6 h. ago ‘I discovered things I had no idea about!’: The factory visit that surprised Dr Karl

In season two of his ABC series, the popular scientist uncovers the history of even more Australian products.

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6 h. ago Sydney Festival cancels show, makes program changes following Bondi attack

The program for this year’s event has been modified in the wake of the shooting attack last month.

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6 h. ago One thing is already changing pop culture forever. This is how

Dead celebrities are coming back to life, non-human musicians are topping the charts and podcasters are using languages they can’t speak – the future has arrived.

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6 h. ago The day bagpipers stormed Fed Square ... with a little help from AC/DC

They came to set a new world record. And with the help of Accadacca’s Long Way to the Top, the kilted musicians got there.

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6 h. ago The best in free art and culture Sydney has to offer this summer

Looking for a taste of arts and culture on a budget? Dip into these Sydney offerings on this unique summer’s walk.

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16 h. ago What to stream this week: A drama about Australia’s most wanted and five more picks

Don’t miss the true-ish tale of the Postcard Bandit, a stand-up set from Kumail Nanjiani and ace Kiwi drama Top of the Lake.

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19 h. ago From magical cats to an exposé on Big Gambling: 10 new books

Our reviewers cast their eyes over recent fiction and non-fiction releases

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19 h. ago Will Smith sued by violinist over alleged sexual harassment and retaliation

The Hollywood actor has been accused of alleged “predatory behaviour” by a musician who joined him on his 2025 global tour.

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23 h. ago Liz and Billy, Katy and Justin: 2025 was the year of weird celebrity matches, hatches and dispatches

2025 was when celebrities stopped being famous for nothing or concentrating on wellness, and started living big, messy, operatic lives again.

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23 h. ago 2025 was the year of weird celebrity matches, hatches and dispatches

2025 was when celebrities stopped being famous for nothing or concentrating on wellness, and started living big, messy, operatic lives again.

Politics

25 h. ago Clooney takes swipe at Trump after dig over French citizenship

The Hollywood star has responded after the US president appeared to celebrate news Clooney and wife Amal had become naturalised French citizens.

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30 h. ago These are my 20 definite, undeniable, guaranteed predictions for 2026

Look, I’m often wrong. But not this time.

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30 h. ago Artbank is now 45. But what is it, and why is it marking such an odd birthday?

Artbank’s recent history has been a little turbulent but things are on the up for an organisation with a big job to do.

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30 h. ago Where we went in 2025: The most popular destinations for Australians

Despite wars, changing entry requirements and a weak dollar, Australians’ love of travel showed no sign of slowing down in the past year.

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30 h. ago Jewish groups warned police about ‘hate preachers’ multiple times before Bondi massacre

It can also be revealed that antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal warned changes to racial incitement laws were “utterly unworkable”.

Events

40 h. ago Netflix’s monster hit Stranger Things is finally over. Was it worth it?

After five seasons, the sci-fi-horror-nostalgia series has wrapped at last. But did the Duffer Brothers stick the landing?

Events

44 h. ago ‘Totally mediocre’: Trump lashes Clooney after star granted French citizenship

The naturalisation of George Clooney his wife, Amal, and their children was announced by the French government this week. Now the US president has responded.

Politics

47 h. ago Why don’t Aussie sporting crowds sing like the Brits do? Blame the Beatles

We’ve borrowed so much from British sporting culture – but their fans sing with gusto, and we’re so sheepish in comparison.

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48 h. ago Don’t come for the plot – but do stay for the costumes, choreography and music

Not much actually happens in the musical Cats, but the sheer spectacle of this new production will satisfy the nostalgia craving.

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49 h. ago Aussie drama tries to capture the Postcard Bandit – but the robber remains elusive

The new six-part drama works – with much invention – as a familiar crime story, but the psychological portrait is grasping.

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