali v Senegal online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Mali v Senegal on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Mali v Senegal odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Mali (11/2) Draw (13/5) Senegal (8/13)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in F…

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From EastEnders to Coronation Street: Which soap star has racked up the most appearances?
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date: 2026-01-09T07:00:04.000Z
creator: Ifra Khan
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Channel 4
subject: ITV
description: Who comes up trumps as we kick off 2026, and who could move further up the top 10?
encoded: With a collective 188 years on air, and a whopping 36,181 episodes, it's no surprise that the soap stars of Coronation Street, Emmerdale, EastEnders and Hollyoaks have become household names. Let's face it, the shows air that frequently that we probably spend more time in the characters' company each week than that of our friends. It goes without saying that Corrie legend William Roache, who has played Ken Barlow since episode one on 9th December 1960 should definitely be up there with the most appearances across the board. But given the ITV soap didn't introduce a third weekly episode until 29 years later 1989, how does he compare with the EastEnders titans, who added their third episode just 9 years into the serial's run? And how do the actors compare with their co-stars? Luckily, RadioTimes.com has done some digging and has all the details. Coronation Street characters episode count With 11,771 episodes to its name, Coronation Street is the longest-running television soap opera in the world. In 2020, Roache was recognised as being the actor to have appeared the longest in one continuous role. But given his episode count has dwindled in recent years, could another character eventually pip Ken to the post? 1. William Roache as Ken Barlow, 4924 episodes since 1960 2. Helen Worth as Gail Chadwick, 4606 episodes between 1974 and 2025 3. Barbara Knox as Rita Tanner, 3983 episodes since 1964 4. Sally Dynevor as Sally Metcalfe, 3934 episodes since 1986 5. Simon Gregson as Steve McDonald, 3828 episodes since 1989 6. Michael Le Vell as Kevin Webster, 3867 episodes since 1983 7. Sue Nicholls as Audrey Roberts, 3456 episodes since 1979 8. Anne Kirkbride as Deirdre Barlow, 3346 episodes between 1972 and 2014 9. Eileen Derbyshire as Emily Bishop, 3303 episodes between 1961 and 2019 10. Thomas Ormson and Jack P Shepherd as David Platt, 3194 episodes since 1990 (Ormson - 364 episodes, Shepherd - 2820 episodes) Emmerdale characters episode count While Chris Chittell has played Po…

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Taskmaster season 21 A-list star explains why he signed up – and the former contestant who made it happen
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date: 2026-01-07T18:12:35.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: News
description: "I've been trying to do it for a long time."
encoded: Taskmaster is returning with another eclectic cast of contestants later this year, including one from across the pond. Silicon Valley and Eternals star Kumail Nanjiani is possibly the most eye-catching name on an impressive season 21 line-up that also includes Amy Gledhill, Armando Iannucci, Joanna Page and Joel Dommett. For Taskmaster viewers, Nanjiani's signing is huge and fans have been speculating how the Oscar nominee came to join the Channel 4 entertainment show. And he has now revealed that he has one former cast member to thank for helping him land the gig... Speaking to Vulture, Nanjiani explained that season 1 contestant – and the show's official task consultant – Tim Key got the ball rolling after the pair met. Nanjiani recalled that he had invited another former Taskmaster contestant, James Acaster, to a party at his house, and he brought Key with him. Nanjiani told Key how much he loved the show – after discovering it in 2018 through Acaster's season – and how badly he wanted to take part. From that, it was a quick text from Key to Alex Horne and the rest is history! Watch the full clip below: View oEmbed on the source website Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google "We [Nanjiani and wife Emily V Gordon] have been fans for a long time, I think season 7 was coming out then," he said of his love of the show. "I've been trying to do it for a long time." He added of filming: "It was great. It was so fun. And I really loved our group. Like truly, genuinely, we all fell in love. It was joyful." Find out more about the Taskmaster season 21 line-up in the video below: View Green Video on the source website Nanjiani isn't the first US-based star to appear on Taskmaster, with Jason Mantzoukas – who was also a huge fan of the show – memorably appearing on season 19. Mantzoukas told Collider last year: "I was a fan to the degree that I was like, 'Oh, I'm such a fan of this!' Not just like, 'I'm enjoying it', but like that kind of fandom that's like, 'I want…

