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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.

10+ big video games you might have missed in 2025

Before 2026 truly gets underway, catch up on all the stellar video games you may have missed at the end of 2025.

Here’s Some Last-Minute Xmas 2025 Gaming and Tech Gift Ideas

If you're in need of some last-minute stocking stuffers, here are a handful of Xmas 2025 gaming and tech gift ideas.

‘Pokémon Legends: Z-A’ Reinvents a Classic Formula

Does 'Pokémon Legends: Z-A' make you want to catch em' all.

Apple AirPods Pro 3: Third Time’s the Charm

How the AirPods Pro 3 could be Apple's best effort yet, plus 'Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2', 'Ghost of Yotei' and more.

Inside MĀ’s Big Week: Taite Music Prize Nomination and Debut WOMADelaide Appearance

We caught up with the shapeshifting Aotearoa musician ahead of her first performance at WOMADelaide.

The Veronicas Take On Sombr’s ’12 to 12′ For Like A Version

Like A Version month continued on Friday morning, when Australian pop royalty The Veronicas took to the studio to cover sombr's '12 to 12'.

‘You Create All These Stories Along the Way’: Muroki Tells Us About Life on the Road as He Embarks on New Zealand Tour

We caught up with Muroki ahead of his Aotearoa tour, which still has dates remaining in Matakana, Christchurch, Auckland, and more.

Song You Need to Know: Hans. & Hanbee, ‘All I Need’

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John Mayer Launches Grateful Dead Listening Party for Fans to ‘Meet Up’ Following Bob Weir’s Death

John Mayer is launching a weekly Grateful Dead Listening Party for 'those who have felt lost to meet up' following the death of Bob Weir.

New Australian Russell Crowe Film ‘Beast’ Gets Cinema Release Date

"Beast," starring and co-written by Oscar winner Russell Crowe, officially has an Australian cinema release date.

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Australia’s Jacki Weaver Joins ‘The Rockford Files’ Reboot Cast

Australian Oscar-nominated actress Jacki Weaver has joined the cast of "The Rockford Files" reboot pilot at NBC.

New Zealand Signs First Co-Production Agreement with Latin American Partner

In a move that's set to create new opportunities for filmmakers in both countries, New Zealand and Brazil have signed an official co‑production agreement.

Venue Execs Say Live Nation Used Major Tours to Pressure Ticketmaster Deals

Executives have told a US federal court that Live Nation used the promise of major tours to pressure arenas into keeping Ticketmaster deals.

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Peter Jackson to Receive Cannes’ Honorary Palme d’Or

Lord of the Rings filmmaking icon Peter Jackson will receive the honorary Palme d'Or on the opening night of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.

John Mayer Announces Grateful Dead Listening Party After Bob Weir Passing

John Mayer has announced the launch of a weekly Grateful Dead Listening Party following the death of his Dead & Company bandmate Bob Weir.

‘I F*cking Love It’: Classic Aussie Dance Track ‘Addicted to Bass’ Gets Dom Dolla Remix

Puretone’s iconic 1998 dance track 'Addicted to Bass' has been given a new life for 2026, with Dom Dolla officially dropping a remix.

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‘Hopefully It Doesn’t Take Us as Long to Come Back’: Linkin Park Celebrate the Old & New on Australian Tour

A generational mix flocked to the Brisbane Entertainment Centre on Thursday night, plagued by nostalgia for the early 2000s.

Billie Eilish Tour Allegedly Used to Pressure Venues Into Ticketmaster Deals, US Court Hears

A US federal court has heard claims that a Billie Eilish tour was used by Live Nation to pressure venues into sticking with Ticketmaster.

Courtney Love Shuts Down Hole Reunion Speculation After Social Media Teases

Courtney Love has shut down speculation about a Hole reunion after initially sparking excitement among fans on social media this week.

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