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March 11 (UPI) — Gen. Joshua Rudd was confirmed by the Senate to lead the National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command Tuesday.

Rudd is already the deputy chief of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. The Senate voted to confirm him in a 71-29 vote.

Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., voiced his objections to Rudd because he doesn’t have cybersecurity experience. He had put a procedural hold to block Rudd’s confirmation but the chamber was able to get around it.

“He is not qualified for this job,” Wyden wrote in a letter addressed to President Donald Trump that was submitted to the Congressional Record. “And, when it comes to the cybersecurity of this country, there is simply no time for on-the-job learning. The threat is just too urgent for that. For these reasons, I oppose the nomination.”

The position of NSA director had been vacant since April, when retired Gen. Timothy Haugh and his civilian deputy Wendy Noble were ousted.

Lt. Gen. William Hartman has been acting head and plans to retire when Rudd is sworn in. No date has been announced yet.

“General Rudd is a war hero with a lifetime of service to our nation. He is the right choice to lead the protection of our nation from cyberattacks by Iran, Russia and China,” Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., said in a statement.

During nomination hearings before Senate committees, Rudd defended Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, a data-collection law that is set to expire in April.

Suranne Jones returns in a beloved BBC psychological drama’s third and final series, nine years after the show gripped the nation in 2017.

If you were amongst the millions of viewers who tuned into the finale of Doctor Foster’s second series back in 2017, you’d be forgiven for thinking that was the end. Yet, following an extended nine-year break, the much-loved BBC psychological drama that kept audiences gripped is returning with a thrilling third chapter.

The forthcoming five-part television series will see Suranne Jones reprising her role as Gemma Foster, alongside Bertie Carvel, who returns as Simon, and Tom Taylor portraying their son Tom. Penned by Mike Bartlett, the synopsis for the new season states: “10 years ago, on discovering her husband Simon was having an affair, Gemma Foster enacted a masterful revenge.

“But the fallout was devastating when her 15-year-old son Tom disappeared. Now, in series three, Gemma is still a GP, still in the same house, but on the brink of a fresh start: she has met someone new and is getting married. But as the wedding day draws closer, and friends and family gather, shadows from the past begin to re-emerge, threatening both her happiness and her reputation.

“As Gemma fights to protect those she loves and expose whoever’s intent on hurting her, will she be able to put the past to bed, dispense justice, and claim the future she deserves, before it is too late?”

Lindsay Salt, Director of BBC Drama, described it as “a privilege to welcome Doctor Foster back to the BBC after almost a decade away”.

She continued: “The extent to which the first two series gripped the nation is a credit to Mike’s writing, the talented team at Drama Republic and our magnificent cast – and now we’re ready do it one more time in this epic final chapter. Bring it on!”

Based on IMDb reviews, audiences of the programme have expressed their views on the opening two seasons. One viewer branded the show a “BBC winner” and a “treasure”.

They commented: “Have found myself watching the BBC less over the years, there are, though, a fair share of treasures like Doctor Foster. It is very well made visually, stylish and audaciously with a fluid way of how it’s shot.”

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Another remarked: “One of the greatest BBC shows with strong Shakespearean drama elements of personas and duplicity, betrayal, obsession, jealousy, revenge, conniving and plotting, and distrust.

“An amazing and gripping show that makes an intense and horrific portrayal of something as domestic as marriage and its complications (an understatement). Carrying strong tones of paranoia, calculated revenge, depiction of ‘natural’ misogyny, and with undertones of misanthropy, this show will give you knots and chills and keep you hooked.”

Another viewer remarked: “I don’t normally write reviews, but if you like nail-biting drama, watch this. Block out five hours of your life and get comfy. You won’t want to leave the telly!”.

A third person observed: “This program is engrossing, well-written and well-acted. It walks a fine line between being utterly disgusting and completely relatable, making me hate it and love it all at once. You definitely have to be patient to watch all the incendiary acrimony!”.

The Channel 4 show first kicked off in 2023 with Paddy McGuinness fronting the series.

There’s good news for fans of the smash-hit reality series Tempting Fortune as Channel 4 has announced a third instalment is on the way.

The series first started in 2023 and saw host Paddy McGuinness welcome 12 people to the remote wilderness as they embarked on an 18-day trek aiming to divide the £300,000 prize fund.

Along the way, their willpower will be put to the test as they’ll constantly be offered luxurious comforts, including mouth-watering treats, comfy beds and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

However, should they give in to temptation and decide to purchase something that’s offered, money will be deducted from the final pot for everyone.

Now, a fresh batch of contestants will have to trek through the Malaysian jungle armed with nothing but basic supplies and their own willpower.

The third series will be fronted by comedian Rob Beckett, who is taking over from the previous host, Paddy McGuinness.

Speaking about joining the show, Rob said: “Put people in the jungle, take away everything nice, then tempt them with hot showers and burgers. It’s hilarious.

“Everyone thinks they can resist temptation until they’re hot and filthy, and suddenly morals go out the window. I’m very happy to be hosting this show, especially from the comfort of a lovely crew hotel.”

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A synopsis for the series reads: “With big brands lining up to transport their products to the jungle to offer up comforting tastes of home, the temptations on offer are more tempting and more emotionally evocative than ever before.

“This new series promises more extreme conditions, more enticing temptations, and some dramatic new twists that will put even greater pressure on the shared cash pot.”

It’s not yet been announced when the third series will air.

Since the show began three years ago, it’s received nothing but praise from fans as one person on X said: “This is amazing #TemptingFortune.”

Someone else wrote: “Thoroughly enjoyed #TemptingFortune, what a great series and SO well made. Easily some of the best tv I’ve watched this year so far. From the brilliant cast, epic set builds and incredible filmmaking feats of the crew, production and producers on the ground.”

Series 1 & 2 of Tempting Fortune is available to watch on Channel 4.

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