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Exclusive: Corrective Services investigates how Richard Guilliatt of The Australian was able to interview Rob and Karen Gilfillan for Shadow of DoubtFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastCorrective Services New South Wales is investigating how a journalist from The Australian was able to interview a man and a woman convicted of abusing their daughter for a podcast that raised questions about their guilt.After legal restrictions were lifted last month the victim said the podcast had been highly detrimental to her mental health. Continue reading...

Program portrayed efforts to wean Australia off fossil fuels as morally bankrupt, trashing rainforests and enslaving Australia to ChinaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastChildren sieve mud, workers drop down claustrophobic hand-cut mine shafts, men grimace while others carve out rock with chisels in bare feet to recover cobalt “for our renewable green dream”.These were the dramatic scenes from the Democratic Republic of Congo in a “special investigation” from Channel Seven’s Spotlight program, aired in prime-time on Sunday evening. Continue reading...

Second day of ‘faux-royal’ tour sees Duke of Sussex speak candidly about challenges of new fatherhood as amused football fans watch onIt was an unusual sight. As a group of children were rocking out to the Wiggles, Prince Harry kicked a football on Whitten Oval in Melbourne, home of Australian rules team the Western Bulldogs.“Just a regular Wednesday,” a member of the crowd, dressed mainly in suits and from the advocacy and academic fields, said. Continue reading...

• Complex TV curates 10 must-watch movies for April 2026, featuring Christopher Nolan films alongside Wayans family comedies. • The lineup includes hood classics 'Belly' and 'King of New York,' offering diverse cinematic options from prestige dramas to urban tales. • This selection caters to varied tastes, blending high-profile directors with cult favorites for streaming viewers.

• At RSAC 2026 on April 3, experts detailed rising AI-powered autonomous cyber threats and agentic defenses. • Sessions emphasized quantum computing risks to encryption, urging enterprise preparedness. • Findings stress need for adaptive strategies against evolving AI attack vectors.

• Celebrity couples including Jason Bateman and Amanda Anka, plus Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon, turned heads with romantic arrivals at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. • Hosted by Conan O'Brien, the event aired live on ABC and Hulu starting at 7 p.m. ET, showcasing Hollywood's biggest stars in glamorous fashion. • These high-profile duos added extra star power and romance to the red carpet, captivating audiences during the ceremony.

• Celebrity couples including Jason Bateman and Amanda Anka, plus Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon, turned heads with romantic arrivals at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15 at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. • Hosted by Conan O'Brien, the event aired live on ABC and Hulu starting at 7 p.m. ET, showcasing Hollywood's biggest stars in glamorous fashion. • These high-profile duos added extra star power and romance to the red carpet, captivating audiences during the ceremony.

Paramount and Skydance are advancing $110 billion merger discussions to acquire Warner Bros., intensifying uncertainty as the studio's 'Sinners' and 'One Battle After Another' eye Oscars glory on March 15, 2026. The deal could consolidate Hollywood power but risks job cuts amid ongoing layoffs. Stakeholders await regulatory approval, which may influence awards campaigning. If finalized, it promises a transformed landscape for 2026-2027 releases.

Iranian military said in a statement that oil and energy infrastructure belonging to firms that cooperated with the US would ‘immediately be destroyed’How have you been affected by the latest Middle East events?Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry is saying that two drones have been intercepted and destroyed in the eastern region.More now after reports of explosions in Dubai on Friday morning: thick black smoke rose over the financial hub’s skyline after what authorities described as a fire in an industrial area of the city-state. Continue reading...

WWE NXT star Kiana James suffered an awkward wardrobe malfunction during a live TV match on March 13, captured by cameras and rapidly shared online. Bored Panda details the mishap occurring mid-segment, drawing millions of views and mixed reactions from fans. The incident highlights risks in live sports entertainment amid WWE's push toward mainstream appeal. James issued a lighthearted social media response post-event.

Public radio station WAMU features overlooked jazz trumpeter Bill Coleman on its 'Hot Jazz Saturday Night' broadcast tonight, March 14, 2026. Coleman, known for his virtuoso playing in 1930s Paris and collaborations with Louis Armstrong, remains underappreciated despite critical acclaim. The episode highlights rare recordings amid a revival of hot jazz interest in the US. Listeners can tune in for segments celebrating early 20th-century swing era icons.

WAMU's 'Hot Jazz Saturday Night' on March 14, 2026, features the music of Bill Coleman, dubbed the finest trumpeter many listeners have never heard of, showcasing his influential yet underrecognized contributions to jazz history. The broadcast highlights Coleman's career spanning Europe and the U.S. in the 1930s-1950s. This episode revives interest in pre-war jazz amid a surge in vintage music streaming. Listeners can tune in for a deep dive into his recordings and legacy.