2 h. ago Who let the strings out? Why Sigur Rós reinvented their music for this Australian tour

Some songs just don’t work in a rock band. Playing with an orchestra is giving the Icelandic trio a chance to perform some of their grand, sweeping numbers live.

Politics

2 h. ago Forty years on, Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit still tells a radical truth

Jeanette Winterson is still showing us how to turn estrangement, exile and eccentricity into art.

Politics

2 h. ago The private and public schools with the biggest boost in VCE performance

Box Hill Senior Secondary College overcame a period of turmoil to top the list of Victoria’s most improved schools for VCE results. See the top 25 list by school sector.

Politics

14 h. ago Fitzroy bondage mural outrages activist group, but its defacing upsets admirers

An attention-grabbing mural in a quiet bluestone laneway near Brunswick Street is the focus of a new debate about what is art and what is offensive.

Politics

14 h. ago ‘Given it everything I had’: Indian megastar Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket

Virat Kohli has confirmed his Test career is over ahead of a looming tour of England, bowing out just months after Australia’s bowlers dominated the Indian megastar in his final series down under

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26 h. ago Fancy some art, possums? Buy a piece from Barry Humphries’ Sydney home for as little as $250

Estimates for lots in the eclectic auction start at $250 for Humphries’ own work and have been priced to be accessible to fans.

Economics

27 h. ago A treasure trove of performing arts history is finally getting a new home

The Australian Museum of Performing Arts will be housed in Hamer Hall and showcase pieces from the centre’s archive of over 850,000 items.

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37 h. ago Sharks stop comeback rot after Manly stop torturing their fans

Manly razed Fortress Brookvale to the ground, then lit it up with a 14-point fightback before finally submitting to round out the wildest weekend of rugby league in memory.

Sport

37 h. ago Zelensky says Ukraine ‘ready to meet’ as Putin offers direct talks

Ukraine’s president says Vladimir Putin’s comments are “a positive sign that the Russians have finally begun to consider ending the war”.

Politics

59 h. ago AFL live: Bombers hold on after thrilling final term against undisciplined Swans; Merrett incident to face scrutiny

After the Hawks outlasted the Demons at the MCG, the Bombers and Swans fought out a nail-biter at Marvel Stadium. Tonight, the Suns and Bulldogs and Power and Crows go head-to-head.

Events

3 d. ago Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is facing trial. Here’s what you need to know

The New York-born recording artist and record producer is one of the world’s most successful musicians. He could face life in prison if found guilty.

Politics

3 d. ago Google translate? No thanks, these writers prove their human worth

This Melbourne Writers Festival event aims to remind us that literary translation is an art, and to protect it from becoming the next victim of AI.

Technology

3 d. ago Suaalii stretchered off with concussion as Waratahs fall to Reds

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is facing a stint on the sidelines after leaving Allianz Stadium on a medical cart in the Waratahs’ 28-21 loss against the Queensland Reds.

Events

3 d. ago Super Rugby LIVE: Suaalii leaves field on a stretcher as Tupou try puts Waratahs ahead

The Waratahs are on a hot streak at home this year but will Queensland Reds land another blow on their arch-rivals? Follow along live.

Sport

3 d. ago Super Rugby LIVE: Suaalii leaves field on a stretcher as Waratahs take early lead over Reds

The Waratahs are on a hot streak at home this year but will Queensland Reds land another blow on their arch-rivals? Follow along live.

Sport

3 d. ago Secluded Gold Coast estate popular with celebrities hits the market

A secluded estate on the Gold Coast has hit the market and is generating buzz due to its history of attracting high-profile residents.

Events

3 d. ago Winning words warm the night at The Age Book of the Year awards

Last night I had the privilege of continuing The Age’s proud history of supporting writers and great books, presenting coveted literature prizes to two very different authors.

Events

3 d. ago As I cover the world’s biggest stories, my mind always returns to that Australian classroom

So often during my time in Europe, I have been struck by deja vu – only to realise that Ms Needham had brought me here once before, through the pages of a history book.

Politics

3 d. ago NSW Labor wants to toughen laws it previously said were causing people to self

Treasurer Daniel Mookhey once promised to repeal contentious workers compensation laws. Now the Minns government wants to make them even tougher.

Politics

3 d. ago It didn’t stand out at first, but the Archibald Prize winner suits the times

There were stronger portraits, but the glorious chaos of Julie Fragar’s work captures the global mood.

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