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Local Tastemakers Astral People are Curating a Takeover for Vivid LIVE at Sydney Opera House — Here’s Who’s on the Lineup

Astral People curate a Vivid LIVE takeover at Sydney Opera House on May 27 featuring Gil Scott-Heron, TOKiMONSTA, ONEMAN and Flying Lotus.

Every PS5 Owner Needs to Play ‘Saros’

Meet 'Saros' - your latest must-play PS5 title, plus 'Magic: The Gathering - Secrets of Strixhaven' and 'Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream'.

‘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.

Barack Obama Suggests Stephen Colbert Would Be a Better President Than ‘Some Folks’

Barack Obama appeared on 'The Late Show' for an extensive interview with Stephen Colbert about the power of the president, and Democrats.

Late-Night Hosts Take Aim at Trump Reinstating Fitness Test: ‘He Would Have No Chance of Passing’

Late-night TV hosts took aim at Donald Trump's announcement to reinstate the presidential physical fitness test yesterday at the White House.

Music

Local Tastemakers Astral People are Curating a Takeover for Vivid LIVE at Sydney Opera House — Here’s Who’s on the Lineup

As part of their 15-year celebrations, Astral People are curating a lineup for a one-night-only takeover during this year’s Vivid program.

Movie News

Blake Lively Received Zero Compensation in Justin Baldoni Settlement: Report

No monetary compensation was reportedly exchanged in the lawsuit settlement between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.

Music

‘It’s Exposing Yourself to a Different Audience’: The Living End Look Ahead to Their Great Southern Nights Show

The Living End are about to hit Tamworth as part of Great Southern Nights’ Live Fest, sharing a massive bill with Lime Cordiale and more.

David Letterman Slams CBS as ‘Lying Weasels’ for Cancelling ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Due to a ‘Financial Decision’

David Letterman slammed CBS as 'lying weasels' citing the cancellation of 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' as a 'fiancial decision.

Blake Lively Made No Money in Justin Baldoni Settlement, But Legal Fight Is Not Quite Over

No money changed hands between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively in their settlement, but Lively still has a pending motion for damages.

Olivia Wilde’s ‘The Invite’ Among Stacked Sydney Film Festival Program

The full program for the 73rd Sydney Film Festival has been revealed, including Olivia Wilde's 'The Invite'.

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Amazon Asks ‘Summer I Turned Pretty’ Fans Not to Visit Movie Set or Share Filming Locations: ‘We’re Working Hard to Create a Protected Bubble’

Amazon is asking "The Summer I Turned Pretty" viewers to respect the cast and crew's privacy at this time as they film the feature.

‘Apex,’ ‘Man on Fire’ Top Netflix Global Charts; Peter Chernin’s North Road First Indie Studio to Claim No. 1 Film and Series on Streamer

Chernin Entertainment scored a Netflix record, producing both the top film and TV series on the streamer with "Apex" and "Man on Fire.

Features

Local Favourites Fig and Caitlin Harnett Are Unmissable at Great Southern Nights

Local favourites Fig and Caitlin Harnett are taking over the ground floor bar for a special Great Southern Nights performance.

John Lydon’s Public Image Ltd Announce 2027 Australia and New Zealand Tour Dates

Public Image Ltd, the iconic band led by John Lydon, has announced a run of Australian and New Zealand shows set for early 2027.

Dead Kennedys’ Jello Biafra Shares Health Update After Stroke

Dead Kennedys' Jello Biafra is continuing his recovery after suffering a serious stroke in March, with a new health update shared this week.

LISTEN: The Rolling Stones Preview New Album with ‘In the Stars’

The Rolling Stones have continued their album rollout with a new single.

Heavy Music Is on the Rise in Australia

Heavy music is outpacing the pack as one of Australia's fastest-growing genres, surpassing gains seen in dance/electronic and hip-hop.

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