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Hollyoaks stars reveal dramatic reunion for Ste Hay and 'dead' husband James Nightingale
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date: 2026-01-07T13:51:26.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Hollyoaks
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: News
description: Kieron Richardson and Greg Finnegan talk James's return.
encoded: It was the twist nobody saw coming – during Hollyoaks' 30th Anniversary celebrations last year, James Nightingale (Greg Finnegan) was shown to be very much alive despite dying in a car explosion. His initial exit coincided with the Channel 4 soap's cost-cutting measures, with five, 30-minute episodes per week reduced to just three, 20-minute episodes. That meant that swathes of village favourites had to leave, and James was unfortunately one of those casualties. The following week, as the drama sky-rocketed one year into the future, his husband Ste Hay (Kieron Richardson) was still in a coma after the incident and after waking, refused to believe that his beloved had perished. We even saw the rest of the Hay-Lomax clan paying tribute at James's grave. However, it later transpired that he had seemingly survived, and blackmailed Darren Osborne (Ashley Taylor-Dawson) into not saying anything. Peri Lomax (Ruby O'Donnell) spotted them together, though died in a plane crash before she could reveal all. In today's episode, Ste initially thought he was hallucinating his hubby after being poisoned by twisted son Lucas (Oscar Curtis). James quickly realised that Ste was unwell, and called an ambulance. However, when Rex Gallagher (Jonny Labey) arrived, he fled the scene – but not before telling Ste how much he loves him. Later, with Ste recovering at home, James paid him another visit and explained that the reason he fled the village was because he believed he was in love with Rex, and that they had no future together. His fugitive son Romeo (Owen Warner) was also in need of help. Overwhelmed with anger and emotion, Ste pondered whether he could ever forgive James for putting him through so much turmoil. Speaking of the upcoming story, Richardson teased: ‘Talk about timing for James’s return. It’s New Year, which normally means fresh starts but for these two we have to go back… “Ste has to get over the shock of James returning initially but then there is also everything that …

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Channel 4 records its biggest Christmas week on linear TV in over a decade for 2025
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date: 2026-01-07T09:00:53.000Z
creator: Molly Moss
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: Christmas
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: The broadcaster recorded bigger year-on-year linear and streaming growth than the BBC and ITV, according to BARB.
encoded: It was a strong Christmas for Channel 4 on linear TV, new data has revealed. According to data from BARB, the TV ratings agency, the broadcaster recorded its biggest Christmas week on linear TV since 2012. Channel 4 also recorded bigger year-on-year linear growth (9%) than BBC One (-17%), BBC Two (+3%), ITV1 (+2%) and 5 (+7%), per the data. This was in addition to achieving bigger year-on-year streaming growth than its rival broadcasters, with Channel 4’s streaming viewer minutes growing 48% year on year for the Christmas week – ahead of the BBC (-21%), Sky (-12%), 5 (+20%) and ITV (+16%). Across December, Channel 4 streaming viewer minutes among people aged 16-34 were up 13% year on year, boosted by coverage of the Africa Cup of Nations. A number of hit Channel 4 shows helped to drive this growth, including Big Fat Quiz of the Year, 24 Hours in Police Custody, The Great British Bake Off’s festive specials and Taskmaster Champion of Champions. It comes after Channel 4 recently emerged as the fastest-growing streaming platform, with the broadcaster’s streaming viewer minutes growing 36% year-on-year in September. Across the month, viewer minutes totalled more than 6 billion – a record for the broadcaster. Read more: Channel 4 announces free-to-view content from new UKTV deal – including The Office and Spooks Taskmaster unveils cast for season 21 including Gavin & Stacey icon Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Channel 4 announces free-to-view content from new UKTV deal – including The Office and Spooks
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date: 2026-01-06T14:48:41.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: News
description: Not Going Out and Bergerac are also among the shows included in the deal.
encoded: After UKTV and Channel 4 announced a deal last October to share content, a selection of shows from UKTV's U streaming service are now available to stream on the Channel 4 platform. Shows available now include both UKTV originals such as Bergerac, Outrageous and The Marlow Murder Club, as well as BBC classics such as The Office, Spooks and Not Going Out. Other shows featured include Red Dwarf, QI XL, Would I Lie To You?, Birds of a Feather, Have I Got A Bit More News For You, Mock The Week, Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable, MasterChef Australia, Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over, Big Zuu’s Big Eats, David Mitchell’s Outsiders, Pete Wicks: For Dogs' Sake, State of Play, Whitstable Pearl and The Chelsea Detective. The deal is said to be in service of "enhancing viewer choice and convenience, while ensuring fans can enjoy hit series and discover new ones in one place". Jonathan Allan, Interim CEO of Channel 4 said: "Bringing UKTV’s much-loved shows together with Channel 4’s award-winning programmes means more fantastic choice for everyone. Viewers can expect us to continue making it easier to enjoy the programmes they love." Meanwhile, Marcus Arthur, CEO of UKTV said: "With our U service now also available on Channel 4 streaming, UKTV’s popular and award-winning shows can reach new audiences and Channel 4 viewers get even more choice. It’s the perfect partnership, built on putting viewers first." In 2024, Channel 4 announced a plan to become a "genuinely digital-first public service streamer" by 2030. The strategy had three pillars, with the first being digital growth and transformation, the second being diversified new businesses and the third being reengineering the business for a digital-first world. This isn't the first deal of this kind to be done – Disney Plus and ITVX currently have an ongoing content sharing deal, with dramas such as Red Eye and Why Didn't They Ask Evans? available on Disney, while series such as Hawkeye and High Potential are available on ITVX. Visit our TV …

