Radio Times
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date: 2026-02-10T00:02:06.000Z
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items: 5 EastEnders spoilers next week: Shock arrest made after Anthony Trueman's funeral, as Max Branning professes his feelings
items: 9 Coronation Street spoilers next week: Murder victim revealed in special flash-forward episode
items: Emmerdale confirms return of "complex" character in high stakes workplace bullying storyline for Jacob Gallagher
items: 5 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Bear Wolf arrested as Laurel Thomas learns a shocking secret
items: EastEnders reveals life-changing epilepsy storyline for Nugget Gulati after seizure
items: Emmerdale's Victoria Sugden makes devastating decision about her future in early ITVX release
items: EastEnders' Kat Moon and Vicki Fowler make risky move to secure Zoe's freedom in BBC iPlayer release
items: EastEnders' Kellie Bright recalls almost being cast as different iconic character in the soap – and screen testing in the Queen Vic for it
items: EastEnders star says long-missing character returns with "unfinished business"
items: EastEnders icon teases upcoming Cindy Beale scenes in three tantalising words
items: Coronation Street airs tragedy for Debbie Webster after sentencing in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale's Cain Dingle forced to lie to protect broken Moira in early ITVX release
items: EastEnders star reveals glee at Suki Panesar-Unwin’s dark side being explored again in new stories
items: EastEnders fan-favourite Oscar Branning tipped for love triangle with Zoe Slater's twins as casting 'revealed'
items: Coronation Street newcomer confirms there will be answers on Jodie Ramsey’s mysterious connection to Emmerdale’s Graham
items: EastEnders' Kellie Bright delivers her verdict on Linda Carter and Max Branning's romantic future
items: Coronation Street and Emmerdale pulled from regular slot again tonight in ITV schedule shake-up
items: EastEnders airs intriguing Moon family updates and fresh worry for Kat and Alfie in BBC iPlayer release
items: Elizabeth Kelly, actress best known as EastEnders' beloved Nellie Ellis, dies aged 104
items: ITV confirms biggest month in streaming ever as Soaps interest surges by record amount with Corriedale
items: Coronation Street confirms casting of Brassic star in pivotal role for Shona Platt plot
items: Coronation Street airs distressing Debbie Webster scenes as secret implodes in ITVX release
items: Emmerdale airs emotional Cain Dingle scenes as he bravely reveals cancer diagnosis in ITVX release
items: EastEnders airs deadly cliffhanger for fan-favourite character in upsetting early BBC iPlayer release
items: Coronation Street to kill classic character off-screen next month over 35 years after debut
items: EastEnders icon teases Cindy Beale and Max Branning's potential for "rollercoaster" romance after flash-forward episode
items: EastEnders' Mark Fowler deals menacing warning amid Vicki's infidelity in BBC iPlayer release
items: Coronation Street and Emmerdale dropped from ITV tonight in schedule shake-up
items: 4 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Bear Wolf secret exposed as Joe Tate deals an ultimatum
items: 7 Coronation Street spoilers next week: Carl Webster plans arson attack as fan-favourite returns

5 EastEnders spoilers next week: Shock arrest made after Anthony Trueman's funeral, as Max Branning professes his feelings
type: item
date: 2026-02-10T00:01:56.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Max has feelings for Linda, Kojo and Harry move forward and Sam's exit is looming.
encoded: The walls are closing in on killer Jasmine Fisher (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness) in EastEnders, as grandmother Kat Moon (Jessie Wallace) lures her into a trap next week. Working alongside Chrissie Watts (Tracy-Ann Oberman) and Jake Moon (Joel Beckett) ahead of Anthony Trueman's (Nicholas Bailey) funeral, Jasmine finally returns to the scene of the crime. But will her mum Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) finally be freed from prison? Meanwhile, in the wake of his passion with Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), Max Branning (Jake Wood) begins to wonder whether there's a future for them both. As sparks fly in one relationship, Callum Highway's (Tony Clay) marriage to Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden) is firmly over as the divorce papers land on his doorstep. Elsewhere, Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho) puts one foot forward towards gaining independence again, and Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) decides it's time for her to return to Spain. Here's everything happening in EastEnders between Monday, 16th and Thursday, 19th February. 5 EastEnders spoilers for next week 1. Jasmine Fisher is finally arrested following Anthony Trueman's funeral Like most events in Walford, there's always somebody waiting in the sidelines to throw a curveball and disrupt proceedings. This week, it's son Anthony's funeral, and Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker) is disappointed that his newly found granddaughter, Jasmine, won't be in attendance. She's still MIA, but having been given a lead by Chrissie, Kat manages to track her down. It's a tough conversation, but Kat manages to convince Jasmine that it would be in her best interests to support Patrick on an incredibly difficult day. Oscar Branning (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) is relieved to see her again and heads upstairs in The Vic to catch up. However, he gets more than he bargained for when he finds Chrissie and Jake eagerly awaiting Jasmine's arrival. It's one big trap — and Kat has lured her there under false pretences. She's immediately spooked and rushes out, with everyon…

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9 Coronation Street spoilers next week: Murder victim revealed in special flash-forward episode
type: item
date: 2026-02-10T00:01:42.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Carl ruffles feathers amid his arson plans, Sam is onto Megan and Will, and Debbie makes an enemy.
encoded: There's an incredibly busy week in Weatherfield ahead, with Coronation Street kicking off an intriguing new murder mystery storyline. The flash-forward episode, which will broadcast on Monday, is more of a 'whoisit?' rather than a 'whodunnit?', as we don't actually know who will perish in scenes that will transmit in April. Aside from that, Carl Webster (Jonathan Howard) reveals to Ronnie Bailey (Vinta Morgan) that 'sister' Debbie (Sue Devaney) is actually his mother, and her prison problems worsen when she meets ex-hotel customer Paula (Kelli Hollis). Meanwhile, Sam Blakeman (Jude Riordan) hides a secret camera to prove Megan Walsh (Beth Nixon) is a child abuser, Mal Roper (Tim Treloar) tries to impress Bernie Winter-Alahan (Jane Hazlegrove) and Jodie Ramsey (Olivia Frances Brown) causes trouble for Lily Platt (Grace Ashcroft-Gardner) and Hope Dobbs (Isabella Flanagan). Here's everything you need to know from the Coronation Street episodes airing between Monday 16th and Friday 20th February. 9 Coronation Street spoilers for next week 1. Weatherfield flashes forward to April – and a shocking murder A special flash-forward episode, which alternates between real time and the future, sees Betsy Swain (Sydney Martin) being quizzed by the police after finding a dead body. She's dressed to the nines and it's clear that a once celebratory occasion has quickly turned sour. The detective restarts the tape, revealing that we're actually in April 2026. Events begin to play out, revealing five potential murder victims. But who will die in April, and who is their killer? 2. Carl Webster makes it his mission to burn down the hotel Carl's on the warpath towards revenge, and calls a mate, Jez, talking him through a plan to start a fire at the Chariot Square Hotel. The crooked right-hand man rocks up at the hotel and introduces himself to Ronnie, spinning a story about being a handyman on the lookout for work. While Ronnie’s busy, Jez makes his move, quietly snapping photos of the f…

