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The shocking Married at First Sight allegations are yet another sobering reminder of reality TV’s dark side

The shocking Married at First Sight allegations are yet another sobering reminder of reality TV’s dark side

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more It was billed as a “social experiment”. In each season of Married at First Sight, a lineup of hopeful singles walk down the aisle to be greeted by a complete stranger, someone who has supposedly been selected as their perfect match. A mock wedding ensues – and the “newlyweds”, two people who have never previously laid eyes on each other, then proceed to move in together to see if they can make their relationship work. And throughout every tentative kiss, stony silence and explosive row, the cameras are rolling. As far as dating shows go, it is a high-stakes, high-emotion format – and one that pulls in a lot of viewers. In September 2024, the UK version of MAFS (as it is known by …

Selena Gomez’s shocking ‘5-year-old’ diet exposed by husband Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez’s shocking ‘5-year-old’ diet exposed by husband Benny Blanco

Published by Daniella Wilson

Selena Gomez is just like us when it comes to her food cravings, as her husband, Benny Blanco, revealed to Gwyneth Paltrow at a Goop Podcast live show.  Benny told the Goop founder that Selena “has the diet of a five-year-old child”, and that she liked to eat “whatever is bad for your diet”.  “This morning I walked in, and she was eating Jack in the Box at 6:45 in the morning,” he added, referring to the food chain.  © InstagramBenny shared that Selena was a big fan of takeout The music producer shared that his wife “doesn’t really like fruits or vegetables,” but that she loves to eat food from Goop Kitchen, Gwyneth’s health-focused takeout meal company. However, Selena always leaves the lettuce for Benny when she gets a Goop salad bowl, and eats “everything on top of the salad” instead. “This is NOT Goop approved!” Gwyneth joked.  © Getty Images Comfort food fan Benny previously revealed that Selena was a big fan of comfort food due to her Texan roots. “If I hit her with the steak night, I’m getting love …

Shocking turtle photo reveals efforts to combat illegal wildlife trade

Shocking turtle photo reveals efforts to combat illegal wildlife trade

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The winning photograph, Handprint on Sea Turtle by Britta Jaschinski Britta Jaschinski/Environmental​ Photography Award 2026 The illegal trade in live and dead animals funds crime and political corruption and threatens biodiversity. Sadly, prosecutions are rare. Alexandra Thomas and Louise Gibson at the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) Wildlife Forensic Lab are working on techniques to change that. This image of a green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) shows a glowing handprint, revealed by a special fluorescent powder dye photographed under ultraviolet light, which may serve as forensic evidence to help catch poachers and animal traffickers. Under UV, certain chemicals can also reveal blood and other bodily fluids, and gunpowder residues. The image, taken by Britta Jaschinski, is the overall winner in this year’s Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation’s Environmental Photography Award. Jaschinski says the dead turtle was confiscated at London’s Heathrow Airport and transported to ZSL, but that details about how the handprint was left on the turtle, and by whom, are “highly confidential”. “Many species, from well-known animals like elephants and rhinos to lesser-known …

Coronation Street’s Theo star teases shocking killer reveal that fans won’t see coming

Coronation Street’s Theo star teases shocking killer reveal that fans won’t see coming

Published by Daniella Wilson

Coronation Street star James Cartwright has teased what’s to come in the major whodunnit plotline after the murder of Theo Silverton. Abusive Theo, who was central to Corrie’s hard-hitting domestic abuse storyline with Todd Grimshaw (Gareth Pierce), was found dead in an alley at the beginning of May. Now the search for the culprit is underway, with multiple suspects having plenty of reason to kill off the cruel and manipulative character. Speaking to Radio Times at the BAFTA Television Awards 2026 in London this Sunday, actor James Cartwright teased he knows who dealt the fatal blow to his character, and viewers are in for a shock. “If I told you, I’d have to kill you. Is that a price you’re willing to pay?” he joked. James Cartwright as Theo Silverton in Coronation Street ITV “My gosh, it was so exciting, and I feel so honoured and blessed to have been at the show at the time, and I think it’s really, really thriving,” Theo said of his exit storyline. “And I think that you had two! …

