By THOMAS KAPLAN and NICHOLAS FANDOS from NYT U.S. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/27/us/politics/convention-highlights.html?partner=IFTTT
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Democratic Convention Night 2: What You Missed
By THOMAS KAPLAN and NICHOLAS FANDOS from NYT U.S. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/27/us/politics/convention-highlights.html?partner=IFTTT
Wagner Work
By DEB AMLEN from NYT Crosswords & Games http://wordplay.blogs.nytimes.com/2016/07/26/wagner-work/?partner=IFTTT
Jason is the winner with Hughie second - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Jason has won Big Brother 2016 beating Hughie into second place.
Hughie and Jason await final result
Jason hears he is the winner
More to follow.
Hughie and Jason await final result
Jason hears he is the winner
More to follow.
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Jackson finishes third - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Jackson is the third place housemate in Big Brother 2016.
Jackson leaves the house
Jackson interview.
Jackson interviewed
...[Read more]
Jackson leaves the house
Jackson interview.
Jackson interviewed
...[Read more]
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Andy finishes 4th - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Andy is the fourth place housemate in Big Brother 2016.
Andy leaves the house
More to follow.
Andy leaves the house
More to follow.
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Jayne finishes 6th and Evelyn 5th - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
In tonight's final Jayne left in sixth place and Evelyn left in fifth, with both housemates leaving the house together.
Jayne and Evelyn leave house.
Jayne and Evelyn interview.
...[Read more]
Jayne and Evelyn leave house.
Jayne and Evelyn interview.
...[Read more]
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'19 Kids and Counting' Star Jinger Duggar Gets Engaged
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Monday, July 25, 2016
The Final Six - Andy, Evelyn, Hughie, Jackson, Jason and Jayne - voting numbers - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
After Sam Giffen and Alex Cannon's eviction shown in tonight's show these are the final six.
The Big Brother live final is on, Tuesday 26 July, at 9pm on Channel 5
Here are the voting numbers for the finalists:
Andy
To vote for Andy to WIN, call:
6 50 58 03 (Mobile)
090 20 44 58 03 (Landline)
Evelyn
...[Read more]
The Big Brother live final is on, Tuesday 26 July, at 9pm on Channel 5
Here are the voting numbers for the finalists:
Andy
To vote for Andy to WIN, call:
6 50 58 03 (Mobile)
090 20 44 58 03 (Landline)
Evelyn
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Review: UnReal season two’s failure as a drama and reality TV satire
A review of season two of Lifetime's UnReal, which has lost its way in season two, and instead has become just like the worst of reality TV. Read this story »
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Daily Update: Day 48 - Monday 25th July 10pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 48
Shown: Tonight, Monday 25th July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: The house has been transformed in to Big Brother’s Twisted Carnival… Housemates enjoy a day of fun games. In as shock twist two Housemates are immediately evicted from the house. The six finalists celebrate their time in the Big Brother house.
Tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side comes live from the Big Brother House, with host Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5. Guests include ex Eastenders’ Danielle Harold, Shaun Williamson and Nina Wadia, plus ex Housemate Laura Carter.
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Housemates wake up to find that the Garden...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Monday 25th July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: The house has been transformed in to Big Brother’s Twisted Carnival… Housemates enjoy a day of fun games. In as shock twist two Housemates are immediately evicted from the house. The six finalists celebrate their time in the Big Brother house.
Tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side comes live from the Big Brother House, with host Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5. Guests include ex Eastenders’ Danielle Harold, Shaun Williamson and Nina Wadia, plus ex Housemate Laura Carter.
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Housemates wake up to find that the Garden...[Read more]
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How Real Housewives opening titles are filmed
Who decides which star of each The Real Housewives season gets center billing in the show's opening title sequence? And how is it filmed? Answers. Read this story »
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Sunday, July 24, 2016
Daily Update: Day 47 - Sunday 24th July 9pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 47
Shown: Tonight, Sunday 24th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Ex Housemates Ryan, Georgina, Charlie and Lateysha return to the Big Brother house… Big Brother’s Trail Task stirs it up – Jackson and Hughie are happy to see their other halves, Jason lets rip in the Diary Room and Evelyn hakes a hasty retreat.
