Long before he became the first President of the United States and the man forever remembered as the “Father of His Country”, George Washington was an ambitious young officer thrust into a brutal and uncertain world where every decision carried life-or-death consequences.
Screen Australia and YouTube Australia have announced five new projects that will share in up to $650,000 as part of the eleventh instalment of the Skip Ahead initiative. First launched in 2014, Skip Ahead is the ground-breaking program from Screen Australia in partnership with YouTube Australia. Open to documentary and scripted narrative Australian YouTube creators,…
Behind an unassuming factory facade in Thornbury sits one of Australia’s great living archives of music, art and popular culture. Rock Posters is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026, marking four decades of printing and installing the street posters that have announced Melbourne’s concerts, festivals, exhibitions, films, theatre productions, political campaigns and defining cultural moments.…
PepsiCo has announced the U.S. launch of Alvalle gazpacho, a ready-to-eat refrigerated soup made with vegetables and extra-virgin olive oil. The introduction marks a continued step in the company’s expansion into fresh, meal-adjacent foods and the growing chilled category. Alvalle arrives as consumers increasingly seek simple, recognizable ingredients paired with convenience. Positioned in the refrigerated…
The United Kingdom Competition and Markets Authority has today formally cleared the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (NASDAQ: WBD) (“WBD”) by Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) (“Paramount”), representing an important milestone in completing the transaction. Paramount is grateful to the CMA for its constructive engagement and its review of the transaction. Separately, Paramount has…
North Sydney Olympic Pool has officially reopened in its 90th anniversary year, with local swimmers among the first back in the water. Community members, special guests and dignitaries gathered beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge for an official Opening Ceremony celebrating the Pool’s return following its extensive restoration and redevelopment. The ceremony featured a Smoking Ceremony…
As part of the inaugural Coles Community Food Relief Appeal, for the first time, Coles will donate the equivalent of 1,000 meals for every goal scored across Round 22 of the Toyota AFL Premiership Season, which continues tonight, to support Australians experiencing food hardship. The Round 22 initiative is a first for Coles and supports…
Monash‑led research has revealed that one in ten butterfly species globally has shifted its distribution range, with climate change and extreme weather driving nearly 80 per cent of documented movements. The study, the largest of its kind, analysed 6,182 range‑shift records for 1,758 species across 105 countries, drawing on English and non‑English scientific literature as…
Four runners are taking on a 6,000 kilometre run from Cape York to Wilsons Promontory, aiming for a world record and a $1 million fundraising target for Destiny Rescue. Destiny Rescue is a non-profit organisation with a mission to rescue children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation and equip them to stay free. Griffin Hughes,…
Segway, a global leader in the micromobility and LEV space, today opens pre-orders on the new MAX G3 Plus electric scooter, a refined upgrade of its flagship MAX G3. Customers can pre-order today at store.Segway.com in the U.S. for a limited-time discount price of $1,149.99 ($350 off $1,499.99 MSRP). Built for riders ready to take…
Minute Maid Spiked® is debuting the newest addition to its ready-to-drink alcohol lineup with Vodka Lemonade Iced Tea. Expanding the Minute Maid Spiked® line with this “no duh” addition, the Vodka Lemonade Iced Tea hits shelves this summer. Created with easy drinking in mind, this new offering blends vodka with the taste of bright lemonade…
Hard Rock Cafe and Coca Cola today launched Hard Rock Rising. The music competition spans 34 countries and 64 Hard Rock Cafes, giving emerging artists a career launching stage. For more than five decades, breakthrough artists and legends have taken the stage at Hard Rock Cafes. Coca Cola has built a global platform for musicians…
Energizer, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and distributors of batteries, has announced the launch of its new Energizer® Ultimate Child Shield™ coin lithium batteries (sizes 2032, 2025 and 2016).This breakthrough technology introduces the world’s only coin lithium battery that prevents ingestion burns if swallowed. As coin lithium batteries power more everyday devices – from…
The red carpet is rolled out, the lights are dimmed and Melbourne’s biggest celebration of film begins tonight as the 74th Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) officially opens. Audiences will gather at Hoyts Melbourne Central for the International Premiere of Wicker, launching 18 days of world-class cinema, international guests, special events and more than 300…
Cost of living pressures are taking a toll on Australians’ diets, with more than 1 in 3 (35%) Australians surveyed buying less meat or protein, new research from global nutrition and food tracking app MyFitnessPal reveals. The survey of 1,011 Australians revealed that even among those confident in their protein intake, around 3 in 4…
North Sydney Oval is set to introduce reusable cups as part of a 12-month agreement to reduce single-use plastic waste at the venue. The program, delivered in partnership with WOSUP (War On Single Use Plastic), will replace plastic cups used to serve draught beer, wine and spirits at the venue with reusable cups that can…
A new survey of more than 1,300 respondents has found 84% find it harder to speak kindly or positively about their own body or appearance than someone else’s, highlighting how normalised negative body talk can become in everyday life. Experts are sounding the alarm that this likely reflects poor body image, which can have serious…
Heineken®—the internationally renowned brand built on creating a more refreshing social life — is bringing a completely new approach to fan connection this summer. Whether it be music, movies, or sport — only the biggest fans keep their old tickets as mementos. Now, Heineken is bringing 23-time Grand Slam champion and Heineken 0.0 Global Ambassador…
Wendy’s® is bringing back the fan-favorite Pretzel Bacon Pub Cheeseburger after consumers voted for its return in the ‘Bring it Back‘ bracket earlier this year. Beginning today, the beloved sandwich returns to restaurants nationwide alongside two Pretzel Bacon Pub menu items and the all-new Apple Crumble Frosty Fusion®, giving Wendy’s customers even more reasons to…