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Billy Joel performs at a concert in Wellington, Florida, during a celebration for the city’s 30th anniversary. Picture: Supplied

Billy Joel surprises fans with first stage return since shock diagnosis

Billy Joel, known as the ‘piano man’, has defied expectations with a surprise comeback performance eight months after doctors ordered him to stop touring due to a rare brain condition.

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Best Aussie film scene that beats Barbie, Wolverine and the Joker

One iconic movie scene has beaten Margot Robbie’s adventurous Barbie, Heath Ledger’s portrayal of the Joker and even Wolverine. VOTE IN OUR POLL.

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Revealed: Aussie music act that beats Kylie, AC/DC

Australia’s biggest music stars have been named and the top star beat Kylie and AC/DC to the top of the global charts. VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE.

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Big Brother Host Mel Tracina Photography By Paul A. Broben

Big Brother twist not even insiders saw coming

The host of Big Brother has opened up on the show’s return to Qld – and why we need to “expect the unexpected”.

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LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 20: Dave Grohl of The Foo Fighters performs on stage at London Stadium on June 20, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Foo Fighters)

Foo Fighters to rock Tassie in their ONLY Aussie show

Rock legends Foo Fighters have chosen Tasmania for their only Australian concert, bringing their epic show to the Apple Isle next month in “a sign of things to come” for big stadium shows if Mac Point gets the tick.

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Bay of Fires. For TasWeekend summer edition. Picture: Sean Scott The Bay of Fires, located within larapuna, is a bay on the northeastern coast of Tasmania in Australia; extending from Binalong Bay to Eddystone Point.

Ultimate guide to what’s on in Tassie this summer

Summer is coming! Make the most of the warmer weather with our go-to summer events guide – it’s packed with must-do Tassie activities to enliven your social calendar and kickstart 2026 in style

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Mega movie sequels coming our way

Hollywood is betting big on nostalgia with a dozen major sequels announced for 2026, including the return of Miranda Priestly and Iron Man’s Robert Downey Jr in villain mode.

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Brooke Warne, Jackson Warne, Elizabeth Hurley, Damian Hurley and Summer Warne at Oaks day Flemington. Picture: Lucas Dawson

Liz Hurley’s son quashes ‘rift’ claims in message to Warne ‘step-siblings’

Damian Hurley has addressed rumours he’s fallen out with his mother, Elizabeth, while paying tribute to Shane Warne’s children.

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Hobart Festival of Comedy launches

Funny business: Hobart Comedy Festival unveils mega line-up

Festival director reveals exclusive line-up of comedy heavyweights heading to Tasmania for a five-day spectacular featuring award-winning acts and local talent.

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Hook Ups & Break Ups

Fourth time's the charm! Photo: Instagram

Reality star’s ‘next chapter’ after nightmare

The star of reality juggernaut Pawn Stars has married for the fourth time, the latest coming after a nightmare no one should have to go through.

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Chevy Chase slammed for comments to female documentary director.

Star’s insult to female director caught on film

Chevy Chase has sparked outrage over his rude remarks towards his female director in footage he hoped would never see the light of day.

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Amy Schumer via her Instagram.

Newly-single star strips to show off new body

The newly single comedian, 44, has showcased her dramatic weight loss transformation in a series of revealing pics.

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Jesy Nelson via her Instagram

Pop star’s twins will ‘probably never walk’

This pop star welcomed twin daughters last year – but has now given fans a heartbreaking update about their “severe” health problems.

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Chevy Chase snaps at director on new documentary

Chevy Chase snaps at director on new documentary

Footage of Chevy Chase snapping at the female director on his new documentary has angered fans.

Channing Tatum and Inka Williams holiday in Costa Rica.

US actor’s 19-year age gap with Aus girlfriend

A Hollywood heart-throb has shared a passionate kiss on holiday with his Australian model girlfriend, marking a major relationship milestone.

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Tom Hanks spotted arriving at Sydney airport

Tom Hanks spotted arriving at Sydney airport

The Hollywood icon is back in Australia to film the sequel to his World War II naval film Greyhound.

North West has a new look.

Star’s 12yo daughter now unrecognisable

The daughter of two huge stars has undergone an extreme makeover with black grills, turquoise hair and fake piercings.