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Evelyn is in the Diary Room taking to Big Brother about life without ex Housemate and bestie, Laura.
o Evelyn: “Its weird how attached you get…I miss her, she was my only true friend in here.”
· Hughie and Jayne are discussing last night’s Award Show. He tells her that Andy’s...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Sunday 24th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Ex Housemates Ryan, Georgina, Charlie and Lateysha return to the Big Brother house… Big Brother’s Trail Task stirs it up – Jackson and Hughie are happy to see their other halves, Jason lets rip in the Diary Room and Evelyn hakes a hasty retreat.
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Evelyn is in the Diary Room taking to Big Brother about life without ex Housemate and bestie, Laura.
o Evelyn: “Its weird how attached you get…I miss her, she was my only true friend in here.”
· Hughie and Jayne are discussing last night’s Award Show. He tells her that Andy’s...[Read more]
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Saturday, July 23, 2016
A former Big Brother houseguest just sold her company for $1.2 billion
Jamie Kern, who appeared on season one of CBS' Big Brother, has sold her makeup and skin care company IT Cosmetics to L'Oreal for $1.2 billion. Read this story »
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Friday, July 22, 2016
Big Brother’s Battle Back: the best bring-back twist yet, thanks to the challenges
A recap and review of Big Brother 18's Battle Back, which brought back an evicted houseguest (Glenn, Jozea, Victor, Bronte, Tiffany) after four challenges. Read this story »
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Laura Evicted - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Laura Carter was the ninth housemate evicted from Big Brother 2016, on Friday's eviction show.
Since Wednesday, the public have been voting to evict Andy, Jackson, Jason and Laura in the last eviction of the series, just days before next Tuesday’s final.
Emma first announced the two housemates that were safe from eviction - Andy and Jackson. Laura and Jason were left in suspense for a little while longer before Emma announced that Laura had received the fewest votes. Laura was evicted.
Following the announcement, Laura said her goodbyes and left the house to a mixture of boos and cheers from the live audience.
Emma asked Laura what she felt about tonight’s result: “I honestly...[Read more]
Since Wednesday, the public have been voting to evict Andy, Jackson, Jason and Laura in the last eviction of the series, just days before next Tuesday’s final.
Emma first announced the two housemates that were safe from eviction - Andy and Jackson. Laura and Jason were left in suspense for a little while longer before Emma announced that Laura had received the fewest votes. Laura was evicted.
Following the announcement, Laura said her goodbyes and left the house to a mixture of boos and cheers from the live audience.
Emma asked Laura what she felt about tonight’s result: “I honestly...[Read more]
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Daily Update Day 45 Friday 22nd July 9pm Highlights Preview / Recap and Live Eviction - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 45
Shown: Tonight, Friday 22nd July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Jayne and Hughie are set a secret mission and housemates’ home truths are read out into the house by Big Brother
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Paisley Billings, Matt Richardson, Jess Wright and tonight’s evictee
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Jayne is in the diary room talking to Big Brother; “Everyone’s pulling together, I don’t think one person wants to leave before the end. People are nervous and want to get through. It may be the saddest eviction as we’re so near.”
· Big...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Friday 22nd July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Jayne and Hughie are set a secret mission and housemates’ home truths are read out into the house by Big Brother
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Paisley Billings, Matt Richardson, Jess Wright and tonight’s evictee
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Jayne is in the diary room talking to Big Brother; “Everyone’s pulling together, I don’t think one person wants to leave before the end. People are nervous and want to get through. It may be the saddest eviction as we’re so near.”
