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Woman says Russell Brand tried to drag her into toilets

A woman has told a UK court a "wild-eyed" Russell Brand tried to grab her and take her into the toilets, but his lawyers argue her experience was "short lived".

Sculpture by the Sea officially kicks off its 30th year

Sculpture by the Sea officially kicks off its 30th year

Sculpture by the Sea officially kicks off its 30th year

Sculpture by the Sea officially kicks off its 30th year

Billed as the world's biggest free outdoor sculpture show, Sculpture by the Sea returns to Sydney's beachfront to mark 30 years in business.

Jurors hear Brand accuser say he had 'snake-like' body

A jury has been played a police interview of a woman who alleges Russell Brand raped her saying she "found his ‌body quite snake-like, disgusting".

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Sally Rooney books pulled over Palestine Action support

Sally Rooney books pulled over Palestine Action support

The award-winning author says she's prepared to accept the consequences of her vocal support of Palestine Action, which was banned under anti-terrorism laws.

Stars align for festival state after Michelin honours

Stars align for festival state after Michelin honours

A state is toasting its culinary success after receiving its inaugural Michelin Guide edition, recognising 77 restaurants.

Opera returns to State Theatre with Wagner gala

Opera returns to State Theatre with Wagner gala

The national opera company is returning to its traditional Melbourne venue, now known as the Ian Potter State Theatre, after a break of more than four years.

Pitbull, Kardashian: cop chased celebs before killings

Pitbull, Kardashian: cop chased celebs before killings

Alleged jealous murderer Beau Lamarre-Condon bonded with an anti-vax friend over a shared love of tracking A-listers before making a concerning request.

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Comedian king is adding some Curry in his musical debut

Comedian king is adding some Curry in his musical debut

Comedian king is adding some Curry in his musical debut

Comedian king is adding some Curry in his musical debut

Comedian and actor Stephen Curry is swapping the screen for the stage as King Arthur in the irreverent musical Monty Python's Spamalot.

Let it roll: troubled Melbourne Star wheel reopens

Let it roll: troubled Melbourne Star wheel reopens

Let it roll: troubled Melbourne Star wheel reopens

Let it roll: troubled Melbourne Star wheel reopens

A troubled state attraction will reopen after decades of technical issues and closures, offering Vegas-inspired packages hoped to draw back crowds.

Sparkly new cast rocks return season of Moulin Rouge!

Sparkly new cast rocks return season of Moulin Rouge!

Sparkly new cast rocks return season of Moulin Rouge!

Sparkly new cast rocks return season of Moulin Rouge!

Moulin Rouge! The Musical is preparing to sweep audiences off their feet again as the grand stage production returns to Australia with new cast members.

Comedian Brand was a ruthless predator: UK prosecutors

A prosecutor has accused comedian Russell Brand of being a "ruthless" sexual predator who assaulted six women over the course of a decade.

Streaming giant Netflix to cut six per cent of workers

Streaming giant Netflix to cut six per cent of workers

Streaming giant Netflix to cut six per cent of workers

Streaming giant Netflix to cut six per cent of workers

Netflix plans to cut six per cent of its employees, or roughly 1000 workers, as part of wider organisational changes.

Prosecution labels Brand a ruthless sexual predator

Actor and comedian Russell Brand is a “ruthless and manipulative” predator who raped and groped women to satisfy his sexual appetite, a UK court has been told.

More shows as Powderfinger fans scramble for tickets

More shows as Powderfinger fans scramble for tickets

More shows as Powderfinger fans scramble for tickets

More shows as Powderfinger fans scramble for tickets

Powderfinger has added six more concert dates as fans race to snap up the first tickets to their highly anticipated reunion tour.

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Ex-gang leader jailed 40 years to life for Tupac murder

Duane "Keffe D" Davis will spend the rest of his life behind bars after a court sentenced him for his part in the murder of rap superstar Tupac Shakur.

Russell Brand arrives for second day of rape trial

Jury selection is due to finish for the rape and sexual assault trial of actor and comedian Russell Brand, who's accused of offences over a 10-year period.

Jury selected for Brand trial over sex crime claims

A jury has been selected for a trial in the United Kingdom of Russell Brand over alleged historical sexual offences.

Russell Brand fronts court for rape, sex assault trial

The 51-year-old comedian and podcaster has pleaded not guilty to all seven charges against him.

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Kids, longtime fans inspired Powderfinger reunion tour

Powderfinger have unveiled the dates for an 18-concert reunion tour, and revealed that band members wanted their kids to see them play live onstage.

Russell Brand due in court for rape, sex assault trial

British comedian Russell Brand is preparing to stand trial in a London court, accused by six women of committing sex crimes spanning a decade.

Justice Dept probes networks over Trump pool coverage

US networks ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC and Fox News are being investigated by the Justice Department over their pool coverage of Donald Trump.

How a humble band rode the Orient express to fame

The announcement of a 2027 tour by beloved Australian band Powderfinger has made many people happy - and they've never forgotten where it all began.

Scones and sympathy: country ways connecting the city

Pickles, baking and knitting are attracting a new generation of Country Women's Association members and bringing the spirit of the bush to the city.

Museum's new chapter won't deny uneasy past

The Australian Museum hopes to inspire a new generation while confronting its colonial past, as the nation’s oldest museum prepares to mark its 200th year.

Arrests in France as stolen Renoir paintings found

Police have tracked down two stolen Renoir paintings and arrested six people linked to the heist in southern France.

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