Bill Oddie: the comedy legend tragically undervalued by the BBC
The beloved star of The Goodies went on to become TV’s most famous birdwatcher. But behind these triumphs were pain, frustration and mental health issues that led him to leave…
Sophie, Standing There by Meg Mason review – a witty story of infatuation set in the literary world
A sad, heartbroken woman becomes obsessed with a famous writer in a continuously humorous and touching story from the Sorrow and Bliss author The protagonist of Meg Mason’s new book,…
Screamers welcome: Chicago scream club lets people ‘give in and let go’
Chicagoans come together for cathartic and communal screaming experience as activity gains traction across US People strolling along North Avenue Beach, a sandy strip on Lake Michigan, in the Lincoln…
So how do you get access to the Qantas chairman’s lounge? Alan Joyce has some tips
In his memoir, the former Qantas chief executive denies using the lounge as a tool to influence politicians Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking…
Meta disregarded its own research on teen harm, Tennessee lawyers tell jury
In opening statements, state argued Meta’s own research showed it harmed teens while firm’s attorneys pointed to transparency The long-awaited trial between the social media company Meta and the state…
Mollie O’Callaghan outgunned as Australia extends Glasgow swimming gold rush
Meg Harris new 100m freestyle champion as Alex Perkins lifts 100m butterfly crown Jenna Forrester adds 400m individual medley title to her 200m backstroke gold Mollie O’Callaghan has been sensationally…
‘I would be ashamed to have written any part of this’: Odyssey translator Emily Wilson attacks Nolan blockbuster
Wilson, whose work on Homer’s epic was praised by Nolan, said his film was grandiose and superficial with ‘nothing convincing to say’ • Peter Bradshaw reviews The Odyssey• ‘At times…
Potential for first Australian oil refinery in 60 years as treasurer braces for inflation from Middle East war
Commonwealth and Western Australia to fund study into construction of large-scale petrol refinery as buffer against fuel vulnerability Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking…
Pauline Hanson and Malcolm Roberts deride family law system, calling DV a ‘weapon’ and court a ‘slaughterhouse’
Exclusive: Resurfaced comments by the One Nation leader underline her criticism of paid family violence leave and domestic violence support groups Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates…
Trump warns of return to ‘strong military action’ if Iran diplomacy fails
Washington and Tehran issue conflicting messages over the status of talks to end Middle East crisis Donald Trump has once again warned that the US will return to “strong military…