· Big...[Read more]
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TV Maestro Donald Trump Took His Reality Show to Cleveland
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Arts http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2016/07/22/arts/ap-us-tv-convention-donald-trump.html?partner=IFTTT
Interview: Homestead Rescue’s Marty Raney on how the show is produced
An interview with Marty Raney about his Discovery Channel show Homestead Rescue, which he says is authentic. One couple featured, however, was not happy. Read this story »
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Thursday, July 21, 2016
VH1’s Top Model reboot announces its new host and judges
The judges and host for America's Next Top Model 23, which will air on VH1, have been announced. Producer Tyra Banks will also appear on the new season. Read this story »
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Review: The Runner is an exciting competition that was worth the wait
A review of go90's The Runner, the Matt Damon and Ben Affleck-produced series that offers thrilling daily episodes and cash for viewers. Read this story »
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Jayne visits hospital after task [Day 44] - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
On tonight’s show (10 PM on Channel 5) Jayne has to leave the house and visit hospital for medical attention after falling off a bridge the housemates had built over the pool, for a task.
As part of the task, housemates will be shown to attempt to knock Jayne off her bridge by throwing water balloons and wet sponges at her. Jackson throws a wet sponge that hits her, which makes her lose her balance. Housemates help Jayne out of the pool and a medic is called to attend to her. As a precaution, Jayne is led out of the house and taken to hospital. Jackson feels guilty, housemates reassure him that is was an accident
Big Brother explains to the housemates that Jayne is fine and receiving expert medical attention...[Read more]
As part of the task, housemates will be shown to attempt to knock Jayne off her bridge by throwing water balloons and wet sponges at her. Jackson throws a wet sponge that hits her, which makes her lose her balance. Housemates help Jayne out of the pool and a medic is called to attend to her. As a precaution, Jayne is led out of the house and taken to hospital. Jackson feels guilty, housemates reassure him that is was an accident
Big Brother explains to the housemates that Jayne is fine and receiving expert medical attention...[Read more]
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Daily Update: Day 44 - Thursday 21st July 10pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 44
Shown: Tonight, Thursday 21st July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Housemates take part in a bridge building task and are rewarded with letters from home
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Dee Kelly, Emma Jenson and Frankie Cocozza
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· This week, Sam choose to save Jayne from eviction and replaced her with Andy
· Laura is upset in the diary room; “I’ve forgiven Sam for not saving me, I’m still disappointed. I’ll deal with it my way; I’ll keep smiling and forgive.”
· Andy reveals to Sam that he is...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Thursday 21st July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Housemates take part in a bridge building task and are rewarded with letters from home
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Dee Kelly, Emma Jenson and Frankie Cocozza
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· This week, Sam choose to save Jayne from eviction and replaced her with Andy
· Laura is upset in the diary room; “I’ve forgiven Sam for not saving me, I’m still disappointed. I’ll deal with it my way; I’ll keep smiling and forgive.”
· Andy reveals to Sam that he is...[Read more]
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The Apotheosis of Donald J. Trump
By THOMAS B. EDSALL from NYT Opinion http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/21/opinion/campaign-stops/the-apotheosis-of-donald-j-trump.html?partner=IFTTT
Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Drag Race renewed for a “bigger, better and more twisted” season 9
RuPaul's Drag Race season 9 will air next year, now that Logo has renewed the show following the Emmy nomination for RuPaul. Read this story »
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Kat Von D Cuts Ties With Makeup Artist Jeffree Star
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Arts http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2016/07/20/arts/ap-us-people-kat-von-d.html?partner=IFTTT
Big Brother houseguests’ nude photo raises questions
Was it appropriate to have the Big Brother 18 houseguests pose nude? Was the photo even real? Charlie Jenkins examines a photo released by CBS. Read this story »
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Tonight's show: Sam has to save a nominated housemate and replace with another - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
On tonight’s 10 pm Channel 5 highlights show Sam wins a task and has to save one nominated housemate from eviction, and then has to name another housemate to be put up for eviction on Friday.
Housemates nominated for the final time this week, shown yesterday, with Jayne, Laura, Jackson, Jason nominated for eviction.
As part of the task to be shown, housemates go head to head in a quiz where they are asked a series of questions about their time in the house. The quickest housemate to press their button and correctly answer Big Brother’s questions will progresses through a series of zones. The aim of the task is to be one of only five housemates allowed into the winner’s zone, where only five potential prizes...[Read more]
Housemates nominated for the final time this week, shown yesterday, with Jayne, Laura, Jackson, Jason nominated for eviction.