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What channel is Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso AFCON 2025 match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-06T09:00:18.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: West African neignbours Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso will scrap it out for the final spot in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals when they meet on Tuesday evening. The reigning champions have made an unbeaten start to their title defence and topped Group F after going unbeaten through their three games, with a 1-1 draw against Cameroon bookended by narrow victories over Mozambique and Gabon. Six points was enough for second place behind Algeria in Group E for Burkina Faso, whose defensive solidity and industry should suit knockout football. As they showed in their opener against Equatorial Guinea, when they scored twice in stoppage time to come from behind and win 2-1, the Stallions just do not know when they're beaten – a trait that could prove very useful at the business end of the tournament. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso 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 Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso? Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso will take place on Tuesday 6th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso kick-off time Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso will kick off at 7pm. What TV channel is Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on 4Seven from 6:55pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Ivory Coast v Burkina Faso odds In working p…

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What channel is Algeria v DR Congo AFCON 2025 match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-06T08:30:04.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Algeria v DR Congo in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: A place in the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 will be on the line when Algeria and DR Congo face off on Tuesday. The Desert Warriors, led by captain and talisman Riyad Mahrez, won three from three to storm into the knockout stages as the Group E winners. Algeria are among the teams tipped to go all the way and add a third AFCON crown to their 2019 and 1990 titles later this month. Before they can start dreaming of silverware, the North African outfit will need to do what no team has yet done this tournament and defeat DR Congo. The Leopards, two-time AFCON winners themselves, went unbeaten in Group D, only finishing second to Senegal on goal difference and could be a real danger in the knockout stages given their threat on the break. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Algeria v DR Congo 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 Algeria v DR Congo? Algeria v DR Congo will take place on Tuesday 6th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Algeria v DR Congo kick-off time Algeria v DR Congo will kick off at 4pm. What TV channel is Algeria v DR Congo on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on 4Seven from 3:55pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Algeria v DR Congo online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Algeria v DR Congo on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Algeria v DR Congo odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Algeria (1/1)…

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The Great Pottery Throw Down 2026 line-up: Confirmed contestants
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date: 2026-01-05T17:02:15.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
description: Meet the new contestants hoping to sculpt their way to the final.
encoded: The Great Pottery Thrown Down returned for its ninth season over the weekend, introducing fans to 12 talented potters all of whom are vying for the chance to be named Britain's Best Home Potter. This weekend (11th January), the potters will be put through their paces as they create a statement pair of book ends and face a surprise brickmaking challenge. Siobhán McSweeney returns as host once more with regular ceramics superstar judges Keith Brymer Jones and Rich Miller. So, who are the potters taking part in The Great Pottery Throw Down? Scroll down to find out more! The Great Pottery Throw Down 2026 line-up Andrew Angharad Bill Elham Emily Fynn Kayleigh Kaz Mark Naveed Olympia Whitney Read on to find out more about this year's cast. Andrew Age: 48 Location: Hampshire Job: English teacher Andrew teaches English in a secondary school in London and in his spare time enjoys gardening, painting and sewing, even making his own suit for his wedding. He started potting when a friend invited him along to an evening class, and has been throwing clay for 18 years ever since! Andrew enjoys making functional items and often makes gifts for his students. Angharad Age: 34 Location: Bridgend Job: Communication support worker Angharad used to work in the wig and makeup department in London's West End and around the UK before moving back home to Wales in 2018. She now works as a communication support worker, currently assisting her mum who is the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager for a cancer charity. Angharad first got her hands on clay during a school trip to a museum but came back to it properly seven years ago when she took a hand-building course. She enjoys making illustrative pieces with lots of colour. Bill Age: 33 Location: Herefordshire Job: Volunteer teaching assistant Bill has dyslexia, dyspraxia and autism and enjoys living in a quiet, relaxed area. He was introduced to clay when he was young by his grandmother who loved sculpting animals. Elham Age: 31 Location:…

