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‘Pragmata’ and ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ Are Huge Wins For Capcom

Why 'Pragmata' and 'Resident Evil Requiem' are big hits for 2026, plus 'Pokémon Pokopia', 'Kena: Bridge of Spirits' on Switch 2 and more.

The NOTHING Phone (4a) Pro and Headphone (a) Are Pure Style

Learn how the brand new NOTHING Phone (4a) Pro and NOTHING Headphone (a) both shake up the mid-range tech market.

Here’s Some of the Best Gear and Games So Far in 2026

From the Google Pixel 10a, to the LEGO Game Boy and Logitech G PRO X2 gaming mouse - this is some of the best new gear around.

The Virtual Boy For Nintendo Switch 2 is a Great Nostalgia Hit

Hands on with a redo of Nintendo's quirkiest console - The Virtual Boy - on Switch 2, plus 'Mario Tennis Fever' and more.

The iPhone 17 Pro is a Portable Gaming Powerhouse

Hands-on with the iPhone 17 Pro, 'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' on Switch 2, Magic: the Gathering - Lorwyn Eclipsed and more.

LISTEN: Vera Ellen Releases New Album ‘Heaven Knows What Time’

Celebrate the first day of Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa | NZ Music Month by listening to a new Vera Ellen album.

In My Room with Alayna

We're kicking off NZ Music Month with a stunning In My Room performance from Aotearoa singer-songwriter Alayna.

Strummingbird Festival Confirms 2026 Return, Adds New Location

Country music festival Strummingbird is saddling up for a return in 2026, expanding into a brand new Victorian location.

Culture

Trump’s New Surgeon General Pick Is a Fox News Contributor Who Tried to Trademark MAHA

Nicole Saphier, the Fox News contributor Trump tapped as his new pick for surgeon general, tried to trademark "Make America Healthy Again.

Madonna Releases Collaborative Single ‘Bring Your Love’ with Sabrina Carpenter

Madonna has officially teamed up with Sabrina Carpenter with a new single 'Bring Your Love', set to feature on her upcoming album.

Global

Netflix Prevails in ‘Tiger King’ Copyright Case, a Win for ‘Fair Use’ in Documentaries

Netflix won a reversal in a closely watched case about the 'fair use' of footage in the 'Tiger King' docuseries.

Global

Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter Hit the Dance Floor on New Single ‘Bring Your Love’

Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter have teamed up for the single 'Bring Your Love,' set to be included on the former's new album 'Confessions II.

Nine to Axe Roles in TV News and Current Affairs Divisions

Up to 20 roles across Nine's TV news and current affairs division will be axed in a restructure from the media giant.

Features

‘Australia Punches Over its Playing Weight’: Primary Wave CEO Larry Mestel Talks Local Music Industry (EXCLUSIVE)

While in Sydney for the APRA Awards, Primary Wave CEO and founder, Larry Mestel, sat down with Variety Australia.

Global

Michael Jackson and Jeffrey Epstein: Photos, Testimony and More Reveal Their Ties

All the evidence connecting Michael Jackson to Jeffrey Epstein, from photos and accusers' testimony to his little black book.

Country Music Festival Strummingbird Set for 2026 Return

After a sold-out debut in 2025, country music festival Strummingbird is returning in 2026 - here's what we know so far.

Dermot Kennedy Announces Australian Tour

The beloved Irish singer-songwriter will tour the country this November, with shows confirmed in Perth, Brisbane, and more.

Green Day’s Pre-‘Dookie’ Years Inspire New Comedy Film Starring Mason Thames and More

A new coming-of-age comedy inspired by Green Day’s van-dwelling early years is gearing up for a major global rollout.

Slayyyter’s ‘Wor$t Girl in the World Tour’ Is Coming to Australia

Slayyyter has today announced that she's bringing her 'Wor$t Girl in the World Tour' to Australia later this year.

First Teaser for Zach Cregger’s New ‘Resident Evil’ Film Adaptation Drops

The first teaser for the new 'Resident Evil' film adaptation has arrived, introducing us to Bryan, a medical courier played by Austin Abrams.

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