As part of the task to be shown, housemates go head to head in a quiz where they are asked a series of questions about their time in the house. The quickest housemate to press their button and correctly answer Big Brother’s questions will progresses through a series of zones. The aim of the task is to be one of only five housemates allowed into the winner’s zone, where only five potential prizes...[Read more]
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Daily Update: Day 43 - Wednesday 20th July 10pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 43
Shown: Tonight, Wednesday 20th July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Sam is tasked to save one nominated housemate from eviction, he has to name another housemate to replace and put up for eviction on Friday
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include evictee Chelsea, Nikki Grahame, Carol McGiffin, Luke Kempner and Ann Easter
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Housemates nominated for the final time this week, what they don’t know is that one of these names will be saved and replaced in the task
· Andy is talking to Big Brother in the diary room about the...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Wednesday 20th July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Sam is tasked to save one nominated housemate from eviction, he has to name another housemate to replace and put up for eviction on Friday
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include evictee Chelsea, Nikki Grahame, Carol McGiffin, Luke Kempner and Ann Easter
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Housemates nominated for the final time this week, what they don’t know is that one of these names will be saved and replaced in the task
· Andy is talking to Big Brother in the diary room about the...[Read more]
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Hoarders is filming what could be its last season
Hoarders season nine is currently casting and filming. This may be the last season for the show that helps people with hoarding disorder who are in crisis. Read this story »
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Tuesday, July 19, 2016
Republican Convention: Denials of Plagiarism on Day 2
By MATT FLEGENHEIMER and MICHAEL D. SHEAR from NYT U.S. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/19/us/politics/republican-national-convention.html?partner=IFTTT
Republican Convention: Denials of Plagiarism on Day 2
By MATT FLEGENHEIMER and MICHAEL D. SHEAR from NYT U.S. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/19/us/politics/republican-national-convention-briefing.html?partner=IFTTT
Melania Trump Speech Produces Lackluster Early TV Ratings
By REUTERS from NYT Arts http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2016/07/19/arts/19reuters-usa-election-tv.html?partner=IFTTT
Making a Murderer is producing new episodes
Netflix announced that Making a Murderer is producing new episodes that follow Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey's post-conviction lawyers and families. Read this story »
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Daily Update: Day 42 - Tuesday 19th July 9pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 42
Shown: Tonight, Tuesday 19th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Housemates nominate for the final time, their nominations are played into the house and Big Brother throws the housemates a party to celebrate Sam’s birthday
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Tyger Drew Honey, Kerry Katona, Dr Pam Spurr and evictee Lateysha
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Its Sam’s birthday, he’s talking to Big Brother in the diary room; “Birthday in the Big Brother house! Dream come true! When I was 12, 13 years old I always wished I could celebrate a birthday in the...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Tuesday 19th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Housemates nominate for the final time, their nominations are played into the house and Big Brother throws the housemates a party to celebrate Sam’s birthday
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Tyger Drew Honey, Kerry Katona, Dr Pam Spurr and evictee Lateysha
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Its Sam’s birthday, he’s talking to Big Brother in the diary room; “Birthday in the Big Brother house! Dream come true! When I was 12, 13 years old I always wished I could celebrate a birthday in the...[Read more]
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Republican Convention: What to Watch For on Day 2
By MATT FLEGENHEIMER from NYT U.S. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/20/us/politics/republican-national-convention.html?partner=IFTTT
Monday, July 18, 2016
Media Coverage Highlights of GOP's First Night
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Arts http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2016/07/19/arts/ap-us-gop-2016-armchair-convention.html?partner=IFTTT
The Runner’s captured runners have joined the chase as a new team
Bri Hill and Steve Young, the first two runners on go90's The Runner, have re-joined the competition, as a chaser team, #RunnerAllStars. Read this story »
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‘I Feel a Deep Sense of Remorse,’ Donald Trump’s Ghostwriter Says
By ALAN RAPPEPORT from NYT U.S. http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/19/us/politics/trump-book-tony-schwartz.html?partner=IFTTT
A Hunger Crisis in the L.G.B.T. Community
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Daily Update: Day 41 - Monday 18th July 10pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 41
Shown: Tonight, Monday 18th July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Andy becomes the Anchor of BB News as part of a task – and reveals headlines and stories to the housemates from the outside world. Jason reveals that he’s close to cracking and wants to leave the house.
