This week's UK TV & radio

18:00 BBC News at Six The latest national and international news stories from the BBC News team, followed by weather.

18:00 Eggheads General knowledge quiz in which teams from all over the UK battle to beat the Eggheads, some of the country's top quiz champions.

18:00 The Simpsons The Girl Who Slept Too Little The council moves the cemetery next door to the Simpsons. Perturbed by her new next door neighbours, Lisa starts having nightmares. Can she conquer her fear?

18:00 Panda Week Wildlife presenter Nigel Marven heads to China to learn about giant pandas. Nigel climbs the holy mountain of Emei Shan and continues his search for a wild panda (4/5).

18:30 Midlands Today The latest news, sport and weather for the Midlands.

18:30 Restoration Roadshow 19/20. Series devoted to saving treasured heirlooms from the scrapheap. Eric Knowles and his team visit Blenheim Palace where heirlooms include an Edwardian Tiffany cocktail tray.

18:30 Hollyoaks India frets over Alastair in his hospital bed, and is displeased to see Cindy doing the same. Cindy assures India she is genuinely worried about him. Meanwhile, Gilly is heartbroken.

18:25 Live From Studio Five Magazine show hosted by Kate Walsh and Jayne Middlemiss. The programme features a look at the day's news alongside location reports, celebrity interviews and gossip.

19:00 The One Show If it has Britain talking then it will be talked about on the One Show. Jason Manford and Alex Jones bring viewers the stories that matter from across the country. Also in HD.

19:00 Natural World 5/14. Africa's Dragon Mountain: A portrait of the Drakensberg - 'dragon mountains' - of South Africa following giant antelope and baboons as they struggle to survive in a land of extremes.

18:58 This Is BBC Four This is BBC Four. Programmes start at 7.00pm.

19:00 World News Today The latest national and international news, exploring the day's events from a global perspective. [S] Followed by weather.

19:00 Channel 4 News Includes sport and weather.

19:00 Five News at 7 National and international news.

18:58 This Is BBC Three BBC Three. The best in new entertainment, comedy, contemporary drama and music for the digital generation. Stay tuned for 60 Seconds news.

19:00 Total Wipeout 4/9. Richard Hammond and Amanda Byram present the game show where 20 contestants take on one of television's largest and most extreme obstacle courses.

19:30 EastEnders A vengeful Janine wreaks havoc for Bianca and Ronnie. Peggy is left devastated by Sam's shocking announcement, while Billy enlists Jay in his hunt for Phil. [AD,S] Then BBC News.

19:30 BBC Proms 2010: Pictures at an... ...Exhibition with the BBC NOW. The BBC National Orchestra of Wales performs works by Mussorgsky, Rameau and Matalon.

19:30 Escape From... ...Alcatraz. Historian Saul David presents some of the greatest historical escapes of the 20th century. David travels to Alcatraz, the prison for America's most dangerous criminals until 1963.

20:00 Waterloo Road 2/20. School-based drama. Jess becomes jealous as Karen and Chris grow closer professionally and sabotages their friendship by publishing a vicious article in the school newspaper. Also in HD. [AD,S]

19:50 Coast Norman Construction Mark Horton discovers how William the Conqueror taught the English how to construct castles, and why William looked to Normandy for the Tower of London's stone.

20:00 E Numbers: an Edible Adventure 2/3. Preservatives: Stefan Gates uncovers the truth about food additives. He looks at preservatives, discovering one that keeps bacon free of deadly bacteria and one that's an explosive.

19:55 4thought.tv Former MP Neil Hamilton taught at a faith school before his career in politics. He thinks the moral framework they impose could be a solution to the hedonism of contemporary society.

20:00 Location, Location, Location Phil and Kirstie are in the south east, where Paul and Stephanie are stuck in a house bursting at the seams, and Noni and George are looking for a family home in Crystal Palace.

20:00 Egypt's Lost Queen Documentary about Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most successful female pharaohs of Ancient Egypt. Legend has it that Hatshepsut dressed herself as a man and seized the throne (2/2).

20:00 Young, Dumb and Living off Mum 6/6. Competition in which spoilt young adults learn to fend for themselves. The contestants face their final placement, working for a charity who help people to redecorate their homes.

21:00 Motorway Cops Catch Us If You Can The Motorway Cops are after runaway drivers including a stolen high performance car with a determined thief at the wheel.

21:00 Digging for Britain 3/4. Anglo-Saxons: Dr Alice Roberts follows a year of British archaeology. Skeletons at the royal seat of power in Bamburgh show signs of violent death but also of tenderness. [AD,S]

21:00 The Hunt for Britain's Sex... ...Traffickers In the final film, the police target slave markets in Britain, where women are traded, and close in on the international masterminds at the head of this global industry.

