Rebel styles herself as ‘truth-teller’ amid film feud
Rebel Wilson claims she has been bullied and harassed for speaking up about an alleged sexual harassment complaint by the star of her directorial debut.
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Rebel’s fiery defamation fight with co-star extended
A high-profile court battle between A-lister Rebel Wilson and the star of her directorial debut has been prolonged at the last minute.
Weinstein used clout to prey on women, prosecutor says
Prosecutors have again portrayed disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein as a power player who used his sway as a tool for sexual assault.
‘Very difficult’: actor’s teary court claim about Rebel
A rising star has been left on the verge of tears discussing the breakdown of her relationship with Hollywood actor Rebel Wilson as the pair face off in court.
Award-winning Aussie literary figure David Malouf dies
One of Australia's most celebrated literary figures, David Malouf, who published multiple prize-winning works, has passed away at the age of 92.
Rebel accused of leaking actor’s nude photo amid feud
A rising star who is suing Rebel Wilson claims the Hollywood star was behind a hack on her social media account that led to a nude photo being leaked.
‘The worst’: Rebel claim over star’s alleged complaint
Hollywood star Rebel Wilson has labelled a sexual harassment complaint from a lead actor in her directorial debut as the 'worst thing' that could have happened.
Fan club fed star’s whereabouts to Rebel in film feud
Rebel Wilson has revealed she was leaked information by a fan club dedicated to hating a producer at the centre of her blockbuster defamation fight.
‘Believed in me’: actor’s dream break before Rebel row
A rising star felt like her dreams were coming true when she was cast in Rebel Wilson's directorial debut but they are now on opposite sides of a legal feud.
Rebel hired security amid fight over directorial debut
Hollywood actor Rebel Wilson hired personal security after raising concerns about a young actor's alleged complaint of sexual harassment against a producer.
Has national cultural policy revived the arts scene?
As arts bodies are defunded amid scandals and event cancellations, many in the sector are disgruntled with the national cultural policy.
Chinese state firm among top AFL stadium build bidders
The final two contenders to build a landmark $1 billion stadium have been revealed, including one involving a subsidiary of a Chinese government-owned firm.
Learner driver charged over comic expo pedestrian death
A young man narrowly escaped being hit by a car that killed one person and seriously injured another, prompting charges against the alleged driver.
‘Bully, liar’: Rebel Wilson slammed in defamation fight
Hollywood actor Rebel Wilson has been decried as a bully who has made malicious and grotesque allegations about the young star of her directorial debut.
Prince Harry honours veterans during solo tour day
The Duke of Sussex has paid tribute to the power of sport in helping veterans overcome trauma, as his wife Meghan made a surprise return to television.
Kanye refused entry to UK, music festival cancelled
London's Wireless Festival has been cancelled after US rapper Kanye West was blocked from entering the United Kingdom.
‘Ketamine Queen’ gets 15 years jail over Perry’s death
A US judge has handed a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling Friends star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023.
Prince Harry case ruling will take some time: UK judge
Prince Harry's lawsuit against the publisher of the Daily Mail is in the hands of a High Court judge, who says he "will be toiling away on the judgment".
Monumental Messa da Requiem opens Glasshouse Theatre
After a life-changing experience seeing Verdi's Messa da Requiem, a Queenslander has found herself on stage for the first big production at Glasshouse Theatre.
Pianist to tour Australia amid legal row with orchestra
Concert pianist Jayson Gillham will return to Australia for a self-presented tour, as his court case against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra continues.
ABC staff lament poor wages as strike, re-runs roll on
The ABC will rely on foreign content and repeats of old shows to fill 24 hours of broadcasting as its workers down tools for their first strike in decades.
Strike threat remains as ABC staff return to work
ABC staff are leaving the door open to more strikes, as union figures say their message about job security and wages is not getting through to management.
Meta, Google lose US trial over social media addiction
A US jury has ruled YouTube and Instagram were negligent in the design of their apps and the companies that own them failed to warn about their dangers.
Actor Chuck Norris dies at the age of 86
US action star Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86, his family has announced in a social media post.
Hit cake-swap event plates up for Australian debut
A globally popular cake swap picnic event is being held in Australia for the first time, with about 1600 cakes on show - and yes, there are seconds.
Radio giant takes big bet in Sandilands contract fight
Kyle Sandilands may have played a shrewd move after his axing by focusing attention on his radio masters rather than himself, legal experts say.
Bid for Aussie acts to star at AFL grand final gigs
Global stars Katy Perry and Snoop Dogg have headlined AFL grand final entertainment in recent years, and there are calls for Aussie acts to take top billing.
Royals celebrate another Danish-Australian star pairing
King Frederik and Queen Mary have admired the work of another Danish-Australian duo as the royals headed to an art exhibition at a trendy converted warehouse.
Blues fans see red as organisers pull plug on festival
A popular Australian festival has been abruptly cancelled three weeks before it was due to begin, blaming poor ticket sales and rising production costs.
Oscars up for grabs as unease hangs over Hollywood
Conan O'Brien returns to host the Academy Awards for a second time amid tight security following an Iranian threat warning.
One Battle After Another scoops Oscars with six awards
One Battle After Another has won a close contest with Sinners to be crowned best picture at the Oscars in a disappointing night for Australia's nominees.