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Ridley Scott releases new director’s cut of ‘that Hovis advert’

best thing since spliced breadRidley Scott has announced the re-release of his 1973 masterpiece ‘Bike Round’, an advertisement for the sliced bread company, Hovis, which will see extra footage, alternative takes of many scenes, and restoration of what Scott calls his ‘final and definitive version’.

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‘Embarrassing Bodies – Greek Mythology Special’ a huge success, says Channel 4

'actually quite common, and easy to get get rid of'Channel 4 has declared the fifth series of ‘Embarrassing Bodies’ a ratings triumph. Focusing entirely on Greek mythology and entrancing viewers with heart-warming true legends, viewers have described it as ‘entrancing’, ‘amazing’ and ‘a real eye-opener, especially the Cyclops’.

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Gordon the Gopher reveals historic ‘fisting’ abuse

In a further sinister twist to the ongoing scandal of alleged sexual abuse by former television personalities, Gordon the Gopher has revealed that he was subjected to persistent and degrading episodes of fisting throughout his time working at the BBC in the ’80s and ’90s.

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Danny Boyle to create Thatcher closing event

Nation 'in for a treat'Danny Boyle announced last night he was ‘enthusiastic’ about the honour of marking Mrs Thatcher’s passing in Horseguards Parade.

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BBC to leave television

nothing but interference where the BBC used to beThere was a tinge of sadness among BBC staff this week as the corporation left its traditional home of BBC1 and BBC2 to move to unspecified locations away from the television set which has been its home since the 1950s.

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