How Tess Daly is publicly protecting herself after shocking split from husband of 22 years, Vernon Kay

How Tess Daly is publicly protecting herself after shocking split from husband of 22 years, Vernon Kay

Published by Sam Flores

Tess Daly and Vernon Kay revealed the shock news that they are “amicably” ending their 22-year marriage on Friday, with a statement on social media. The British TV personalities, who married in 2003, said in their joint message that they remain “great friends” and that there were “no other parties involved in the decision.” The couple married in 2003 (GETTY) While fans were no doubt blindsided by the news, the former husband and wife duo, looking happier than ever just weeks ago, on a lavish family holiday, the former Strictly Come Dancing host has made one move to publicly protect herself following the news. On her Instagram account, Tess has disabled the comments section from her most recent posts, likely to prevent followers from speculating about her recent split. The couple’s decision to part ways comes less than a year after Tess confirmed that she was stepping away from presenting Strictly Come Dancing, which she had been starring in since 2004. Surprising news The news feels particularly surprising as the former couple seems to have …

Where is Channel 4 star Doctor Christian Jessen now after leaving TV amid shocking legal battle

Where is Channel 4 star Doctor Christian Jessen now after leaving TV amid shocking legal battle

Published by Sam Flores

After qualifying as a doctor in 2000, Doctor Christian Jessen shot to fame in the early noughties, appearing on a slew of health-related documentary programmes. From Supersize vs Superskinny to Embarrassing Bodies, as well as going incognito for controversial Channel 4 documentaries such as Undercover Doctor: Cure Me I’m Gay, it seemed the British doctor was on our screens most evenings. But after his years of dominating UK TV, in 2022, after accumulating a rather impressive media empire from multiple book deals to spin-off shows after years on our screens, Christian took a noticeable step back from the spotlight when it was revealed he wouldn’t be returning for the latest series of Embarrassing Bodies, a show he joined in 2007. Dr Christian built a media empire (Getty Images) So, where is Doctor Christian now? And why did he leave the bright lights of showbiz so abruptly? Where is Doctor Christian Jessen now? After years under the glittering lights of the world of television, Doctor Christan now operates away from the public eye at a clinic …

Jake Hall death: Denise Van Outen shares tribute following ‘shocking’ death of TOWIE star

Jake Hall death: Denise Van Outen shares tribute following ‘shocking’ death of TOWIE star

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Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Denise Van Outen has joined DJ Fat Tony and Blue singer Antony Costa in paying tribute to The Only Way is Essex star Jake Hall, who has died aged 35. On Thursday (7 May), it was announced that the reality TV star had been found dead at a holiday villa in Majorca, Spain. The 51-year-old shared her fond memories of working with Hall at the Women’s Football Awards on Thursday. She told The Daily Mail: “I’ve worked on the show since it started and with any loss within our TOWIE family it is heartbreaking. But he was so lovely whenever I saw him out and he was so friendly and so talented.” Van Outen has voiced TOWIE since the series started in 2010. Hall joined the 14th season, which aired in 2015, and remained on the show for three seasons. “I …

Number One Fan ending: Lucy Logan in limbo following shocking twist

Number One Fan ending: Lucy Logan in limbo following shocking twist

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*Contains major spoilers for Number One Fan* Just when it looked like Lucy Logan had regained her footing after her role in Ben Hughes’s death was exposed in Number One Fan, Donna Hughes was quick to remind her who was really in control. After the pair framed former tabloid talk show host Stewart Jones for holding Lucy hostage in revenge for the death of Donna’s brother – who took his own life after appearing on Stewart’s show – Lucy appeared to be out of the woods. Donna was satisfied that Lucy had finally taken responsibility for her actions following the release of the incriminating video and her frank admission of guilt. And now Stewart would pay for his role in the tragedy with a lengthy prison sentence. But Lucy’s relief at returning to the Lucy Logan Live couch was short-lived. Number One Fan ending explained Not only had Lucy managed to miraculously salvage her reputation, Donna had also been handed her own segment on the show – and viewers loved her. But things soon took …