Rivals, the adaptation of Jilly Cooper's novel, prepares for its second season with increased ambition, featuring more set pieces, a larger scale, and the return of its complex characters, including Lord Baddingham and Freddie Jones.
Exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Rivals season two, an adaptation of Jilly Cooper's novel, featuring interviews with cast members Danny Dyer, Aidan Turner, David Tennant, and more, highlighting the show's increased ambition, scale, and 'bonkier' content.
I’ve had it up to here with Danny Dyer’s commercials for Paddy Power. The UK needs to take a tip from Amsterdam and rein in its advertisersAmsterdam’s new ban on public advertisements for meat and fossil fuel products makes me wonder whether we should be more ban-happy with ads in the UK. There are plenty I want rid of: “See it, say it, sorted”, obviously, which refuses to die, and those LNER ads featuring a hideously perky puppet treating train travel like an excuse for a party (pipe down, Eleanor). Also up against the wall when I’m in charge: overly matey ads for banks (don’t you dare call me “bestie” when you’re selling me an Isa); any catchy jingle that displaces the scraps of useful information still clinging on in my brain; and the whole wellness grift of snake oil powders and goo.But if I could ban only one type of advertising, I’d go after gambling. It’s hard not to sound like a Victorian tub-thumping religious zealot when you rant about gambling ads, but my God, they’re grotesquely disingenuous and cynical, making out that high street slot shops and online gaming sites are all razzle-dazzle and sparkle; that it’s a bit of fun for cheeky chappies and gorgeous gals. Continue reading...
⚽ Premier League updates from the 4.30pm BST kick-off⚽ Live scores | Latest table | And follow us on BlueskyThere’s a cracking atmosphere at the London Stadium. Alas, no sign of Danny Dyer yet. The players look ready for action; they jolly well need to be. This is huge.A quick reminder of the teams Continue reading...
