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‘Surgical manipulation’: Tyra Banks sues Netflix over Next Top Model documentary

The streamer’s three-part series revealed shocking allegations about the 2000s reality-TV show, including sexual assault and a culture of body-shaming.

  • Lauren Ironmonger

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Best shows to come: The Airport Chaplain, Harry Potter, Colin From Accounts, The Killings at Parish Station and Black Doves.

TV shows we can’t wait to see: 25 new titles – and 10 returning hits – to keep an eye out for

The first half of the year in television has been consistently rewarding – and the good news is that there is more to come.

  • Craig Mathieson
Best TV shows this year (so far): Celia Pacquola in Dog Park; Madeleine Sami and Kate Box in Deadloch; Kylie Minogue in her Netflix documentary; Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms; and Noah Wyle in The Pitt.

The best TV shows of the year (so far)

While big hitters such as The Pitt delivered, there have also been a few genuinely delightful surprises.

  • Meg Watson, Louise Rugendyke, Craig Mathieson, Debi Enker, Kylie Northover and Karl Quinn
What to stream this week (from top left): Alias; The Yoghurt Shop Murders; Star City; Marty, Life is Short; and streaming reviewer Craig Mathieson.

What to stream this week: Bill Pullman’s retiree thriller, plus five more picks

The Boomers are more than OK in The Boroughs, an enjoyably upbeat supernatural adventure starring Bill Pullman and Geena Davis.

  • Craig Mathieson
The best kids’ TV: Ms Rachel; Danny Go; the Wiggles’ Tree of Wisdom and Bluey.

Best and worst TV shows for kids – ranked by a tired parent

Yes, it would be great to have no screen time. But here are some decent options for when you inevitably break.

  • Meg Watson
Kylie Minogue at the launch of her Netflix series in London.

Kylie Minogue urges people to get check-ups after revealing second breast cancer diagnosis

The star dropped the revelation in the documentary Kylie, which landed on Netflix today.

  • Nell Geraets and Kayla Olaya
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Jason Bateman and David Harbour star in DTF St Louis. 

Jason Bateman is everywhere right now – and he’s never been better

In his 20s, before his turn as the everyman on Arrested Development, the actor thought his career was over. In his 50s, he’s Mr Everywhere.

  • Karl Quinn
What to stream this week (clockwise from top left): Pop Culture Jeopardy!; Kenny Dalglish; Dutton Ranch; The End; Legends; and Jack Ryan: Ghost War.

What to stream this week: Steve Coogan’s cracking Netflix crime drama, plus five more picks

Legends is a very British take on the international crime drama – imagine The French Connection remade by the Minder crew.

  • Craig Mathieson
Minogue.

‘It had a profound effect on me’: Kylie Minogue reveals love of her life

Minogue’s exes include former Neighbours co-star Jason Donovan, INXS frontman Michael Hutchence and French actor Olivier Martinez.

  • Gabriella Swerling
Dull, dark and washed out: The Devil Wears Prada 2; Wicked For Good; Avengers Endgame

The devil wears Prada. It’s just a shame we can’t really see it

Even Meryl Streep’s red Balenciaga dress appeared more subdued than striking. What’s with the muted colour palettes taking over our screens?

  • Nell Geraets