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Daily Mail
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Tipping Point contestant ripped to shreds for mortifying blunder after bragging about A-level in history - as fans jeer 'you must have skipped a few lessons!'
A Tipping Point contestant was ripped to shreds for a mortifying blunder after bragging about her A-level in history - but fans jeered 'you must have skipped a few lessons!' In a previous episode of the ITV show, hosted by Ben Shephard, a primary school teacher called Hanifa tried her best to get her hands on some cash. During the game she made a huge mistake while answering one of the questions. Presenter Ben asked her: 'At the Malta Summit in 1989, which US declared the end of the Cold War?' Hanifa replied: 'I should know this as I did A Level history… I think I am going to play.' 'Okay, you're going to play - great!' Ben replied. In a previous episode of the ITV show, hosted by Ben Shephard (pictured), a primary school teacher called Hanifa tried her best to get her hands on some cash. She confessed: 'I'm debating between two. J.F Kennedy, Abraham Lincoln... 'I am going to go J.F Kennedy.' Ben asked: 'J.F Kennedy, yep?' He then wanted to know what Hanifa's competition would have answered. Luckily he had no idea and said: 'Not sure.' 'Didn't have to answer it, because Hanfia, she's all over this,' Ben said. 'Let's see if you got the right one. Is it J.F Kennedy?...' The light then went red, indicating that she got the incorrect answer. Ben explained: 'It was George H W Bush was the president in 1989. Kennedy was president in the 60s, Abraham Lincoln was the 1860s, so the century before...' Hanifa confessed: 'I was way off!' George H.W Bush was president in the US between 1989 and 1993, while George W. Bush was president between 2001 and 2009. John F. Kennedy was president between 1961 and 1963. Abraham Lincoln was in charge between 1961 and 1965. The moment has resurfaced on Instagram, with one viewer sharing their shock as they said: 'Absolutely, and I can't emphasise this enough, f***ing extraordinary.' 'Hint: 1989 (who was the US president at the time?)' 'tbf she said she DID A level history, she didn't say she PASSED A level history.' 'Oh dear....' 'I have no more words ffs.' Fans of the quiz show are able to watch on ITV's new channel ITV Quiz. The channel has launched a first-of-its-kind new channel fronted by Jeremy Clarkson, Stephen Mulhern and Graham Norton. Quiz show viewers will be able to enjoy a number of their favourite programmes for a whopping 16 hours. The likes of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, Wheel of Fortune, Tenable, Lingo, Tipping Point and Deal or No Deal will air between 9am and 1am on the new channel. The official press release states: 'ITV Quiz promises the very best in game show entertainment from the iconic classics to recent hits and with an array of star-studded quizmasters at helm including Graham Norton, Stephen Mulhern, Warwick Davies, Mel Giedroyc, Jeremy Clarkson and more. 'Whether it's trivia games, picture games, parlour games, general knowledge or simply luck and chance, ITV Quiz has something for everyone from the devoted trivia buff to the casual quizzer.' Viewers will be able to watch ITV Quiz through a number of television services. It will air on channel 28 on Freeview, 22 on Freely, 28 on YouView, 119 on Freesat, 131 on Sky Q, 125 on Sky Glass, and 119 on Virgin 119. ITV Quiz is also available to stream on ITVX.
