Australia forces Google, Facebook to pay up
News companies believe they have been ripped off trillions of dollars. Now the Australian Government has stepped in to make them pay up.
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AFP raid on journalist’s home ‘invalid’
The journalist who saw her home raided by Australian Federal Police over a story has won her High Court battle.
National cinema chain closes indefinitely
Palace Cinemas has announced it will close all of its locations from tomorrow for an indefinite period.
Tragedy as mum dies of ‘broken heart’
Journalist Lyra McKee was murdered in Northern Ireland nearly one year ago – and now, her family has been rocked by fresh heartbreak.
Playboy ditches 60-year tradition
The racy magazine has finally pulled a key annual tradition – and it’s all because of a move towards “a more inclusive celebration” of women.
Movies could take $7 billion virus hit
With people hunkering down at home with their stock of toilet paper, the global movie industry is looking at a multi-billion dollar bath.
AAP closure triggers media stoush
Accusations of a “sinister” motive behind the closure of the Australian Associated Press newswire service have been dismissed as “conspiracy theory nonsense” that smack of hypocrisy.
New streaming service to launch here
Ready to shell out a few more dollars every month for access to yet another subscription service? There’s no end in sight.
Hilarious solution to toilet paper crisis
Famously cheeky newspaper the NT News has gone viral after coming up with a fix for Australia’s outrageous toilet paper shortage.
Paper’s ‘brilliant’ treatment of trolls
The media site has been praised for calling out and publishing the names and faces of men posting horrific comments about the young activist.
ABC’s awkward logo mistake
The public broadcaster was forced to change the logo of one of its flagship shows after it breached international humanitarian law.
One third say ABC ‘out of touch’
A new poll suggests the ABC is out of touch with the views of “ordinary Aussies” – and a surprising age group is turning against the broadcaster.
Game show erupts over rude clue
A popular game show left its hosts red-faced – and fans in stitches – after one seven-letter clue took an awkward turn.
E-cigarette maker accused of targeting kids
The tobacco company has been accused of targeting children on cartoon stations and platforms such as Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network.
Rude find on ‘awkward’ weather map
The wild storm has sparked flooding and widespread damage, but the BBC’s weather graphics provided some lighthearted reactions online.
Ad banned for being too sexy
An advertising standards body banned the commercial from online retailer PrettyLittleThing for being “overly sexualised”.
Reason racy ads will never return
Celebrities like Eva Mendes and Khloe Kardashian have stripped off for this iconic campaign for decades. But it’s finally coming to an end.
Shock jock announces cancer diagnosis
The conservative radio host told his 20-million audience that he would be leaving his radio show for treatment but hoped to return soon.
TV star’s stunning Everest act
Ever wondered what happens when the cameras are switched off during a gruelling Everest climb documentary? This TV star reveals all.
Trump slammed for coronavirus photo
Donald Trump shared photos of a briefing from “the best experts” on the coronavirus outbreak – but one commentator says it highlights a huge problem.
Optus fined for ‘infuriating’ messages
The telco provider has been handed the biggest fine of its kind in Australian history after an investigation into spam texts and emails.
TV host quits over Shakespeare quote
A veteran newsreader has announced his shock resignation after being accused of racism for quoting Shakespeare on Twitter.
China’s fury at ‘insulting’ virus cartoon
China has demanded an apology after an “insulting” cartoon about the coronavirus was published in a western newspaper.
Boss quits after backlash over wedding ad
A sweet ad featuring a same-sex couple caused so much furore when it aired in the US the boss of the company has now stepped down.
Pollie’s ‘belittling’ joke to female journo
Reporter Allison Donahue has written a scathing article describing the moment she was “objectified and humiliated” by a male politician.
Billionaire tycoon’s son found dead
The 27-year-old had roles in a couple of Hollywood films but was best known for being the son of billionaire investor Ron Burkle.
TV guest’s bizarre on-air act
Wesley Clark shocked a TV host and the audience after taking drastic action when his mobile phone started ringing on live television.
TV host’s disgusting on-air blunder
“It’s very brown”: The Antiques Roadshow expert thought he was tasting port from the 1840s but the truth was repulsive.
George Calombaris’ critical mistake
George Calombaris became public enemy number one by ripping off his staff – but one huge blunder really caused his catastrophic downfall.
‘Horrified’ women slam ABC doco
Days before the explosive #MeToo documentary starring Tracey Spicer airs, women are calling for it to be axed over its “gross breach” of privacy.
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