SXSW expanding its festival overseas to London in 2025
Entertainment and tech festival South By Southwest will be expanding across the pond to London in June 2025, growing the influential brand’s reach internationally. The…
Slum to stardom: Indonesian film director Joko Anwar is riding high | Cinema News
Medan, Indonesia – Indonesian film director Joko Anwar is a busy man. He is on location in the city of Bandung, shooting “a new project”,…
Internet sensation JoJo Siwa admits she didn’t invent gay pop, moves away from child-star image
Children's entertainer JoJo Siwa is rebranding herself and it's not going well.In recent years, the former child star has grown up, come out and is…
Billy Dee Williams approves actors using blackface: ‘Why not?’
Billy Dee Williams gave fellow actors the green light to “do anything you want to do” for their work — including using blackface. Williams, who…
Swedish entertainment firm Pophouse acquires rock band KISS’s music catalogue
In short: US rock band KISS has sold its catalogue, brand name and intellectual property to a Swedish company. Pophouse Entertainment said its mission was to…
Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance finds half of Australian musicians earned less than $6,000 last financial year
In short: A survey by the the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA) shows musicians think conditions are getting worse post-pandemic.The survey found half the…
Karlie Kloss’ Bedford Media will resuscitate Life magazine as a print product
Print may be dying, but Bedford Media believes it can bring back Life. The New York-based media holding company owned by fashion model Karlie Kloss…
Last drinks for South Australia’s remote Whyte Yarcowie Vaudeville Troupe
In short: Whyte Yarcowie's Vaudeville Troupe will hold its final performance in April.The group was formed in 1984 and steered by founder Judy Lewis.What's next?…
Star Entertainment Group head Robbie Cooke resigns after Queensland commits to gambling reform
In short: Star Entertainment Group head Robbie Cooke has announced his resignation, with chairman David Foster to take on additional responsibilities while a search for his replacement…
TKO Group to pay $335 million to settle class action suit
TKO Group Holdings, the parent company of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, has agreed to pay $335 million to settle two class-action lawsuits brought by former…
Princess of Wales apologises for confusion over family photo | Entertainment
NewsFeedThe Princess of Wales is apologising for confusion over a photo that was shared via the British royal family’s social media. After posting, the photo…
Around the world, cinephiles say ‘meh’ to Hollywood’s Oscar nominees | Cinema News
Film critics last year were practically clambering over one another to heap praise on Oppenheimer, Hollywood’s blockbuster treatment of the man known as the father…
Disney merges India media business with Reliance venture in $8.5-billion deal
After weathering significant streaming losses, Walt Disney Co. is combining its India business with a venture owned by top local conglomerate Reliance Industries. The companies…
Oppenheimer wins big at Screen Actors Guild Awards, boosting Oscar hopes | Entertainment News
Christopher Nolan’s historical epic picks up top honour for outstanding cast in advance of next month’s Oscars. Oppenheimer has picked up three prizes, including the…
Kansas City Chiefs defeat San Francisco 49ers to win Super Bowl | Entertainment News
BREAKINGBREAKING, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman scores winning touchdown with 3 seconds left in overtime. The Kansas City Chiefs have defeated the San…
Taylor Swift cheers on boyfriend Travis Kelce at Super Bowl | Entertainment News
14-time Grammy-winner completed the Japan leg of her Eras Tour on Saturday before returning to the US on private jet. Global pop sensation Taylor Swift…
Taylor Swift lands in US ahead of Travis Kelce’s Super Bowl showing | Entertainment News
Swift is expected to attend the biggest event of the US sporting calendar on Sunday to cheer on her boyfriend. Global pop sensation Taylor Swift…
Why is Israel competing in European sport and Eurovision despite Gaza war? | Israel War on Gaza News
European organisations have no plan to ban Israel, unlike swift action that was taken against Russia. European organisations have no plans to ban Israel from…
Julia Turner steps down from Los Angeles Times
Julia Turner, who led culture and entertainment coverage for the Los Angeles Times before taking on a business strategy role, announced Tuesday that she was…
Grammys 2024: Here’s a list of top winners at the music awards | Entertainment News
The Grammy Awards, the highest honours in the music industry, were handed out at a ceremony in the United States city of Los Angeles on…