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Al Pacino has been recognised for his connection to the works of William Shakespeare. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentAl Pacino honoured with Shakespeare award

He's best known for his film roles in Hollywood but Al Pacino has now been recognised for his theatre performances in many of William Shakespeare's plays.

Jenny Garnsworthy

Archibald Prize winner Richard Lewer has taken up residence at Melbourne's Abbotsford Convent. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

EntertainmentWhat Richard did next: making sense of Archibald win

Archibald prize-winning artist Richard Lewer is taking up a residency at the Abbotsford Convent, a much-loved arts space that recently lost government funding.

Liz Hobday

East Beechboro Primary School students Ayva, 10, Ella, 9, and Artem, 11. Carwyn Monck

EducationCommentsPremiumSEE THE LIST: Most popular books chosen by WA kids

More than a quarter of a century since the first Harry Potter novel was published, the books are still among the most popular for WA school kids who signed up for this year’s Premier’s Reading Challenge.

Bethany Hiatt

Roger Cook is applying ‘commercial-in-confidence’ to duck questions about how much he paid to bring Coldplay to Perth — and it’s miffed Ben Harvey off.

OpinionCommentsPremiumColdplay in spotlight in WA commercial-in-confidence saga

Few things annoy Ben Harvey more than being denied an answer on the grounds of ‘commercial-in-confidence’ — shouldn’t taxpayers know what we are forking out for squillionaire musicians to entertain us?

Ben Harvey

Ben Harvey

Jemaine Clement and Nicola Walker in Alice And Steve, which is streaming now on Disney Plus.

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Rom-com? More like WRONG com

Find out why Screen Queen Clare is finding it hard to watch Alice And Steve. Plus her verdict on Sugar, The Rest Is Football, Escape To The Chateau and Monty Don’s British Gardens.

Clare Rigden

Euphoria’s Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) takes on OnlyFans in season three of the HBO series.

TVCommentsWhy has OnlyFans suddenly taken over our TV screens?

From Euphoria to Margo’s Got Money Troubles and Aussie reality TV, OnlyFans has never been more popular on our screens. But for most creators, the numbers tell a very different story.

Jade Jurewicz

The singer Olivia Rodrigo, in the New York Times studio on May 14, 2026.

music Olivia Rodrigo tried writing love songs. Then life got messy

Now on the other side of her first “big-girl relationship”, the star’s third album, You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love, assesses an ultimately doomed relationship from beginning to break-up in detail

Jon Caramanica and Joe Coscarelli

Harry Styles has kicked off a record-breaking run at London's Wembley Stadium. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentHarry Styles kicks off Wembley run with Hockney tribute

Late British artist David Hockney's painting of singer Harry Styles hangs in London's National Portrait Gallery.

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Rupert Murdoch and Jerry Hall divorced in 2022 after six years of marriage. (EPA PHOTO)

Celebrity GossipPremiumJerry Hall hasn't seen Rupert Murdoch since divorce

Jerry Hall is on good terms with first husband Mick Jagger but hasn't seen her second, Rupert Murdoch, since they divorced in 2022.

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The blockbuster Michael Jackson film Michael has become the highest grossing musical biopic. (EPA PHOTO)

MoviesPremiumMichael Jackson biopic moonwalks to box office record

Michael is the highest-grossing music biopic of all time, beating a record previously set by Bohemian Rhapsody.

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Casting calls are more common on social media than ever before. NewsWire / Christian Gilles

ENTERTAINMENTNew Aussie side hustle paying up to $10k

The cost of living crisis has continued to pinch the pockets of everyday Australians, but there’s a side hustle hundreds are adopting to earn a bit of extra cash.

Alexandra Feiam

(L-R): Smarty Pants, Atlas, Snappy, Bullseye, and Jessie in Disney and Pixar's TOY STORY 5. Photo courtesy of Pixar. © 2026 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.

Play timeThe gang’s all here

With $4.67 billion in the bank and Andrew Stanton at the helm, Toy Story 5 arrives as the year’s most eagerly awaited family film.

Ben O’Shea

From left: Romeo, Harper, David and Victoria Beckham, and Cruz pose with Sir David’s new star .

CelebrityVideoCommentsDavid Beckham snaps as Brooklyn’s a no-show on his big day

The ongoing Beckham family drama has boiled to the surface once again, this time as Sir David Beckham was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 

Peta Rasdien

The King's Birthday Honours have recognised Dame Helen Mirren for her services to drama. (EPA PHOTO)

EntertainmentCompanion: King's Birthday Honour for Dame Helen Mirren

Helen Mirren has been given a gong in the King's Birthday Honours in Britain, with a Companion of Honour to add to her damehood.

Lauren Del Fabbro

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The Almighty Sometimes playwright Kendall Feaver.

TheatrePremiumSearching for self in mental illness story

Contemporary Australian playwright Kendall Feaver’s debut play The Almighty Sometimes is heading to the Subiaco Arts Centre stage with Black Swan State Theatre Company.

Tanya MacNaughton

Escape To The Chateau is back on Nine.

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What’s worth watching on TV this week

This week we’re returning to Chateau de la Motte Husson, scratching our heads at Sugar, dusting off our pompoms for a spot of cheerleading and peeping the latest Harlen Coben adaptation.

Clare Rigden

The art and political worlds have paid tribute to renowned artist David Hockney, who died at 88. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentDavid Hockney hailed as 'revolutionary of British art'

British painter David Hockney is being celebrated as an "endlessly inventive artist" with "a unique vision of the world" following his death at 88.

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7NEWS Perth has cemented its unrivalled position as the place West Australians turn to for news, with a remarkable increase to its loyal viewership. Pictured: Tim McMillan and Angela Tsun.

Entertainment7NEWS Perth leading the way with massive viewer increase

7NEWS Perth has cemented its unrivalled position as the place West Australians turn to for news, with a remarkable increase to its loyal viewership. 

David Hockney remained unpretentious despite his success, insisting "I am actually still a student". (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentDavid Hockney: from sun seeker to beacon of modern art

David Hockney left England in search of California colour, and his bright touch made him one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th and 21st centuries.

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David Hockney's inspiration ranged from sunny California to the green of Yorkshire and France. (EPA PHOTO)

EntertainmentDavid Hockney, star of 20th-century art, dies at age 88

David Hockney, one of the most celebrated and influential British artists of modern times, has died aged 88.

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Carrie Bickmore is making a radio comeback after suffering issues with he voice.

EntertainmentCommentsMajor update after Carrie Bickmore forced off-air

The popular radio host has been struggling with a health issue.

Peta Rasdien

Hugh Jackman will reportedly lead the cast of Sir Ridley Scott's planned take on Treasure Island. (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentJackman setting sail for Ridley Scott's Treasure Island

Aussie superstar Hugh Jackman will play Long John Silver in a new adaptation of Treasure Island directed by Sir Ridley Scott.

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Ariana Grande says the Trump administration using her music in their videos is "heinous". (AP PHOTO)

EntertainmentStop using my music, Ariana Grande tells White House

A source close to pop star Ariana Grande says her team is looking into how to remove her music from a video posted by the White House.

Jasper Ward