Global LGBTQ+ news includes 71 men charged in Senegal, new US trans healthcare restrictions, Copenhagen Pride’s 30th anniversary and the WTA testing debate.
EastEnders
What happens in EastEnders 17–20 August? Ravi proposes, Priya makes a decision, Penny faces a medical crisis and Denise gets difficult news.
Coronation Street
Ollie is pulled into Idris’ risky plan to raise cash for Speed Daal, agreeing to play in a manipulated poker game with a share of the winnings.
Emmerdale
Charity faces another grilling over Dr Todd’s death in Emmerdale as DS Ramsden spots problems in her story and refuses to let the case rest.
UK LGBTQ+ news round up for 16 August 2026, including Ofcom’s GB News investigation, trans policy developments, Birmingham Pride, Scotland and community news.
EastEnders
Penny pushes ahead with her shop opening despite a swollen leg and worrying fall before a sudden breathing crisis leaves her needing hospital treatment.
AI & ENT. - TV & FILM
Did The Terminator predict AI? We explore Sarah Connor, Skynet, “Skynet Day” and real AI incidents to see why the films still shape our fears about artificial intelligence.
Coronation Street
Lucy faces another painful upheaval as Social Services plan a new foster placement, just as Lily finally reaches out and tries to make amends.
Coronation Street
Sarah’s prison nightmare threatens to reach beyond the jail as Kacey brings Harry into her threats and worrying attention turns towards him outside.
Emmerdale
Emmerdale’s Kev expects a valuable haul when Caleb sends him to rob Jimmy’s van, but the job takes an unexpected turn and leaves him furious.
Emmerdale
Jacob senses something is wrong with Sarah in Emmerdale as she hides the truth about Dr Todd’s death and Charity’s sacrifice becomes harder to conceal.
HomeAndAway
Home and Away spoilers for 17–21 August as Beau attacks Harper, Levi faces devastating injuries and Sonny’s dangerous secret closes in.