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Emmerdale confirms return of "complex" character in high stakes workplace bullying storyline for Jacob Gallagher
type: item
date: 2026-02-10T00:01:35.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Doctor Todd will be returning to the Dales, spelling bad news for Jacob.
encoded: Ahead of a workplace bullying storyline for Joe Warren Plant's Jacob Sugden, it has been confirmed that Caroline Harker will be returning to Emmerdale as her character Doctor Todd. Harker's return is said to be for an "extended run", with the soap aiming to shine a spotlight on the "troubling reality of workplace bullying". Doctor Todd will be seen endlessly criticising and finding fault with Jacob, who is her enthusiastic trainee. ITV has said that the storyline will "delve into Jacob's struggle to manage his work-life balance under the immense pressure of his overbearing boss". Meanwhile, the stakes will be raised further when Doctor Todd moves herself in the village, blurring the lines between Jacob’s professional and private life. In a statement on her return, Harker said: "I’m delighted to be back at Emmerdale for a longer stint playing Doctor Todd. She’s a complex character and from what I’ve been told so far, quite a tricky one for Jacob to navigate. Workplace bullying is commonplace, and it will be interesting to see it brought to our screens in a serial drama such as Emmerdale." Meanwhile, Emmerdale producer Laura Shaw added: "We are looking forward to seeing the machinations of someone like Caitlin Todd, and it’s not just at the hospital where she will start to make an impression. Caroline is a fabulous actor and brings such great experience to this role - we can’t wait for her to play out what we have planned for the character." Harker previously played Doctor Todd in a handful of episodes of the soap at the start of last year, while she has also recently had roles in other series including Slow Horses, Joan, The Agency, The Stolen Girl and Hijack. The most recent episode of Emmerdale (Monday 9th February) saw Victoria Sugden making a devastating decision, choosing to hand herself into the police in order to prevent Moira from being wrongfully imprisoned. Emmerdale airs weeknights at 8pm on ITV1. Stream on ITVX. Add Emmerdale to your watchlist on the Radi…

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5 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Bear Wolf arrested as Laurel Thomas learns a shocking secret
type: item
date: 2026-02-10T00:01:02.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Dawn has some baby news, Kammy plays matchmaker and Cain has hope for Moira.
encoded: There's a huge development following Ray Walters's (Joe Absolom) murder in Emmerdale next week, as Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) is brought in for questioning. He's adamant that he worked alone, but DS Walsh (Amanda Ryan) has her suspicions about Paddy Dingle's (Dominic Brunt) involvement. As he's charged with manslaughter, Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) hopes that it could eventually lead to his wife Moira's (Natalie J Robb) release. Unfortunately, it does the complete opposite. Meanwhile, as Arthur Thomas (Alfie Clarke) prepares to flee to Australia, mum Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy) discovers where his influx of cash has come from. There's potential baby joy for Dawn Fletcher (Olivia Bromley) and Joe Tate (Ned Porteous), and a flash car turning up in the village turns heads. Here's everything you need to know about the episodes of Emmerdale airing between Monday 16th and Friday 20th February. 5 Emmerdale spoilers for next week 1. Bear Wolf is charged with manslaughter Unable to hide from the police any longer, Bear confesses to DS Walsh that he was the one who accidentally killed Ray, but insists that he was alone to avoid incriminating a heartbroken Paddy and Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle). Walsh notices that he seems somewhat confused about the circumstances, but Bear continues to insist there was no other party involved and quickly becomes agitated. When she changes the subject to Moira, she's intrigued to hear that Cain tried to force him to go to the police and tell them that she wasn't involved. In the village, Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) urges Paddy to hold onto the hope that the police will recognise his dad's actions as those of a desperate man and that he killed in self-defence. He's also worried that he'll be dragged into the situation, which isn't helped when Walsh notices him interrupting to support Bear's story, and the fact that such a fragile man wouldn't be able to move a body alone. DC Chen calls him and Dylan in for further questioning, leading to Bear b…

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EastEnders reveals life-changing epilepsy storyline for Nugget Gulati after seizure
type: item
date: 2026-02-09T20:00:07.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: The BBC One soap is working with the Epilepsy Society.
encoded: A forthcoming EastEnders storyline will see Davinder “Nugget” Gulati (Juhaim Rasul Choudhury) learn that he has developed epilepsy as a result of his recent head trauma. The teenager's injuries were sustained following an altercation with his own father, Ravi (Aaron Thiara), who was under the influence of drugs. Having been spiked by vengeful Nicola and Harry Mitchell (Laura Doddington and Elijah Holloway), he fell into the pit at the garage and began to suffer intense hallucinations of late father Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry). Lashing out towards the villain, he was unaware that Nugget was actually the one in the firing line. In today's episode, as he began to take driving lessons, the youngster seemed to zone out behind the wheel. Ravi warned him to stay focussed, unaware that he was actually suffering an abstence seizure and was briefly lapsing in consciousness. Later, as his parents began to argue, Nugget became disorientated again and suffered another seizure. AddRadio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. As the plot progresses, and following testing at the hospital, he is diagnosed with epilepsy. We'll then see him having to adapt to living with the condition and its impact on his daily life. Speaking of the story, EastEnders' Executive Producer, Ben Wadey said: “We are committed to portraying Nugget’s journey authentically and with sensitivity, so have sought advice from Epilepsy Society to ensure an accurate representation of the challenges a young person may face following their diagnosis”. Clare Pelham, Chief Executive at the charity added: “One in 100 people has epilepsy, yet many keep it hidden because of stigma. That’s why we were delighted when EastEnders asked for our advice on portraying Nugget’s epilepsy story accurately. "EastEnders has a powerful re…

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Emmerdale's Victoria Sugden makes devastating decision about her future in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-02-09T12:35:20.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Monday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: With her guilty conscience worsening, Victoria Sugden (Isabel Hodgins) could be about to make a reckless move in Emmerdale, in a bid to save another villager. As viewers will recall, at the beginning of January, she was revealed to be brother John's (Oliver Farnworth) murderer in the conclusion of the Coronation Street crossover episode. She was the one to finally bring his reign of terror to an end, signalling a fresh start for her other brother Robert (Ryan Hawley) and his ex-husband Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller). One thing Vic hadn't bargained for, however, was someone watching her committing the act. Devious Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) was watching from afar in the darkened woodland, and snapped a video of her wiping away evidence and leaving the scene. He's since used this footage to blackmail Robert into framing Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) for human trafficking and a double murder, hoping to get his hands on the Sugdens' half of her homestead, Butler's Farm. With nowhere left to turn, Robert felt compelled to comply to his demands. AddRadio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. In today's episode, news reached the village that John's death had been ruled as suicide, though Vic couldn't see this as a way to move forward. The fact that she was still going to have to sell the farm was looming over her, and she considered coming clean to Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) about what was happening. Robert insisted that she proceed with Joe's plan, knowing that he was keen to find out where they were at in the sale proceedings. Later, Joe insisted that if he didn't do the bidding on his behalf, he would continue to plant evidence to frame Moira. Vic overheard their secret meeting, and confronted Robert about what was going on. He confessed to hiding the ID documents from Celia Dani…

