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People were rooting for SNL UK to fail – a huge swell of fan and comedian support might save it

Viewers had been ‘frothing at the mouth for SNL UK to fail’, show writer Bella Hull told The Independent

The Independent UK

Richard Osman delivers two-word review of SNL UK’s debut episode

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SNL UK: Richard Osman shares verdict as opening show divides viewers

UK edition of the late night comedy sketch show launched with an opening monologue from Tina Fey

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Michael Sheen 'incredibly excited' to replace Richard Osman as host of BBC quiz show House of Games

The Welsh actor said he has ‘very large shoes to fill’

Evening Standard

Michael Sheen hailed ‘great choice’ as new House Of Games host

The Welsh actor will take over from Richard Osman later this year.

Evening Standard

Michael Sheen announced as House of Games’ surprise new host

Welsh actor to take over from Richard Osman on BBC Two quiz show

The Independent UK

Tim Davie: It makes sense for BBC iPlayer to host other broadcasters’ shows

The corporation has suggested that iPlayer could be opened to other public service broadcasters.

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Richard Osman and Jeanette Winterson among authors to publish ‘empty book’ in protest of AI using their work

Campaign arrives one week before ministers are due to deliver an update regarding proposed copyright reforms

The Independent UK

Thousands of authors publish ‘empty’ book in protest over AI using their work

About 10,000 writers including Kazuo Ishiguro, Philippa Gregory and Richard Osman join copyright campaign

The Guardian - UK

Quiz books are the answer to falling non-fiction sales, data shows

2025 was the best year for quiz book sales since records began in 1998; while Bibles also proved popular

The Guardian - UK

Bible sales at their highest in almost three decades

The average cost of a book reached record levels in 2025

The Independent UK

Wit, courage and guile: ten literary heroines to inspire you on International Women’s Day

Ever since pen was first put to paper, literary heroines have leapt off the page, often as literature’s most nuanced characters. Whether plucky and confident, pushing the boundaries of society, or increasingly empowered in their own quiet ways, it is no surprise that fictitious females reveal much about the world.

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Gavin and Stacey star Ruth Jones shortlisted for author of the year at British Book Awards

Authors Freida McFadden, Richard Osman and Mick Herron are also nominated for the award

The Independent UK

Celebrity Traitors star among names touted to be next House of Games host

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Who will replace Richard Osman as House of Games host?

‘I will gladly hand over the keys,’ Osman said in his exit announcement

Evening Standard

Richard Osman thanks fans as he steps down from ‘most fun show’ House Of Games

Osman, who has become known for his Thursday Murder Club series of books, has presented the BBC Two gameshow since 2017.

The Independent UK

Richard Osman steps down from hosting role: ‘Time to let someone else have a go’

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Richard Osman quits House of Games after nine years hosting BBC show

‘It’s time to let someone else have a go,’ presenter said

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Richard Osman calls Alan Carr and Amanda Holden Strictly rumours ‘nonsense’

Speculation is rife over who will replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as the BBC hit’s presenters

The Guardian - UK

Leah Williamson and Richard Osman back National Year of Reading

The footballer and author are supporting a nationwide campaign, Go All In, which aims to reverse the ‘worrying decline’ in reading for pleasure among children in the UK

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Idris Elba knighted by King Charles

Idris Elba has been knighted by King Charles for his work campaigning against knife crime.

Evening Standard

Author and TV host Richard Osman ‘absolutely thrilled’ to be made OBE

The game show host was recognised for services to literature and broadcasting.

Evening Standard

Idris Elba, Sarina Wiegman and Torvill and Dean lead New Year's Honours list

The stars are among a host of people recognised for their services in the annual list

The Guardian - UK

Meera Syal, Gabby Logan and Richard Osman among new year honours in arts and media

Syal becomes a dame, Last of the Summer Wine writer Roy Clarke gets knighthood and Paul Elliott awarded MBE

The Independent UK

Idris Elba and Lionesses lead new year honours list as more than 1,100 recognised

From champions of sports and the arts to foster carers, health workers and supporters of young people, a total of 1,157 recipients, from every part of the UK, have been awarded

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