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Radio personality Kyle Sandilands has arrived at a Sydney courthouse for legal proceedings involving ARN and his former co-host Jackie O. Sandilands spoke to media outside court, stating he wants to "get the truth out" and repeatedly expressed his desire to return to radio, urging ARN to put him back on air. He confirmed he hasn't spoken to Jackie O or her representatives and said he can work with...

Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O Henderson are both scheduled for separate court appearances today in their ongoing legal matter. Kyle is attending a case management hearing at 10:15am at the Federal Court, arriving in a Rolls-Royce and wearing a custom-made suit, while Jackie O's interlocutory hearing is scheduled for 2:15pm, though she may not attend as her presence is not required. The radio duo's...

Russell Brand has given interviews to Megyn Kelly and Piers Morgan, discussing his past amid ongoing sexual assault allegations. During the Megyn Kelly interview, Brand revealed he had a consensual sexual encounter with a 16-year-old girl when he was 30 years old, at the height of his commercial success. He also spoke positively about his ex-wife Katy Perry during the interview. See omnystudio.com...

Australian actor Jacob Elordi has been named the new face of Bleu de Chanel fragrance, taking over the role from Timothée Chalamet. Chanel has recently featured several Australian celebrities in their campaigns, including Kylie Minogue and Margot Robbie for the Chanel 25 handbag. Elordi is reportedly dating Kendall Jenner, while his predecessor Chalamet is dating her sister Kylie Jenner. See omnys...

Sam Frost and Sarah Roberts, former Home and Away co-stars, have launched a new podcast called 'Cracking On' that explores life's rejections and redirections. The podcast features celebrity guests including Lynne McGranger, Rove McManus, Em Rusciano, Michaela Barnas and Nick Giannopoulos discussing moments of resilience and vulnerability. The show combines career deep dives with humorous conversat...

Sam Frost and Sarah Roberts, former Home and Away co-stars, have launched a new podcast called 'Cracking On' that explores life's rejections and redirections. The podcast features celebrity guests including Lynne McGranger, Rove McManus, Em Rusciano, Michaela Barnas and Nick Giannopoulos discussing moments of resilience and vulnerability. The show combines career deep dives with humorous conversat...

Victoria Beckham has opened up about her emotional journey while creating her Netflix documentary series, revealing she underwent a year of intense therapy during the process. The fashion designer and former Spice Girl discussed overcoming decades of self-doubt and being told she wasn't good enough, finally reaching a point of self-acceptance. The documentary examines her life and career, marking...

Kylie Minogue is producing a three-part documentary series for Netflix exploring her career. The series will feature appearances from Danny Minogue, Jason Donovan, Nick Cave and others, focusing on her enduring success and longevity in the music industry rather than scandal or controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actress Charlotte McInnes is giving testimony in her defamation lawsuit against Rebel Wilson, facing intense cross-examination in court. McInnes and her boyfriend Carlo have both been questioned about disputed events involving Wilson, with their accounts conflicting with Wilson's version. Wilson is scheduled to take the stand next Tuesday for two days of testimony. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Kyle and Jackie O are facing a countersuit from their radio network following their departure from the airwaves. The network is seeking the return of sign-on bonuses totalling approximately $2.6 million (87% of $3 million each), compensation for lost revenue, and other financial recompense as the 10-year contract faces termination. Recent radio ratings show Kiss FM's Sydney breakfast shift has dro...

James Valentine, beloved ABC radio presenter, musician and former saxophonist with Models, has died at age 64 after battling cancer. Valentine had a distinguished career spanning music in the 1980s, hosting The Afternoon Show on ABC television, and becoming a renowned radio broadcaster known for his personable afternoon slot in Sydney. Throughout his cancer battle, he shared his journey with liste...

Turkish politician Orhan Avci has become a viral sensation due to his extraordinarily thick and long moustache that covers his entire mouth and most of his chin. Social media users have jokingly suggested his facial hair is the result of Turkey's popular moustache transplant procedures, which attract medical tourists from around the world. The distinctive facial hair has sparked humorous commentar...