20:58 Five News at 9 The latest national and international news headlines.

21:00 The Shepherd Film Explosive thriller starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Stephen Lord. A former cop must single-handedly thwart a drug cartel attempting to bring heroin into the US. (2008)

21:00 Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live 1/2. Recorded at the Festival Theatre during the Edinburgh Fringe, this show is hosted by Kevin Bridges and features John Bishop, Andi Osho, Stephen K Amos, Mark Watson and Tom Stade.

21:25 What Makes a Great Soprano? Dame Kiri Te Kanawa explores the physical and artistic demands of being an international soprano, and explains the qualities that separate the great from the merely good. [AD,S]

22:00 BBC News at Ten The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide.

22:00 Have I Got Old News for You 6/9. The popular news quiz with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, guest host Alexander Armstrong and guest panellists Jimmy Carr and Bob Crow.

22:00 Ultimate Big Brother Highlights of the past 24 hours in the Ultimate Big Brother house.

22:00 EastEnders A vengeful Janine wreaks havoc for Bianca and Ronnie. Peggy is left devastated by Sam's shocking announcement, while Billy enlists Jay in his hunt for Phil. [AD,S]

22:25 Midlands Today The latest news, sport and weather for the Midlands. [S] Followed by national weather.

22:30 Newsnight In-depth investigation and analysis of the stories behind the day's headlines with Gavin Esler. [S] Followed by weather.

22:25 France on a Plate Andrew Hussey takes a gastronomic tour through French history, from Versailles via the French Revolution through to nouvelle cuisine and fusion food. Contains some strong language.

22:30 The King Is Dead New series. 1/7. The President of the USA: Who out of James Corden, Sarah Beeny and Peaches Geldof could be the next US president? Contains some strong language.

22:35 10 Things You Need to Know... ...About Sleep. Documentary revealing the science behind why so many people find it difficult to nod off, and offering practical tips on the best ways to get a good night's sleep.

23:00 Britain's Ugliest Models The London office enters pensioner Prince Albert for recognition in the Guinness Book of World Records. Meanwhile, in New York, we meet transgender model Laverne. (2/3)

23:00 Family Guy 5/16. The Man with Two Brians: Animated comedy series. Realising that Brian may be getting old, Peter gets a newer dog who the Griffins love, prompting Brian to leave. Contains adult humour.

23:10 Cha'Mone - Mo'Fo'Selecta!... ...A Michael Jackson Tribute: Leigh Francis takes us on a journey through MJ's life with contributions from some new rubber-faced celebrities including Uri Geller and Kanye West.

23:20 Nurse Jackie 9/12. Nosebleed: Drama series about a nurse. Jackie suffers a drug-induced nosebleed and learns that O'Hara has betrayed her secrets to a sister. Contains some strong language. [AD,S]

23:25 Churches: How to Read Them 1/6. Dark Beginnings: Richard Taylor visits Britain's early medieval churches to find out why the Anglo-Saxons and Normans continued to fill their sacred buildings with pagan images.

23:20 Family Guy 6/16. Tales of a Third Grade Nothing: Animated comedy about US family life. Peter goes back to third grade to try and qualify for a promotion at work. Brian opens a bar. Contains adult humour.

23:35 The Abduction Club Romantic comedy about a 17th-century club in Ireland whose members attempt to woo wealthy heiresses, spirit them away at night and marry them before sunrise. Contains moderate violence.

23:45 Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live 1/2. Recorded at the Festival Theatre during the Edinburgh Fringe, this show is hosted by Kevin Bridges and features John Bishop, Andi Osho, Stephen K Amos, Mark Watson and Tom Stade.

23:50 Nurse Jackie 10/12. Ring Finger: Drama series about a New York nurse. Jackie resorts to extreme measures to get Coop off her back over the fake organ donor card. Contains some strong language. [AD,S]

23:55 John Sergeant on Tracks of Empire 1/2. Unite and Divide: John Sergeant embarks on a 3,000 mile journey through the history of the greatest legacy the British left to India - its vast rail network, the biggest in Asia. [AD,S]

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00:15 Coming Up: Boy The drama strand showcasing the UK's exciting new film makers. Kept a prisoner in his room, the boy is all alone until he finds a mouse. But the mouse needs to eat.

00:20 The Wounded Platoon A shocking look at heroism, grief, combat, drugs, alcohol, brutal murder and post-traumatic stress for a generation of American soldiers. Contains strong language and upsetting scenes.

00:45 Music on 4: The Album Chart... ...Show Spotlight: A round-up of the week's best single releases, including videos and performances.

