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So white, not right: Nine’s good intentions let down by poor execution
In its rush to get its vaccine campaign on the air, the network overlooked the importance of on-screen diversity.
- by Andrew Hornery
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Festival of the frock brings out Sydney’s social tribes
Faster than a speeding Boeing, former foreign affairs minister Julie Bishop darted across the Nullarbor to claim her front-row position at Australian Fashion Week.
- by Andrew Hornery
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Nearly 25 years after her death, the Diana industry is still unstoppable
“The fascination with Diana only grows the more dysfunctional the royal family becomes,” explains women’s magazine editor Fiona Connolly.
- by Andrew Hornery
Troubled child of the Murdoch and Freud dynasties battles her demons
Twenty-one-year-old Charlotte Freud wants to be known as a budding musician and singer rather than the offspring of the powerful Rupert Murdoch and Sigmund Freud families.
- by Andrew Hornery
Melbourne TikTokers: Ginger and Carman
"Ginger" and "Carman", the two Melbourne friends behind a viral TikTok account say their motto is: 'Who were you before you had to be someone?'
Matthew McConaughey, Pete Evans and the rise of the celebrity politician
The Oscar winner is reportedly considering a run for Texas Governor. He’s just the latest celebrity to consider throwing their hat into the political ring.
- by Karl Quinn
Love at first sight for Tim Ross and his wife? Not quite
The comedian and author discusses his upbringing, career and the women who have influenced him.
- by Jane Rocca
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Our much-loved Magda as the queen of mean? Surely a mix-up is afoot
Szubanski is promising to bring a contemporary twist to The Weakest Link in her new role as the show’s notoriously nasty host.
- by Andrew Hornery
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Ex-madam fears police missed key interviews in Revelle investigation
Jane King fears police missed vital clues in the disappearance of Revelle Balmain, saying she urged them to interview three people. But two of them were never questioned.
- by Andrew Hornery
Lady Gaga tells of ‘psychotic break’ after rape at 19 left her pregnant
The Star is Born singer said she suffered a “psychotic break” after being raped by a producer at age 19 as she was trying to get a foothold in the music industry.