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Irish Independent
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
What to watch on TV and streaming today: Millionaire Hoarders, Hillwalkers and We Were Liars
Rugbaí Beo TG4, 7.20pm British & Irish Lions and Argentina face each other for the right to lift the 1888 Cup. The historic fixture, hosted at Aviva Stadium, is taking place on Irish soil for the very first time. Millionaire Hoarders Channel 4, 8pm Experts Kate and Ronnie meet hoarder Shane, who has been collecting since the age of 12 and is swamped by everything from bikes to jewellery. Kath, Diane and Martin's efforts to keep a low profile don't go to plan. For a start, Kath has a close call with the police and Diane gets up to mischief. Meanwhile, Martin makes the mistake of going home. Death on the Nile RTÉ One, 9.35pm Kenneth Branagh's second outing as Hercule Poirot is another star-studded affair featuring Gal Gadot, Rose Leslie, Annette Bening and Sophie Okonedo. This time, Agatha Christie's Belgian sleuth hunts for a young heiress's killer in Egypt. Hillwalkers RTÉ2, 9.45pm A group of hikers make the mistake of wandering onto private land, where they are hunted down by its bloodthirsty, murderous owner. Mark Agar, Elise Brennan, Michael Cloke and Shane Connellan star in a chilling thriller shot largely in the Dublin Mountains. ADVERTISEMENT Yolanthe Prime Video, streaming now Some eyeball bubblegum in the form of Netflix's 'first Dutch reality series'. It follows Yolanthe Cabau as she builds a life in LA with Wesley Sneijder's son. America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Netflix, streaming now Expect gussets galore and grinning faces all over your Netflix landing page for the foreseeable. The creators of Cheer and Last Chance U bring you season two of the auditions. We Were Liars Prime Video, streaming now Based on E Lockhart's YA 2014 book. You can guess the rest. Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem Netflix, streaming now Initially dismissed as a joke by politicians and the media alike, Rob Ford's unexpected 2010 Toronto mayoral election bid defied expectations with a stunning landslide victory. However, his administration soon spiralled into chaos, marred by scandals and allegations of hard drug use, igniting an international media frenzy. Rob was 15 years too early; no one would bat an eyelid nowadays. Sally Disney+, streaming now Sally Ride made history as the first American woman in space, but behind her serene exterior lay a deeply personal story. For 27 years, she shared her life with writer and professional tennis player Tam O'Shaughnessy, who now unveils the untold journey of their relationship in this Cristina Costantini-directed film. American Thunder Prime Video, streaming now Celebrating its 100th anniversary in June 2023, the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans — one of motorsports' most prestigious endurance races — introduced an unexpected competitor: stock car aficionados Nascar. As for what they brought to proceedings? A Chevrolet Camaro to compete against cutting-edge Ferrari and Porsche prototypes in this almost fabled, gruelling test of long-distance racing. Competing at Le Mans was the lifelong dream of Nascar chairman and CEO Jim France. As such, he brought in Hendrick Motorsports, the most successful team in Nascar history, to build and race the car (which, again, was a Camaro). On the plus side, he also enlisted the help of elite drivers Jenson Button, Jimmie Johnson and Mike Rockenfeller. Over the course of 18 months, this team transformed a car built for (at most) three-hour oval track races in the US into one capable of surviving the relentless 24-hour challenge. Deep Cover Prime Video, streaming now Not to be mistaken for the 1990s movie starring Fishburne and Goldblum, this film is about an improv teacher and her two students posing as criminals to slip into London's underworld. Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, Nick Mohammed and Sean Bean have their work cut out for them to make this fly. Return to the Wild Disney+, streaming now Famed as 'the greatest living explorer', Sir Ranulph 'Ran' Fiennes joins his cousin, actor Joseph Fiennes (no sign of brother Ralph, unfortunately), on a breathtaking journey through British Columbia. As they navigate its rugged terrain, they reflect on Ran's legendary expeditions, his battle with Parkinson's, and the deepening bond forged through their shared adventure. Echo Valley AppleTV+, streaming now Julianne Moore and Domhnall Gleeson are getting all the work of late. Both co-star in this thriller about a mother who will do anything to keep her drug-addled daughter 'safe' (including body disposal). Written by Brad Ingelsby (Mare of Easttown), this moody (if a tad predictable) number stars Sydney Sweeney alongside 'dad' Kyle MacLachlan and Fiona Shaw.
Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
What to watch on TV and streaming today: Love Rat, Nicholas Nickleby and Mayor of Mayhem
Aistear an Amhráin RTÉ One, 7pm It's almost 40 years since Spandau Ballet released their hit single Through the Barricades. Some have dismissed it as a cheesy love song, but as this programme reveals, it's actually much deeper than that and was inspired by the murder of the band's Belfast-born roadie, Thomas 'Kidso' Reilly, by a British soldier in 1983. Love Rat RTÉ2, 9.30pm Four-part psychological thriller starring Sally Lindsay as a divorcee who tries to escape her personal problems by holidaying in Tenerife. She soon falls in love with a local hotelier and, to the horror of her friends, decides to give everything up to live with him — are her nearest and dearest right to be worried? In the Footsteps of Killers Channel 4, 10pm Emilia Fox and Professor David Wilson present the third run of the true-crime series. They begin by examining the case of Bulic Forsythe, a London council worker who was killed at home in 1993. Nicholas Nickleby Film4, 11am Classic take on Charles Dickens's novel, with Derek Bond in the title role. He's a teacher who, horrified by the brutal regime at the school where he works, quits his job and joins a band of travelling actors. However, he can't seem to shake off his past. Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem Netflix, streaming now Initially dismissed as a joke by politicians and the media alike, Rob Ford's unexpected 2010 Toronto mayoral election bid defied expectations with a stunning landslide victory. However, his administration soon spiralled into chaos, marred by scandals and allegations of hard drug use, igniting an international media frenzy. Rob was 15 years too early; no one would bat an eyelid nowadays. ADVERTISEMENT Sally Disney+, streaming now Sally Ride made history as the first American woman in space, but behind her serene exterior lay a deeply personal story. For 27 years, she shared her life with writer and professional tennis player Tam O'Shaughnessy, who now unveils the untold journey of their relationship in this Cristina Costantini-directed film. American Thunder Prime Video, streaming now Celebrating its 100th anniversary in June 2023, the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans — one of motorsports' most prestigious endurance races — introduced an unexpected competitor: stock car aficionados Nascar. As for what they brought to proceedings? A Chevrolet Camaro to compete against cutting-edge Ferrari and Porsche prototypes in this almost fabled, gruelling test of long-distance racing. Competing at Le Mans was the lifelong dream of Nascar chairman and CEO Jim France. As such, he brought in Hendrick Motorsports, the most successful team in Nascar history, to build and race the car (which, again, was a Camaro). On the plus side, he also enlisted the help of elite drivers Jenson Button, Jimmie Johnson and Mike Rockenfeller. Over the course of 18 months, this team transformed a car built for (at most) three-hour oval track races in the US into one capable of surviving the relentless 24-hour challenge. Deep Cover Prime Video, streaming now Not to be mistaken for the 1990s movie starring Fishburne and Goldblum, this film is about an improv teacher and her two students posing as criminals to slip into London's underworld. Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, Nick Mohammed and Sean Bean have their work cut out for them to make this fly. Return to the Wild Disney+, streaming now Famed as 'the greatest living explorer', Sir Ranulph 'Ran' Fiennes joins his cousin, actor Joseph Fiennes (no sign of brother Ralph, unfortunately), on a breathtaking journey through British Columbia. As they navigate its rugged terrain, they reflect on Ran's legendary expeditions, his battle with Parkinson's, and the deepening bond forged through their shared adventure. Echo Valley AppleTV+, streaming now Julianne Moore and Domhnall Gleeson are getting all the work of late. Both co-star in this thriller about a mother who will do anything to keep her drug-addled daughter 'safe' (including body disposal). Written by Brad Ingelsby (Mare of Easttown), this moody (if a tad predictable) number stars Sydney Sweeney alongside 'dad' Kyle MacLachlan and Fiona Shaw.
