Documentaries

Published 18 February 2016 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing A television documentary looking at how five-year-old April Jones's family coped after she was murdered in 2012 has won an award. Royal Television Society judges called BBC Wales' Week In Week Out programme's Life After April an "outstanding piece of journalism". They added it "took us deep inside the trauma of a family who were still mourning the loss of their daughter". The programme won the Nations and Regions Current Affairs award. Cardiff-born journalist Jeremy Bowen won the Interview of the Year award for his exclusive interview with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad . More on this story Family's appeal to potential abusers 9 April 2015 Parents watch as Bridger house razed 17 November 2014 … [Read more...] about BBC Wales’ April Jones documentary wins TV award

(CBS/AP) LONDON - British police are now investigating whether notorious "Moors Murderer" Ian Brady wrote a letter that revealed where 12-year-old victim Keith Bennett was buried. He is the only one of Brady's five victims whose body has not been located. Brady was convicted for a series of "moors murders" in the 1960s. He and his lover, Myra Hindley, killed five young people in a series of sadistic murders and then buried their bodies on the moors outside Manchester. In 1987, Brady admitted that one his victims were Ketih, who disappeared in June 1964. Brady remains in a psychiatric hospital, and will be the center of an upcoming TV documentary. Jackie Powell, who represents Brady as his mental health advocate, recently disclosed to the makers of the documentary that the killer gave her a sealed envelope addressed to Keith's mother, Winnie Johnson. The envelope was to be opened after Brady's death. Martin Bottomley, who heads Manchester's cold case unit, said it was unclear … [Read more...] about Ian Brady, Britain’s “Moors Murderer,” may have revealed victim’s burial place, report says

Erling Haaland and his father devised an elaborate points system last season to help the Norway striker determine his next move – with Manchester United not even making the final seven club shortlist. Haaland has been a revelation since joining Manchester City in a £51 million deal in June and will face rivals United in Sunday's derby at the Etihad for the first time since his much publicised summer transfer. But a new documentary – Haaland: The Big Decision – has lifted the lid on the intricate process that led to one of Europe’s most coveted players picking City by a whisker, and it will not make happy viewing for United fans. Haaland’s father, Alfie, revealed that he and his son devised a points system covering a series of criteria, including whether a potential suitor needed to buy a No9, playing style, manager, history and stadium capacity, to help inform the decision-making process. By the end of February, seven clubs were in the running to sign Haaland from Borussia … [Read more...] about Manchester United failed to make grade for Erling Haaland in ratings-based list of possible moves

It is 15 years since Shane Warne's last Test, and nine since his last game in the Big Bash, and yet he still felt essential to cricket. He had become a welcome presence on Sky Sports: with his charisma, generosity and larger-than-life personality you were still eager to see what he would do next either in the sport or beyond it. He didn’t seem retired, or like a former-this or ex-that. His passing at 52 does not feel like the elegiac sadness of an old cricketer leaving the crease, but rather that something has been ripped from our shared sporting lives . We thought we’d have several decades more of his punditry, his no-bull love of talking cricket and his sharp but not spiteful humour. It will not be so. Looking back on his media career, he was at his best as a broadcaster when on Sky, rather than on Australia’s Channel Nine and, later, Fox Sports. Sky deployed him most effectively not as a lead commentator but as a colour man in a duo; from this berth his shrewd readings … [Read more...] about Shane Warne’s no-bull punditry and wicked humour made him appointment TV viewing

Erik ten Hag previews his first Manchester Derby SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Erling Haaland has taunted Manchester United ahead of tomorrow’s derby by insisting there is no defender he is not ready to face. The Manchester City striker, who has struck a remarkable 14 goals in nine game for his new club, says he cannot wait to start creating derby memories. Related articles Man Utd boss Ten Hag provides updates on three players for Man City Chelsea 'join Man Utd in Jordan Pickford transfer battle' Judging by his mood ahead of Sunday’s early afternoon kick off at the Etihad, Erik Ten Hag’s back line could be in for a torrid time. “I can't wait to play my first derby with Manchester City, … [Read more...] about Erling Haaland taunts Man Utd defenders with bold statement ahead of Manchester derby

