Culture

L to R: Cynthia Erivo is Elphaba and Ariana Grande is Glinda in WICKED, directed by Jon M. Chu
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Film
Wenlei Ma

I hated the Wicked musical, this is what I think of the film

Wicked: Part One, an adaptation of the popular stage musical, wears its big heart on its sleeve with its heightened emotions and impressive song-and-dance numbers.

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Jimmy O. Yang and Ronny Chieng in Interior Chinatown.
TV
Wenlei Ma

Funnyman Jimmy O Yang gives stereotypes a serious kicking

Silicon Valley’s Jimmy O. Yang never expected to be the leading man but in Interior Chinatown, it’s all about playing with expectations.

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Billy Bob Thornton in Landman.
TV
Wenlei Ma

The most powerful writer in TV has yet another show out

The writer commands legions of fans, big budgets from the studio and dominance over a kind of TV that values old-school masculinity and fierce individualism.

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World
PHILIP MARCELO

Priest punished after pop star’s wild clip shot in church

A probe after the incident ‘uncovered evidence of serious violations of Diocesan polices and protocols’ at the inner city church, including nearly $US2 million in unauthorised transfers of parish funds.

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Video
My Kitchen Rules stars make major announcement hours before finale
Australia
Caleb Taylor

My Kitchen Rules star makes major announcement just hours before final

The modern Italian chef shared some exciting family news.

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Apple Cider Vinegar will be released next year.
TV
Wenlei Ma

First look at new drama on cancer scammer Belle Gibson

American actor Kaitlyn Dever is playing Belle Gibson, in one of the few instances of an international star not butchering our notoriously difficult accent.

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Nicole Kidman shows off her toned physique as GQ’s final Men Of The Year cover star.
Culture

‘Full stripping of me’: Kidman bares all on Babygirl for GQ

‘It was terrifying,’ said the 57-year-old star. ‘But at the same time, thrilling.’

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Police have charged former broadcaster Alan Jones with additional charges relating to a ninth alleged victim.
Australia
Matt Shrivell and Max Corstorphan

Jones hit with additional charges for ninth alleged victim

Alan Jones has been hit with fresh charges relating to a ninth alleged victim as the veteran broadcaster awaits his first court date since his bombshell arrest.

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Colin Petersen (second left) pictured with the Bee Gees in 1967.
Music
Matt Shrivell

Original Bee Gees star Colin Petersen dies

‘It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our dear friend Colin ‘Smiley’ Petersen.’

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Video
Alan Jones was silent when he left a police station on Monday after being charged with 24 offences.
NSW
Matt Shrivell

Alan Jones: Bombshell new allegation against broadcaster

Police believe more people could come forward after Alan Jones was charged with 24 offences linked to indecent assault and sexual touching.

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Paul Teal died after a battle with cancer.
TV
Caleb Taylor

Beloved One Tree Hill star dies aged 35

Co-stars Sophia Bush and Bethany Joy Lenz have paid tribute to the ‘talented’ actor.

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Josh Heuston is a self-confessed geek who knows all about deep-diving into the lore and complexities of a sci-fi universe. That’s why he feels right at home in Dune: Prophecy.
TV
Wenlei Ma

Dune’s Aussie star on living up to film, novel’s epic legacy

Josh Heuston swears he’s a geek who once dressed up in elf ears to a Lord of the Rings convention. So, he understood the complexities and lore of Dune before starring in the

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Video
Miranda Kerr is Michael Hill's new brand ambassador.
Pop Culture
BANG - Entertainment News

Miranda Kerr has revealed a devastating family update

Model Miranda Kerr has revealed some heart-breaking personal news.

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Alan Jones departs the Day St Police Station, in Sydney, Monday, November 18, 2024. Veteran radio broadcaster Alan Jones, 83, has been arrested over indecent assault and sexual touching allegations spanning two decades. (AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi) NO ARCHIVING
Australia

Alan Jones: Timeline of his life in the public eye

The timeline of Alan Jones: From teaching at a state school to being charged for alleged indecent assault and sexual touching offences spanning two decades.

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Alan Jones (centre) departs the Day St Police Station, in Sydney, Monday, November 18, 2024. Veteran radio broadcaster Alan Jones, 83, has been arrested over indecent assault and sexual touching allegations spanning two decades. (AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi) NO ARCHIVING
NSW
Max Corstorphan and Matt Shrivell

Alan Jones released on bail after sex assault charges

Alan Jones has slowly shuffled out of a Sydney police station after being charged with 24 alleged indecent assault and sexual touching offences spanning two decades, confronted by a waiting media pack.

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