TV tonight: real stories of abandoned babies and reunited families

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Tonight's programming features a poignant new episode of a long-running series on ITV1 at 9pm, which utilizes both advanced DNA technology and traditional investigative methods to help individuals reconnect with their biological families. The episode introduces Simon, who was abandoned in 1966 at a mother-and-baby home in south Wales, and Lisa, who was similarly left in a pram nearly 60 years ago. The show, hosted by Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell, aims to uncover the origins of these individuals and provide them with the answers they have long sought. Viewers can expect an emotional journey filled with heartfelt revelations as the stories of these abandoned children unfold, highlighting the complexities of identity and familial bonds that many struggle to navigate.

In addition to this touching narrative, the evening's lineup includes a variety of other engaging programs. At 7pm on BBC Two, a documentary on tennis legend Martina Navratilova explores her extraordinary life, from her early triumphs in Czechoslovakia to her activism and health challenges. Meanwhile, BBC One offers a segment of 'The Repair Shop 4x4' at 8pm, featuring restoration efforts in Scotland, including a daring inspection of a cathedral spire. Additionally, at 9pm, viewers can tune into a reunion of participants from a previous reality show, where they reflect on personal growth and experiences. The night wraps up with a candid review of the week’s significant news stories at 11pm on BBC Two, showcasing the network’s commitment to timely and insightful journalism.

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9pm, ITV1A new run of this affecting, long-running series which uses a mixture of fancy DNA technology and old-school sleuthing to reunite people with their biological families. We begin with Simon who, in 1966, was left in the outside toilet block of a mother-and-baby home in south Wales. We also meet Lisa, who almost 60 years ago, was left in another baby’s pram. CanDavina McCall, Nicky Campbell and their team help the pair find some answers about their origins? Expect tearful revelations.Phil Harrison

7pm, BBC TwoBy any measure, Martina Navratilova has had a remarkable life. She was a tennis prodigy, winning a national title in Czechoslovakia at the age of 15. Her subsequent life has included gaining US citizenship, political activism and sadly, several bouts of cancer. There will be plenty to talk about then.PH

8pm, BBC OneThe roving Repair Shop 4x4 reaches Scotland. Highlights include daredevil action in Glasgow as Lucia ascends the 68-metre (225ft) spire of the city’s cathedral to see first-hand how it is holding up to weather damage. Dom remains on terra firma but mucks in with flame cleaning and regilding the spire’s golden cockerel weathervane.GV

9pm, BBC OneHave Elizabeth and Letitia maintained their intimacy? Have Fin and Sioned got itchy feet since returning to rural Wales? And has the race taught Caroline new powers of self-assertiveness? Six months after finishing their jaunt, the teams reunite to ponder their experiences.PH

9pm, BBC ThreeIt’s makeup brushes at dawn for Cherise, Jake and Jade, but who will get a “ding dong, darling!” from judge Val Garland, and who is weeping before they’ve even finished their final look? Luckily, the reality contest remains largely feelgood TV, even during this tense finale.Hannah J Davies

11pm, BBC TwoAn unvarnished take on the week’s biggest stories (recorded so close to transmission that no details are available in advance). Which rather prompts the question: can one take a proper overview before the dust has settled? BBC world affairs editor John Simpson is having a go anyway.AC

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Source: The Guardian