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Doctor Who and Emmerdale win TV Choice awards

Karen Gillan has picked up the best family drama prize for Doctor Who at this year's TV Choice Awards. She plays Matt Smith's assistant Amy Pond in the BBC One series. Other winners included Come Dine With Me for best lifestyle show.

Ali Larter Doubts Heroes Movie

ALI Larter is doubtful there’ll be a Heroes movie. The popular TV show was axed recently, leaving many fans pining for a big-screen conclusion for the superpowered cast but those hopes have been dashed once and for all by original Hero Ali. “I think it’s done,” she said. “It’s over. “All the cast and crew have kind of [...]

Rais wants MCMC to screen TV, Radio ads

KUALA KLAWANG - Information Communication and Culture Minister Dr Rais Yatim has proposed that radio and television commercials to be screened before they go on air to avoid cultural, religious and racial discord.

Emmerdale scores TV award hat-trick

Emmerdale has scored a hat-trick of gongs, landing three prizes at the TV Choice Awards. Related Stories Russell Brand's spiritual awakening Bernie reveals bald head at awards Police defend Paris' quick release Jolie visits flood-stricken country Clooney's American takes No 1 spot

Millions face surprise tax bills

This Is England star Thomas Turgoose says he jumped at the chance to work on the TV update of the film. The 18-year-old, who plays Shaun, hits the small screen this week as a four-part series kicks off on Channel 4.