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Hackman's estate wants grisly death images kept secret

Hackman's estate wants grisly death images kept secret

The estate of Gene Hackman wants to block the public release of autopsy and investigative reports related to the deaths of the US actor and wife Betsy Arakawa.

Imagine: John Lennon honoured with UK coin collection

Imagine: John Lennon honoured with UK coin collection

Imagine: John Lennon honoured with UK coin collection

Imagine: John Lennon honoured with UK coin collection

Beatles great and peace advocate John Lennon's life and career is being celebrated with the launch of a commemorative coin in the UK.

Nine looks to turn page on strife under new top dog

Nine looks to turn page on strife under new top dog

Nine looks to turn page on strife under new top dog

Nine looks to turn page on strife under new top dog

Media giant Nine has appointed Matthew Stanton as chief executive officer and managing director, replacing Mike Sneesby who stepped down after internal turmoil.

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Blanchett shines in marital spy thriller Black Bag

Blanchett shines in marital spy thriller Black Bag

Cate Blanchett goes toe-to-toe with Michael Fassbender in Black Bag, the latest film from Steven Soderbergh.

Beyond The Scream: Munch portraits on show in London

Beyond The Scream: Munch portraits on show in London

A new exhibition at London's National Portrait Gallery will explore how Norway's master of loneliness was in fact surrounded by people.

Heads in jars used to examine cultural theft, legacy

Heads in jars used to examine cultural theft, legacy

Winter festival Dark Mofo has revealed its first piece for a reinvigorated 2025 event, a work using flesh in jars to examine cultural theft.

Differences should be source of strength: King Charles

Differences should be source of strength: King Charles

King Charles will use Commonwealth Day to urge nations around the world to come together in uncertain times in the spirit of friendship.

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Gene Hackman and wife's cause of death revealed

Gene Hackman and wife's cause of death revealed

Gene Hackman and wife's cause of death revealed

Gene Hackman and wife's cause of death revealed

Authorities in New Mexico have revealed the causes of the deaths of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his concert pianist wife Betsy Arakawa.

Meghan and Drew share hugs and memories in TV show talk

Meghan and Drew share hugs and memories in TV show talk

Meghan and Drew share hugs and memories in TV show talk

Meghan and Drew share hugs and memories in TV show talk

In a TV show appearance with talk queen and actor Drew Barrymore, the Duchess of Sussex has opened up about her love of "touch and hold and embrace".

King Charles shares favourite music in Apple radio show

King Charles shares favourite music in Apple radio show

King Charles shares favourite music in Apple radio show

King Charles shares favourite music in Apple radio show

The King has collaborated with Apple Music to launch The King's Music Room show, sharing his personal playlist including disco, reggae and Afrobeats.

Nephew warns against speculation on Gene Hackman death

Nephew warns against speculation on Gene Hackman death

Nephew warns against speculation on Gene Hackman death

Nephew warns against speculation on Gene Hackman death

Hollywood legend Gene Hackman's nephew says loved ones do not want to speculate over the death of the Oscar-winning actor and his wife in unusual circumstances.

Meta uses facial recognition to spot scam celebrity ads

Meta uses facial recognition to spot scam celebrity ads

Meta uses facial recognition to spot scam celebrity ads

Meta uses facial recognition to spot scam celebrity ads

Social media giant Meta is introducing facial recognition tools to the UK and EU that can spot "celeb-bait" scam advertisements.

Authorities rule out gas leak in Gene Hackman's death

Authorities rule out gas leak in Gene Hackman's death

Authorities rule out gas leak in Gene Hackman's death

Authorities rule out gas leak in Gene Hackman's death

A gas leak is not to blame for the deaths of Hollywood actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa at their home in New Mexico, police say.

Rare Banksy owned by blink-182 rocker up for auction

Rare Banksy owned by blink-182 rocker up for auction

Rare Banksy owned by blink-182 rocker up for auction

Rare Banksy owned by blink-182 rocker up for auction

Banksy's re-imagining of the 1992 painting The Singing Butler by Scottish artist Jack Vettriano is expected to fetch millions at auction.

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Anora wins best picture as it sweeps Academy Awards

Anora has taken the Academy Awards by storm, with Sean Baker’s strip club Cinderella story winning five Oscars including the top prize.

Anore, The Brutalist and Conclave vie for Oscars glory

While many critics have tapped Anora to win the Oscar for best picture, The Brutalist and Conclave are also considered contenders.

Brat Pack alumni eyes Oscar with Hollywood comeback

Demi Moore, who rose to fame as part of the "Brat Pack" of actors in 1980s coming-of-age movies, is the frontrunner to take the Academy Award for best actress.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer star's death 'undetermined'

Michelle Trachtenberg's death is not being treated as suspicious, but it is unclear what happened to the actress after her family objected to an autopsy.

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Hollywood star Gene Hackman, wife and dog found dead

Legendary American actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa have been found dead along with their dog at their home in New Mexico.

Oscars host O'Brien says ceremony can't avoid politics

Oscar ceremony host Conan O'Brien says he has a responsibility to celebrate the people who worked on the nominated movies, while acknowledging current events.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer star found dead in luxury unit

Michelle Trachtenberg, the US actress known for Gossip Girl, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Harriet the Spy has been found dead in New York.

Chalamet, Grande and Moore mingle at Oscars dinner

Oscar nominees including Timothee Chalamet, Ariana Grande, Demi Moore have rubbed shoulders at a star-studded dinner before the big ceremony.

TikTok star to hit the Eurovision stage for Australia

TikTok star Go-Jo will represent Australia in its 10th attempt to crack the Eurovision Song Contest, sending the Sydney singer-songwriter to Switzerland.

Winners at the Screen Actors Guild Awards

Conclave has taken out the top film award at the Screen Actors Guild awards, propelling it to favourite to win the category at next week's Oscars ceremony.

Oscar favourite Anora scoops pool at Sprit awards

Anora has won best film, best director and best actor for Mikey Madison at the Independent Spirit Awards in what could be a preview of the Oscars.

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