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FILE — From left, comedian Stephen Colbert, President Joe Biden, former President Barack Obama, and former President Bill Clinton, during a fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall in New York, on March 28, 2024. Jeffrey Katzenberg helped organize the fund-raising event, that brought in more than $26 million for the campaign. (Doug Mills/The New York Times)

The New York Times

Hollywood heavyweight Biden’s secret weapon against Trump

Few have dived headfirst into the President’s reelection campaign more thoroughly than Jeffrey Katzenberg. The longtime Hollywood mogul known for ‘The Lion King’ and ‘Shrek,’ among many others.

The jailed economist with power over Trump policy

Former president Donald Trump’s former favourite — lead economic advisor in his first administration — could once against hold economic policy sway.

The seat of North Sydney held by 'teal' independent Kylea Tink would be abolished under a proposed redistribution of NSW electorates.

analysis

Australia

Katina Curtis

Politics is a brutal business. Just ask this Teal MP

Politics can be a brutal business and rarely more than when, with the stroke of a pen on a map, the independent electoral commission puts someone out of a job.

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Australia

Jessica Spittal who along with her fiancé Dylan Timu, lost their deposit to Black Brewing Co after they announced they went into voluntary administration.

Australia

Matt Mckenzie

Brides left devastated over wedding venue’s shock closure

Customers of a major Australian wedding venue and brewery have been left thousands of dollars out of pocket after the company’s shock demise.

Video

The surviving pilot of last year’s Sea World helicopter crash has died, losing his battle with cancer.

Queensland

Steve Hart and Dominique Tassell

Surviving Sea World helicopter pilot dies 18 months on from crash

Michael James was hailed as a hero for his actions during the crash on January 2, 2023.

Millions of Aussies are set to endure a polar blast and rain bomb.

Australia

Caleb Taylor

Aussies cop polar blast and rain bomb as cold snap hits this weekend

Break out the warm wet weather gear - much of the country is facing a wintry, wet weekend.

Business

Business

Yet another major Fortescue exit as battery boss stands down

Fortescue has reportedly lost another executive, this time a key figure in the company’s nascent green energy division.

The central bank on Tuesday will reveal its latest decision on interest rates.

Business

Cheyanne Enciso

Commonwealth Bank makes big call on RBA rates decision

Economists at Commonwealth Bank have had their say on what the Reserve Bank of Australia will do with interest rates next week.

Guzman y Gomez already has 185 outlets in Australia.

Business

Cheyanne Enciso

Investors warned over massive $2.2b Guzman y Gomez float

Investors are being warned to approach the $2.2 billion float of Guzman y Gomez with caution and avoid ‘getting caught up in the frenzy’ of the quick service restaurant’s lofty price tag.

Opinion

Justin Langer says Australia won't tank.

opinion

Justin Langer

Australia tanking? You must have rocks in your head

Anyone who seriously suggests Australia might play below their best against Scotland to ensure England miss out by run rate in this ICC World Cup must have rocks in their heads, writes Justin Langer

Opinion

Paul Murray

PM’s refusal to discuss nuclear power leaves us in the dark

PAUL MURRAY: Anthony Albanese’s refusal to even contemplate nuclear power as part of a wider energy plan is running the risk of leaving us all in the dark.

Forget what you know. This is why you should eat carbs

SARAH DI LORENZO: I think it would be fair to say that carbohydrates have been demonised in the weight loss space for the past 20 years or so. But carbs are not the bad guy. Here’s why...

The New York Times

FILE — A swarm of Chinese militia and Coast Guard vessels chase a Philippine Coast Guard ship in the South China Sea, Nov. 10, 2023. As the United States prioritizes teamwork with its partners in the Asia-Pacific region, many believe they are witnessing a lasting change in American power. (Jes Aznar/The New York Times)

World

The New York Times

In China’s backyard, America has become a humbler superpower

As the United States prioritizes teamwork with its partners in the Asia-Pacific region, many believe they are witnessing a lasting change in American power.