Daily Mirror
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Cat Deeley close to tears as her 'biological age' is revealed live on air by doctor
The TV star was in the hosting seat on This Morning alongside Ben Shephard when the results of her "nightmare" blood test were revealed and she was worried about what was to come. Cat Deeley was on the verge of tears after a "nightmare" test carried out by doctors confirmed her "biological" age live on air. The presenter was back in her usual slot on This Morning alongside Ben Shephard on Thursday for her final show before a summer break, and she and her co-host were intrigued to be learning of the notion of lowering one's age to fully understand health and lifespan. Dr Alka Patel, 53, explained to the pair that she has been able to define herself as a 20-year-old in a biological sense since a birthday is nothing more than a "chronological age", whereas a "biological age" is more to do with the health of a person's cells and is more of an "inner age". Describing the practice as "younger ageing", she explained that it all correlates to a lifespan and health overall. Both Ben, 50, and Cat , 48, had undergone the blood test - which takes into account their overall health and wellness, to determine a new number for them, and the former model was on the verge of tears as she watched results come in, and wasn't feeling too confident about what the test would find. Admitting what a hellish process the test had been to start with, she said: "It was a nightmare for me, doctors only had to attempt it twice. I was crying. I'm a terrible sleeper, but I'm very healthy, I eat well and I drink loads of water, and I do yoga. I could be like Gary Oldman in Dracula!" As the TV stars watched the numbers go down, Ben exclaimed: "She's still going, I want a recount," and when the number finally stopped going down, Cat said that she "might cry," it was revealed that her biological age is actually 33, making her 15 years younger than she actually is. Describing her shock at the result given her lack of sleep, she said: "I might cry, I might actually cry. I don't know how I've done it because I certainly don't sleep and that is one of the most important factors!" On the other hand, Ben was a little disappointed that his biological age came back at just four years younger as he protested that he is very conscious of his health and wellbeing at this stage in life. The doctor's solution for this was to "be more Goldilocks", and this prompted a laugh from his co-host, who joked that he would need a wig and a bowl of porridge to be able to do that. Despite this, the Tipping Point host admitted that he just wants to focus on fitness for the sake of his mental health, as he explained: "For me, the health and wellness is much more important for me mentally rather than how I feel with the physical side of things." Ben celebrated his 50th birthday in December 2024 and, to mark the occasion, he bravely agreed to pose topless for the magazine's cover, but during a recent appearance on ITV's Lorraine, he gave fans an update on health where he admitted things aren't quite what they were when it comes to his body. The TV favourite couldn't help but show his embarrassment as he sat with the Scottish presenter, who showcased the cover across screens for all to see. The conversation then turned to what it meant for Ben to grace the cover of Men's Health for a second time in his career. "You look fantastic but I know you work so hard to maintain your health and fitness," Lorraine effused, while Ben admitted that although he's in great shape, hitting middle age has made him realise the need to put in extra effort. On the topic of his current well-being, Ben remarked: "I'm very grateful to still be able to still be able to be fit and health and I know I've got various issues and my body's not quite what it used to be." However, he stopped short of detailing the specific issues he's dealing with. This Morning continues on ITV1 from 10am every weekday and is available to stream back on ITVX.
Daily Record
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Freeview TV guide switch up sees popular channel axed amid system retune
Freeview users will see a few changes to their TV guide once they give it a quick retune. Many UK households still use freeview to tune into their favourite weekly crime show or breakfast programme. With so many programmes and channels available to watch for nothing, many of us enjoy scrolling down the TV guide to see what new show will take our fancy. However, in order to keep everything up to date, freeview users need to make sure they give their TV a routine retune so they don't miss out on any changes, like new and updated channels. For those unsure on when to head to their settings, the traditional TV platform is urging viewers to take action now amid TV guide changes. Freeview 's latest upgrade will see four updates taking place. This switch-up includes a new channel launching, two channels moving positions, and one popular service being removed for good, reports the Express. For those intrigued by a new channel, India Today will be launching on channel 258 and will bring a variety of new content to your telly box. This channel is India's leading English-language news channel and will offer viewers the latest opinions and updates on politics, cricket, business, Bollywood, and more. As for the channel switcheroo, GREAT! Movies is set to move from channel 34 to 50, meanwhile GREAT! TV will be swapping places by moving from channel 50 to 34. Sadly, the last update in freeview's latest release is the axing of one channel. Following on from the removal of ITVBE last month, its catch-up companion channel ITVBE+1, which was originally found on channel 93, is also being binned. ITVBE was recently taken off the TV guide in order to make space for a new service called ITV Quiz. This new channel does what it says on the tin and provides viewers with access to their favourite quiz and game shows 24/7. For those who like to put their knowledge to the test from the comfort of their home, some of the shows coming up on this week's TV guide include