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ANU buys Israeli arms shares despite ethical pledge

The Australian National University faces backlash after investing in Israeli weapons manufacturer Elbit Systems, directly contradicting its public commitment to divest from controversial arms companies.

Diane Ladd: Hollywood's Subtle Star Power

Celebrating the remarkable career of Diane Ladd, whose sharp and subtle supporting roles illuminated cinema for decades while championing authenticity in Hollywood.

Australia's Free Solar Power Scheme to Cut Household Bills

Groundbreaking government initiative will provide free solar installations to thousands of Australian homes, offering significant relief from soaring electricity costs while accelerating the nation's renewable energy transition.

Liberal MPs fear city voter exodus over climate policy

Exclusive: Conservative MPs fear electoral wipeout in urban seats as internal polling shows voters deserting the party over its net zero stance. Party divisions deepen as moderates push for climate policy U-turn.

Quiz Champion Studied 17 Hours Daily for Record Win

Discover how 24-year-old Emilien from France rewrote gameshow history with his extraordinary 17-hour daily study routine, winning over £270,000 and setting unprecedented records on European television.

Half Yours Wins Dramatic Melbourne Cup 2025

Jockey Jamie Melham guides Half Yours to stunning Melbourne Cup triumph in one of the closest finishes in the race's legendary history. The six-year-old gelding defied expectations in Australia's most prestigious horse racing event.

BBC's 'Kingdom' Revolutionises Nature Filmmaking

Discover how the BBC's ambitious new natural history series 'Kingdom' is transforming wildlife documentary-making with revolutionary filming methods that reveal animal behaviour like never before.

Natural History Museum London: An Unforgettable Journey

Discover the breathtaking wonders of London's Natural History Museum - from the iconic blue whale skeleton to dinosaur fossils and geological marvels that will transport you through millions of years of Earth's history.

The Most Heart-Pounding TV Episodes Ever Made

From shocking deaths to brutal battles, discover the television episodes that left audiences breathless and emotionally drained in this definitive ranking of TV's most intense moments.

McCartney: Felt 'Dead' After Beatles Split

Music legend Sir Paul McCartney opens up about the profound emotional devastation he experienced following The Beatles' breakup, describing feeling 'dead inside' as the iconic band dissolved.

Rent Payments Now Count Toward Your Credit Score

In a major credit scoring overhaul, Experian will now include rental payment history, helping millions of UK renters build creditworthiness and access better financial products.

Peter Watkins: Cinema's Revolutionary Voice

Discover how Peter Watkins' groundbreaking films Culloden and Punishment Park challenged conventional filmmaking and created cinematic revolutions that still resonate today.

150-Year-Old Beer Time Capsule to Be Opened

A remarkable piece of brewing history is about to be uncorked as a beer bottle preserved since 1875 prepares to meet the modern air after a century and a half in waiting.

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