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David Baddiel explains why he's pushing back on cat stereotypes in new show with Ricky Gervais and Jonathan Ross
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date: 2026-01-05T17:00:20.000Z
creator: Gabriel Tate
subject: Documentaries
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: Interview
subject: Magazine
description: From his three pet cats to Three Lions, the comedian is a feline-obsessive.
encoded: This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. What’s the view from your sofa? We’ve got quite a big sofa, in front of the telly and a gas fire. Normally there are two or three cats on or around it and a mix of family. I like to decide what to watch around 8pm. If we leave it to half nine, I’ll be falling asleep, as will my wife [writer Morwenna Banks], and the kids will be FaceTiming friends. Do you agree on what to watch together? She won’t thank me for mentioning this, because it sounds a bit self-indulgent, but Morwenna has showrun Down Cemetery Road [the Apple TV thriller starring Emma Thompson] and likes us all to watch it together. That can be quite complicated, because if we start talking, she’s like, “Shhh, this is a good bit!” My son Ezra and I watch football together, and my daughter Dolly and I recently watched Severance with Frank Skinner, who lives on the same street. Morwenna and I are keener on documentaries. You’ve also written a new TV drama? Yeah, I love storytelling and I really enjoyed writing Hunting Alice Bell [an upcoming C4 thriller], which is about four women who are mistaken for being the lover of a notorious serial killer and come out fighting against the mob. It’s a metaphor for the disinformation and madness we’re seeing now and also a fairly low-budget thriller, so seeing a helicopter blow up on Down Cemetery Road stirred some complicated feelings. Do your cats watch telly? Tiger really likes telly, although Ron and Zelda are less bothered. Tiger loves sport and sometimes music, especially the Bee Gees. They’re all from the same mum, but we gave Zelda to my parents as a kitten. When my dad got dementia and my mum died, Zelda was mainly living in the garden. By the time she came back to us, it wasn’t like Long Lost Family, unless Long Lost Family had an episode where someone spat and hissed at their new mum. Zelda [pictured above] is very high maintenance, Tiger loves you unconditionally and Ron is a weirdo, although he’s become m…

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Hollyoaks and Brookside to crossover again as three legendary characters arrive in the village
type: item
date: 2026-01-05T16:00:30.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Hollyoaks
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: News
description: The returns were confirmed in the 2026 trailer.
encoded: The worlds of Hollyoaks and Brookside are set to combine once again, as fan-favourite Tim 'Tinhead' O'Leary swans into the village - and into one resident's bed! He's not alone, as sister-in-law Nikki Shadwick (Suzanne Collins) strikes up a friendship with Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe), and Thomas 'Sinbad' Sweeney (Michael Starke) is also roaming the Chester streets in his black cab. Cheeky chappy Tin' made his first appearance on the now defunct Channel 4 soap in 1996, before becoming a resident of the cul de sac the following year. He would continue to appear until the final episode in November 2003. During his time on the show he caused a near-fatal accident that almost killed his sister Melanie (Elizabeth Lovelady), found an unlikely mate in Sinbad and turned to a life of crime, which saw the death of wife Emily (Jennifer Ellison) in a botched robbery. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/01/Tinhead-Liberty-Sienna-LimePictures-6d5ee3d.jpg" width="5796" height="3864" alt="Tinhead, in a burgundy jumper and black jacket, stands in the centre of Liberty Savage, in a green jacket, blue dress and green beret and Sienna Blake, who is wearing a long yellow raincoat in Hollyoaks." title="Tinhead - Liberty - Sienna @LimePictures" /> So beloved, actor Philip Olivier was selected as one of a few former Brookie actors to reprise their roles in a special crossover edition of Hollyoaks. He shared scenes with Collins as Nikki, who first joined the cast in 1998. The instalment, which aired as part of 'Oaks's 30th Anniversary celebrations, came into fruition as a result of the two soaps being created by Sir Phil Redmond. At the conclusion of the episode, Tinhead batted his eyelashes at troubled Marie Fielding (Rita Simons), who had bought a house on the famed Liverpudlian housing estate. Starke played Sinbad across two stints between 1984 and 2000, first arriving in Hollyoaks as taxi driver 'Benny' in 2021. No explanation was given for …

