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WA Liberal Michaelia Cash elected to replace Simon Birmingham as party’s Federal senate leader
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Data centre landlord DigiCo disappoints on first day on the ASX
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Fremantle veteran Ebony Antonio to play 10th AFLW season as Dockers, West Coast Eagles lock in talent
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Two shock EastEnders love triangles ahead of 40th anniversary viewer vote
TWO shocking love triangles will emerge this Christmas, ahead of EastEnders’ 40th anniversary viewer vote.
Cindy Beale and Junior knight’s affair is about to be exposed in EastEnders, changing the Beale and Knight families forever.
Meanwhile, Stacey Slater thinks Martin Fowler and Ruby Allen are back together.
Things are about to get a whole lot more complicated for Cindy when she discovers an incriminating recording detailing her affair with Junior has fallen into the wrong hands.
With the truth threatening to come to light, Cindy does all she can to keep her actions hidden.
But has she done enough to make her blackmailer rethink?
Fearing for her future, Cindy concocts a plan that shocks her family.
Wanting all of his family together on Christmas Day, George extends an invitation for Cindy and the Beale’s to join them at The Vic for Christmas dinner.
Later, things escalate for Cindy as she receives another piece of damning information.
Meanwhile, Stacey takes advice from Eve and Kat and heads to No.43 to speak to Martin about Ruby.
But she’s surprised to learn that the pair are now living together.
Martin tells Stacey there is nothing between him and Ruby.
But unknowingly offends Stacey in the process.
Elsewhere, Kim Fox and the other market traders get a shock when the wrong calendar arrives.
Later, the residents of Walford gather in the Square for the choir service.
The BBC soap revealed that the legendary character Nigel Bates, played by Paul Bradley, is returning for the 40th anniversary episodes, with top-secret scenes to be filmed over the coming weeks.
Best soap affair love triangles
LOVE triangles are a fundamental part of soap-land, but which ones have become the most iconic?
EASTENDERS
Bradley/Stacey/Max: Stacey Slater began an affair with boyfriend Bradley Branning’s dad Max in 2007.
Despite their romps, Stacey still married Bradley, but their deceit came out in an iconic Christmas Day episode that year.
Grant/Sharon/Phil: Heading even further back in Walford history, EastEnders fans were gripped in the 90s as Sharon Watts had a one-night stand with her brother-in-law Phil Mitchell.
Sharon confided in best friend Michelle Fowler – not realising it was caught on tape – and her husband Grant eventually found out and played it in front of everyone at the Queen Vic.
Syed/Amira/Christian: Syed Masood was engaged to Amira before realising he had feelings for another man, Christian, which he confessed to him on his wedding day.
A devout Muslim, Syed refused to admit his true sexuality and went ahead and married Amira anyway, but when they returned, the two men started an affair before being caught in the act by Amira.
CORONATION STREET
Shelley/Peter/Lucy: Peter Barlow took the concept of a love triangle and ran with it in Coronation Street – extending it to bigamy.
He was in a relationship with Shelley Unwin but started dating Lucy Richards, and quickly married her after she fell pregnant with his son, Simon.
But it didn’t stop him also marrying Shelley, but he was eventually caught when Lucy turned up in Weatherfield and the two women confronted him.
Ken/Deidre/Mike: Back in 1982, Deirdre Barlow started sleeping with her husband’s nemesis Mike Baldwin in secret, before confessing all a year later.
When Mike turned up at the marital home, Deirdre was being throttled by her husband who then kicked her out, but years later they reconciled.
Maria/Aidan/Eva: In 2017, Aidan Connor started sleeping with girlfriend Eva Price’s best friend, Maria Connor.
Eva eventually found out and she decided to take revenge by faking a pregnancy, spending his money and planned to confront him on their wedding day.
But she had a change of heart when a remorseful Aidan confessed, and decided to marry him anyway, only for Maria to arrive and expose her fake pregnancy.
EMMERDALE
Ross/Debbie/Pete: Debbie Dingle found herself torn between two brothers, Ross and Pete Barton in 2015 in Emmerdale.
She eventually decided to marry Pete but yet again, a soap wedding day was ruined when the groom learned of his bride’s betrayal via a recording played at the wedding.
Chrissie/Robert/Aaron: Robert Sugden was married to Chrissie White and all seemed well – until he began a steamy affair with Aaron Dingle.