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Christopher Biggins, Liam McGough, Michelle Heaton and evictee Ryan
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· In the pod, Evelyn opens up about Alex; “I knew Alex was attractive, I was worried to be attracted to someone so good looking! He has such a beautiful soul.”...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Monday 18th July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Andy becomes the Anchor of BB News as part of a task – and reveals headlines and stories to the housemates from the outside world. Jason reveals that he’s close to cracking and wants to leave the house.
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Christopher Biggins, Liam McGough, Michelle Heaton and evictee Ryan
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· In the pod, Evelyn opens up about Alex; “I knew Alex was attractive, I was worried to be attracted to someone so good looking! He has such a beautiful soul.”...[Read more]
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The reality stars speaking at Donald Trump’s Republican convention
One-seventh of the speakers at the Republican convention this week are people who've been on reality television shows. A full list, and when to watch them. Read this story »
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U.S. TV Networks, Amid Strong Ad Sales, Boost Coverage for Trump's Convention
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Sunday, July 17, 2016
Republican Convention Will Push Limits of Trump and the News Media
By JIM RUTENBERG from NYT Business Day http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/18/business/media/republican-convention-will-push-limits-of-trump-and-the-news-media.html?partner=IFTTT
Daily Update: Day 40 - Sunday 17th July 9pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 40
Shown: Tonight, Sunday 17th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Jason questions his decision during the final Annihilation Task, Hughie is missing Ryan and Housemates come together for a Task. Andy gets a makeover from Jackson, Hughie’s poolside antics keep his fellow Housemates entertained and Laura shocks Evelyn by deeming Jason as ‘fit’.
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Hughie is in the Diary Room taking about last night’s final Annihilation Task and Jason’s reasons for evicting Ryan.
o Hughie: “Jason 100 per cent bought out his true colours. I really don’t like him.”
· Laura is discussing the crowd booing her during...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Sunday 17th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Jason questions his decision during the final Annihilation Task, Hughie is missing Ryan and Housemates come together for a Task. Andy gets a makeover from Jackson, Hughie’s poolside antics keep his fellow Housemates entertained and Laura shocks Evelyn by deeming Jason as ‘fit’.
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Hughie is in the Diary Room taking about last night’s final Annihilation Task and Jason’s reasons for evicting Ryan.
o Hughie: “Jason 100 per cent bought out his true colours. I really don’t like him.”
· Laura is discussing the crowd booing her during...[Read more]
from ThisisBigBrother News Articles http://www.thisisbigbrother.com/bigbrother17-2016/news-305485/daily-update-day-40-sunday-17th-july-9pm-highlights-preview--recap.html
Saturday, July 16, 2016
Donald Trump the Political Showman, Born on ‘The Apprentice’
By MICHAEL M. GRYNBAUM and ASHLEY PARKER from NYT Business Day http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/17/business/media/donald-trump-apprentice.html?partner=IFTTT
Friday, July 15, 2016
Chris Christie Lost Out on the Job He Wanted. And His Bad Year Got Worse.
By KATE ZERNIKE from NYT N.Y. / Region http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/16/nyregion/chris-christie-lost-out-on-the-job-he-wanted-and-his-bad-year-got-worse.html?partner=IFTTT
Ryan evicted [Day 39] - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Ryan Ruckledge became the seventh housemate to be evicted from Big Brother 2016 on Day 39, after a vote by fellow housemates where they had to choose to evict one of Laura, Ryan and Sam.
Earlier this week evictees Chelsea and Lateysha felt the pain of annihilation.
They returned tonight to speak to Emma Willis live.
Emma asked Lateysha how it feels to be out: “It’s really overwhelming, but cool to be out! I was gutted.”
Emma asked Chelsea about his time in the house: “I didn’t come in there for the money, or fame. I came for the experience. I had had enough. It’s like a pressure cooker in there.”