How space changes you, even during short trips off planet

How the Inspiration4 crew, who spent only three days off Earth, experienced physical and mental changes

Food

The New York Times

The secret to eating healthy all week

Cooking from scratch is always more economical and healthier than takeout and it can be almost as easy.

Culture

Top 50 artworks to see in Australia: Part Four

Culture

Dee Jefferson

Top 50 artworks to see in Australia: Part Four

There’s nothing like standing in front of an artwork and be provoked into emotions, thoughts and something unexplainable. The Nightly has compiled the 50 artworks you can see in Australia.

Kate Winslet reveals Titanic smooch with Leo ‘a nightmare’

It was one of the most memorable love scenes in film history. But Titanic’s leading lady says it was ‘not all it’s cracked up to be’.

Fashion designer Vivienne Westwood has died, aged 81

Culture

Staff Writers

Fashion maverick’s clothes and jewels up for auction

The personal collection of British style icon Vivienne Westwood is up for grabs, with designs dating back to her 1983-1984 collection going to auction.

Society

Looking for a man in finance? Here are the statistical odds.

Lifestyle

Max Corstorphan

Looking for a man in finance? Here are the statistical odds

The phrase ‘looking for a man in finance’ has become a cultural moment of 2024. But just how likely are you to meet a financial services bachelor with a trust fund, who measures 6’5” and has blue eyes?

A tedious diet plan or brutal exercise regime may help shed pounds, but it’s rarely a thrilling experience. So here are some expert-approved, painless tweaks you can make to your day to reach your health goals.

Health

Claudia Connell

Six ways to lose weight without trying — no need for Ozempic

A tedious diet plan or brutal exercise regime may help shed pounds, but it’s rarely a thrilling experience. So here are some expert-approved, painless tweaks you can make to your day to reach your health goals.

Concerns social media 'cesspit' is targeting young boys

Young boys struggling with what it means to be a man need positive role models online as they're targeted with harmful content, the eSafety Commissioner says.

Lifestyle

Video

Wine Chats

Billi Milovanovic and Lyndsey Kirkwood

WINE CHATS: The most fashionable decade EVER

WATCH NOW: Welcome to this week’s The Nightly edition of Wine Chats Podcast, where we both rocked up in double denim to celebrate the best decade of women’s fashion EVER!

Australia’s first vegan pub offers cheeky twist on high tea

We are drooling.

Have a ball with these hearty meatball recipes

Beat the winter chill with this delicious meatball fettuccine that the whole family will love.

Sport

opinion

Justin Langer

Australia tanking? You must have rocks in your head

Anyone who seriously suggests Australia might play below their best against Scotland to ensure England miss out by run rate in this ICC World Cup must have rocks in their heads, writes Justin Langer

Cate Campbell's dream of racing at a record fifth Olympic Games appears over. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

Steve Larkin

Swim queen heartbreak after being denied by one-hundredth of a second

Australian Olympic legend Cate Campbell's bid to swim at a record fifth Games appears doomed after she missed the 100m freestyle final at selection trials.

Ruon Tongyik has faced court charged with aggravated sexual assault. (Brendan Esposito/AAP PHOTOS)

Duncan Murray

Ex-Socceroo seeks trial over sexual assault allegation

A former Socceroo may have to wait until next year to fight allegations he sexually assaulted a woman in the company of another man.

World

Video

Rebecca English

Princess Kate confirms return to public duties

The Princess of Wales has penned a moving personal message about her cancer battle, revealing she will make her first public appearance since Christmas at Saturday’s Trooping the Colour.

Hollywood heavyweight Biden’s secret weapon against Trump

The jailed economist with power over Trump policy

Former president Donald Trump’s former favourite — lead economic advisor in his first administration — could once against hold economic policy sway.

The Best Australian Yarn

The Best Australian Yarn

Alison Wakeham

$50,000 gives winner confidence to write on

Top prize gives Tasmanian author the boost and the time she needs to reinvigorate her love of writing.

The Best Australian Yarn

Emma Garlett

Award renews First Nations writer’s love for storytelling

There was a time when Sharleigh Crittenden lacked confidence in her writing abilities. Now, she’s penning a novel.