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Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.

Jilly Cooper debunks death hoax after social media frenzy

Beloved British author Jilly Cooper, 87, has been forced to publicly confirm she is alive and well after a cruel death hoax spread rapidly across social media platforms, causing widespread concern among her devoted readers.

Jilly Cooper hospitalised after serious fall

Beloved British author Jilly Cooper, 87, reveals details of her serious fall that left her hospitalised while discussing her upcoming novel 'Tackle!' and career reflections.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open

The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative

Trump's 100% Tariff Threat to Australian Industry

Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.

True Crime Childhood Behind Boy Swallows Universe

The harrowing, hope-filled childhood of author Trent Dalton is now a major Netflix series. Discover the incredible true story of drug lords, a mute magician, and a mother's fight for redemption that inspired a literary phenomenon.

Dan Brown's £25m UK Property Empire Revealed

Bestselling author Dan Brown, famed for The Da Vinci Code, has built a colossal £25 million property portfolio across the UK, including a historic rectory and a £15 million London mansion, new land registry documents reveal.

Sally Rooney supports Palestine Action in UK

Normal People author Sally Rooney has publicly endorsed Palestine Action, the direct-action group targeting Israeli defence company Elbit Systems' UK operations. The literary star's support signals growing cultural backing for the movement.

Haruki Murakami Opens First US Library in Manhattan

Acclaimed Japanese author Haruki Murakami has inaugurated his first US-based library, The Haruki Murakami Library, at Waseda University's Manhattan campus, offering a deep dive into his literary world.

McEwan's Scathing Indictment of Modern Liberalism

Ian McEwan's provocative new novel, 'What We Can Know', delivers a powerful critique of contemporary liberal thought, exploring its intellectual fragility and moral failings through a gripping narrative of a family in crisis.

Australian Music Legend Jon English Dies Aged 73

The entertainment world mourns the loss of Jon English, the trailblazing Australian musician and actor, who has died aged 73. Remembered for his role in 'Against the Wind' and a stellar music career.

Jodi Picoult's 'Murder' Remark About Charlie Kirk Sparks Fury

Acclaimed novelist Jodi Picoult faces a social media firestorm after a controversial post about Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk, suggesting his 'murder' would be a public service, igniting a fierce debate on political discourse and free speech.

Author Names 5 Life-Changing Books You Must Read

Discover the five essential books that have profoundly shaped one author's life and writing, from timeless classics to modern masterpieces that promise to captivate every reader.

University revokes award from author over JK Rowling comments

Trinity College Dublin rescinds its prestigious James Joyce Award from author John Boyne following his public criticism of JK Rowling's stance on transgender issues, igniting a fierce debate on free speech and cancel culture in academia.

Stephen King Apologises for 'Nasty' Comments About Charlie Kirk

Bestselling horror author Stephen King has publicly apologised to conservative commentator Charlie Kirk for making 'unkind and derogatory' remarks about his appearance on social media, in a surprising act of contrition that has captivated fans and critics

Kirk sparks fury with Rushdie attack comments

Right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk faces intense backlash after suggesting Salman Rushdie was partly responsible for his own stabbing. The remarks, made at a Utah event, have been condemned as 'disgusting' and 'dangerous' by critics across the political

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