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EastEnders' Kat Moon and Vicki Fowler make risky move to secure Zoe's freedom in BBC iPlayer release
type: item
date: 2026-02-09T11:06:39.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Monday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: Kat Moon (Jessie Wallace) is on the warpath in EastEnders - and has roped Vicki Fowler (Alice Haig) into her plan. With daughter Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) imprisoned for a murder she didn't commit, the clock is ticking to find evidence that could prove her innocence before she goes to trial. As viewers know, following an argument with Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey) on Christmas Day, Zoe was knocked out cold. Their daughter Jasmine Fisher (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness) then approached the scene, and as Anthony charged towards her, she lashed out and killed him. She's since gone missing, allowing her family to believe that Chrissie Watts (Tracy-Ann Oberman) - who previously orchestrated a plot to torment Zoe - is the culprit. In today's episode, an old face returned to the BBC One soap seeking answers. Jake Moon (Joel Beckett), who once waited two decades for Chrissie to finish a murder sentence, had requested to visit Zoe. She was immediately sceptical, wondering whether he was working undercover on her nemesis's behalf to gain intel on the unfolding situation. AddRadio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. However, Jake explained that they had been estranged for quite some time, and that he'd actually split as a result of her scheming. He had no idea of just how bad it had escalated - including a fire at the Branning household and messages written in fake blood. He wanted to know exactly what had happened at Christmas, but ultimately, she couldn't shed any further light. Zoe remained adamant that she was the innocent party, and her words clearly stung Jake. He realised that the Chrissie she recalled was nothing like the one he thought he knew, and had decided to step away from her for good and leave London. When Zoe told Kat this information, she panicked, as he coul…

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EastEnders' Kellie Bright recalls almost being cast as different iconic character in the soap – and screen testing in the Queen Vic for it
type: item
date: 2026-02-08T08:00:28.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
subject: Radio Times Covers Party 2026
description: "This is very good, good research!"
encoded: Kellie Bright has recalled almost winning the part of an iconic EastEnders character long before playing Linda Carter. The actress joined the BBC One soap in 2013 as the future Queen Vic landlady, Linda, and has been a beloved mainstay in the show ever since and at the centre of some of its biggest plotlines. However, long before she became the iconic Linda Carter, Kellie Bright had previously auditioned to play the role of Tanya Branning, the second wife of Max Branning (Jake Wood). The role would ultimately be played by Jo Joyner, who played the character from her arrival in 2006 until her exit as a regular character in 2013. Joyner later reprised the role for guest stints around the 30th anniversary in 2015, and from late 2017 until early 2018 as part of the exit storylines of her on-screen daughters. Now, while speaking to us at The Radio Times Covers Party 2026, Bright was asked about her previous audition to play Tanya. Bright responded: "This is very good, good, good research! I did audition. It actually was between myself and Jo Joyner for that part, and I actually screen tested with Jake in the Vic." A fantastic bit of lore there! Of course, Linda herself has gone on to have an affair with Max and even share a child with him, daughter Annie Carter (now played by Lois Hawkins). Linda has since become one of multiple potential brides for Max in the recent New Year's Day 2026 flash-forward episode, which shows Max set to marry a mystery woman in 2027. So would it be a full circle moment for Kellie Bright to now play Mrs Branning, two decades after auditioning to play one? "I don't know," she stated, continuing, "at the moment, where I'm at with her, I can't imagine it. But who knows what will happen this year?" Given the wedding is on New Year's Day – Linda's wedding anniversary to late soulmate Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) – that would certainly be a choice for Linda – and one Bright can't currently see happening. Yet, stranger things have happened on Albert Squa…

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EastEnders star says long-missing character returns with "unfinished business"
type: item
date: 2026-02-07T11:17:22.000Z
creator: Morgan Jeffery
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: News
description: Jake Moon is back in EastEnders and his long-awaited return to Albert Square is set to reopen old wounds and buried secrets.
encoded: EastEnders icon Jake Moon is returning to Albert Square – and, after nearly two decades away, it’s a return that comes loaded with secrets, guilt and "unfinished business". Jake, played by Joel Beckett, has been absent from Walford for almost 20 years, following his dramatic exit in 2006 after accidentally killing his brother Danny and later fleeing the Square. Although viewers caught a fleeting glimpse of him in 2024, this latest comeback marks his first proper stint back among the people who once believed he was dead. Speaking about stepping back onto the famous set, Beckett said the experience was "surreal", admitting that while Walford instantly felt familiar for him, it’s a very different story for Jake. "He returns with unfinished business alongside unresolved emotions, and Albert Square brings it all straight to the surface," the actor explained. "Coming back forces him to face the people he loved, the choices he made, and the parts of himself he has spent the last 20 years avoiding.” Jake may look calmer and more controlled, but Beckett is clear that, emotionally, not much has shifted. "He’s changed on the surface, but not underneath," he said said. "Emotionally, he is still driven by loyalty and love, which has not softened with time. For years, he has been moving forward physically but standing still emotionally." Jake’s return drops him straight into a Square where old wounds are already wide open, making it impossible for him to stay on the sidelines for long... One of the most anticipated elements of Jake’s comeback is his reunion with cousin Alfie Moon (Shane Richie), who has spent years believing Jake was dead. Beckett teased that their scenes together are not just a shock for Alfie, but deeply emotional for Jake too. "It really hits him hard how much he’s missed family, and that life has moved on without him," Beckett said, hinting that the reunion will underline just how isolated Jake’s life has been since he fled Walford. With Alfie firmly re-estab…

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EastEnders icon teases upcoming Cindy Beale scenes in three tantalising words
type: item
date: 2026-02-07T08:00:26.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
subject: Radio Times Covers Party 2026
description: "They're always at each other, aren't they?"
encoded: Michelle Collins has teased what lies ahead for Cindy Beale in the coming months on EastEnders. The actress made her explosive comeback to the BBC One soap in 2023, over two decades after her character died off-screen – now revealed to have been faked as Cindy went into witness protection under a new identity. With her return being a key centrepoint of executive producer Chris Clenshaw's acclaimed era on the soap, Cindy Beale had no shortage of big storylines, including her affair with her former step-son Junior Knight (Micah Balfour), which was exposed on Christmas Day 2024. Cindy was then the victim in a big whodunnit storyline, which ultimately saw her former mother-in-law and nemesis, Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth), revealed as her attacker. Since then, Cindy has been focused on business, having bought The Albert, and also on grandchildren. However, a new development has occurred in the form of a new enemy (and lover): Max Branning, played by Jake Wood. While attending The Radio Times Covers Party 2026, we asked Michelle to describe the coming months of Cindy in three words. View Green Video on the source website Thinking carefully, Collins answered: "Exciting. Unpredictable. Irrational." Sounds like we can expect more extreme scenes from the resident schemer. However, does this mean more clashing on the way with old sparring partner, Kathy? "Actually, we did do a fun scene the other day," teased Michelle. "They're always at each other, aren't they? All those kinds of, you know, mother-in-law, you know, and, and she kind of hates Cindy, and Cindy kind of hates her as well. So I think we just live with that, really, don't we? "And, yeah, they always throw a slap in there occasionally, don't they? I think everyone loved it when I came back, and the first scene was, 'You're dead!' and then there was a kind of slap. They do love a slap in EastEnders, don't they?" Additionally, while Michelle was disappointed to not be in the live episode of the 40th anniversary, sh…