Hockey fans in Denver shattered a glass barrier after banging on it too enthusiastically during a game, causing the entire pane to fall onto the opposition coach. The incident resulted in a 19-minute delay while crews cleaned up the mess and replaced the barrier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

London filmmaker William Shears approaches strangers in public spaces offering them a cup of tea from his thermos, engaging in candid conversations about life, happiness and personal experiences. The social media project, called Mug of Life, has gained millions of followers as Shears documents these spontaneous encounters across the UK and during a recent road trip through Australia. The simple ac...

Steel Magnolias returns to the stage in a new Australian production featuring Lisa McCune, Lottie Beckett and Belinda Giblin. The play is set in Truvy's hair salon near Shreveport, Louisiana, and follows six women over two and a half years, beginning with Shelby's wedding day. The story explores female friendship, loss and strength, and is based on the autobiographical work by Robert Harling who w...

Rebel Wilson's defamation trial enters its third day, with testimony from Katie Case, former vice president of the Agency Group, who admitted involvement in setting up websites that smeared Amanda Ghost's name. The defence team is attempting to establish whether Wilson was directly or indirectly involved in these smear tactics, though no definitive evidence has been presented. The trial highlights...

The Michael Jackson biopic has received predominantly negative reviews from critics, currently sitting at 26-27% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film, which covers Jackson's life up to 1988, does not address child molestation allegations, with footage originally shot about these controversies removed at the family's request. Despite poor critical reception, lead actor Jafar Jackson has received praise for...

Carl Sandilands and Jackie O are engaged in separate legal battles against their former employer ARN, with new court documents revealing the radio network's defence strategy. ARN alleges Sandilands engaged in workplace bullying, citing a September off-air argument as evidence of code of practice violations. In Jackie O's case, ARN claims she indicated she could not continue working with Sandilands...

The Devil Wears Prada 2 premiere is taking place in New York City with major stars including Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci, Lady Gaga, Heidi Klum and Anna Wintour in attendance. The sequel follows the success of the original film, which initially struggled to secure funding but went on to spawn both this sequel and a stage musical. Anna Wintour has embraced the event, allowing herself...

Madonna's iconic outfit from her surprise Coachella performance, the same ensemble she wore at the festival 20 years ago, has gone missing from her dressing room along with other items including a dress and corset. The pop star has taken to social media to appeal for the return of the items, describing them as part of her history, and is offering a reward while involving police in the investigatio...

Radio broadcaster Kyle Sandilands is potentially in settlement discussions with his former employer ARN Media regarding a possible return to KISS radio. The situation involves complex considerations including ratings potential, reduced salary negotiations, and ongoing controversies surrounding workplace behaviour allegations and advertiser boycott campaigns. No direct talks have been confirmed wit...

Actor Charlotte MacInnes is pursuing a defamation case against Rebel Wilson in Sydney's Federal Court, one of four lawsuits stemming from allegations Wilson made on social media about people involved in the film 'The Deb'. Wilson allegedly purchased defamation insurance shortly before making the public accusations about the movie's executive producers and other personnel. See omnystudio.com/listen...

Flora, a seven-year-old rescued English bulldog, has won the 47th annual Beautiful Bulldog Contest at Drake University in the United States. The competition judges contestants on both personality and appearance, with Flora beating dozens of other dogs for the crown. She will serve as the official mascot for upcoming university sports games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sylvia Broderick, 88, has run Sylvia's Fabrics in Moree, northern New South Wales, for 50 years and remains an active member of her community. Her granddaughters created social media accounts for the fabric shop to boost business, unexpectedly turning Sylvia into an internet sensation with thousands of fans calling her the internet's favourite grandma. Beyond the shop, Sylvia participates in two c...

The iconic Brady Bunch house in Los Angeles is opening to the public as part of a new tour experience. While only the exterior was used in the original series, the interior has been renovated to replicate the show's set, including the colourful kitchen and famous living room staircase. The property was granted historic status by the Los Angeles City Council, and tour proceeds will benefit Wags and...