Aaliyah Rugg

HBO Max has renewed IT: Welcome to Derry for a second season. Set in 1935 during the Great Depression, the new season will focus on the bloody Bradley Gang massacre and further explore Pennywise and Derry’s history. Fans have largely welcomed the renewal, although some question the prequel setting and worry it could lead to a delayed release; no release date has been announced.

Netflix has announced the cast for season three of Love Is Blind UK, which returns on August 19 with Matt and Emma Willis as hosts. The contestants include Glasgow senior finance officer Komel and Scottish car salesperson Neive, alongside singles from across the UK. The participants will date without meeting face to face, become engaged before seeing each other, and then live together while planning their weddings.

Venezuela Fury and Noah Price discussed their recent marriage and future plans during an appearance on ITV's This Morning. Noah said he immediately knew he wanted to marry Venezuela and revealed that Tyson Fury warmly approved the relationship and treated him like a son. The couple addressed criticism of their age difference, with Venezuela defending her decision to marry young, and she expressed interest in appearing in a reality programme of their own following the popularity of At Home with the Furys.

Love Island contestant Ellie Chadwick has been seen wearing a gold clover-design necklace and matching bracelet in the villa. The jewellery resembles Van Cleef & Arpels' Vintage Alhambra designs, although its authenticity cannot be verified; the comparable necklace costs about £11,600 and the bracelet about £4,500. The luxury brand's accessories are frequently seen on Love Island, prompting viewers to question whether contestants wear genuine pieces or cheaper alternatives.

Eurovision viewers and commentators have identified Australia’s Delta Goodrem as a leading contender to win the 2026 contest after her performance of “Eclipse” in Vienna. Graham Norton praised the arena reaction, while fans on X described the performance as flawless and worthy of victory. Voting remains open until the Grand Final winner is announced. The article also reviews Australia’s Eurovision history, including its participation since 2015 and the role of the Special Broadcasting Service in broadcasting and supporting the contest.

BBC Eurovision commentator Graham Norton repeatedly mocked presenters Victoria Swarovski and Michael Ostrowski during the grand final in Vienna, criticising their presenting style, Michael’s outfit and a Eurovision song-naming game. Viewers on social media largely welcomed Norton’s jokes and praised his commentary, while Austria hosted the contest after JJ’s victory the previous year.

Eurovision 2026 viewers criticised a new voting system that opened before the performances began and required fans to submit all votes in one transaction. Viewers questioned whether early voting could fairly reflect the music and raised concerns about suspicious voting, while others objected to the 15p-per-vote online charge. The final was hosted in Vienna, with the UK represented by Look Mum No Computer; several countries, including Spain, had withdrawn after Israel qualified amid its ongoing military operations in Gaza.

Married at First Sight Australia will move from its usual 7:30pm slot to 8pm on E4 on May 13 and 14, as the 13th season concludes with reunion episodes. The reunion will revisit the couples’ relationships and unresolved conflicts, including Scott and Gia’s breakup, while Filip and Stella and Rachel and Steven have expressed hopes of continuing their relationships. The US version is scheduled to begin on E4 on May 18.

Netflix true-crime documentary Should I Marry a Murderer? has attracted 10.6 million global views and nearly 27 million viewing hours since its April 29 release, ranking second worldwide and first in the UK. The three-part series follows forensic pathologist Caroline Muirhead after her fiancé, Alexander “Sandy” McKellar, confesses to killing missing cyclist Tony Parsons and hiding the body. Directed by Josh Allott, the documentary explores Muirhead’s dilemma over whether to remain loyal or report the crime and has received strongly positive reactions from viewers.

The BBC documentary series Surgeons: At the End of Life returns with a new episode filmed in Scotland. Broadcasting on BBC Two at 9pm on 6 May 2026, the episode follows NHS Lothian surgeons treating patients with rare penile cancer and severe endometriosis, including partial amputation and complex organ-removal procedures. The series is praised for its uncensored access to high-risk operations and the expertise of NHS staff.

Former Married at First Sight Australia participants Jacqui Burfoot and Clint Rice, who were partnered with other people on the programme, have married in real life. The couple began dating in November 2024, announced their engagement in April 2025, and confirmed that they married on 20 April 2026 in a ceremony overlooking New Zealand's Lake Wakatipu. Fans responded with congratulations, while some also referenced the controversy surrounding Burfoot's time on the show.

Netflix’s three-part documentary Should I Marry a Murderer? examines how Glasgow pathologist Caroline Muirhead learned that her fiancé, Highland gamekeeper Alexander “Sandy” McKellar, had confessed to fatally striking cyclist Tony Parsons in 2017 and helping conceal his body with his twin brother, Robert. After McKellar disclosed the crime in 2020, Muirhead covertly helped police locate the body. McKellar pleaded guilty to culpable homicide before trial and received a 12-year prison sentence in 2023, while Robert McKellar was sentenced to five years and three months.

Netflix’s three-part documentary Should I Marry a Murderer? recounts how forensic pathologist Caroline Muirhead learned that her fiancé, Alexander “Sandy” McKellar, had killed cyclist Tony Parsons and concealed his body with help from his twin brother. Caroline secretly marked the burial site with a Red Bull can, contacted police and helped them recover Parsons’ remains, leading to the brothers’ apprehension. She says that making the documentary was difficult but cathartic and has helped her begin rebuilding her life.