NZ Autocar
4 days ago
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
SVG blitzes the field at Mexican road course
Shane van Gisbergen, take a bow. The Kiwi overcame the chaos and unpredictability of Nascar's first-ever Cup Series race in Mexico City. He also did it under a cloud of nausea. Despite that, the Kiwi gave a masterclass, finishing almost 17seconds ahead of second-place getter, Christopher Bell. NASCAR made its debut at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, the first time in its almost 80-year history that a race was held in Mexico City. Van Gisbergen came out firing, snatching pole position. It underlined his reputation as one of the sport's most accomplished road course racers. With other aces like Michael McDowell, AJ Allmendinger, and Kyle Larson in the mix, the stage was set for a thrilling race. As the field navigated the first few corners on Lap 1, Van Gisbergen led cleanly. However, rain soon set in, triggering the first caution. The entire field bolted for wet tyres, and Chastain leapfrogged SVG in pit lane. Restart chaos ensued. Van Gisbergen briefly dropped back as Ty Gibbs surged forward, but the Kiwi had reclaimed second spot by Lap 6. A multi-car pile-up brought the next caution. SVG restarted alongside Gibbs and the battle resumed. Van Gisbergen finally pulled ahead, and from there began to assert himself. With the rain fading and the circuit drying, SVG had built a 13-second lead and made the call to pit early for slicks with four laps of Stage 1 to go. This positioned him well for the next stage. Starting from fifth in Stage 2, Van Gisbergen and Gibbs were soon in a tussle for the lead, also dicing with Suárez. After some cautions, Gibbs elected to pit under green with two laps to go; SVG stayed out and won the stage. The final 55 laps were all about SVG race management. At the restart, he briefly lost the lead to Bell but recovered quickly and retook control on Lap 52. From there, there was no one else in it. His lead grew lap by lap, and was soon out to six seconds. With 39 laps to go, rain again threatened but SVG opted to continue. Bell pitted with 38 to go, and SVG followed a lap later for his final stop. Seconds after rejoining, Carson Hocevar brought out a caution, handing SVG the net race lead once the rest of the field pitted. After the restart he surged away once again. With 16 laps to go, Van Gisbergen's lead was up to nearly six seconds. By the time the chequered flag flew, he was almost 17 seconds ahead of the rest. On a day that delivered everything, Shane van Gisbergen triumphed. He fought off illness and the elements and reminded the NASCAR world that when it comes to road courses, he's in a league of his own. 'What a week, I've really enjoyed myself,' said van Gisbergen. 'That last stint, man. What a pleasure. Unreal.'
Irish Independent
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming choices: An Ghig Mhór, Frost/Nixon and Echo Valley
An Ghig Mhór RTÉ One, 8pm Donegal-born singer-songwriter Eve Belle offers her assistance to musician Hannah B from Gweedore as she attempts to organise her first big gig. Murder 24/7 Monday-Wednesday, BBC Two, 9pm New three-part true-crime series in which detectives begin the search for the killer or killers of delivery driver Aurman Singh, who was murdered in broad daylight on a usually quiet estate in 2023. Walter Presents: Pale Mountains Channel 4, 12.05am New eight-part Italian crime drama which takes place in Bolzano on the country's border with Germany. The local residents are left shaken by a series of vicious attacks on the area's German speakers and believe they have been carried out by a long-dormant serial killer. A police officer and an ambitious legal eagle join forces to uncover the truth. Frost/Nixon TG4, 9.30pm Brilliant adaptation of the hit play of the same name. Michael Sheen and Frank Langella reprise their roles as David Frost and former US president Richard Nixon, who locked horns in a series of televised interviews in 1977. American Thunder Prime Video, streaming now Celebrating its 100th anniversary in June 2023, the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans — one of motorsports' most prestigious endurance races — introduced an unexpected competitor: stock car aficionados Nascar. As for what they brought to proceedings? A Chevrolet Camaro to compete against cutting-edge Ferrari and Porsche prototypes in this almost fabled, gruelling test of long-distance racing. Competing at Le Mans was the lifelong dream of Nascar chairman and CEO Jim France. As such, he brought in Hendrick Motorsports, the most successful team in Nascar history, to build and race the car (which, again, was a Camaro). On the plus side, he also enlisted the help of elite drivers Jenson Button, Jimmie Johnson and Mike Rockenfeller. Over the course of 18 months, this team transformed a car built for (at most) three-hour oval track races in the US into one capable of surviving the relentless 24-hour challenge. Deep Cover Prime Video, streaming now Not to be mistaken for the 1990s movie starring Fishburne and Goldblum, this film is about an improv teacher and her two students posing as criminals to slip into London's underworld. Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, Nick Mohammed and Sean Bean have their work cut out for them to make this fly. Return to the Wild Disney+, streaming now Famed as 'the greatest living explorer', Sir Ranulph 'Ran' Fiennes joins his cousin, actor Joseph Fiennes (no sign of brother Ralph, unfortunately), on a breathtaking journey through British Columbia. As they navigate its rugged terrain, they reflect on Ran's legendary expeditions, his battle with Parkinson's, and the deepening bond forged through their shared adventure. Echo Valley AppleTV+, streaming now Julianne Moore and Domhnall Gleeson are getting all the work of late. Both co-star in this thriller about a mother who will do anything to keep her drug-addled daughter 'safe' (including body disposal). Written by Brad Ingelsby (Mare of Easttown), this moody (if a tad predictable) number stars Sydney Sweeney alongside 'dad' Kyle MacLachlan and Fiona Shaw.