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Coronation Street airs tragedy for Debbie Webster after sentencing in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-02-06T12:48:17.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Friday's episode of Coronation Street, which airs at 8.30pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Debbie Webster (Sue Devaney) is facing an uncertain future in Coronation Street, having been imprisoned for causing death by dangerous driving – something she didn't even do. The stalwart was dragged into the driver's seat by wicked Carl (Jonathan Howard), and even though Debbie knew she wasn't responsible, she decided to take the blame. A number of residents – namely Summer Spellman (Harriet Bibby) – have torn strips off her, seeing her supposedly reckless actions as the cause of Billy Mayhew's (Daniel Brocklebank) death. For weeks, viewers were left in the dark about why she wanted to protect her 'brother'. It soon transpired that she was actually his mother, and had allowed him to be raised by her father and stepmother. Earlier this week, hearing that her young-onset dementia symptoms could worsen as a result of a stint at His Majesty's Pleasure, a guilt-ridden Carl decided that the time had come to own up to his wrongdoings. However, Debbie hit back by revealing her true identity to him, and he spiralled. He said she deserved to spend the rest of her life behind bars, and that he not only wouldn't be confessing, but wouldn't visit her either. In today's episode, ahead of her appearance in court, Debbie was stunned to find Carl's key to her flat behind the bar at the Chariot Square Hotel. She knew that she couldn't face the occasion without him, and rushed to the cafe where he reaffirmed his hatred for her. She was completely and utterly broken, and had no choice but to accept her fate. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. The judge initially went to serve a four-year sentence, but took a number of factors – such as her guilty plea and long-term health condition into account. As a result, she was handed two years and eight months inside. Debbie screamed ou…

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Emmerdale's Cain Dingle forced to lie to protect broken Moira in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-02-06T12:28:17.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Friday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: It's been an awful week for the Dingle clan in Emmerdale, with Moira (Natalie J Robb) charged with double murder, and her husband Cain (Jeff Hordley) diagnosed with an aggressive, yet localised, form of prostate cancer. As we know, the two bodies found on Butler's Farm weren't placed there by Moira. The first body was poor, enslaved Anya Berisha (Alia Al-Shabibi), who passed away following the foul treatment she received from Ray Walters (Joe Absolom) and Celia Daniels (Jaye Griffiths). In a cruel twist, Celia wrapped her in a blanket that belonged to Moira – knowing that she would be framed when the corpse was unearthed. However, Moira got more than she bargained for when police informed her the second body was none other than Celia herself. Viewers saw her brutally stabbed by Ray in a bid for freedom. As she was sent to prison awaiting trial, Cain headed to the hospital for his diagnosis. He rushed out of the consultation, unable to accept the gravity of the situation unfolding and lashed out at those who were concerned about the sudden change in his behaviour. Eventually, after a long day, he retreated to dad Zak's graveside for a moment of reflection. Granddaughter Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill) arrived, and he decided it was time to open up about his condition. In today's episode, she visited him at Butler's and reaffirmed her promise to support him through his eventual treatment – a radical prostatectomy, that could lead to incontinence and erectile disfunction. AddRadio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Dr Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) – who Cain had previously declined to speak to – then arrived and learnt of his pal's diagnosis. He urged him to tell Moira, knowing that keeping it under his hat would only make matters worse. Cain reluctantly agreed, though knew…

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EastEnders star reveals glee at Suki Panesar-Unwin’s dark side being explored again in new stories
type: item
date: 2026-02-06T10:00:14.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
subject: Radio Times Covers Party 2026
description: There's a long road ahead for Suki and Eve's journey together.
encoded: Actress Balvinder Sopal has revealed her delight that her EastEnders character Suki Panesar-Unwin is seeing her dark side re-emerge. Initially arriving as a full-blown villain in 2020, Sopal's Suki has been on quite the journey since, with the character's layers peeled away as she has embraced her authentic self, found love with her now-wife Eve Panesar-Unwin (Heather Peace), and escaped the clutches of her evil ex-husband, the late Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry). However, the BBC One soap has seen her old scheming and toxic ways re-emerge after a rather uncomfortable attempt by Suki to get a child from her pregnant teenage step-granddaughter, Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James), last year, and now her past bad behaviour towards employee Honey Mitchell (Emma Barton) is also being revisited in a storyline with new employee Bea Pollard (Ronni Ancona). Are we losing the redemptive aspects of Suki, or is this who she has always been? Speaking at The Radio Times Covers Party 2026, when asked about the re-emergence of Suki's darker side, Balvinder says she's only pleased we're seeing shades of Suki's nastier self. View Green Video on the source website "Oh, I love a Dark Suki," revealed Balvinder. "I mean, that's one of the reasons I took the role on, you know, because you don't ever see that... Asian women tend to be meek and mild and compliant and all of that kind of stuff. "So no, it's really brilliant to go back there, but I think what's really interesting is that you can't ignore the journey she's been on with Eve and coming out and knowing who her true self is." Balvinder also compared Suki's journey to that of Walford icon Phil Mitchell (played by Steve McFadden), who has undergone significant character development in recent years. She continued: "And I think it's a little bit like Phil, you know, with his mental health man storyline, like... he would still pull out a baseball bat if he needed to, but he's had an evolution of sorts, and I think that's what's happened …

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EastEnders fan-favourite Oscar Branning tipped for love triangle with Zoe Slater's twins as casting 'revealed'
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date: 2026-02-05T20:57:33.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
description: A messy love life? Like father, like son.
encoded: It looks like the love life of Oscar Branning (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) is about to get a whole lot messier in EastEnders. The BBC One soap opera reintroduced the youngest son of Max Branning (Jake Wood) last year, and Counihan-Moullier's performance has already made him a firm favourite. Now it seems a fan theory following the 2027 flash-forward episode on New Year's Day may be about to come true as Oscar is now tipped to be caught between two offspring of the Trueman clan, so much so that Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker) will consider him part of the family by next year. According to The Sun, while Oscar is currently romantically linked with killer Jasmine Fisher (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness), he is also set to develop a romantic relationship with her twin brother and Zoe's other long-lost child. The paper reports that newcomer Joshua Vaughan has been cast as Jasmine's twin brother and will arrive in the coming months. A source told the publication, "This is going to be one of the hottest love triangles the soap world has ever seen. "Oscar is happy with Jasmine, but when her twin arrives, the chemistry between them is something neither can ignore. "It’s going to set temperatures soaring in Walford. But with Jasmine having bumped off her dad, Anthony Truman, at Christmas, the pair had better watch out." The BBC declined to comment when approached by Radio Times about this report. As events currently stand, Jasmine has fled Walford to escape implication in Anthony's death, but with Zoe in prison and poised to go down for Anthony's death, could the return of Chrissie Watts's (Tracy-Ann Oberman) former lover, Jake Moon (Joel Beckett), change the tide of the story? Regardless of what happens, Jasmine has continually lied to and manipulated Oscar, so could her brother be a more appropriate soulmate? We'll have to wait and see what lies ahead for the Branning with a heart of gold! Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching w…

