Milo Rau: Tribunals to Thiel Controversy

Swiss director Milo Rau, known for staging court cases as theatre, faces backlash after inviting and then disinviting Palantir founder Peter Thiel at Vienna festival, raising questions about his methods.

Sam Mac's Brave Dip for Uncle Laurie: Fight MND

Sam Mac will plunge into icy water at the MCG to raise funds for Fight MND, honoring his Uncle Laurie's battle with the disease. The personal story highlights the impact of MND on families.

Radio Star's Genius Logies Host Reveal Stunt

Aussie radio host Liam Flanagan proposes a Bachelor-themed sketch to reveal the 2026 Logies host, with Sam Pang eliminating candidates one by one. Osher Gunsberg jokes about joining.

Rosamund Pike: Put Phone Away for Art

Rosamund Pike calls out texting during her play, highlighting a growing inability to be present with art. From theatres to cinemas, phones disrupt shared cultural experiences. Can we reclaim attention?

Mogging: From Toxic Manosphere to Mainstream

The slang 'mogging' originated in misogynistic online forums but has become mainstream among Gen Z and Gen Alpha, used to describe outshining others in looks, skills, or anything. Experts warn it fosters hyper-competitiveness and selfishness.

Anthony Head Dies at 72 After Partner's Death

British actor Anthony Head, famous for roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Ted Lasso, and Merlin, has died at 72 from pneumonia complications, six months after losing his partner Sarah Fisher.

Horror's Hollywood Takeover: Exciting but Lacks Variety

The unprecedented success of horror films Backrooms and Obsession marks a thrilling moment for cinema, but the genre's dominance risks sidelining other original stories. Is it time for filmmakers to explore beyond horror?

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