The Guardian
6 days ago
- Automotive
- The Guardian
Home-country hero Daniel Suárez wins first Nascar race in Mexico since 2008
In all his high hopes and hard work over the last year to promote Nascar's return to his home country of Mexico, even Daniel Suárez could not have imagined the amazing story of his dramatic win in Saturday's The Chilango 150 – coming from last place on the grid in a backup car and charging to Victory Lane. After victory spinouts, the 33-year old from Monterrey, Mexico, climbed out of his No 9 JR Motorsports Chevrolet, stood on the car's roof, pounded his chest and pointed upward to the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez grandstands – shouting to the thrilled crowd in his native Spanish and thanking his loyal fans for their support. 'It's everything I was looking for, just a special day,' said an emotional Suárez, the 2016 Nascar Xfinity Series champion, who led a race-best 19 of the race's 65 laps and beat Taylor Gray to the checkered flag by .598 seconds in a backup car the team rebuilt after he crashed in the morning qualifying session. 'It's a very special day to be here in front of my people, all these people that have supported me for many, many years and known me since my Nascar Mexico days. Now I'm fighting with the big boys,' said Suárez, who was forced to use the 'international provisional' starting position after his incident in qualifying. Even after diligently working his way through the 37-car field, Suárez had to earn this win by every definition. The Nascar Cup Series full-timer went door to door with Gray on a restart with three laps remaining, ultimately pulling away – only to have to fend off a fast-approaching Gray again on the final stretch of the last lap. Suárez first took the lead Saturday in similarly dramatic fashion, prevailing on a three-wide restart with 19 laps remaining. He emerged out front after going head-to-head with the race's early leaders, rookie Connor Zilisch and fellow Nascar Cup Series regular Ty Gibbs. The polesitter Zilisch, who led 17 laps, wheel-hopped taking the opening corner of a crowded restart, spun and then hit his JR Motorsports teammate Carson Kvapil as the pileup behind began. Gibbs, who led 18 laps, moved forward from the initial contact then made contact with Kvapil's Chevy on the next turn. The ensuing pileup affected 13 cars to varying degrees. Suárez drove through the melee, drawing a massive cheer from the crowd. The Mexican fans stood on their feet, arms raised, Mexican flags in the air. Richard Childress Racing's Austin Hill finished third, Kaulig Racing's Christian Eckes was fourth and Zilisch recovered to finish fifth in another of the day's more remarkable efforts. After that incident with 17 laps remaining, Zilisch fell back to 28th place with damage to the right side of his Chevy, only to move through the field at a remarkable pace – up 14 positions in the three laps after the restart. He was in 10th place with 10 laps to go, finishing among the top five. 'I'm proud of my team for their effort,' said Zilisch, who leaned against his car alone on pit road, obviously disappointed with the outcome after such a strong afternoon. 'Obviously the finish isn't what we wanted. We probably had a better car than fifth place, but we got caught up in an incident on that last restart. Just proud to be able to come here and get a decent finish. William Sawalich, Austin Green, Jeb Burton and his cousin, Harrison Burton, and Sammy Smith rounded out the top 10. There were seven lead changes among six drivers, with Kvapil winning the first stage and Smith winning stage two. Nascar Xfinity Series championship leader Justin Allgaier had to take his No 7 JR Motorsports Chevrolet behind the wall for repairs before the end of the first stage, ultimately settling for a 34th-place finish, 15 laps down to the winner. Fortunately for the reigning series champion, he held a 92-point advantage over Hill atop the points standings heading into Mexico City. He now leads by 54 points.