Netflix has released the three-part documentary Should I Marry a Murderer?, which follows forensic pathologist Caroline Muirhead after her fiancé, Scottish gamekeeper Alexander “Sandy” McKellar, confessed that he had fatally struck cyclist Tony Parsons and concealed the crime. The film examines Muirhead’s dilemma over whether to protect the man she loved or report the confession, as well as the need to support people who become witnesses to crimes committed by intimate partners. Director Josh Allott said Muirhead’s vulnerability raises broader questions about how the justice system treats witnesses in such situations.

Netflix’s 2022 documentary Girl in the Picture has resurfaced as a highly recommended but deeply disturbing true-crime film. It recounts how Sharon Marshall was abducted, raised by fugitive Franklin Delano Floyd, and later identified as Suzanne Marie Sevakis after her suspicious 1990 death in Oklahoma City. Viewers praised the film’s construction while describing its revelations as heartbreaking, horrifying and emotionally difficult to forget; it also holds a 96% Rotten Tomatoes rating.

Sky History’s Britain's Murder Map, presented by Vicky McClure and Jonny Owen, examines the 1950 execution of Welshman Timothy Evans for crimes committed by serial killer John Christie. The episode visits the former site of 10 Rillington Place and Merthyr Tydfil, and features experts including Edward Fitzgerald, who represented the Evans family. The series explores notorious British crimes, miscarriages of justice and their continuing impact on victims’ families and local communities.

Netflix’s four-part documentary Trust Me: The False Prophet follows cult specialists who investigate Samuel Bateman’s leadership within a vulnerable FLDS community in Short Creek, Utah. The series examines allegations that Bateman married numerous women, including underage girls, and his involvement in sexual abuse and an attempted kidnapping plot. Viewers have praised the documentary’s extensive firsthand footage while describing its subject matter as shocking and disturbing. Bateman was sentenced to 50 years in prison in December 2024 for conspiracy involving the transportation of a minor for criminal sexual activity and kidnapping.

Sky History is launching Britain's Murder Map, a five-part documentary series presented by Vicky McClure and Jonny Owen. The opening episode examines the 1828 Edinburgh murders committed by William Burke and William Hare, including the demand for bodies for anatomical study, the resulting grave-robbing phenomenon and the case's lasting cultural legacy. Historians, criminologists, police officers, writers and victims' families contribute to the series, which airs weekly on Tuesday nights.

David Mitchell, winner of the second UK season of Prime Video's LOL: Last One Laughing, is profiled through his career and relationship with television presenter Victoria Coren Mitchell. The couple met in 2007 after an introduction by David Baddiel, but their romance was delayed for three years following the death of Victoria's father, writer Alan Coren. They married in 2012, have two daughters, and have largely kept their family life private while occasionally appearing together on television.

XO, Kitty Season 3 ultimately brings Kitty Song Covey and Min Ho Moon together after years of uncertainty. Although they officially begin a relationship, difficulties lead to a temporary separation before Min Ho rushes to the airport, apologizes and declares his feelings. The finale ends with the couple reunited on a flight, mirroring the first season's conclusion while signaling the start of their future together.

Netflix released all eight episodes of XO, Kitty Season 3, bringing back Anna Cathcart as Kitty Song Covey and Lana Condor as Lara Jean. Fans were upset by the apparent split between Lara Jean and Peter, whose romance had continued through the To All the Boys films and previously appeared headed toward marriage. The season follows Kitty during her final year at KISS as unexpected revelations disrupt her plans and relationships.

Connor and Georgie, who became fan favourites on Love on the Spectrum after dating and sharing a first kiss, split seven days after returning home from filming. Connor said they were not a perfect match but hoped they could remain friends. Georgie has since begun dating her close friend Luke, while Connor is focusing on himself and considering new romantic opportunities.

XO, Kitty season 3 will premiere on Netflix on 2 April 2026, with all eight episodes released at once. Anna Cathcart returns as Kitty Song Covey for her final year at the Korean Independent School of Seoul, where she plans to strengthen friendships, reconnect with family in Korea and define her relationship with Min Ho. The returning cast includes Minyeong Choi, Gia Kim, Sang Heon Lee and others, while Sule Thelwell, Soy Kim and Christine Hwang join as new additions. Lana Condor will reprise her role as Lara Jean Covey in several episodes, and the trailer teases her guidance to Kitty amid unexpected revelations and relationship complications.

The three-part true crime documentary Captive Audience: A Real American Horror Story is available to stream on BBC iPlayer and Disney+. It recounts Steven Stayner’s 1972 abduction in California, his return home seven years later and the lasting impact on his family, including renewed media attention decades afterward. Viewers have praised the series as shocking, fascinating and emotionally devastating, particularly because of revelations in its third episode.

The third season of Netflix reality competition series Inside, hosted by YouTube collective The Sidemen, has topped the platform’s charts since its March 23 release. Twelve internet personalities compete in challenges while living together, with spending on essentials deducted from a potential £1 million prize. Viewers on Reddit have praised the season as hilarious and potentially better than the first two. Contestants include Chloe Ferry, Saffron Barker, Marlon Lundgren Garcia, Eddie Hall and several other online personalities.