00:45 The King Is Dead 1/7. The President of the USA: Comedy panel show in which James Corden, Sarah Beeny and Peaches Geldof battle to lead the free world after the US president dies. Contains some strong language.

00:55 What Makes a Great Soprano? Dame Kiri Te Kanawa explores the physical and artistic demands of being an international soprano, and explains the qualities that separate the great from the merely good. [AD,S]

01:00 Ultimate Big Brother: Live See what the housemates are up to with live streaming direct from the Ultimate Big Brother house.

01:10 Holiday Weatherview Detailed weather forecast.

01:15 Panorama Britain's Disappearing Wildlife A look at the decline of UK wildlife. There is more at stake than simply protecting the beauty of nature - our food supply could be under threat. [S,SL]

01:15 Baby Beauty Queens 6/6. Liane: Eight-year-old Liane is desperate to be a model. Her mum Amanda tried to make it as one but her dream didn't come true, so now she hopes that it will for her daughter.

01:20 BBC News BBC Two joins the BBC's rolling news channel, with bulletins on the hour and the headlines every 15 minutes.

01:45 It Shouldn't Happen at a Vets' Panorama goes undercover in one of Britain's largest veterinary chains. Contains some upsetting scenes. [S,SL]

01:45 Glamour Models, Mum and Me Documentary about the relationship between plastic surgery-obsessed glamour model Alicia Douvall and her 14-year-old daughter. Contains some strong language. [AD,S]

01:55 BBC Proms 2010: Pictures at an... ...Exhibition with the BBC NOW. The BBC National Orchestra of Wales performs works by Mussorgsky, Rameau and Matalon.

02:45 Countryfile Adam Henson and Ellie Harrison are in the Shropshire town of Ludlow, to help them celebrate the tenth anniversary of the local farmers' market. [S,SL]

02:45 Total Wipeout 4/9. Richard Hammond and Amanda Byram present the game show where 20 contestants take on one of television's largest and most extreme obstacle courses.

03:05 The Hunt for Britain's Sex... ...Traffickers In the final film, the police target slave markets in Britain, where women are traded, and close in on the international masterminds at the head of this global industry.

03:40 Ben Fogle's Escape in Time 9/20. Series in which families become Victorian farmers. The Dads learn that making a gate Victorian style isn't as simple as banging a few timbers together. [S,SL]

03:40 Young, Dumb and Living off Mum 6/6. The contestants work for a charity who help people to redecorate their homes. Contains strong language. [S,SL]

03:50 This Is BBC Four BBC Four is the BBC channel for people who want more. More depth, more range, more to stimulate the mind. More daily from 7.00pm.

04:00 When Hell Freezes Australian adventurer Tim Jarvis retraces explorer Sir Douglas Mawson's Antarctic expedition of 1912 and the extraordinary story of human survival.

04:05 House Doctor Home improvement series. Alistair Appleton and Californian interior designer Ann Maurice are in Cheltenham.

04:25 BBC News BBC One joins the BBC's rolling news channel for a night of news, with bulletins on the hour and the headlines every 15 minutes.

04:25 Pages from Ceefax News and information from the BBC's Teletext service.

04:30 Wildlife SOS Documentary series about the work of dedicated animal lovers who save injured and orphaned wild animals brought into their sanctuary.

04:40 Baby Beauty Queens 6/6. Liane: Eight-year-old Liane is desperate to be a model. Her mum Amanda tried to make it as one but her dream didn't come true, so now she hopes that it will for her daughter. [S,SL]

04:55 Animal Rescue Squad Highlights of the show in which Michaela Strachan and Matt Baker follow the urgent work going on to save and protect animals in the UK and abroad.

05:10 The New Tomorrow Children's drama series, a spin-off from 'The Tribe'. The Ants and the Barbs decide to unite against the threat of the warlike Privs, while Flame swears revenge on Sky.

05:10 This Is BBC Three BBC Three Refreshing TV for the digital age. Tune in daily from 7.00pm.

05:30 This Is BBC Four BBC Four is the BBC channel for people who want more. More depth, more range, more to stimulate the mind. More daily from 7.00pm.

05:25 Countdown Jeff Stelling and Rachel Riley host as contestants race against the clock to pit their wits against vowels, consonants and numbers. With Dictionary Corner guest Gloria Hunniford.

05:30 This Is BBC Three BBC Three Refreshing TV for the digital age. Tune in daily from 7.00pm.

05:35 Michaela's Wild Challenge Michaela Strachan and colleagues undertakes wildlife-related dares. Ellie puts her hand down a crocodile's throat, Michaela swims with baboons and Jamie swims with pilot whales.