Chelsea denied saying he told all of his housemates that they were...[Read more]
Earlier this week evictees Chelsea and Lateysha felt the pain of annihilation.
They returned tonight to speak to Emma Willis live.
Emma asked Lateysha how it feels to be out: “It’s really overwhelming, but cool to be out! I was gutted.”
Emma asked Chelsea about his time in the house: “I didn’t come in there for the money, or fame. I came for the experience. I had had enough. It’s like a pressure cooker in there.”
Chelsea denied saying he told all of his housemates that they were...[Read more]
from ThisisBigBrother News Articles http://www.thisisbigbrother.com/bigbrother17-2016/news-305371/ryan-evicted-day-39.html
Donald Trump and Mike Pence: The Political Reality Show
By THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion http://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/16/opinion/donald-trump-and-mike-pence-the-political-reality-show.html?partner=IFTTT
What reality TV are you watching this summer?
reality blurred wants to know: What are you watching? What reality TV has your attention this summer? What amazing show are you recommending to friends? Read this story »
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from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/what-summer-tv-are-you-watching/
Daily Update Day 38 Friday 15th July 9pm Highlights Preview / Recap and Live Eviction - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 38
Shown: Tonight, Friday 15th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Housemates are punished for breaking the rules. Emma will be live from the house for Big Brother: The Evictions where one housemate will be evicted
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 10.30pm on Channel 5, guests include Dan Wootton, Vanessa Feltz, Philip Olivier and tonight's evictee
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Annihilation week is coming to an end. After rules were broken, Big Brother announces that all poor housemates will be punished
· The poor housemates’ food has been replaced with slop, and all poor...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Friday 15th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Housemates are punished for breaking the rules. Emma will be live from the house for Big Brother: The Evictions where one housemate will be evicted
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 10.30pm on Channel 5, guests include Dan Wootton, Vanessa Feltz, Philip Olivier and tonight's evictee
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Annihilation week is coming to an end. After rules were broken, Big Brother announces that all poor housemates will be punished
· The poor housemates’ food has been replaced with slop, and all poor...[Read more]
from ThisisBigBrother News Articles http://www.thisisbigbrother.com/bigbrother17-2016/news-305293/daily-update-day-38-friday-15th-july-9pm-highlights-preview--recap-and-live-eviction.html
Thursday, July 14, 2016
Teams plus returnees have ruined Big Brother 18 and its potential
Big Brother 18's third live eviction may have been a blindside, but the power in the house remains the same because of this season's team twist. Read this story »
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/teams-returnees-ruined-big-brother-18/
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/teams-returnees-ruined-big-brother-18/
SYTYCD winner, current mentor charged with domestic violence
So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation mentor Joshua Allen didn't appear on Monday's episode. Today, he was charged with several felonies. Read this story »
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/sytycd-joshua-allen-charges/
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/sytycd-joshua-allen-charges/
The reality TV shows and hosts nominated for Emmys
The Television Academy announced nominees for the 68th annual Emmy Awards, and in the reality TV categories, there were new shows and new people nominated. Read this story »
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/reality-tv-emmy-nominations-2016/
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/reality-tv-emmy-nominations-2016/
Daily Update: Day 37 - Thursday 14th July 9pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 37
Shown: Tonight, Thursday 14th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Annihilation week continues, housemates must decide whether they want to live as rich or poor housemates
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include John McCririck, Luisa Zissman, Anna Williamson and evicted housemate Georgina
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
• Annihilation week continues, yesterday Jason earned himself £20,000 from the prize fund and evicted Lateysha
• Evelyn and Alex shared a bed last night
• On the sofas, Jayne confirms to Jason; “I’m...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Thursday 14th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Annihilation week continues, housemates must decide whether they want to live as rich or poor housemates
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include John McCririck, Luisa Zissman, Anna Williamson and evicted housemate Georgina