Gilberto Silva played in a number of north London derbies (Image: Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Ex-midfielder Gilberto Silva appears to believe that two of his Brazilian compatriots could make the difference in the north London derby this weekend as his former club Arsenal take on bitter rivals Tottenham . The 45-year-old hailed the impact of Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli for the Gunners so far this season, and appears impressed by what he has seen from the duo. Related articles Arsenal summer signing Gabriel Jesus felt held back at Man City Arsenal legend Keown labels Spurs duo 'the Kray twins' ahead of derby There is everything to play for at the Emirates in the early kick-off on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Arsenal icon Gilberto Silva pinpoints two stars who could be key in Tottenham derby

Biologically male transgender athletes are rising to the top of women’s professional disc golf, causing some competitors to start speaking up. Male-to-female trans athletes have been allowed to compete in several women’s sports, including girls’ track and field , women’s Olympic weight lifting , and female collegiate swimming , and they have had a big impact on those sports. Trans disc golfers, like Natalie Ryan , Chloe Alice , and Kelly Jenkins , are eclipsing women in the sport, at least two biologically female players exclusively told Jonathan Kay at Quillette. “I would say that one of the biggest advantages of the [male-bodied] players is their ability to scramble in tight situations when a disc goes off the fairway, to just stand there and blast a shot through the woods,” one prominent player, who wished to stay anonymous, told Kay. “I’ve seen both [trans player] Chloe Alice and Natalie [Ryan] do this. They’re just standing still and throw the kind of … [Read more...] about Another Women’s Sport Sees Trans Athletes Rise To Top, And Competitors Are Speaking Out | The Daily Wire

CBeebies and Countryfile presenter Hamza Yassin stormed to the top of Strictly Come Dancing 2022’s first leader board after last week’s live show . He joined Will Mellor in the first place spot, after dazzling with partner Jowita Przystal during their joyful foxtrot to Islands In The Stream by Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers, managing to secure a whopping 34 points. After being announced as one of the celebrities in this year’s line-up, Hamza shared: ‘‘I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022. Never in a million years did I think I’d be on such a cool show. ‘I’ve been watching it for years and I can’t believe I’ll actually be there dancing live in front of the British public.’ The wildlife cameraman, who also stars on Animal Park and appeared on the CBeebies show Let’s Go for a Walk as Ranger Hamza, admitted that his dance skills are ‘currently at the level of “1970s disco vibe”.’ However, he added that he’s ‘ready to work hard and will be … [Read more...] about Strictly Come Dancing: Where is Hamza Yassin from and is he married?

Enlarge this image Asante Blackk plays young Kevin Richardson, one of the boys imprisoned for years only to be released when another man finally confessed. Atsushi Nishijima/Netflix hide caption toggle caption Atsushi Nishijima/Netflix Asante Blackk plays young Kevin Richardson, one of the boys imprisoned for years only to be released when another man finally confessed. Atsushi Nishijima/Netflix This was the toughest TV show for me to watch in a long while. When They See Us is director/writer/producer Ava DuVernay's searing, four-part drama about five black and Latino boys who were railroaded into falsely confessing to the most notorious gang rape in New York City history. But it wasn't difficult viewing for its violence—in fact, the Netflix series is very careful in how it presents many instances of assault, with the most grisly details left to viewers' imagination. Movie Interviews Interview: Ava DuVernay Hopes You Hear … [Read more...] about Horrors And Humanity In Ava DuVernay’s Gripping ‘When They See Us’

Photo: Showtime February 22, 1989, the 31st annual Grammy Awards. Among the nominees for Best Rock Vocal Performance, Female are Tina Turner, Pat Benatar, Melissa Etheridge, Toni Childs, and Sinéad O’Connor. O’Connor has performed once on Late Night with David Letterman , but she has yet to appear on primetime American television. Tuxedo-clad host Billy Crystal introduces her to the tens of millions watching at home, explaining that O’Connor is a 21-year-old singer from Ireland and that “with her very first album, The Lion and the Cobra , she has served notice that this is no ordinary talent.” Most people point to O’Connor’s destruction of a photo of Pope John Paul II, during her October 1992 performance on Saturday Night Live , as the reason for her exile from the pop world. But it was on this night in Los Angeles, three years prior, that revealed from the outset what the rest of the rest of the world would learn soon enough: her willingness to take a stand made her … [Read more...] about When America Met Sinead O’Connor