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An ARIA Award-winning drill rapper from Sydney’s south has been arrested outside a club in the state’s north just hours before he was set to perform. , , , Blake Turnell, 31 – known professionally as ChillinIt – was arrested outside Club Evans RSL around 7pm Friday night, after he was “trespassed” by police due to his allegedly drunken behaviour.

Aussie star arrested minutes before show

This top-selling Aussie rapper says alcohol is to blame for his dramatic arrest just minutes before he was set to perform a concert.

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Timothée Chalamet declares love for Kylie Jenner at 2026 Critics Choice Awards

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Timothée Chalamet declares love for Kylie Jenner at 2026 Critics Choice Awards

Timothée Chalamet offered up rare comments about his relationship with Kylie Jenner at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards. Amid the annual prizegiving…

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: One Battle After Another wins Best Film at the Critics Choice Awards

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: One Battle After Another wins Best Film at the Critics Choice Awards

One Battle After Another has scooped Best Picture at the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards held in Santa Monica, California. The film also took…

North West unrecognisable in new TikTok clips

North West unrecognisable in new TikTok clips

Kim Kardashian’s daughter North West is unrecognisable in new videos as she sports black grills and turquoise hair.

Ashley Tisdale on her former friends.

Star goes public over ‘toxic’ celeb friend group

This actress is taking shots at her former “toxic” mum group — including Hilary Duff, Meghan Trainor and Mandy Moore — in a scathing new essay.

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Aussie rapper Chillinit arrested before show

Aussie rapper Chillinit arrested before show

This dramatic footage shows the Aussie rapper being bundled into a police van shortly before a recent concert.

Ali Larter, then and now.

90s bombshell stuns 27 years after first film

She had a string of hits in the late 90s and early noughties – and a month away from a milestone birthday, this movie bombshell looks better than ever.

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Prince Harry has arrived in Britain to see his father, King Charles, as he undergoes treatment for cancer. Picture: AFP/Getty Images

Prince Harry ‘wins’ security fight, King could visit California

A royal reunion is imminent with hopes the King will visit Harry and Meghan in the US as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex win their bid for UK security – and the scary reason why is revealed.

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Charles Melton expecting first child with director Camille Summers-Valli

Charles Melton expecting first child with director Camille Summers-Valli

The Riverdale star’s girlfriend, Camille Summers-Valli, took to Instagram to reveal that she’s pregnant with the couple’s first child. She shared…

‘This is not a rags to riches story’: Hugh Jackman on his film, Song Sung Blue

‘This is not a rags to riches story’: Hugh Jackman on his film, Song Sung Blue

Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson talk to Lynn Rusk about music, resilience and their love of Neil Diamond in their new film, Song Sung Blue. When…

Mickey Rourke starts GoFundMe to avoid eviction from LA home

Mickey Rourke starts GoFundMe to avoid eviction from LA home

In December, the Oscar-nominated actor was served a notice to pay around $60,000 in overdue rent, or vacate his Los Angeles home, People magazine…

Jacob Elordi stunned to win prize at 2026 Critics Choice Awards

Jacob Elordi stunned to win prize at 2026 Critics Choice Awards

Jacob Elordi admitted he didn’t prepare a speech as he accepted a prize at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards on Sunday night. The Australian actor…

Jesy Nelson told twin babies unlikely to walk

Jesy Nelson told twin babies unlikely to walk

The former Little Mix singer posted an emotional video to Instagram on Sunday, vowing that the girls will “fight all the odds” after a diagnosis…

Timothée Chalamet declares love for Kylie Jenner at 2026 Critics Choice Awards

Timothée Chalamet declares love for Kylie Jenner at 2026 Critics Choice Awards

Timothée Chalamet offered up rare comments about his relationship with Kylie Jenner at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards. Amid the annual prizegiving…

Jimmy Kimmel thanks Donald Trump for his Critics Choice Award

Jimmy Kimmel thanks Donald Trump for his Critics Choice Award

Kimmel took home the win for Best Talk Show at the 2026 show. “Most of all, I wanna thank our president, Donald Jennifer Trump, without whom…

One Battle After Another wins Best Film at the Critics Choice Awards

One Battle After Another wins Best Film at the Critics Choice Awards

One Battle After Another has scooped Best Picture at the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards held in Santa Monica, California. The film also took…

Timothée Chalamet declares love for Kylie Jenner

Timothée Chalamet declares love for Kylie Jenner

While accepting best actor at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, Timothée Chalamet said he couldn’t do it without his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner….

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