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Coronation Street newcomer confirms there will be answers on Jodie Ramsey’s mysterious connection to Emmerdale’s Graham
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date: 2026-02-05T16:26:47.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
subject: Radio Times Covers Party 2026
description: "She's definitely not a one-dimensional character."
encoded: Actress Olivia Frances Brown has teased what the future holds for her mysterious Coronation Street character Jodie Ramsey. The ITV soap introduced Jodie during the epic Corriedale crossover event with Emmerdale in January, and she was later revealed to be the estranged half-sister of cobbles favourite Shona Platt (Julia Goulding). However, Jodie has so far shown herself to be deceptive, manipulative, and full of resentment towards her sister – and that's not to mention hooking up with resident badboy Carl Webster (Jonathan Howard). Now, speaking in her first press interview since joining the ITV soap while in attendance with partner James Nelson Joyce at The Radio Times Covers Party 2026, actress Olivia Frances Brown spoke about the layers to the mysterious Jodie. Describing her character, Frances Brown said of Jodie: "She's a mixed bag. She's definitely not a one-dimensional character. She's a multi-multi-dimensional character. She's troubled, she's very hurt. I think deep inside she's quite a lot going on. She feels quite wronged. "Now that she's found Shona, she's come to kind of get her own back, in a way, but I don't think she even knows that. I think she just wants to come and see what she can get from the cobbles." View Green Video on the source website The character certainly arrived in style when she first appeared bound and gagged in the back of a van driven by Emmerdale returnee Graham Foster in the explosive ITV soap crossover event Corriedale. However, since escaping Graham’s grasp, we have yet to find out why Jodie was in his van in the first place. When asked if viewers will find out soon, a cryptic Frances Brown commented: "Eventually, you will, can't give away too much right now, but it will all become clear in time. "I can't say how long, how much time, but eventually, if you keep watching, you'll find out why." Away from Jodie's dark stories, however, it's only been positive for Frances Brown's time in Weatherfield. When asked what it's like to se…

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EastEnders' Kellie Bright delivers her verdict on Linda Carter and Max Branning's romantic future
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date: 2026-02-05T12:00:22.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
subject: Radio Times Covers Party 2026
description: "It's been a real pleasure doing scenes with him again."
encoded: Kellie Bright has discussed the prospects of her character, Linda Carter, and Max Branning (played by Jake Wood) going the distance in EastEnders. The pair have a complicated history in the BBC One soap, having had a short-lived affair six years ago while Linda had marital issues with husband Mick Carter (Danny Dyer). Linda ultimately chose to reconcile with Mick and rejected Max, leading to his exit from Walford in 2021. However, Linda later discovered she was pregnant with Max's daughter, Annie (now played by Lois Hawkins), whom Mick raised as his own until his apparent death in 2022. When Max returned to Walford last December, Linda came clean about Annie to Max, and the pair have struck up a friendship, despite a misguided attempt by Max to kiss Linda while he was drunk. View Green Video on the source website The soap has also positioned Linda as one of multiple potential brides for Max in the recent New Year's Day 2026 flash-forward episode set in 2027. So, can Kellie Bright see Linda eventually marrying Max? Speaking at The Radio Times Covers Party 2026, Kellie naturally kept her cards close to her chest. "I don't know," she noted, continuing, "At the moment, where I'm at with her, I can't imagine it. But who knows what will happen this year?" Discussing working with Jake Wood this time around, she noted: "It's really interesting. You know, when I worked with Max last time, when Linda and Max were together, it was [during the COVID-19 pandemic], and so actually, Jake and I worked together for a really short period of time and at a distance. "So actually, it's really nice working with him properly. You know, he's a fantastic actor, so I'm really enjoying working with him. It's been a real pleasure doing scenes with him again. So yeah, who knows? You know as much as I do about where it's going, by the way!" Of course, Linda was also at the centre of the now-iconic flash-forward in 2023 with The Six – with Linda later revealed to be the killer of Keanu Taylor on …

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Coronation Street and Emmerdale pulled from regular slot again tonight in ITV schedule shake-up
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date: 2026-02-05T10:52:40.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: There's further disruption ahead for soap fans.
encoded: For the second time in one week, ITV's new soaps "power hour" has been dropped in favour of sports coverage. This means that viewers tuning in for their nightly dose of Emmerdale or Coronation Street action from 8pm will be bitterly disappointed – as the broadcaster is airing coverage of the Six Nations instead. Jill Douglas will host the opening match from 7.30pm tonight (5th February), with kick-off between France and Ireland at le Stade de France in Paris from 8.10pm. It comes just days after an EFL Cup match replaced the serial dramas. Both soaps reduced their weekly output by half an hour last month, so that they streamline their broadcast pattern into a new slot each weeknight. This followed a highly-anticipated crossover episode – dubbed Corriedale – which saw the two fictional worlds combine for one night only. Speaking after the new schedule on ITV1 was announced, Kevin Lygo, ITV's Managing Director of Media and Entertainment, said: "The new commissioning pattern is viewer-led. We already give more choice than ever to viewers on how they watch us through ITVX, and we want to present their favourite soap to them in the most digestible way. AddRadio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. "In a world where there is so much competition for viewers' time and attention, and viewing habits continue to change, we believe this is the right amount of episodes that fans can fit into their viewing schedule, to keep up to date with the shows." Meanwhile, Emmerdale actor Chris Bisson told Leeds Live that it would bring an end to the listings changes. "All the fans have been waiting for the two shows to collide and now we get it to kick off our new schedule on ITV," he said. "No more moaning that they are shifting Corrie around because of the football and nobody knows when it …

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EastEnders airs intriguing Moon family updates and fresh worry for Kat and Alfie in BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2026-02-05T10:43:07.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Thursday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: Another trip to Albert Square has provided viewers with some intriguing updates on two estranged members of the Moon clan. Thursday's episode of EastEnders saw Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) – who is locked up for a murder she didn't commit – divulge to mum Kat (Jessie Wallace) that she'd had an unusual visitor request come through. Jake Moon (Joel Beckett), Alfie's (Shane Richie) cousin, had asked to see her next week. As you can imagine, this caused somewhat of a concern for Zoe as he was previously in a relationship with Chrissie Watts (Tracy-Ann Oberman) – the woman she believes to have killed Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey) and framed her. Kat urged her to proceed with the visit, hoping that Jake could shed some light on Chrissie's whereabouts that would ultimately lead to her arrest. Meanwhile, Alfie was similarly reeling following a phone call. His younger brother Spencer (Christopher Parker), who left Walford for pastures new in 2005, was in a bad way. During the last 20 years, Spencer reunited with childhood sweetheart Vicki Fowler (Alice Haig) and they moved to Melbourne together, though the relationship came crashing down following her affair with Ross Marshall (Alex Walkinshaw). AddRadio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Things haven't been exactly smooth-sailing for Vicki and Ross either. His son Joel (Max Murray) viciously attacked her, and his trial was last week. He eventually pleaded guilty, and in the aftermath, Ross got down on one knee and propose. And they said romance was dead! Vicki was left guilt-ridden, as just nights before, she'd slept with her adoptive step-sister's half-brother Zack Hudson (James Farrar). She had no choice but to confess the infidelity, and despite a moment of uncertainty, Ross agreed to put it behind him. News of their en…

