All news by author: Sara Wallis

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Sculpture of artist imprisoned by the Nazis during WWII is repaired by TV expert
The son of Věra Škodová chokes back tears as he sees the sculpture of his mother as a young woman finally pieced back together as it once was
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'I met ultra-realistic robot who paints brilliantly and says she is not a risk'
Ai-Da spoke with a posh Home Counties accent and could paint an impressive watercolour - but questions over whether AI could eventually wipe out humanity remain
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Twist of fate that handed Tony Robinson his breakthrough in Blackadder
Landing the role of loveable idiot Baldrick in legendary sitcom Blackadder back in the early 1980s dramatically changed the course of Tony’s life
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Tearful Vicky McClure relives grandad's D-Day 'hell' where he watched pals die
The Line of Duty and Trigger Point actress had no idea what her grandfather Ralph had been through as a young soldier in Normandy until the making of a new ITV documentary
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Grim murders of 3 teens solved after 30 years with evidence from killer's grave
Remarkable real-life crime story is gripping viewers of BBC1 drama Steeltown Murders, with DCI Bethell played by Philip Glenister and Scott Arthur
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Furious Sylvester Stallone threatens to destroy home in new family reality show
Legendary actor Sylvester Stallone is about to hit the small screen with his own reality show, The Family Stallone, and viewers will get a fascinating glimpse into the world of the intimidating Rocky star and his family
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How these classic TV moment showed women were already ahead in advertising
In the 1970s, the male-dominated advertising industry made way for a trailblazing group of female creatives at a time when TV commercials were often better than the programmes
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Stacey Dooley meets Ukrainians who risk their lives for country in new show
Stacey Dooley tells the harrowing stories of a number of Ukrainians who have a crash course in combat fighting as they prepare to give their all against a Russian invasion
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Destructive dalmatian wrecks house with owners desperate for help to control him
As well as ripping everything in the house to pieces, including chewing a washing machine door off, a fridge and even a concrete wall, Lupin has pulled owner Kelly’s arm out of its socket
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Woman tells of agony over missing husband a year after he vanished during hike
Lucy, who has not seen or heard from Finn since March 25 last year, ended up giving birth without him at her side – and her agonising wait for answers goes on
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From Pink Ladies to 10 Pound Poms - the top TV dramas coming to your screen
Sara Wallis give the lowdown on the shows that could brighten your life this spring
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Painting hidden from Nazis in WWII labour camp is restored to its former glory
In emotional scenes on the BBC One hit The Repair Shop, Maria Kirk brings in the creased, cracked and discoloured 19th century Madonna and Child
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Piano sensation, 13, was playing Bach and Chopin 'perfectly' at the age of four
Lucy, who is blind and autistic, has wowed audiences and is one of four musicians chosen to compete in tonight's grand finale of Channel 4 show The Piano
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Anneka Rice recycles her old jumpsuits as she returns to iconic TV action role
The original Challenge Anneka, which aired on BBC1 for six series from 1989 to 1995, had a peak of 12 million viewers - and it's is back on our screens this weekend
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Nick Knowles faces fears as he's flung at 40mph over Grand Canyon
Nick Knowles conquered his fear of heights as he hurtled across the Grand Canyon on a zip line, in a new show for Channel 5 about the history and culture of the American landmark
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Dad who lost limbs in accident beams as he's able to hold his daughters again
Former footballer Jamie Mines used to have to flick open Savannah and Bella's book pages with his stumps after an accident which almost cost the young dad his life
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Hugh Bonneville and John Bishop discover 'spooky' family connection
Downtion Abbey actor Hugh Bonneville and comedian John Bishop's discover their unlikely family connection after striking up a friendship in a chance meeting in the lockdown
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Gun-toting 9-year-old whose parents have got her 37 weapons meets Stacey Dooley
Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over visits young Autumn and her gun-loving mum and dad in Oklahoma in the USA as the tot posts updates for her own YouTube channel
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'Shamima Begum's denials seem unconvincing - maybe it is too little, too late'
TV writer Sara Wallis says Shamima Begum's story on BBC2 makes her feel sympathy for the 23-year-old woman who escaped the UK to join ISIS - but at the same time she is not convicted about her denials
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ISIS bride Shamima Begum on how 'dream' became nightmare when she joined group
The former Jihadi bride and member of the terrorist group ISIS is trying to explain why she fled a comfortable family home to join a brutal genocidal regime
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Happy Valley ending explained - who will die, Ryan's decision and Tommy's escape
Last episode saw hot villain Tommy Lee Royce, played by James Norton, contact son Ryan from his grim hideout to plan a new life together in Spain
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'Soap diva Noele Gordon - aka Nolly - didn't deserve to be forgotten'
Sara Wallis reviews ITVX's latest drama, Nolly, which shines a light on actress Noele Gordon who - until she was unexpectedly axed in 1981 - had been a queen of daytime soap Crossroads for 18 years
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'Deep Fake Neighbour Wars is weird and cleverly made, but it lacks laughs'
TV writer Sara Wallis reviews the new ITVX show Deep Fake Neighbour Wars, which uses AI 'deep fake' technology to transform impressionists into Kim Kardashian, Idris Elba, Adele and other stars
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'Moving medical drama Maternal is a timely love letter to the strained NHS'
Sara Wallis says ITV show Maternal is a no-holds-barred exploration of the ultimate juggle of three mothers working in post-pandemic medicine at City General Hospital
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'Ioan Gruffudd's drama The Reunion looks fabulous, but it's too silly to thrill'
TV writer Sara Wallis says The Reunion on ITVX - starring Ioan Gruffudd as a writer returning to his school 25 years on - fails to turn its murder mystery ingredients into a satisfying drama