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Here's everything you need to know about today's AACTA Awards

It's been billed as Australia's answer to the Golden Globes — or even the Oscars, depending on who you ask — and the stars are gathering for the ceremony on the Gold Coast.
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The Oscars will (finally) start awarding Best Casting, so here are five films that should have won

The Oscars have added a new category for the first time in more than two decades, with casting set to be honoured alongside acting, writing and directing. Here are five films we wish were honoured at the time.
Meryl, as Miranda, sits at her desk and looked pointedly down her nose in a judgmental way, with her hand on her hip

'I had nothing left in the tank': How border collie Ash Barky helped propel a new mum onto 'beautiful things'

Cilla Pershouse admits she "lost her sense of self" after the birth of her third child, but help came in the unexpected form of a new colleague at her farm - a border collie puppy named Ash Barky.
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Dance roles not gender roles: How Dance Life star Archer is forging her own career path

One of the stars of Prime Video's docuseries Dance Life is non-binary dancer Archer, who is creating her own space in the gendered world of dance.
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Crew member dies on Marvel's upcoming Wonder Man set

The 41-year-old rigger fell from a catwalk onto a studio stage on Tuesday. 
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Grammys emerge from flop era as viewership jumps 34 per cent

The Grammys hit a high note this year, drawing an audience of nearly 17 million viewers as the three-hour ceremony focused on celebrating some of the most successful women in the industry.
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ICYMI: Bridgerton is back, Ayo Edebiri slays SNL, Sophie-Ellis Bextor announces Aus tour, plus loads more

All the entertainment and pop culture news you might've missed, from Daft Punk's potential return to True Detective drama and more.
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Hard Quiz: You better believe I'm here to judge you. Let's play HARD!

So, you think you're good at quizzes but don't have the guts to front up to my actual TV show? Well, try this then.
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'I just saw him as an idiot': Barnaby Joyce on the moment Malcolm Turnbull denounced his affair

The former merchant banker and bush accountant enjoyed an unlikely but successful political partnership. That all changed when Malcolm Turnbull strode into his courtyard and denounced Barnaby Joyce in front of the nation over his affair with a staffer, Vikki Campion.
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The women breaking barriers and pioneering sports commentary in Fiji

Adi Lewanavanua and Eleina McDonald are amongst a growing group of female sports commentators in Fiji, embracing the opportunity to break into the male-dominated industry.
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New Mr & Mrs Smith TV series creates another deadly combination

The original Mr & Mrs Smith starring Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt led to some legendary popular culture moments. Now, a TV series starring Donald Glover and Maya Erskine provides a new take on the 2005 film. And they couldn't be more different.
Donald Glover and Maya Erskine sitting on a park bench smiling, one holding a drink, both in character as Mr & Mrs Smith

Elmo asked social media users how they were doing. The responses were overwhelming

The Sesame Street character says it's important for people to check in on their mates after being inundated with messages of despair. 
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Why 11 seasons in, MAFS is so far from being cancelled

Almost 2.5 million viewers tuned in for the season 11 debut of Married at First Sight — and for those not watching other stations, reality TV was still a popular choice. 
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Sofía Vergara transforms herself in ‘Griselda’

Modern Family star Sofía Vergara stars in new Netflix series 'Griselda'
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Don't let their size fool you, dachshunds love being muster dogs

Muster Dogs is back and Bluey's a viewing staple in many Australian homes, so it's no surprise some breeders have noticed an increasing demand for working dogs. But there are a few points to consider before deciding if a working dog is right for you.
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Weeks after tearing down his government, Turnbull did a welfare check on Abbott. Here's how it went down

Dozens of former colleagues have spoken candidly to the ABC political docuseries Nemesis about the destructive rivalry between Liberal giants Tony Abbott and Malcolm Turnbull.
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Malcolm Turnbull and Tony Abbott.

Dispirited by the Hollywood writers' strike, this American screenwriter found solace in WA's outback

Exhausted by the prolonged strike, Emmy-nominated writer Azie Dungey travelled halfway across the globe to pursue another passion.
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Elvis has never left the building. Here are the 10 best depictions of the king

Larger-than-life singer Elvis Presley offers storytellers plenty to play with. Here are our favourite portrayals of the king across the years, from small cameos to award-winning performances.
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Fancy yourself a trivia guru? Let's see about that

Ah, welcome. Let me guess, you're one of those know-it-alls, who would reign supreme and hold the mug aloft if you made it onto Hard Quiz. Well, prove it.
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Nicole Kidman's swanky Hong Kong lifestyle comes to a tragic halt in new drama Expats

Expats may tell the story of three American women living in Hong Kong, but its true magic comes from telling the stories of the city's local community.
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Former WWE employee files sex abuse lawsuit against the company and Vince McMahon

A former WWE employee has filed a federal lawsuit accusing executive Vince McMahon and another former executive of serious sexual misconduct, including offering her to a star wrestler for sex.
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Sofia Vergara is unrecognisable as the 'Queen of Cocaine' in Netflix miniseries Griselda

The real-life son of the late cartel boss filed a lawsuit against Netflix last week over the upcoming miniseries about his mother's life.
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No Oscar for Margot? We unpacked the (many) snubs and surprises from this year's nominations

Barbie's Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig miss out on key Oscar nominations, while Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer picks up 13 nods. Here's the full list.
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ICYMI: Jacob Elordi is very tall on SNL, the most hyped films from Sundance, and Pitchfork gutted

From the Minecraft movie to a juicy Brent Street reality show, here's all the latest entertainment news.
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Beverly Hills, 90210 actor David Gail dies aged 58

David Gail, who was best known for playing the fiance of Shannen Doherty's character in Beverly Hills, 90210, is being remembered as "a gift" after his death at 58.
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