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Elizabeth Kelly, actress best known as EastEnders' beloved Nellie Ellis, dies aged 104
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date: 2026-02-04T14:33:32.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: The actress also had roles in Coronation Street and Emmerdale.
encoded: Actress Elizabeth Kelly, also known to millions of EastEnders viewers as Nellie Ellis, has passed away at the age of 104, it has been confirmed. Newcastle-born Kelly enjoyed a career spanning four decades, with her first role being an uncredited part in The Beatles musical film Magical Mystery Tour. She gained her first notable credit as Edie Burgess, the sister-in-law of Emily Bishop (Eileen Derbyshire) and mother of Freda (Ali Briggs), in two episodes of Coronation Street that aired in 1971. Throughout the '70s and '80s, Kelly enjoyed a string of roles in dramas including A Family at War and Grange Hill, before joining the BBC soap as Nellie, the cousin of Lou Beale (Anna Wing) in December 1993. First appearing at the funeral of Pete Beale (Peter Dean), she moved in with the Fowler family and struck up an unusual friendship with Ethel Skinner (Gretchen Franklin). While the two didn't often see eye-to-eye, Nellie would frequently sup with her in The Vic and they eventually moved into the same sheltered accommodation. She continued to make fleeting appearances over the next five years until her final stint in Albert Square, which came after Ethel's death in 2000. Her character was also mentioned in 2007, by which point Kelly had retired from acting. Some of Kelly's later roles included as Edith Weatherall, a friend of Tricia Dingle (Sheree Murphy) in Emmerdale, two separate parts in The Bill, Heartbeat and sister-show The Royal. She also starred in cult indie film 24 Hour Party People, alongside Steve Coogan. The Sun reports that Kelly is survived by her son and daughter, various grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Father Eddie Gubbins, of the church Kelly attended, noted to the paper that she was a “very strong lady and had a beautiful voice", and that she was "very gracious". He added that he saw her just days before her death, where he visited her care home.

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ITV confirms biggest month in streaming ever as Soaps interest surges by record amount with Corriedale
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date: 2026-02-04T12:58:08.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: It's been an epic start to the year for ITV.
encoded: ITV has announced that January 2026 was officially its biggest ever month for streaming, with a record 383 million streams. This figure surpasses the previous record set in June 2024 after the Men's Euros, which saw ITVX receive 375 million streams! This milestone was driven particularly by strong performances from soap, reality and drama, proving ITVX to be a destination for must-watch content. Coronation Street and Emmerdale saw a significant uplift in their streaming viewership, with streams up 48 per cent year on year. Both continuing dramas achieved their highest monthly streaming figures on record, following the Corriedale crossover episode last month. Corriedale was also ITV's biggest programme in January, with an audience of 5.9 million across consolidated TV and streaming. Coronation Street and Emmerdale clocked up 65 million streams in January 2026, 10 million higher than the next nearest monthly total on record. Love Island All Stars has continued to be a success for ITV, with the series achieving 40 million streams in January 2026, making it comfortably the biggest title in streaming for 16-34s among commercial competitors (which includes Broadcaster VOD services and ad tiers of subscription streamers). It isn't just on streaming that Love Island All Stars has proven successful, with RadioTimes.com exclusively revealing that across Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, Love Island has achieved over one billion total impressions, an average of 57 million impressions per day and 606.5 million video views. The series is currently ITV's top single title in streaming, in 2026 to date. In the world of drama, it was the top performing genre on ITVX in January, with Red Eye seasons 1 and 2 leading the offering, with over 25 million streams. The Hunting Wives also led the charts as the top acquired title, with nearly 7 million streams, one of the top performing monthly stream totals for an acquired title ever on ITVX. Streaming figures for drama were the highest since …

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Coronation Street confirms casting of Brassic star in pivotal role for Shona Platt plot
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date: 2026-02-04T11:59:37.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: We finally meet Shona and Jodie's estranged father.
encoded: A former Brassic star is joining the cast of Coronation Street, in a game-changing role for the soap. Steve Evets, who is best known for his role of Farmer Jim in all seven series of the Sky comedy drama, will play Shona (Julia Goulding) and her half-sister Jodie Ramsey's (Olivia Frances Brown) dad in episodes that air next week. This isn't Evets' first venture into the serial drama world, as he played Tom Shepherd in three episodes of Emmerdale in 1998. He's also had parts in Casualty, Shameless and Life on Mars. The story kicks off when Shona - who is desperate to learn more about Jodie's secrets - follows her to a psychiatric hospital where she is meeting their confused, estranged father. We were first introduced to the enigma in the epic Corriedale crossover episode, where she was was seen tied and bound in the back of Graham Foster's (Andrew Scarborough) van. Exactly how she found herself to be there remains to be seen. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Jodie tells Shona how she was her dad's sole-carer after her mother's disappearance, and that she eventually reached breaking point. When the women return home, David (Jack P. Shepherd) tells Shona to take the afternoon off to unwind, but she decides to go and visit her dad instead. However, Jodie is determined for her to stay away and manipulates her into having a night out at the Viaduct Bistro. David's suspicions of his sister-in-law ramp up, and when she's alone, she pulls out a locket from her trinket box. The next day, after making his breakfast for him, Jodie sets about dusting the living room. David and Shona's wedding photo goes flying and smashes, but was the action accidental? Read more: Coronation Street to kill classic character off-screen next month over 35 years after debut 7 Coronation …

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Coronation Street airs distressing Debbie Webster scenes as secret implodes in ITVX release
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date: 2026-02-04T10:47:07.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Wednesday's episode of Coronation Street, which airs at 8.30pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Secrets rarely stay uncovered in Coronation Street, and in today's episode, Debbie Webster (Sue Devaney) has been forced to confront the biggest skeleton in her closet. For almost 40 years, Debbie has allowed her son Carl (Jonathan Howard) to believe he is her younger brother. As a result, she's felt compelled to lie through her teeth in court to cover his back – making out that she was the one driving the car that caused a multi-vehicle pile-up following her wedding. The fan-favourite is now facing a number of years behind bars, which could lead to her young-onset dementia symptoms worsening. Guilt-ridden Carl finally seemed to want to set the record straight, and jumped in his car to head to the police station. Debbie got wind of what was happening and tried to stop him, and he couldn't understand why she was so eager to protect him. With nowhere left to turn, she dropped the bombshell that she is actually his mother, having fallen pregnant after a one-night stand aged 17. The Webster family moved to Germany, and she feared she would be unable to give him the upbringing he deserved. As a result, her dad Bill and step-mum Elaine raised him. For Carl, this explained why he'd always had somewhat of a strained relationship with Elaine, and also why Debbie prevented her from reaching out in her dying days. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Debbie also said she hoped that by taking the wrap for Carl's misdemeanours, it would allow her to face a punishment for abandoning him and move towards a better relationship between them both. However, from his perspective, he wasn't willing to forgive and forget. He'd decided not to hand himself in, and said that when she finally received her sentence, he wouldn't be visiting her in prison. With the floor falling from ben…