Robert’s ex Katie Sugden almost exposed the affair – but fell to her death before she had the chance.
However, a guilty Aaron eventually cracked and told Chrissie about the affair – after which she announced it to the whole pub.
Bumbling softie Nigel, stepdad to Clare, first appeared in 1992 and became a popular figure in Walford.
He was close friends with several residents including Dot Cotton and Grant Mitchell.
Fans of EastEnders will remember Nigel for his obsession with flamboyant shirts and his dark curly hair.
He was left devastated following the death of his wife, Debbie, and was last seen in Albert Square in 1998, leaving for Scotland.
The scenes will also feature a huge explosion engulfing the Queen Vic as part of EastEnders’ 40th anniversary.
Several characters will potentially be caught in the blast.
An insider said: “Bosses are keeping tight-lipped on their plans for the anniversary, so as to not spoil anything for viewers.
“But in scenes just filmed they have shot a huge explosion that tears The Vic apart.
“The pub is always central to the drama but this time they are taking it even further with lives expected to be left hanging in the balance.
“The 40th is such an iconic moment in the show’s history, and bosses want to make sure it’s one that viewers are going to remember.”
EastEnders airs Monday to Thursday at 7:30pm on BBC One and is available to stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer.
What is the format for the World Darts Championships? All the details for Ally Pally showpiece
FANS are gearing up for a thrilling World Darts Championship – and the format for the 2024/25 competition has been revealed!
Luke Humphries overcame teenage sensation Luke Littler to win the prestigious prize at the top of 2024.
The World No 1 came back from 4-2 down to beat Littler 7-4 in a best-of-13 leg final.
And whoever makes the 2024/25 final will have to play a similar amount of legs with the format now confirmed.
SunSport can also provide darts lovers with information on how many sets players are set to contest for the previous rounds.
What is the World Darts Championship 2024/25 format?
It will be the best of five sets in the first and second rounds of the tournament.
As the rounds progress, matches go to best of seven, then nine before reaching best of 11.
While the final will be the best of 13 sets.
The 32 highest-ranking darts players have already automatically qualified for the second round.
Here is the full format below:
- Final: Best of 13 sets
- Semi-Final: Best of 11 sets
- Quarter-Final: Best of nine sets
- Fourth Round: Best of seven sets
- Third Round: Best of seven sets
- Second Round: Best of five sets
- First Round: Best of five sets
How to watch
- The 2024/25 World Darts Championship will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports in the UK.
- Fans in the UK can stream the entire action on NOW TV.
- Matches are also available to watch on PDCTV or their worldwide broadcast partners including DAZN and Viaplay.
- SunSport will have a rolling LIVE BLOG that will cover the whole tournament.
Who has won the most World Darts Championships?
Darts legend Phil Taylor has been crowned king of the World Darts Championship a staggering 14 times.
And the English superstar has done it in just 25 appearances.
Dutch icon Michael van Gerwen is next in line with three victories under his belt.
While Gary Anderson, Adrian Lewis, John Part and Peter Wright are all tied on two.
Shock new love interest for Jacob Gallagher after string of relationships in Emmerdale – but mum Leyla causes trouble
JACOB Gallagher finds himself in a surprising new romance after a series of relationships in Emmerdale, but his mum, Leyla, is sure to cause some drama.
Jacob (Joe-Warren Plant), who has been flying solo since his spring breakup with Victoria Barton (Isabel Hodgins), has been burying himself in his medical studies.
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Emmerdale - Ep 10178
Wednesday 1st January 2025
Jacob Gallagher [JOE-WARREN PLANT] apologises to Sarah Sugden [KATIE HILL] and the pair organise another date.
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Emmerdale - Ep 10176
Monday 30th December 2024
Jacob Gallagher’s [JOE-WARREN PLANT] just arranged a date with Sarah Sugden [KATIE HILL] when Leyla Harding [ROXY SHAHIDI] insists he lunch with her. Is it deliberate on Leyla’s part?
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But this Christmas, sparks fly as Jacob and Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill) get their flirt on, hinting at a new romance just around the corner.
When Jacob’s arranges a date with Sarah, his mum Leyla Harding (Roxy Shahidi) insists he lunch with her.
Sarah is upset having been stood up by Jacob.
Is it deliberate on Leyla’s part?
Jacob apologises to Sarah and the pair organise another date.
Jacob’s starts off the New Year working in A&E, and is super stressed.