Tipping Point, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, Wheel Of Fortune, Deal or no Deal, Lino and Tenable. Freeview said: "On 16th July 2025 some broadcasters are making changes to their channels. You will need to retune to update your TV and keep your channels and TV Guide up to date." How to retune your TV For those unsure on how to retune their TV, freeview has issued out some advice in just a few simple steps for users to follow. • Press menu on your box or TV remote control • Select 'set-up', 'installation', 'update' or a similar option. If you're asked for a password, the default code is '1234' or '0000'. • Select 'first-time installation' (sometimes called 'factory reset', 'full retune' or 'default settings'). • Press 'OK' if your equipment asks if it's OK to delete existing channels and then your retune should start automatically. If you're prompted to, save the channels that are found. It would be wise to keep note of this process as Freeview quite frequently switches up their TV guide to provide an easier viewing experience. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Scottish Sun
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
ITV to air back-to-back quizzes for four hours all week in schedule shake-up as new show joins daytime line-up
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ITV look set to air back-to-back quizzes all week for a four-hour quiz takeover in the afternoon. The channel will have quizzing enthusiasts chomping at the bit with the addition of a FOURTH quiz show to its afternoon line-up. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 ITV daytime looks set to air four hours of back-to-back quizzing Credit: ITV 5 Celebrity Catchphrase is joining mainstays such as The Chase Credit: Rex From this week, quizzes will take over from 2pm and will dominate the scheudles right through until the ITV Evening News. It's good news for fans of Celebrity Catchphrase with the primetime show now being aired at 2pm each afternoon. ITV will be airing a slew of re-runs of the programme fronted by Stephen Mulhern before its usual three quiz mainstays. As usual, Adil Ray's Lingo will then follow at 3pm before This Morning star Ben Shephard swoops in with Tipping Point at 4pm. The four-hour marathon will then be closed out by ITV's quizzing juggernaut, The Chase, at 5pm. It means fans will have a total of four hours worth of quiz shows to keep them entertained. This schedule shake-up comes shortly after ITV launched its very own dedicated quiz channel to purely focus on their quiz outputs. ITV Quiz replaced ITVBe known for airing hit reality shows and programmes from across the pond. Much-loved shows such as TOWIE and Real Housewives moved to ITV2 as a result of the massive shake-up. When announcing the move earlier this month, bosses said ITV Quiz will feature the broadcaster's "market-leading UK quiz and game shows". All Saints' Mel Blatt struggles with £5k riddle on Celebrity Catchphrase - but could you have got it right? Wheel of Fortune, Tipping Point, Lingo, Tenable, the rebooted Deal or No Deal and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? all appear on the channel. Elsewhere, The Chase has its own dedicated channel on ITVX. Episodes are screened 24 hours a day via a special channel created for the online streaming service. Hardest Quiz Show Questions Would you know the answers to some of quizzing TV's hardest questions Who Wants To Be A Millionaire - Earlier this year, fans were left outraged after what they described as the "worst" question in the show's history. Host Jeremy Clarkson asked: 'From the 2000 awards ceremony onwards, the Best Actress Oscar has never been won by a woman whose surname begins with which one of these letters?' The multiple choice answers were between G, K, M and W. In the end, and with the £32,000 safe, player Glen had to make a guess and went for G. It turned out to be correct as Nicole Kidman, Frances McDormand and Kate Winslet are among the stars who have won the Best Actress gong since 2000. - Earlier this year, fans were left outraged after what they described as the "worst" question in the show's history. Host Jeremy Clarkson asked: 'From the 2000 awards ceremony onwards, the Best Actress Oscar has never been won by a woman whose surname begins with which one of these letters?' The multiple choice answers were between G, K, M and W. In the end, and with the £32,000 safe, player Glen had to make a guess and went for G. It turned out to be correct as Nicole Kidman, Frances McDormand and Kate Winslet are among the stars who have won the Best Actress gong since 2000. The 1% Club - Viewers of Lee Mack's popular ITV show were left dumbfounded by a question that also left the players perplexed. The query went as follows: "Edna's birthday is on the 6th of April and Jen's birthday falls on the 15th of October, therefore Amir's birthday must be the 'X' of January." It turns out the conundrum links the numbers with its position in the sentence, so 6th is the sixth word and 15th is the fifteenth word. Therefore, Amir's birthday is January 24th, corresponding to the 24th word in the sentence. - Viewers of Lee Mack's popular ITV show were left dumbfounded by a question that also left the players perplexed. The query went as follows: "Edna's birthday is on the 6th of April and Jen's birthday falls on the 15th of October, therefore Amir's birthday must be the 'X' of January." It turns out the conundrum links the numbers with its position in the sentence, so 6th is the sixth word and 15th is the fifteenth word. Therefore, Amir's birthday is January 24th, corresponding to the 24th word in the sentence. The Chase - The ITV daytime favourite left fans scratching their heads when it threw up one of the most bizarre questions to ever grace the programme. One of the questions asked the player: "Someone with a nightshade intolerance should avoid eating what?" The options were - sweetcorn, potatoes, carrots - with Steve selecting sweetcorn but the correct answer was potatoes. 5 The show usually airs in primetime Credit: ITV 5 Tipping Point makes up one of the four major shows Credit: (c) ITV.
