A Powerful Political Series on the World’s Worst Atrocities

“The images of that haunt us all,” remarked Bill Clinton during his visit to Rwanda in 1998. A few years earlier, around 1 million people had been brutally murdered over a 100-day period, yet the United States did not intervene in the genocide against the Tutsi minority. This haunting question is explored in a powerful eight-part series. Former US government members, like Madeleine Albright, share their perspectives on why such atrocities were overlooked and ponder the fate of the vow “never again.”

On BBC One at 8pm, the latest episode of Celebrity MasterChef sees five new contestants enter the fray. Among them are Team GB sprinter Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Love Island’s Chloe Burrows. How will Harry’s speed play out in the kitchen? Can Chloe serve dishes as stylish as her outfits? And what will EastEnders’ Danielle Harold do when faced with culinary challenges? Stay tuned to find out which four contestants will advance.

Meanwhile, at 8pm on ITV1, Cooking With the Stars features Carol Vorderman, Linford Christie, and Ellie Simmonds taking on rapid cooking challenges. With Emma Willis and Tom Allen hosting, and professional chefs mentoring, the contestants must now double their efforts to secure a spot in the semi-finals.

On BBC Two at 9pm, Saving Lives in Cardiff presents gripping and emotional medical cases. Nineteen-year-old Chelsea battles an extremely rare brain tumor, 74-year-old John deals with a collapsed abdominal aortic aneurysm, and 17-year-old Rhys faces surgery for a chest disfigurement after waiting two years. The show highlights the dedication of the medical staff at the University Hospital of Wales amid a backdrop of bed shortages, long waiting lists, and numerous cancellations.

Over on Sky Witness at 9pm, the fifth episode of Elsbeth sees the sudden death of a tennis star take center stage. Elsbeth Tascioni and her partner dive into what led to the sports champion’s unexpected death on the court. With Carrie Preston leading this quirky crime drama, it continues to captivate audiences.

Finally, on Channel 4 at 10pm, First Dates returns with Fred Sirieix reopening his romantic restaurant. This installment features best friends Emma and Dani considering partner swaps during their double date, while 53-year-old Venezuelan Aire seeks someone “a bit crazy.” As always, the show promises unexpected, romantic twists.

Source: BBC, ITV, Sky Witness, Channel 4