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Emmerdale airs emotional Cain Dingle scenes as he bravely reveals cancer diagnosis in ITVX release
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date: 2026-02-04T09:30:24.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Wednesday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: This article contains discussion of subjects including cancer that some readers may find upsetting. In a format-breaking episode of Emmerdale, Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) bravely opened up about his prostate cancer diagnosis. The news couldn't have come at a worse time for the head of the rowdy Dales clan - wife Moira (Natalie J Robb) has been wrongly imprisoned for the murder of Celia Daniels (Jaye Griffiths) and Anya Berisha (Alia Al-Shabibi). As brother Sam (James Hooton) and sister-in-law Lydia (Karen Blick) took their kids to school, Moira rang to wish him luck on the day of his consultation. A clever narrative device allowed viewers to hear Cain's internal dialogue, as he anxiously awaited the day ahead. At the hospital, a fellow patient wasn't exactly successful in easing his nerves. The man spoke about how this wasn't the first time he'd received treatment, with his initial prostate cancer diagnosis spreading. During the appointment, however, the doctor delivered the bad news, explained that he had a localised, aggressive form of cancer that needed addressing urgently. As he zoned out, she explained that a surgical procedure known as a radical prostatectomy would be required, that could leave him incontinent and with erectile dysfunction. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. The doctor questioned where Moira was, and wondered whether he'd like to return to the hospital at a later date so they could discuss the matter again. Overwhelmed, Cain rushed out and returned to the village. A number of residents bumped into him - including Ross Barton (Michael Parr) and granddaughter Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill), with the latter clocking that her 'Grumpy' was behaving out of character. He lashed out in frustration, before heading off to The Woolpack for a pint. The…

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EastEnders airs deadly cliffhanger for fan-favourite character in upsetting early BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2026-02-04T06:30:19.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Wednesday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: Nigel Bates's (Paul Bradley) vow renewal to wife Julie (Karen Henthorn) in EastEnders has ended in tragedy. The last minute event took place after Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) discovered Nige - who is living with young-onset dementia - was still looking forward to the event, which had been postponed. She also found out that Julie had a number of bruises on her arms, sustained when her confused husband has lashed out over recent months. As viewers know, Nigel and Julie are currently living at the B&B after she chose to leave Phil Mitchell's (Steve McFadden) house in a fit of a rage. Mark Fowler (Stephen Aaron-Sipple) had divulged Phil's plan to take Nigel to Portugal, when she'd rather he spend the last of his days in a care home. A place in a care facility came available yesterday, though an angry Phil chose not to pass on this information. In today's episode, he pondered over the idea of telling her, knowing that there was only 24 hours to accept the offer. It would undoubtedly be the best for Nige, and although Phil came to terms with the fact that he would eventually be unable to support his best mate, he still chose to keep schtum. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. A confused Nigel stumbled over the road, wrongly assuming that Phil was his best man. He reluctantly agreed to help him prepare for the big day, but ultimately had no intention of staying for the ceremony after dropping him off. However, as the day went on, Julie could see that Phil was guilt-ridden over his actions, and that forgiving him would be the best thing for everyone. She even decided that living back at the Mitchell residence would do Nigel the world of good, and asked Phil to escort him home. It had been a long day, and Phil began to run a bath for his pal. Mark was helping move s…

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Coronation Street to kill classic character off-screen next month over 35 years after debut
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date: 2026-02-03T15:12:46.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: The character first appeared in 1989.
encoded: One of Coronation Street's most iconic characters is set to be killed off, off-screen, next month. News will reach the cobbles that Jim McDonald, who was portrayed by actor Charles Lawson between 1989 and 2018, has sadly passed away. Son Steve (Simon Gregson) will be left conflicted when he gets a call to inform him of his dad's passing, given they didn't exactly part on good terms eight years ago. As viewers will recall, Jim walked free after scamming ex-wife Liz (Beverley Callard) out of thousands, having pretended that his girlfriend Hannah Gilmore (Hannah Ellis Ryan) was their late daughter Katie. Jim was at the centre of numerous huge storylines over the three decades he appeared, including temporary paralysis after falling from scaffolding during a scuffle with Steve, and being imprisoned for the manslaughter of Jez Quigley (Lee Boardman). Fans also saw his eventual escape, and a later armed robbery on a building society which saw him locked up alongside Peter Barlow (Chris Gascoyne). Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. A source exclusively told Radio Times that Jim's death will rock the boat for hapless Steve, who has finally found happiness with Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney) in the wake of wife Tracy (Kate Ford) cheating with football hero Tommy Orpington (Matt Milburn). With Sweeney leaving the show later this year, 2026 looks set to be another eventful year for the McDonald clan. It's understood that wife Liz – who moved to Spain to live with their son Andy (Nicholas Cochrane) in 2020 – is not due to return, as actress Beverley Callard has swapped soaps to star in Irish serial drama Fair City. Lawson, who is aware of his character's demise, is now a regular pundit on GB News. While penning his autobiography That's Life, So It Is last year, he spo…

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EastEnders icon teases Cindy Beale and Max Branning's potential for "rollercoaster" romance after flash-forward episode
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date: 2026-02-03T11:56:51.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
subject: Radio Times Covers Party 2026
description: "You know what, are they both as bad as each other? I don't know."
encoded: Michelle Collins has spoken about the prospects of a true romance between Cindy Beale and Max Branning (Jake Wood) in EastEnders. The BBC One soap has positioned Cindy as one of multiple potential brides for Max in the recent New Year's Day 2026 flash-forward episode set in 2027. This followed the pair having a passionate encounter as strangers on Christmas Day 2025, before their fling was explosively revealed during their shared grandson Jimmy Beale's christening. Cindy detests Max following his actions towards her children, with Max having slept with her daughter Lucy Beale (Hetti Bywater) and also being responsible for the death of her eldest son, Steven Beale (Aaron Sidwell). However, the pair recently found themselves as allies against their shared enemy, the scheming killer Jasmine Fisher (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness). While attending The Radio Times Covers Party 2026, we asked Michelle Collins about Cindy's complicated relationship with Max, and simply had to question: are they a match made in heaven or in hell? Michelle answered: "You know what, are they both as bad as each other? I don't know. I would like to think Cindy has a bit more of a heart than Max does, but I think they're interesting together. I think they're interesting together because I think Cindy needs somebody kind of like him, rather than, possibly, someone, a bit more like Ian." Despite this, Collins didn't give their potential future romance much of a long life expectancy. "I can't imagine it lasting forever," suggested Collins, "but I can imagine it being kind of a bumpy ride and quite exciting, kind of up and down, 'Will they/won't they?' kind of thing, you know, absolutely." View Green Video on the source website Of course, Cindy has never had a quiet love life - from her adulterous affairs with Simon (Nick Berry) and David Wicks (Michael French), to her recent affair with Junior Knight (Micah Balfour), despite being in a relationship with Ian again and being in love with Junior's dad, …

