Entertainment
Star-studded push to lure tourists to Australia
6 August
Robert Irwin and English television chef Nigella Lawson are among the stars enlisted to tempt tourists to visit the land Down Under in a “tried and tested” representation of Australia. Shots of the celebrities set against the country’s most...[Read More]
Who’s top dog? Wave-riding canines compete for glory
6 August
Charlie the yellow lab likes surfing so much he’ll grab his surfboard and run towards the water, so much so that his humans sometimes have to hide it if they want to chit-chat with friends on the beach. On Saturday, Charlie was set to join about...[Read More]
Musicians, actors, writers call for protection from AI
31 July
Most creative workers want the government to intervene in the unrestricted use of artificial intelligence software, a study has found, and more than half are “extremely concerned” about use of the technology and its impact on jobs. Actors,...[Read More]
China’s first Legoland opens to visitors in Shanghai
9 July
A 26-metre-high Lego figure named Dada has welcomed visitors to a new Legoland resort in Shanghai. The resort, which opened on Saturday, is the first in China. It is one of 11 parks across the world and was built with 85 million Lego bricks. Entry...[Read More]
School’s not out for YouTube despite possible youth ban
2 July
Children will still be able to use YouTube for educational content if the platform is included in a social media ban, Australia’s internet safety watchdog says. eSafety commissioner Julie Inman Grant has rejected YouTube’s claims banning those...[Read More]
Excel at spreadsheets. There’s a competition for that?
25 June
Who truly excels at Excel? At the Microsoft Office Specialist World Championships, enthusiastic spreadsheeters compete to see who will be the global star of a computer program that many love to hate. Melbourne-based filmmaker Kristina Kraskov...[Read More]
Keeping busy in retirement: top 10 ideas for the 70+ age group (especially for those who are single or widowed)
29 May
Retirement can be a fulfilling and enriching stage of life, even more so when it’s approached with purpose and creativity. For those over 70 who are single, whether by choice, separation, or the loss of a life partner, keeping active, socially...[Read More]
Pac-Man turns 45, timeless icon still going strong
29 May
On May 22 1980, Pac-Man first hit arcades in Japan, launching what would become one of the most legendary franchises in video game history. With its deceptively simple maze-chase gameplay and colourful ghost enemies, Pac-Man captivated an entire...[Read More]
Billionaire lifestyle trailblazer lights up festival
28 May
America’s first self-made female billionaire – often hailed as the original global influencer – Martha Stewart has hit the stage at Sydney’s Vivid festival. The home-making icon has had an extremely full life, including publishing more than...[Read More]
Astronaut Katy Perry to shoot for the stars in April
2 April
Katy Perry will go into space in April. The Teenage Dream singer revealed in February that she would be part of an all-female crew – which also includes presenters Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez – to travel on the next launch of Jeff Bezos’...[Read More]
Brad Pitt warns fans about scammers targeting fans
22 January
Brad Pitt has urged fans to be vigilant about catfishing after a scammer allegedly stole thousands of dollars pretending to be him. The actor has responded after a 53-year-old woman who identified herself as Anne claimed she was tricked into...[Read More]
Ways to Make Your Own Luck With Money This St. Patrick’s Day
17 March
Contrary to popular belief, there is no fabled pot of gold sitting and waiting for you to come and claim it at the end of the rainbow. Unless you’ve won the lottery or you have a trust fund, it’s doubtful that you’ll make money through luck...[Read More]
Rare penny set to fetch more than $40k
5 October
A once humble 1930s Australian penny is set to fetch tens of thousands of dollars at auction. The penny is the lowest mintage pre-decimal Australian coin in existence – a “numismatic superstar” with its value only rising, according...[Read More]
Top 3 benefits of the caravan lifestyle in Australia
29 September
A rising number of Australians are searching for alternative life experiences that provide them with a sense of independence from city life and a connection to nature. Caravan living can be for you if you’re looking for new experiences or wish to...[Read More]
Retirement activities you can look forward to
1 September
Contrary to popular belief, retirement is not only about rest or relaxation. After all, your interests and objectives in life could change. The goals you have today could be very different from those you have in mind for retirement in a few...[Read More]