The Age
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
Aussie TV networks hit the jackpot with one type of show
The Floor, for example, uses scale and visual spectacle to enhance its appeal: 100 contestants, plus a massive floor that lights up and can be enlivened by snazzy graphics. In singing its praises, Nine added that the show's success reaffirms 'the importance of our local content'. Well, yes, insofar as this version is made here and has an Australian host and contestants. But, as with many of our game shows, it's an adaptation of an imported format: it, Deal or No Deal and The Traitors are originally Dutch. An array of others – The 1% Club, Tipping Point, The Chase, Taskmaster, House of Games – are English. These productions have proliferated as commercial channels have basically abandoned investment in drama and comedy. Game shows aren't as much of a gamble, and they don't cost as much to make, especially ones that have been developed and road-tested elsewhere. Most require only a single set, so there's no need for expensive location shooting or months of writers' rooms brainstorming. And multiple episodes can be shot in a day. Seasons can be as short or long as the networks require and the enterprise can be jazzed up with celebrities, like Tipping Point's tennis special before Wimbledon, or Sandra Sully dropping in to try her luck with the golden briefcases on Deal. Loading In the current crop, there are some originals, such as Nine's The Hundred, developed by Screentime with host Andy Lee. In addition to Spicks and Specks, the bouncy music quiz hosted by Adam Hills and inspired by Britain's Never Mind the Buzzcocks, the ABC has had a hit with local creation Hard Quiz and recent success with Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont Spelling Bee which was imported from New Zealand. (Yes, Montgomery started the show in his homeland so we can't really claim it as our own). Both of these shows are built around refreshingly idiosyncratic presenters. On Hard Quiz, Gleeson plays the grumpy anti-host. He doesn't welcome contestants and chat to put them at ease. Instead, he pokes fun at them and their special subjects. But after 10 seasons played in a tone carefully calibrated never to cross the line between funny and nasty, its contestants front up knowing what they're in for and ready to give as good as they get. On Spelling Bee, Montgomery presents a nerdy persona slyly undercut by his witty scripts and lightning-fast ad-lib responses. Along with a clever concept and challenges that encourage viewer engagement – such as yelling the answers from the couch – an appealing host is a fundamental requirement for a successful game show. Others currently in the mix offer different qualities, but they're more conventional: Corser comes across like a smoothly amused ringmaster; Jefferies plays a brash ocker bloke; Emdur's an amiable everyman; Hills, a twinkly-eyed pal. In keeping with Deal's tone of barely contained hysteria, Grant Denyer is like an excitable, battery-powered bunny, while Woodbridge has a peppy geniality that recalls the spirit of the country's game-show master, Tony Barber. Given the value-for-money attributes of game shows, it's no surprise that SBS is poised to get back into the action with Big Backyard Quiz, an original format created by Screenwest and NITV which it tested with a special last year and has now green-lit for a series (premiering July 12). Hosted by Narelda Jacobs and Steven Oliver, the playful production is tailored to meet the broadcaster's brief, focusing on Australian history and aspects of it you might not have learned at school. Within this group, though, and reflective of the straitened times for free TV, the prizes ain't what they used to be: no one's going home a millionaire. The grand prize on 1% Club and Deal is $100,000; on The Floor, the season winner pocketed $200,000; on Tipping Point, it's $20,000, unless the player can manoeuvre that elusive double-jackpot counter to drop. On the public broadcasters, there's no money to be won – though Hard Quiz' s big brass mug is clearly a cherished trophy. But even though the monetary incentives have shrunk, the endurance of this type of TV clearly hasn't lost its appeal for TV networks or many viewers. And, especially as free-to-air fights for ongoing relevance, bragging rights have their value too.