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EastEnders' Mark Fowler deals menacing warning amid Vicki's infidelity in BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2026-02-03T11:25:50.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Tuesday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: Mark Fowler (Stephen Aaron-Sipple) has issued a serious threat in EastEnders – mess with older sister Vicki (Alice Haig), and you mess with him! It comes after a particularly eventful week for Vicki, who became entwined in a love triangle on the eve of step-son Joel's (Max Murray) trial for grievous bodily harm, voyeurism, and producing and distributing indecent images of a child. She was separated from his father Ross (Alex Walkinshaw) for months, fearing that even if Joel was imprisoned, their lives would never be the same again as he'd always be a part of it. During that time, sparks began to fly with Zack Hudson (James Farrar), though the two stopped themselves from pursuing anything further after being caught kissing by Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth). Ross was determined to get his relationship back on track, and after much persuasion, Vicki agreed to take things slowly. However, needing someone's shoulder to cry on, she turned back to Zack and the two slept together. She was left guilt-ridden and reaffirmed her love for Ross after the trial. This prompted him to get down on one knee and propose this week, but before Vicki could give her answer, she decided it was high time she confessed to her infidelity. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. In today's episode, a distraught and humiliated Ross demanded answers, wanting to know who she'd been with and whether he knew him. Vicki lied through her teeth, saying that it was a one-night stand and that she didn't even find out his name. This confused Ross, who said that he struggled to believe she'd become intimate with a complete stranger. After storming out, he sought advice from Alfie Moon (Shane Richie), Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman) and Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) at The Vic. Meanwhile, Mark cornered Vicki …

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Coronation Street and Emmerdale dropped from ITV tonight in schedule shake-up
type: item
date: 2026-02-03T10:23:09.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Both flagship soaps have been replaced in the schedules.
encoded: ITV has dropped both Coronation Street and Emmerdale from the schedules tonight, just weeks after the broadcaster's new "soap power hour" was launched. The serial dramas reduced their weekly output by half an hour last month, so that they could air each weeknight from 8pm. This followed a highly-anticipated crossover episode - dubbed Corriedale - which saw the two fictional worlds combine for one night only. This isn't the first time that Corrie and Emmerdale have been shunted to make way for other programmes, with listings being altered just one week into the new broadcast pattern. Tonight (3 February), they are replaced by coverage of the EFL Cup. A match between Arsenal and Chelsea will kick off at 8pm, with Mark Pougatch presenting analysis of the semi-final second-leg tie from Emirates Stadium at 7.30pm. Fortunately, fans needn’t worry too much: Corrie and Emmerdale will make their comeback in their usual slots on Wednesday. Further disruption is expected on Thursday when ITV airs France v Ireland in the Six Nations Live. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Speaking after the new schedule on ITV1 was announced, Kevin Lygo, ITV's Managing Director of Media and Entertainment, said: "The new commissioning pattern is viewer-led. We already give more choice than ever to viewers on how they watch us through ITVX, and we want to present their favourite soap to them in the most digestible way. "In a world where there is so much competition for viewers' time and attention, and viewing habits continue to change, we believe this is the right amount of episodes that fans can fit into their viewing schedule, to keep up to date with the shows." Meanwhile, talking about the schedule change during a red carpet appearance for the launch of Corriedale, Emmerdale actor Ch…

4 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Bear Wolf secret exposed as Joe Tate deals an ultimatum
type: item
date: 2026-02-03T00:01:40.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: Tracy has a plan for John's ashes, Cain is told his treatment plan and Aaron makes a kind gesture for Robert.
encoded: A number of secrets come to light in Emmerdale next week - the first of these being Bear Wolf's (Joshua Richards) accidental murder of Ray Walters (Joe Absolom). Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) tells April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan) the truth, and she urges Paddy Dingle (Dominic Brunt) to get professional support for his dad. But will chatting to a counsellor blow their cover? Secondly, Victoria Sugden (Isabel Hodgins) learns of brother Robert's (Ryan Hawley) secret scheming with Joe Tate (Ned Porteous). Pushed into a corner, she tries to get Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) to sell her share of Butler's. Meanwhile, Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) is given an update on his prostate cancer diagnosis, and Tracy Robinson (Amy Walsh) has a cunning plan relating to John Sugden's (Oliver Farnworth) ashes. Here's everything you need to know about the episodes of Emmerdale airing between Monday, 9th and Friday, 13th February. 4 Emmerdale spoilers for next week 1. Paddy Dingle realises Bear Wolf needs help Bear's secret is divulged next week when Dylan confesses to April that he was there when Ray was murdered, and the circumstances surrounding it. He explains that the death was purely unintentional, and that Paddy was being threatened. When Paddy learns of Dylan's actions, he's furious and Bear spirals amid the commotion. April reckons that they should go to the police, but the idea is firmly shut down as it could make it look like everyone was involved in a conspiracy. With the murder all over the news, Paddy fears that consulting a counsellor to help his dad would be too risky. Later, Bear finds April crying, and when she admits that she's scared the police will charge her for her past misdemeanours. He speaks openly about how much he regrets killing Ray, and she reassures him that they're all supportive. However, when she paints Ray as a bad man, he breaks down and is clearly conflicted. Paddy rushes in and finally realises his dad may need professional aid. He reassures April that h…

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7 Coronation Street spoilers next week: Carl Webster plans arson attack as fan-favourite returns
type: item
date: 2026-02-03T00:01:03.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: Daniel Osbourne is suspicious, David Platt is confused by Jodie Ramsay and Todd Grimshaw collapses.
encoded: It's another busy week in Weatherfield, with a number of Coronation Street residents becoming increasingly suspicious of one another. David Platt (Jack P. Shepherd) reckons there's something shifty about sister-in-law Jodie Ramsey (Olivia Frances Brown), while Daniel Osbourne (Rob Mallard) is handed an intriguing clue about the identity of his Christmas attacker. Meanwhile, Bernie Winter-Alahan (Jane Hazlegrove) is desperate to hide her scandalous night of drink and drugs from husband Dev (Jimmi Harkishin), and Debbie Webster (Sue Devaney) bumps into an old face - Lou Michaelis (Farrel Hegarty)! Elsewhere, an exhausted Todd Grimshaw (Gareth Pierce) collapses, and Carl Webster (Jonathan Howard) has a sinister plan for his mother's hotel. Here's everything happening in Coronation Street between Monday 9th and Friday 13th February. 7 Coronation Street spoilers for next week 1. David Platt is suspicious of Jodie Ramsey's meddling Shona is more convinced than ever before that Jodie is hiding something and follows her to a psychiatric hospital where she is meeting their confused, estranged father. Jodie explains how she was his sole-carer after her mother's disappearance and had reached breaking point. Back at home, Shona snaps at Lily and David tells her to take the afternoon off. Shona decides to go and visit her dad, but Jodie manipulates her into having a night out instead. The girls head to the Bistro, where Carl ups his flirting game and Shona rounds on him. Jodie puts on some false tears and plies her sister with alcohol, summoning David to carry her home. The next day, she tells her brother-in-law that she's been made to feel very welcome at No. 8, but he reckons there's something strange about her and confides in Nick. When alone, she pulls out a locket from her trinket box. What is she hiding? As David goes to leave, Jodie presents him with a hot breakfast to take to work and he's forced to mask his unease. She sets about running some errands, including dusting …

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