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Irish Independent
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming choices: Tarrac na Farraige, Malcolm X and Sirens
Tarrac na Farraige RTÉ One, 7pm The impact of quotas is revealed as the fishermen discuss how difficult it is to earn a profit due to a potent mix of European policy and the sea's unpredictability. Brianna: A Mother's Story Virgin Media One, 9pm In a powerful and emotional programme, Esther Ghey looks back at the life of her trans daughter, who was murdered by two 15-year-olds in 2023. The Horne Section TV Show Channel 4, 10pm Alex Horne's sitcom returns for a new run, which begins with the band entering the World's Strongest Musician contest. Meanwhile, Alex struggles with life in the limelight. Malcolm X BBC Four, 10.05pm Spike Lee's acclaimed biopic features a career-best performance from Denzel Washington as the controversial civil rights activist. Angela Bassett, Delroy Lindo and Lee himself are among the fine supporting cast. Sirens Netflix, streaming now I might very well be getting ahead of myself, highlighting a series that isn't released until Thursday, but it will be worth the wait. And, no, it has nothing to do with that 1994 dramady starring Elle Macpherson and Portia de Rossi in a pond. Instead, we have Julianne Moore, her hubby Kevin Bacon, and a herd of willing devotees trussed up like pastel Easter eggs somewhere very New Englandy altogether. Meet Devon (Meghann Fahy). She roles into town armed with a gift basket of rotting fruit courtesy of her sister (Milly Alcock), who is refusing to acknowledge their sick father. Devon is suspicious of her sister Simone's unsettling bond with Michaela 'KiKi' Kell (Moore), an enigmatic socialite whose luxurious, cult-like world is intoxicating. While staging an intervention, Devon misreads the pieces at play. Expect a darkly funny look at power, class and women with a serious case of the Stepfords. 'Welcome, ladies, sips and nibbles are in the back!' ADVERTISEMENT She The People Netflix, streaming now As she tries to forge her way in politics, Mississippi's first black lieutenant governor must manage her family and tackle a boss who's stuck in Confederate times. Racial stereotypes abound in this Tyler Perry series. Sneaky Links: Dating After Dark Netflix, streaming now Another bikini-clad dating show. Yaaaaaay. Six singles check into a motel looking for love, but there has to be a twist — their casual situationships are headbanging around there too. Can these hook-ups turn into real romance, or will there be too many distractions? Rematch Disney+, streaming now This psychological thriller, based on actual events, tells the story of the historic match-up between IBM's Deep Blue supercomputer and the greatest chess player of all time, Garry Kasparov. If you'd prefer to immerse yourself in the comforting confines of food rather than the ongoing human versus machine debate, maybe give Tucci In Italy a whirl instead. Untold: The Fall of Favre Netflix, streaming now Brett Favre is a Hall of Famer, three-time MVP, and Super Bowl champion, but that's not all. His legacy, disputes and jarring scandals — including a welfare fraud scheme — are unearthed in this week's edition. The Wimbledon Killer Prime Video, streaming now Rachel Nickell was fatally stabbed on Wimbledon Common in July 1992, resulting in Colin Stagg's wrongful arrest. Despite years of searching, the real killer remained unknown, while Robert Napper continued his violent spree across south London. Love Rat Netflix, streaming now As a recent divorcee doing her best Shirley Valentine in Cyprus, Sally Lindsay finds herself in serious trouble — until her holiday romance devolves into theft, deceit and intimidation. Bet Netflix, streaming now At an elite boarding school where the kids of bad people use gambling to dictate status, a new student disrupts the hierarchy, challenging the student council while secretly plotting revenge for her parents' deaths. Think Descendants but with a dash of Monster High meets The Winx Saga and something far more salacious. If real-world drama ignites you more, there's a short film set in a maximum prison called The Quilers. Based on The Murderbot Diaries, the series follows a rogue and wildly introverted Murderbot (Alexander Skarsgard), who hides its free will while tackling murderous missions. He's like Robocop but more into soap operas.
The Independent
06-04-2025
- Politics
- The Independent
Brianna Ghey's mother slams potential watering down of Online Safety Bill
Brianna Ghey 's mother, Esther Ghey, criticises the government 's Online Safety Bill for being potentially "watered down." She expresses frustration that while the bill is being debated, young people are still being harmed and losing their lives due to online content. Ms. Ghey advocates for stricter measures, including a ban on social media for children under 16, citing the harmful effects of online hate, misinformation, and dangerous challenges. She highlights the lack of support when reporting harmful comments and the negative impact online interactions can have on children's empathy and understanding. The government maintains that the Online Safety Act aims to protect children from harmful content and will not be part of negotiations.
The Independent
24-03-2025
- The Independent
Brianna Ghey's mother wants children banned from social media
The mother of a transgender teenager murdered in 2023 is calling for a social media ban for children under 16. Esther Ghey, the mother of Brianna Ghey, says social media platforms are an "absolute cesspit" full of harmful content, including hate speech and dangerous challenges. She is advocating for stricter online safety measures, including an age limit on smartphone use and tougher action on knife crime. Ms Ghey's call to action follows the release of an ITV documentary, Brianna: A Mother's Story, which explores her 16-year-old daughter's life and death. The documentary features interviews with Brianna's friends, police officers, and a former Meta engineering director discussing the dangers of harmful algorithms.
