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Coming soon to Channel 5, Great River Cruise Journeys is a brand-new four-part series presented by journalist and national treasure Angela Rippon and produced by Manchester-based JetSetTV. In this captivating travel series, Angela embarks on two unforgettable Scenic Luxury Cruises along the Mekong and the Danube, uncovering the culture, history and beauty of the rivers that shape the lives of those who live along their banks. From the temples of Cambodia and the floating markets of Vietnam to the historic heartlands of Hungary, Austria and Germany, Angela offers a fresh perspective on some of the world’s most remarkable waterways.

As she approaches her 60th anniversary in broadcasting, Angela reflects on familiar places along the Danube while discovering the wonders of Southeast Asia for the very first time. “I’m truly thrilled to be given the opportunity to explore these mighty rivers,”. “The Mekong and the Danube offer two very different and uniquely fascinating travel experiences – and I can’t wait to share them with viewers on Channel 5.”

Alice Loxton’s new book, Eleanor: A 200-Mile Walk in Search of England’s Lost Queen will be published on Thursday 13th November. Eleanor tells the story of Alice’s 200-mile walk to trace the Eleanor Crosses, revealing a powerful love story and a rich tapestry of English heritage.

Ben Gernon will do the Record Review on Saturday 8th November. Listen from 2pm on BBC Radio 3.

The Martin Lewis Money Show returns on Tuesday 4th November. Watch from 8pm on ITV1.

Megan McCubbin will appear as a contestant on Richard Osman’s House of Games from Monday 3rd November to Friday 7th November. Watch on BBC Two at 6pm.

Marverine Cole will present the news on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday 29th October. Watch from 6am-9am on ITV1.

Louise Minchin will present Morning Live from Monday 27th October to Wednesday 29th October. Watch from 9:30am on BBC One.

The new season of Dr Sian Williams’ Life Changing began on Wednesday 22nd October. Listen to the first episode about former soldier Geoff Stear who was plagued by PTSD until a miraculous partnership gave him back his independence. Listen now on BBC Sounds with new episodes every Wednesday at 9am.

Louise Minchin will present Morning Live from Monday 20th October to Wednesday 22nd October. Watch from 9:30am on BBC One.

Paul Brand will appear as a contestant on The Weakest Link on Saturday 11th October. In this Battle of the Nations Special two celebrities from each of the four home nations compete to claim the winner’s crown. Watch at 8:30pm on BBC One.