KISS founding member, guitarist Ace Frehley dead at 74
Ace Frehley, founding member of the glam rock band KISS, has died at 74 after complications following a recent fall.
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Wikipedia war of words waged over First Nations names
Decades-old history wars are playing out on the backbone of the internet as Wikipedia editors strive to enhance cultural safety and face other challenges.
Midnight Oil fans rally to rescue drummer’s ‘war horse’
A drummer for one of Australia's most-loved rock bands is battling cancer and says he is surrounded by love after deciding to sell his old "war horse".
Diane Keaton, star of Annie Hall and The Godfather dies
Diane Keaton, the quirky US actress who won an Academy Award for Annie Hall and starred in The Godfather trilogy, has died at the age of 79.
Sculpture worker says he was sacked after safety alarm
A Sculpture by the Sea installer, who needed facial surgery after a workplace accident, claims he was dismissed after complaining about workplace safety.
Day of pain: Jewish anguish still raw on attack date
The Jewish community continues to experience horrors in Australia and abroad two years after the events of October 7, leaders say.
October 7 survivor speaks out on massacre’s anniversary
Two years on from the October 7 attacks, a senior Labor Jewish MP wants fewer pro-Palestinian protests so the Jewish community can feel safer in Australia.
Exhibition celebrates power of Indigenous healing
A museum dedicated to the history of medicine has re-opened with an exhibition acknowledging 65,000 years of Indigenous knowledge and healing.
Kate Ceberano plays sold out roll-call of Oz classics
Nearly 40 years after announcing herself at the Australian Made festival, Kate Ceberano has sold out a tour paying tribute to the music of the era.
Family’s plea as Diddy sentenced to four years prison
Sean "Diddy" Combs has been sentenced to over four years in prison for transporting people across state lines for sexual encounters.
Songbook and album safeguarding Indigenous languages
Song has always been part of the fabric of Indigenous cultural identity, and a new songbook is harnessing the power of music to protect traditional languages.
Wildlife advocate and primate expert Jane Goodall dies
Jane Goodall is being hailed as a pioneering primate expert and tireless advocate for the environment after her death at the age of 91 while on a speaking tour.
Nicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban
Two of Australia's biggest stars have called an end to their 19-year union, citing "marital difficulties and irreconcilable differences" in divorce papers.
‘Pay up’: artists, authors argue AI steals their work
Australian musicians, producers and authors want an AI data mining proposal to be scrapped, saying their life's work can be taken for nothing.
‘Kind of inevitable’: inside Nicole and Keith’s split
Megastars Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have split after nearly two decades of marriage, with reports one of them was desperate to save the relationship.
Winning author reveals perils of robodebt rabbit warren
An author has revealed how his three years working on a prize-winning robodebt expose left him feeling at times unwell and "in this kind of rabbit warren".
History-making artwork maps 2400 generations of family
A history-making and history-mapping artwork will be on display on Australian soil for the first time since taking out a major international award.
Feline good: Lions and Cats fans turn out to AFL parade
Diehard fans have turned out to show their support to their footy heroes ahead of the AFL grand final, with many confident their teams can get it done.
Funding fracas casts Sculpture by the Sea adrift
At-risk art trail Sculpture by the Sea insists its exhibitors are compensated fairly after the federal arts minister took a swipe at the popular Sydney event.
Jimmy Kimmel defends free speech as he returns to TV
Jimmy Kimmel insists he never meant to make light of Charlie Kirk's murder as the comedian made an emotional return to his TV show after being suspended.
As live shows surge, Chappell Roan hot to go Down Under
The Laneway Festival headliner will be US pop star Chappell Roan. The announcement has been made as figures show average ticket prices are higher than ever.
‘Absolute legend’: stars pay tribute to Robert Redford
Hollywood stars are mourning the death of Robert Redford, expressing affection and admiration for the Oscar-winning director and godfather for independent film.
Jam and scones and rock ‘n’ roll are all the bush needs
A music festival that began in a dusty function room at a country motel has grown into a celebration of life outside the cities, mixing scones, snags and songs.
Behind the lens of the Sydney Olympics, 25 years on
Watched by 3.7 billion people, the Sydney Olympics holds iconic status in the Games' history and AAP chief photographer Dean Lewins was there to capture it.
The wonder of exotica at Australia’s biggest art show
Artist Alexia Sinclair has released her fantastical series The Age of Wonder, as part of the inaugural photography showcase at Australia's biggest art fair.
‘Pass the torch’: writers protest over journal’s demise
Supporters of one of Australia's oldest literary journals have staged a protest against a "purely financial" decision to close it down.
Plans afoot to resuscitate ailing nightlife
Well-intentioned, since-repealed laws have had a lasting impact on the nightlife in Australia's most populous state but work is underway to liven things up.
Real-life ‘Succession’ ends with Lachlan taking control
The Murdochs have settled their legal battle over who will control one of the highest-profile global media groups.
Wiggles, ex-chief out of tune over ‘unlawful’ sacking
The Wiggles are fighting an unlawful dismissal lawsuit from their former chief executive, who claims the blue Wiggle undermined him.
Literacy is freedom: celebrating the power of stories
An Indigenous-led digital resource has been launched for International Literacy Day, celebrating First Nations culture and the process of storytelling.
Outback ice-cream van serves sweet joy amid sorrow
The Gee Whiz ice-cream van is a popular stop for perspiring punters at Birdsville, part of one man's mission to bring happiness after the death of his wife.