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
• Annihilation week continues, yesterday Jason earned himself £20,000 from the prize fund and evicted Lateysha
• Evelyn and Alex shared a bed last night
• On the sofas, Jayne confirms to Jason; “I’m...[Read more]
from ThisisBigBrother News Articles http://www.thisisbigbrother.com/bigbrother17-2016/news-305187/daily-update-day-37-thursday-14th-july-9pm-highlights-preview--recap.html
The best and worst of America’s Got Talent’s judge cuts
America's Got Talent's judges narrowed 40 acts to 14 this week. Here are the acts that made it through, and ones that should have gone on to the live shows. Read this story »
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/americas-got-talent-11-first-judge-cuts-week/
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/americas-got-talent-11-first-judge-cuts-week/
Wednesday, July 13, 2016
NBC’s new startup competition has mentors, $1 million investments
Funded, a competition for venture capital investments that will have startups mentored by Tyra Banks, Rob Dyrdek, and Rohan Oza, has been ordered by NBC. Read this story »
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/nbc-funded-tyra-banks-rob-dyrdek-rohan-oza/
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/nbc-funded-tyra-banks-rob-dyrdek-rohan-oza/
Daily Update: Day 36 - Wednesday 13th July 10pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 36
Shown: Tonight, Wednesday 13th July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Annihilation week continues, tension is in the air and one housemate must decide who to evict
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Tina Malone, Paisley Billings, Bobby Norris, Ann Easter and the sixth evictee
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Annihilation week continues, so far Chelsea has been evicted and Andy won immunity
· In the bedroom, Laura reveals; “The show Benidorm, I actually have auditioned to be Johnny Vegas’ prostitute!”
· Jackson is in the diary room;...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Wednesday 13th July 10pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Annihilation week continues, tension is in the air and one housemate must decide who to evict
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Tina Malone, Paisley Billings, Bobby Norris, Ann Easter and the sixth evictee
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· Annihilation week continues, so far Chelsea has been evicted and Andy won immunity
· In the bedroom, Laura reveals; “The show Benidorm, I actually have auditioned to be Johnny Vegas’ prostitute!”
· Jackson is in the diary room;...[Read more]
from ThisisBigBrother News Articles http://www.thisisbigbrother.com/bigbrother17-2016/news-305036/daily-update-day-36-wednesday-13th-july-10pm-highlights-preview--recap.html
Reality TV is dominating broadcast and cable ratings this summer
Unscripted, reality, and game shows—never mind the Olympics—are absolutely dominating in the ratings so far this summer. Read this story »
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/reality-summer-ratings-domination/
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/reality-summer-ratings-domination/
Tuesday, July 12, 2016
Daily Update: Day 35 - Tuesday 12th July 9pm Highlights Preview / Recap - Big Brother 17 [bb 2016]
Daily Update: Day 35
Shown: Tonight, Tuesday 12th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Annihilation week is in full swing, Andy is awarded immunity for the week and Big Brother reveals opinions from the viewing public
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Jake Quickenden, Carol McGiffin, Josie Gibson, John James and Luke Kempner
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· It’s Annihilation week, all housemates are facing eviction, who leaves throughout the week is decided by the house
· Chelsea became the first housemate to be annihilated, housemates are on edge
·...[Read more]
Shown: Tonight, Tuesday 12th July 9pm on Channel 5
On tonight’s show: Annihilation week is in full swing, Andy is awarded immunity for the week and Big Brother reveals opinions from the viewing public
On tonight’s Big Brother’s Bit On The Side with Rylan Clark-Neal at 11.05pm on Channel 5, guests include Jake Quickenden, Carol McGiffin, Josie Gibson, John James and Luke Kempner
Key highlights and quotes from tonight’s show:
· It’s Annihilation week, all housemates are facing eviction, who leaves throughout the week is decided by the house
· Chelsea became the first housemate to be annihilated, housemates are on edge
·...[Read more]
from ThisisBigBrother News Articles http://www.thisisbigbrother.com/bigbrother17-2016/news-304924/daily-update-day-35-tuesday-12th-july-9pm-highlights-preview--recap.html
A gay bachelor dating series will air this fall
A gay version of The Bachelor, Logo's Finding Prince Charming, will air this fall, hosted by Lance Bass and featuring an all-gay cast, unlike Bravo's Boy Meets Boy. Read this story »
from reality blurred http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2016/07/logo-finding-prince-charming-gay-bachelor/
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