Entertainment
New Harvest series on BBC Two explores farmers’ fight to feed the UK
Harvest, a new series for BBC Two, hosted by Gregg Wallace and Philippa Forrester, will reveal the secrets behind the culmination of our crop-growing season, and shed light on British farming and its contribution to our food.
David Beckham tops list of roles models for boys - ahead of dad
Dads have been dealt a blow – as they came second to David Beckham in a poll of kids’ role models. The study, carried out among 1,000 11-18 year olds, found boys place dads in second place to the former Real Madrid and England star, with Wimbledon winner Andy Murray in third.
Huw Edwards on voyage to find Welsh people who have shaped Australia
In a new programme for BBC Cymru Wales, Huw Edwards travels to Australia to discover the Welsh people, past and present, who have shaped the nation. In Wales In Australia With Huw Edwards he finds that Welsh people have played a big part in Australia’s remarkable success story.
BBC Sport sees highest online live viewing since 2012 Olympic Games
This year the BBC brought audiences the most comprehensive digital coverage of Wimbledon ever, with up to 10 live streams and on-demand content available across four screens - PCs, mobiles, tablets and connected TVs.
Stunning photographic exhibition on display at the Stratford Butterfly Farm
Visitors to the Stratford Butterfly Farm will be able to see a stunning photographic display by well-known wildlife photographer Peter Farmer of Survivalphotos.
Ragley to host spectacular Battle Proms open air concert
Ragley in Warwickshire is to host its third spectacular Battle Proms open air concert on Saturday 31 August. Guests are invited to pack up their picnic hampers and enjoy an unrivalled blend of musical talent, expert displays, spectacular pyrotechnics and a celebratory atmosphere which makes the Battle Proms a truly memorable occasion.
Hard Rock Couture - A music inspired fashion collection
A stunning new exhibition of clothing items from pop and rock superstars and legends including Madonna, Lady Gaga, Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson and Elton John are to go on display in the UK this summer courtesy of a never-seen-before touring memorabilia exhibition produced by Hard Rock Cafe.
The Last Leg returns to Channel 4 for a third series
The award-winning gang show ‘The Last Leg’ returns live to prime time Channel 4 with a joyful, off beat take on the week, that aims to celebrate all that is best from around the world.
Outstanding finance top risk for used car buyers
Channel 5’s Cowboy Traders has put the spotlight on the risks of buying used cars, highlighting that outstanding finance is a key concern for buyers and sellers alike.
Virgin Media invites TV customers to come Play Games
Virgin Media has announced the launch of a new casual TV gaming portal, Play Games.
The joy of Disco hits Soho
Soho will be dancing to a different beat this summer with the launch of Disco, an underground boîte inspired by the disco movement, which started in 1970s Manhattan.
Million Pound Drop app tops two million
The return of Million Pound Drop Live on Channel 4 saw a rush of over 300,000 down loads of the programme’s play along app, pushing the total download figure to 2.1 m.
Danny Dyer joins cast of Hollyoaks Later
Lime Pictures and E4 have announced that Danny Dyer has joined the cast of Hollyoaks Later as a ruthless ex-pat known as ‘The White Man’.
Iconic 007 Lotus Esprit ‘Submarine’ car to go under the hammer
“Pay attention, 007, RM Auctions is about to sell one of my most ingenious creations and we wouldn’t want it to fall into enemy hands”.
Amazon.co.uk MP3 Store now optimised for iPhone and iPod touch
Amazon.co.uk has announced the launch of its MP3 Store optimised specifically for iPhone and iPod touch.