Can he cope under the pressure?
Meanwhile, Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) and April Windsor’s (Amelia Flanagan) relationship is on a knife’s edge, as April continues to push boundaries.
Realising his daughter has been trying to buy cannabis, Marlon confronts April but soon April spirals.
When Christmas day arrives, Marlon is in for a shock.
And a happy Kim Tate (Claire King) sets off from the stables on a Christmas Eve ride.
But soon in the fields, Kim’s horse wanders alone, her rider nowhere to be seen.
What has happened to Kim and has Will Taylor (Dean Andrews) gone ahead with his plans?
Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV1 and is available to stream from 7am on ITVX.
Best soap affair love triangles
LOVE triangles are a fundamental part of soap-land, but which ones have become the most iconic?
EASTENDERS
Bradley/Stacey/Max: Stacey Slater began an affair with boyfriend Bradley Branning’s dad Max in 2007.
Despite their romps, Stacey still married Bradley, but their deceit came out in an iconic Christmas Day episode that year.
Grant/Sharon/Phil: Heading even further back in Walford history, EastEnders fans were gripped in the 90s as Sharon Watts had a one-night stand with her brother-in-law Phil Mitchell.
Sharon confided in best friend Michelle Fowler – not realising it was caught on tape – and her husband Grant eventually found out and played it in front of everyone at the Queen Vic.
Syed/Amira/Christian: Syed Masood was engaged to Amira before realising he had feelings for another man, Christian, which he confessed to him on his wedding day.
A devout Muslim, Syed refused to admit his true sexuality and went ahead and married Amira anyway, but when they returned, the two men started an affair before being caught in the act by Amira.
CORONATION STREET
Shelley/Peter/Lucy: Peter Barlow took the concept of a love triangle and ran with it in Coronation Street – extending it to bigamy.
He was in a relationship with Shelley Unwin but started dating Lucy Richards, and quickly married her after she fell pregnant with his son, Simon.
But it didn’t stop him also marrying Shelley, but he was eventually caught when Lucy turned up in Weatherfield and the two women confronted him.
Ken/Deidre/Mike: Back in 1982, Deirdre Barlow started sleeping with her husband’s nemesis Mike Baldwin in secret, before confessing all a year later.
When Mike turned up at the marital home, Deirdre was being throttled by her husband who then kicked her out, but years later they reconciled.
Maria/Aidan/Eva: In 2017, Aidan Connor started sleeping with girlfriend Eva Price’s best friend, Maria Connor.
Eva eventually found out and she decided to take revenge by faking a pregnancy, spending his money and planned to confront him on their wedding day.
But she had a change of heart when a remorseful Aidan confessed, and decided to marry him anyway, only for Maria to arrive and expose her fake pregnancy.
EMMERDALE
Ross/Debbie/Pete: Debbie Dingle found herself torn between two brothers, Ross and Pete Barton in 2015 in Emmerdale.
She eventually decided to marry Pete but yet again, a soap wedding day was ruined when the groom learned of his bride’s betrayal via a recording played at the wedding.
Chrissie/Robert/Aaron: Robert Sugden was married to Chrissie White and all seemed well – until he began a steamy affair with Aaron Dingle.
Robert’s ex Katie Sugden almost exposed the affair – but fell to her death before she had the chance.
However, a guilty Aaron eventually cracked and told Chrissie about the affair – after which she announced it to the whole pub.
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Emmerdale - Ep 10176
Monday 30th December 2024
Jacob Gallagher’s [JOE-WARREN PLANT] just arranged a date with Sarah Sugden [KATIE HILL] when Leyla Harding [ROXY SHAHIDI] insists he lunch with her. Is it deliberate on Leyla’s part?
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Photographer - Mark Bruce
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Emmerdale
This New Year Emmerdale will follow Jacob Gallagher’s (Joe Warren Plant) first day, as he undertakes his job placement in a busy A&E department. In a special hour-long episode airing at the start of January it will highlight the stresses of a busy first day in this frenetic ward - will it prove to be out of Jacob’s comfort zone?
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Emmerdale - Ep 10179.80
Thursday 2nd January 2025
It is Jacob Gallagher’s [JOE-WARREN PLANT] first day in A&E: in a standalone episode he struggles when it all goes rather wrong and he’s reprimanded. Will Jacob question his abilities?
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Photographer - Mark Bruce
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