Top Stories Politics Courts General Finance Sport World FactCheck

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Latest news: Arts, Culture and Entertainment

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.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Dropping Macklemore from tour not my decision: Sheeran

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

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 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

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.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

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

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

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

'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

Palace Letters heads up Sydney Theatre Company slate

Palace Letters heads up Sydney Theatre Company slate

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

The Pitt leads Emmy nominees with 25 nods

The Pitt leads Emmy nominees with 25 nods

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

Kennedy Center on the brink of bankruptcy

Kennedy Center on the brink of bankruptcy

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

Drawing a line: disability arts sector fears NDIS cuts

Drawing a line: disability arts sector fears NDIS cuts

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

Sore heads as Aussie NFL fans go into party overtime

Sore heads as Aussie NFL fans go into party overtime

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

Arts worker protest is a show stopper at theatres venue

Arts worker protest is a show stopper at theatres venue

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.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Tale of Territory teen shot by police wins book award

An investigative journalist's account of the fatal police shooting of 19-year-old Kumanjayi Walker is among the winners of Australia's richest book awards.

Harry Styles sends fans into frenzy with cryptic post

Former One Direction star Harry Styles has sent fans into a frenzy after sharing a cryptic social media post, with some fearing he plans to retire.

Tate brothers must stay in jail amid UK extradition bid

Brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate must remain in custody as they fight extradition to the United Kingdom, a federal US judge has ruled.

David Attenborough laments ‘terrible plight’ of planet

David Attenborough has lamented the “terrible plight of our wonderful planet” in a speech delivered on his behalf at Britain's National Television Awards.

Access five free articles per month

Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in here

Harry and Meghan surprised by King's letter on status

Returned UK residents Prince Harry and his wife Meghan may not use the title 'his or her highness' and remain non-working royals, King Charles has confirmed.

Widow's Bay dominates at early Emmys ceremony

Widow’s Bay has dominated at an early Emmys ceremony, winning a stunning eight awards for its debut season, while medical series The Pitt is also faring well.

The Pitt, Hacks, Pluribus could triumph in early Emmys

The Television Academy is presenting the majority of its primetime Emmys this weekend at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles

Family slams use of Pavarotti voice in far-right video

The leader of Italy's far-right Futuro Nazionale party has been condemned for illegally using the voice of the revered late opera star Luciano Pavarotti.

Man or monster? Macbeth holds a mirror to modern morals

Australian audiences may reflect on modern politics in a touring production of Macbeth, as the tortured protagonist embarks on a merciless quest for power.

Fireworks spectacular lights Australia's Olympic city

The Riverfire event has drawn an estimated 500,000 people to see fireworks set off from bridges, barges and city buildings.

Fijian circus takes off, as crowds build for Riverfire

Crowds are building along the Brisbane River for the Riverfire display, as Fiji's first ever circus shows off under the big top.

Topics

Politics Australia Crime, Law and Justice New South Wales United States of America Victoria Europe United Kingdom Queensland Unrest, Conflicts and War Arts, Culture and Entertainment Environmental Issue Police Entertainment Indigenous People Death Music Imperial and Royal Matters Transport Computing and Information Technology

No opinion, no spin, no agenda.

Support AAP News

Already a member?
Sign in here