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26 TV dramas you must watch in winter 2026 - from Game of Thrones spin-off to hit US medical drama
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date: 2026-01-05T11:00:27.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Channel 4
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: ITV
subject: Magazine
subject: Netflix
subject: NOW
subject: Paramount Plus
description: We have both new and returning dramas on our watchlist...
encoded: It's a new year, and with it, 2026 brings a whole heap of new dramas to enjoy. On top of returning BBC favourites such as Call the Midwife, Death in Paradise, Professor T and Silent Witness, we can also welcome some top-notch HBO dramas in the form of Industry and Game of Thrones spin-off A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Elsewhere, other new offerings include ITV drama The Lady and Netflix's new mystery series Agatha Christie's Seven Dials. We already know which ones we can't wait to dive into. So, without further ado, here are the 26 TV dramas you need to watch this winter, according to the Radio Times team... 26 TV dramas you must watch in winter 2026 – from Game of Thrones spin-off to hit US medical drama 1. Agatha Christie's Seven Dials - Netflix (15th January 2026) Based on one of Agatha Christie’s lesser-known novels, this Netflix three-parter stars BAFTA winner Mia McKenna-Bruce as amateur sleuth Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent, who investigates the death of a young man after a prank goes horribly wrong. Helena Bonham Carter and Martin Freeman join her on screen, with a script penned by Broadchurch and Doctor Who writer Chris Chibnall. Abby Robinson 2. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - Sky Atlantic and NOW (19th January 2026) Game of Thrones goes granular in this smaller-scale spin-off, which follows a lowly knight aiming for gold and glory at a tournament. Familiar faces like Bertie Carvel and Daniel Ings turn up as nobles, but scrappy lead characters Ser Duncan and Squire Egg are played by newcomers Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell. Huw Fullerton 3. Under Salt Marsh - Sky Atlantic and NOW (29th January 2026) Hot off America’s most popular drama, Yellowstone, Kelly Reilly leads the cast in this high-end whodunnit/police procedural, which, refreshingly, is not based on a novel or podcast. In a Welsh coastal village, the mother-of-all-storms is gathering as the body of a child is discovered, which plunges disgraced former police detective Jackie into a maelstrom o…

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What channel is Nigeria v Mozambique AFCON 2025 match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-05T10:00:15.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Nigeria v Mozambique in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Mozambique will be out to spring an upset when they face Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Last 16 on Monday evening. The Mambas are into the knockout stages of the tournament for the first time after finishing third behind Ivory Coast and Cameroon in Group F. The odds are stacked against them in Fez on Monday as they take on one of the favourites to win AFCON. Nigeria have lived up to their pre-tournament billing so far, winning three from three and scoring eight times as they topped Group C. An attacking unit that includes Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen, and Alex Iwobi is among the very best at AFCON and will take some stopping. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Nigeria v Mozambique 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 Nigeria v Mozambique? Nigeria v Mozambique will take place on Monday 5th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Nigeria v Mozambique kick-off time Nigeria v Mozambique will kick off at 7pm. What TV channel is Nigeria v Mozambique on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on 4Seven from 6:55pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Nigeria v Mozambique online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Nigeria v Mozambique on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Nigeria v Mozambique odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Nigeria (4/11) Draw (7/2) Mozambique (9/1)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet…

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What channel is Egypt v Benin AFCON 2025 match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-05T09:00:33.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Egypt v Benin in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Egypt take on Benin in the Last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 on Monday. The Pharaohs have made an unbeaten start to the tournament and booked their place in the knockout stages after finishing top of Group B. Mohamed Salah is searching for his first AFCON success and has come up with the goods already, scoring winners in both Egypt's group stage victories. The next team standing in Salah's way are Benin, who have qualified for the knockouts as one of the best third-placed sides. The odds are against the Cheetahs but a victory would see them equal their best AFCON performance by reaching the Quarter-Finals. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Egypt v Benin 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 Egypt v Benin? Egypt v Benin will take place on Monday 5th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Egypt v Benin kick-off time Egypt v Benin will kick off at 4pm. What TV channel is Egypt v Benin on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on 4Seven from 3:55pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Egypt v Benin online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Egypt v Benin on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Egypt v Benin odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Egypt (12/25) Draw (16/5) Benin (6/1)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets ar…

