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.
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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.
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'.
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
Disability arts organisations from around Australia fear cuts to the NDIS will destroy career pathways and reduce vital mental health and social supports.
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.
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.
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.
Politics hits a high note as MPs join pub choir
Politicians and their staff traded politics for performance during a 'Pub Choir' rendition of a Crowded House classic.
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
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.
Ferry strike turns up heat on Riverfire festival crowds
The Brisbane Festival kicks off, with extra transport in place to cope with crowds at the city's popular Riverfire event.
Goal-kicking AFLW theatre tackles state of the nation
Playwright Suzie Miller describes Strong is the New Pretty as her state-of-the-nation play, told through the story of the AFL women's league.
Mates jump at Green Shadows to get bus to Birdsville
A man who races yabbies and auctions goldfish couldn't resist a stake in a nag that never made it in the city, but is a red-hot chance in the dust and dirt.
Dance of death is a disco as world premiere looms
Are you going to die? Then the latest show from Queensland dance company The Farm might be for you.
Jury finds ex-gang leader guilty of murdering Tupac
A former gang leader is facing life in prison after being found guilty of murdering rapper Tupac Shakur, in a case that has gripped hip-hop fans for decades.
‘Gone too early’: warrior Steve Irwin’s enduring legacy
Two decades after a stingray barb cut his life short, Steve Irwin's former colleagues and a new generation of conservationists say his influence has not faded.
How turning 50 made Kasey Chambers a free spirit again
The artist who wrote Not Pretty Enough is unashamedly embracing getting older, with a milestone birthday making her feel more like herself than ever before.
Miley Cyrus remembers ‘angel’ godmother Dolly Parton
Miley Cyrus has remembered her "angel" godmother Dolly Parton after the death of the country music star at the age of 80.
Prince Harry and family arrive back in UK: reports
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have arrived in the United Kingdom with their children to begin a new life after six years in the United States, reports say.
Lauded Australian director Kosky decries anti-Semitism
Director Barrie Kosky is returning to Down Under with an adaptation of Kafka and says he's horrified by anti-Semitism in Australia.
‘Irreplaceable’: tributes after Dolly Parton dies at 80
The world is remembering the legacy of Dolly Parton, one of the most beloved and best-selling female artists, after she died of cancer at age 80.
Happy campers hit the road after muddy muddy festival
Mundi Mundi Bash organisers are helping thousands of campers dig their way out of mud and hit the road home after a wet but wonderful celebration of live music.
Rain makes way for stars as bash ends on a high note
"There's nothing quite like Mundi," Noiseworks and INXS rocker Jon Stevens says as he headlines the closing night of Australia's largest outback festival.
Pioneering company returns with whodunnit dance theatre
Scorched Earth is a mix of dance, theatre, cinema and murder mystery - and it asks how far people will go to hold onto their land.
Royal family gather at Balmoral as Harry, Meghan return
King Charles and the Prince and Princess of Wales have arrived at the royal family's Scottish estate of Balmoral.