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Rebel Wilson film's box office 'depressing': producer

Rebel Wilson film's box office 'depressing': producer

The film at the centre of an ongoing legal stoush involving Hollywood star Rebel Wilson made just $335,000 in Australia on a budget of over $22 million.

Book by Princess Diana's brother reopens old wounds

Book by Princess Diana's brother reopens old wounds

Book by Princess Diana's brother reopens old wounds

Book by Princess Diana's brother reopens old wounds

The memoir written by Princess Diana's brother, Charles Spencer, has been released after attracting headlines for its damaging allegations about the King.

US states settle lawsuit over Paramount-Warner merger

US states settle lawsuit over Paramount-Warner merger

US states settle lawsuit over Paramount-Warner merger

US states settle lawsuit over Paramount-Warner merger

Hollywood writers and 12 US states challenging Paramount's buyout of Warner Bros have agreed to a settlement, paving the way for a merger.

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Glitz and red carpet glamour on AFL's night of nights

Glitz and red carpet glamour on AFL's night of nights

The red carpet has been rolled out ahead of the 2026 Brownlow Medal presentation with AFL stars and their partners turning out in style.

Rebel Wilson in 'last chance' call over $1m film fee

Rebel Wilson in 'last chance' call over $1m film fee

A film company suing Hollywood star Rebel Wilson sought an urgent phone call with her and other producers after halting funds in a dispute over fees.

Cindy Crawford's son Presley Gerber, dead at 27

Cindy Crawford's son Presley Gerber, dead at 27

Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of 80s supermodel Cindy Crawford, and sister of model Kaia Gerber, has died in a US rehab facility.

Ed Sheeran contemplated quitting performing over row

Ed Sheeran contemplated quitting performing over row

An emotional Ed Sheeran has confided in fans about his tumultuous week, admitting he'd made ‘mistakes’ and condemned the conflict in Gaza as ‘catastrophic’.

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Farnham to skip tribute concert due to worsening health

Farnham to skip tribute concert due to worsening health

Farnham to skip tribute concert due to worsening health

Farnham to skip tribute concert due to worsening health

Music legend John Farnham’s health has deteriorated, ruling him out of attending a tribute concert in his honour.

From the bush to the Opera House, choir raises the roof

From the bush to the Opera House, choir raises the roof

From the bush to the Opera House, choir raises the roof

From the bush to the Opera House, choir raises the roof

A youth choir program that runs across 80 remote communities is celebrating two decades of changing rural children's lives through the power of music.

Arts groups fear fallout of looming NDIS funding cuts

Arts groups fear fallout of looming NDIS funding cuts

Arts groups fear fallout of looming NDIS funding cuts

Arts groups fear fallout of looming NDIS funding cuts

Disability arts organisations from around Australia fear cuts to the NDIS will destroy career pathways and reduce vital mental health and social supports.

Rag trade casualties: why Aussie brands are going broke

Rag trade casualties: why Aussie brands are going broke

Rag trade casualties: why Aussie brands are going broke

Rag trade casualties: why Aussie brands are going broke

Experts reveal the real reason behind the latest string of Aussie fashion brand failures and why the domestic industry could be structurally unprofitable.

Could radically different computers rescue the AI era?

Could radically different computers rescue the AI era?

Could radically different computers rescue the AI era?

Could radically different computers rescue the AI era?

Once a powerful supercomputer, the only known CM-2 in Australia is part of an exhibition exploring the radical history of computing.

Ireland won't take part in Eurovision 2027 over Israel

Ireland won't take part in Eurovision 2027 over Israel

Ireland won't take part in Eurovision 2027 over Israel

Ireland won't take part in Eurovision 2027 over Israel

Ireland is set to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest for a second year due to the "appalling and ongoing loss of lives in Gaza".

Psychedelic pop artist Peter Max dead at 88

Psychedelic pop artist Peter Max dead at 88

Psychedelic pop artist Peter Max dead at 88

Psychedelic pop artist Peter Max dead at 88

Beginning his career in graphic design in the 1960s, artist Peter Max - who has died at 88 - continued his work well into the 21st century.

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Dropping Macklemore from tour not my decision: Sheeran

Four supporting acts have quit Ed Sheeran’s US tour after Macklemore was removed for his pro-Palestinian comments onstage.

Stefanovic denies 'oppressing' podcast business partner

TV host-turned-podcaster Karl Stefanovic and the co-owner of his company have fallen out, with a court set to decide their fate.

Widow's Bay scores big, The Pitt wins again at Emmys

Widow’s Bay has stormed the Emmy Awards, breaking a record for a comedy series, including best comedy series and three acting wins.

Oils drum kit one of 50 treasures of Aussie performance

A drum kit that belonged to the late Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst is one of the treasures going on display at the Australian Museum of Performing Arts.

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'Sultan Of Sequins', designer to stars, Bob Mackie dies

US costume designer Bob Mackie, known as the “Sultan Of Sequins” and the “Rajah Of Rhinestones” is being remembered for his "genius and extraordinary designs".

Palace Letters heads up Sydney Theatre Company slate

The Sydney Theatre Company's 2027 season includes the world premiere of a play about the Palace Letters, which revealed the inside story of the 1975 dismissal.

The Pitt leads Emmy nominees with 25 nods

Hollywood will host America’s most coveted TV honours as the stars of the small screen prepare to walk the red carpet at the 78th annual Emmy Awards ceremony.

Kennedy Center on the brink of bankruptcy

The Washington Post is reporting the troubled John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is on the brink of financial collapse.

Drawing a line: disability arts sector fears NDIS cuts

A studio for artists with intellectual disabilities has produced an Archibald finalist but cuts to the NDIS have the arts disability sector worried.

Sore heads as Aussie NFL fans go into party overtime

Aussie NFL fans have kicked on after hosting a season match for the first time, with a sea of red and blue jerseys taking over Melbourne pubs.

Arts worker protest is a show stopper at theatres venue

Ticketholders won't be seeing shows at a major performing arts venue as workers protest over stalled pay negotiations.

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