Neighbours star Ryan Moloney opens up on ADHD in tough Celebrity SAS interrogation
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date: 2026-01-04T22:00:46.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: Channel 4
subject: News
description: Moloney was one of the first celebrity recruits to be pulled into an interrogation.
encoded: Neighbours star Ryan Moloney made an emotional admission about his ADHD during tonight's episode of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. The actor, best known for his role as Toadie in the Aussie soap, is representing Team Australia in the latest outing of the high stakes reality series, and was one of the first recruits to be pulled into the interrogation room by the Directing Staff. In the opening episode, Moloney took on a leading role amongst the camp, often ordering the other recruits on when to fill their water bottles and when to be ready for the next tasks, something the DS took careful note of. Admitting they were "concerned" about Moloney's character, the DS want to learn more about the actor and call him into the interrogation room. Asked how he was finding the experience so far, Moloney shared: "I'm going through periods of fear and kind of going up and down and throwing myself into it as best as I can and learning the rules first." As he shared about his life growing up, Moloney admitted he had an "interesting" upbringing, particularly so as he joined the cast of Neighbours at just 15 years old, and stayed on for three decades. Asked how it felt to be someone else for such a long time, Moloney said: "It's a very hectic time when you go to work and you're in this headspace for 12 hours and then you go home and try to do family life and then you learn your lines the next day so you don't really get a break from it. But for a very, very long time I've been pushing myself to go, there's Neighbours but I've gotta have something else." Recalling a particularly tough moment in his life, Moloney shared: "[I] just haven't really had a break and nothing is ever good enough. [I] just kind of found myself standing and going, if this is it I don't want to do it anymore and then it was okay, alright, that's not the answer, I need to answer what's going on with my head and then I was diagnosed with ADHD." Asked further if the diagnosis has helped him, Ryan said: "Once I got…

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What channel is South Africa v Cameroon AFCON 2025 match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-04T10:00:11.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch South Africa v Cameroon in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: A spot in the Quarter-Finals of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 will be on the line when South Africa face Cameroon on Sunday. Bafana Bafana finished second behind Egypt in Group B, having beaten both Angola and neighbours Zimbabwe. South Africa may need to raise their game against Cameroon, who are unbeaten so far in AFCON. The Indomitable Lions, who have won the tournament on five occasions, were beaten to top spot in Group F on goals scored by the Ivory Coast. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch South Africa v Cameroon 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 South Africa v Cameroon? South Africa v Cameroon will take place on Sunday 4th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. South Africa v Cameroon kick-off time South Africa v Cameroon will kick off at 7pm. What TV channel is South Africa v Cameroon on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on 4Seven from 6:55pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream South Africa v Cameroon online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is South Africa v Cameroon on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement South Africa v Cameroon odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: South Africa (5/2) Draw (15/8) Cameroon (7/5)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon sett…

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What channel is Morocco v Tanzania AFCON 2025 match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
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date: 2026-01-04T08:10:48.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: Africa Cup of Nations
subject: Channel 4
description: Check out how to watch Morocco v Tanzania in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Africa Cup of Nations 2025 hosts Morocco take on Tanzania in the Round of 16 on Sunday. The Atlas Lions have made an unbeaten start to their home tournament and topped Group A with seven points. Their reward is a last-16 tie against Tanzania, who grabbed the final spot in the knockouts as the fourth-best third-placed team. The Taifa Stars are yet to win a game at AFCON, having finished third in Group C courtesy of draws with Uganda and Tunisia. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Morocco v Tanzania 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 Morocco v Tanzania? Morocco v Tanzania will take place on Sunday 4th January 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Morocco v Tanzania kick-off time Morocco v Tanzania will kick off at 4pm. What TV channel is Morocco v Tanzania on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on 4Seven from 3:55pm. The whole tournament will air exclusively across Channel 4, E4, and 4Seven in the UK. How to live stream Morocco v Tanzania online You can live stream the match online via Channel 4 and YouTube. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Morocco v Tanzania on radio? Unfortunately, there will be no national radio coverage of the game. Please check your local radio network for coverage details. Advertisement Morocco v Tanzania odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: Morocco (1/7) Draw (13/2) Tanzania (20/1)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and pa…

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