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Lee Jung-jae, right, and Park Hae-soo in a scene from the Korean series "Squid Game."  (Netflix via AP)

Squid Game star shares why Korean fandom is so intense

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Superstardom in South Korea also means heavy scrutiny from fans, who can quickly morph into critics and harassers.

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Robert Redford starring in The Last Castle (2001).

Robert Redford dies, aged 89

Robert Redford, the acclaimed actor and director known for iconic roles in films like ‘Butch Cassidy,’ ‘Sundance Kid,’ and ‘All the President’s Men’ died on Tuesday morning at his Utah home.

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Sophie Ellis-Bextor's eighth studio album, "Perimenopop," has just been released. Released on Decca Records, the album is a soundtrack to a celebration of happiness and her triumphant return to disco pop. Bekky Calver

Cult pop diva set to murder Perth dance floor in 2026

Perth is set to party like its 2001 when this English disco queen hits our shores this summer.

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Karol G, Justin Bieber and Sabrina Carpenter to lead Coachella 2026.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba - The Movie: Infinity Castle.

Culture-shaking force few in the West saw coming

Anime is big in Japan, obviously, but if the box office results of western markets including Australia and the US are anything to go by, it’s becoming a big deal here too.

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Nikki Webster pictured singing at the opening of the Sydney Olympics.

WATCH: Nikki Webster recreates Sydney 2000 performance

Nikki Webster, star of the Sydney 2000 Opening Ceremony, has returned to the stadium where she became a star, recreating her performance alongside her two children.

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Paris Hilton has revealed an entire room dedicated to one of her trademark fashion accessories.

Paris Hilton has whole room for huge sunnies collection

One of the world's best-known socialites has revealed she dedicates an entire room to her massive collection of a signature fashion accessory.

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FILE: Craig McLachlan has stepped down from an upcoming Australian production.

‘This is bullying’: Craig McLachlan quits show

Performer Craig McLachlan has announced he has stepped down from the controversial upcoming Australian production of Cluedo, citing ‘bullying’ from online ‘trolls’.

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Lesbian Space Princess is a homegrown film from South Australia.

Funny and tender, this Aussie movie is super easy to love

You’ll be so proud that the Australian film industry was responsible for this sassy, strange and genuinely wonderful little movie.

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A Brisbane woman has taken aim at a major ticketing platform after being hit with an $80,000 charge.

Aussie TikToker’s fiery rant after $80,000 ticket charge

An Aussie woman has taken aim at a major ticketing platform after being hit with an eye-watering $80,000 charge while trying to buy Ariana Grande concert tickets.

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An exacting bathrobe at Calvin Klein.

When did New York Fashion week get so boring?

There’s too much good taste at NYFW. The lineup has felt like watching the same movie over and over again.

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Six of Australia’s most talented past and present stars will perform on the biggest stage in football.

AFL announces Aussie acts to support Snoop Dogg at GF

Six of Australia’s most talented past and present stars will perform on the biggest stage in football.

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Owen Cooper

What teen actor had to say after winning first Emmy award

Adolescence star Owen Cooper made an inspirational speech at this year’s Emmys.

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Noah Wyle won best actor in a drama for The Pitt, which claimed the award for best drama series. (AP PHOTO)

The Pitt isn’t TV trying to be an eight-hour movie

The Pitt winning big at this year’s Emmys signals that old-school TV formats still has great value for audiences, for the industry and as art.

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Stephen Colbert accepts the Outstanding Talk Series Award for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert onstage during the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards.

Emmys: Stephen Colbert wins big despite late show axing

With his days on late night TV numbered, Stephen Colbert delivered a poignant message and beat the odds to take home his first Emmy.

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