Tag: Television
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Shirtless Robert Irwin ‘sorry’ about wild dance
Robert Irwin has apologised to his mother for ripping his shirt off on Dancing With The Stars. The 21-year-old star, whose parents are Terri Irwin and late Crocodile Hunter legend Steve Irwin, sent pulses racing when he flashed his six-pack on the dance competition, but now he has admitted Terri and his sister Bindi were…
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Born to dance: Robert Irwin’s show-stealing DWTS debut
Wearing khaki pants and shirt, the 21-year-old wildlife warrior and son of the late Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin began his routine with pro dance partner Witney Carson by leaping from the bonnet of a Land Rover as the sound of laughing kookaburras filled the air and an image of Uluru provided the backdrop. The pair…
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Severance, The Penguin lead Emmy nominations
Psychological thriller Severance and crime drama The Penguin have stacked up the most nominations for television’s Emmy Awards, outpacing strong showings for The Studio and The White Lotus. Apple TV+’s Severance received a leading 27 nominations and was nominated for the top prize of best drama alongside shows such as Andor, The Pitt and The White…
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Demise of The Project points to troubling trend for free TV
The reason for Network Ten’s axing of long-running current affairs program The Project points to a troubling outlook for many shows on free-to-air television. After weeks of rumours, Ten confirmed on Monday that it will wind up production on The Project this month at the cost of almost 100 jobs. It will be replaced by…
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ABC reportedly set to axe Q+A after 17 years on air
Long-running ABC current affairs program Q+A is reportedly set to be axed after 17 years on television. The panel show, which first aired in 2008, will be dropped by the national broadcaster ahead of its scheduled return to screens in August, according to multiple media reports citing unnamed ABC sources. The decision comes in the…
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May streaming guide: Mob families, mind control and a Star Wars gem
It’s May! Where did the year go? It must be all the amazing TV we’re watching that’s making the time whiz by. This month’s lineup of expert picks is packed with standout shows across all genres. Whether you’re in the mood for laugh-out-loud comedies, powerful historical fiction, or sci-fi that will leave your brain rattling…
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These are the ‘real’ Indigenous election issues
This weekend, 120,000 voters, including Indigenous Australians, across Cape York, the Torres Strait Islands and Cairns will vote on who will replace long serving Federal MP Warren Entsch. The former farmer and crocodile hunter has held the seat of Leichhardt for the LNP for 26 of the last 29 years. Leichhardt is Australia’s only seat…
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Adolescence, misogyny and the power of television
Rarely does a television series stop you in your tracks, through the heartbreaking power of its content and the creative process employed in its making. Such is the Netflix series from the UK titled Adolescence. The series has rocketed to success around the world, stimulated discussion among UK parliamentarians, and prompted conversations globally about the…
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Bad news for Binge as Max reveals content and pricing for Australian launch
Major US streaming platform Max has released details of its impending Australian launch in what appears to be bad news for Foxtel-owned Binge. Max, owned by Hollywood giant Warner Bros Discovery, has the rights to a host of popular shows and movies from HBO, Warner Bros, the DC Universe, Discovery, Cartoon Network, TCM and HGTV…
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Nostalgic TV to binge-watch this summer
During the COVID pandemic, The Office US reigned supreme as the most streamed show with 57 billion minutes in watch time. It’s clear many used the show as a way to find comfort in a bad situation – with a comedy that reflects the mundane office life as a colourful and eventful place. There is…