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Coffin rides help bring Dark Mofo festival back to life

Coffin rides help bring Dark Mofo festival back to life

Early attendance figures for Dark Mofo show the festival is alive and kicking, even though it's offering coffin rides - all in the name of art, of course.

Judge declares mistrial at Harvey Weinstein rape trial

Judge declares mistrial at Harvey Weinstein rape trial

Judge declares mistrial at Harvey Weinstein rape trial

Judge declares mistrial at Harvey Weinstein rape trial

A judge has been forced to declare a mistrial at Harvey Weinstein's rape case after a juror described being threatened over his vote.

Theatre company's box office boost from bumper season

Theatre company's box office boost from bumper season

Theatre company's box office boost from bumper season

Theatre company's box office boost from bumper season

More than half a million people saw a Sydney Theatre Company show in 2024, making for record revenues of just over $47 million.

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Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson dies at age 82

Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson dies at age 82

Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ visionary and fragile leader whose summertime anthems made him one of rock's most influential artists, has died at 82.

Weinstein convicted of one sex crime in retrial

Weinstein convicted of one sex crime in retrial

Ex-movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been convicted of one sex crime charge and acquitted of another, with jurors unable to reach a verdict on a third charge.

The stark numbers that spell grim news for Aussie musos

The stark numbers that spell grim news for Aussie musos

Australian music fans are proud of local tunes and want to hear more, but the numbers show they're overwhelmingly listening to international artists.

Bridge project points to the future of arts festivals

Bridge project points to the future of arts festivals

Bridges transformed into art by global design duo Craig & Karl are among free attractions at the Brisbane Festival, staged with corporate naming rights.

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Combs' ex accuses him of abuse but says she loves him

Combs' ex accuses him of abuse but says she loves him

Combs' ex accuses him of abuse but says she loves him

Combs' ex accuses him of abuse but says she loves him

Sean Diddy Combs' ex-girlfriend says she took part in sex acts with male sex workers at the music mogul's request because it made her feel loved by him.

Stage invader shocks Katy Perry at Sydney concert

Stage invader shocks Katy Perry at Sydney concert

Stage invader shocks Katy Perry at Sydney concert

Stage invader shocks Katy Perry at Sydney concert

Security were quick to eject a man who invaded the stage during a Katy Perry concert in Sydney and put his arm around the Roar hitmaker.

Diddy's ex shares graphic details about sexual violence

Diddy's ex shares graphic details about sexual violence

Diddy's ex shares graphic details about sexual violence

Diddy's ex shares graphic details about sexual violence

Sean “Diddy” Combs' ex-girlfriend has given graphic testimony about the shocking violence and forced sexual encounters she suffered at the hands of the rapper.

Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively dismissed

Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively dismissed

Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively dismissed

Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively dismissed

A judge has dismissed the defamation lawsuit Justin Baldoni filed against his It Ends With Us costar Blake Lively, after she sued him for sexual harassment.

Day of the Jackal author Forsyth dies at age 86

Day of the Jackal author Forsyth dies at age 86

Day of the Jackal author Forsyth dies at age 86

Day of the Jackal author Forsyth dies at age 86

Frederick Forsyth, the author of The Day of the Jackal and other bestselling thrillers, has died after a brief illness.

Sarah Snook picks up Tony Award for Dorian Gray

Sarah Snook picks up Tony Award for Dorian Gray

Sarah Snook picks up Tony Award for Dorian Gray

Sarah Snook picks up Tony Award for Dorian Gray

Sarah Snook has taken home a Tony Award for leading actress in a Broadway play for her work in The Picture of Dorian Gray, where she plays all 26 roles.

Pacific solar pioneer, charitable Aussies earn gongs

Pacific solar pioneer, charitable Aussies earn gongs

Pacific solar pioneer, charitable Aussies earn gongs

Pacific solar pioneer, charitable Aussies earn gongs

The King's Birthday Honours include several Australians recognised for their service in the Pacific region, including work to spread renewable energy uptake.

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Grit and determination characterises women honoured

Women in business, finance, education and law are recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List and some share their proudest career moments.

Hard truths: pioneering coral researcher shines

Ove Hoegh-Guldberg never wanted to be proven right about the fate of coral reefs under a warming climate and is now being honoured for his discoveries.

'Miracle' PM gets top gong in the name of the King

A controversial ex-prime minister, an Oscar winner and several academics are receiving one of Australia's top merits on the King's Birthday Honours List.

Of mice and Macca's: art's new meaning in old materials

An emerging rural artist uses second-hand, found and discarded materials to vividly explore tensions between production, consumerism and the environment.

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Judge denies Harvey Weinstein’s bid for mistrial

A judge has denied Harvey Weinstein’s defence lawyers' request for a mistrial after a juror complained of issues in the deliberations.

Iconic Australian migrant story returns to the stage

Based on the award-winning coming-of-age book and film, the Looking for Alibrandi stage show is shining a spotlight on discrimination during a national tour.

Diddy's ex sobs as she testifies at his sex trial

An ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs says he made her feel guilty for asking male entertainers to wear condoms during "Freak Offs".

Soccer legend David Beckham to receive a knighthood

It has been revealed that soccer star David Beckham will be confirmed as Sir in The King's Birthday Honours list next week.

Jury hears more of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' 'debauchery'

A model and social media influencer has told a jury she felt "exhilarated" the first time she had sex with a male escort in front of Sean "Diddy" Combs.

Jury begins deliberating in Weinstein's rape retrial

Jurors have started deliberating in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape and assault crimes retrial.

Knockout blow for contentious bare-knuckle boxing event

A controversial bare-knuckle boxing championship has been blocked from hosting its first Australian event, despite tickets already being on sale.

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