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Amadeus

Mozart and Salieri’s mythic rivalry is bigger than truth

A new version of Amadeus further entrenches the myth that a jealous rival was responsible for the death of Mozart.

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US actor James Ransone, best known for his roles in The Wire and It: Chapter Two, has died at 46.

The Wire and It: Chapter Two actor dies aged 46

US actor James Ransone, best known for his roles in The Wire and It: Chapter Two, has died at 46.

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The woman behind the Astronomer Coldplay concert scandal speaks out about the ritual shaming and death threats she endured.

The woman behind the Coldplay Concert scandal speaks out

The woman behind the Astronomer Coldplay concert scandal speaks out about the ritual shaming and death threats she endured.

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Comic Dave Chappelle faced backlash for performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia. (AP PHOTO)

Dave Chappelle doesn't regret Saudi Arabia comedy gig

Dave Chappelle does not feel any guilt over his controversial decision to perform at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia.

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David and Victoria Beckham have been dealt another emotional blow.

Beckham feud: Victoria and David unfollow son Brooklyn

After months of speculation, Victoria and David Beckham appear to have confirmed they are not on good terms with their eldest son.

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Heated Rivalry is streaming on HBO Max.

The whole world is obsessed with this gay ice hockey drama

This week our Screen Queen Clare Rigden is acquainting herself with Heated Rivalry, the HBO series that has the whole world talking. Here’s what else she’s watching in the run-up to Christmas.

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David Walliams, who has sold more than 60 million books, has been dropped by his publishers. (AP PHOTO)

Publisher ditches David Walliams after harassment claim

British comic and children's author David Walliams has been dropped by his publishers after allegations of harassment of its female employees.

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National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is a festive classic.

All the best Christmas TV to get you in the spirit

This week we’re getting festive with Jamie Oliver, rewatching an 80s classic, enjoying a Christmas singalong with Delta Goodrem and watching Shaun Micallef bring his unique brand of comedy to Christmas Eve.

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Sunny Nights.

How American comedic stars found themselves on Aussie show

Will Forte and D’Arcy Carden had never even been down under before, and now they’re leading a local comedy series that even has an exploding crocodile.

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Sentimental Value is special.

The sophisticated five-star movie we’ve all been waiting for

With so many movies aimed at everyone, adults can feel a little under-served at times. Sentimental Value, a family drama with superb performances, is the film for you.

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President Trump’s newly announced ‘Patriot Games’ have come in for a roasting over comparisons with The Hunger Games.

Trump roasted for ripping off Hunger Games for new event

Donald Trump’s newly announced ‘Patriot Games’ have come in for a roasting online, with speculation he ripped the idea from dystopian blockbuster Hunger Games.

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Andy Byron held Kristin Cabot during a Coldplay concert.

‘Slut, homewrecker’: Coldplay kisscam star details fall-out

Five months after a Coldplay concert clip completely shattered life as she knew it, ex-Astronomer HR head Kristin Cabot has shared what happened in the moments, days and months after the scandal.

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Emily in Paris has returned for season five.

Emily in Paris isn’t just bad TV, it’s bad for the world

Emily in Paris/Rome/Venice is back, and it only gets progressively worse. More than that, it’s offensive.

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