ClubSocial: 2019-05-12

Acute Misfortune: a raw and honest portrait of artist Adam Cullen

It looks like a biopic, but defines itself in opposition to every trope – including sometimes, clarity.

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What your backyard birds are really telling you

A magpie would escalate its wake-up strategies to the point of sticking its beak up your nose and yanking at your nose hairs.

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Mozza, Shorto and the Tall Poppy Syndrome

Linguists have spent careers trying to analyse Aussie colloquialisms, and it isn't easy-peasy.

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Your weekend: our guide to what's on around Melbourne

Your weekend: The best in music, theatre, festivals, food. markets and much more.

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Iconic internet meme Grumpy Cat has died

The viral sensation who rose to fame for her iconic frowning face passed away on Tuesday.

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Keanu Reeves saves John Wick, and a directorial debut earns rave reviews

This masthead's reviewers look at a handful of movies released this week. So which ones are worth the cost of a ticket?

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'He'd wipe the floor with Scott Morrison': Max Gillies on Bob Hawke

Impersonator Max Gillies says Bob Hawke couldn't hide his emotions if he tried.

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Music reviews: Mac DeMarco, the Gloaming, Shostakovich, Alex Lahey and more

The Gloaming's 3, Jamila Woods' Legacy! Legacy!, Blick Bassy's 1958, Shostakovich's Under Stalin's Shadow, Mac DeMarco's Here Comes the Cowboy, Alex Lahey's The Best of Luck Club

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Bookmarks: Striking a murderous note at Glastonbury

Writers hoping for a musical killing, good nature writing, the struggle for second-hand bookshops, an Obama blip, and two big poetry jobs.

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Metropolis: A final farewell to Berlin, Bernie Gunther and Philip Kerr

Philip Kerr's last novel about his Nazi-era Berlin detective Bernie Gunther goes back to the beginning.

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Andy Kissane's generous poems welcome you in and demand little in return

The Tomb of the Unknown Artist is a refreshing antidote for those who prefer to swim in prose's calmer waters.

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Australia Day & On Identity: A conversation Stan Grant wants to start

In both these books Stan Grant wrestles with aspects of his identity.

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City of Trees: Sophie Cunningham's personal and environmental essays

Sophie Cunningham's essays are personal and environmental, entertaining and important.

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Turning Pages: Ian McEwan joins the Artificial Intelligence club

When it comes to robots, AI and science fiction, Ian McEwan is a late arrival.

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'Underland': Robert MacFarlane and the search for ecological hope

In 'Underland' Robert MacFarlane, a landscape romantic of the old stamp, confronts our dark materiality.

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Lanny review: Max Porter and the circus of a missing child

Max Porter's novel Lanny is an ambitious novel that reflects the unsettling times in Britain.

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Valeria Luiselli: The US knows it is lucrative to incarcerate children

Valeria Luiselli doesn't want her latest novel to be labelled a political one, yet it draws attention to a terrible problem at the US Mexican border.

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White Rabbit Gallery brings a vision of contemporary China to NGV

To coincide with the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition, a collection from closer to home brings its own unique insights.

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George Clooney's comic turn far from the only reason to catch Catch 22

This miniseries adaptation of Joseph Heller's famous novel balances the comedy and the horror of war to brilliant effect.

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Emotional Elton watches his life play before him at Cannes

The world premiere of Rocketman has been the biggest event at Cannes so far.

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Taiwan lawmakers set for historic vote on same-sex marriage

Taiwan's legislature is to vote on three same-sex marriage bills that could make the island the first place in Asia to allow legal partnerships between members of the same sex. The votes follow a...

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Thailand zoo puts lemur babies on display

The Songkhla Zoo on Wednesday revealed twin ring-tailed lemur babies born on April 25. Chalermwut Kasetsomboon, director of the zoo, said it was the first pair of lemurs born at the zoo. Their...

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Mother finds daughter hanged in front of house in Thailand

A woman was found hanging from a swinging bench in front of her house in Samut Sakhon's Muang district on Wednesday morning, police said. The body of Chutinan Chaowicharat, 31, was found by her...

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DJI Osmo Action camera poses threat to GoPro

The Chinese firm launches an action camera with built-in stabilisation and a front colour screen.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-48279408

WhatsApp hack: Is any app or computer truly secure?

How much trust should be put in apps and devices after the WhatsApp security breach?

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-48282092

US says it will not join Christchurch Call against online terror

The scheme aims to tackle terror content after the Christchurch attacks, but the US opts out.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-48288353

Big Bang Theory finally bows out

Fans say a [spoiler-free] goodbye to the US sitcom as its final episode airs in the US after 12 years.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-48307194

Health: Apps and technology could help 'patient power'

Apps and wearable technology are starting to help patients monitor their health and medicines.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-48228818

The doctor who invented 18 medical devices

Professionals are finding holes in the system and turning into entrepreneurs to fill gaps in the market.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-48132022

Sydney's endless autumn is curbing bushfire prevention

Sydney's burst of unusually balmy late-autumn weather is almost too good, with remarkably still air forcing fire authorities to curb prescribed burning activities to avoid cloaking the city's basin in smoke.

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Nadal and Djokovic progress in Rome, Federer bows out with injury

Novak Djokovic, Rafa Nadal and Johanna Konta progressed to the Italian Open semi-finals, but Roger Federer and Naomi Osaka were forced to withdraw with injury problems.

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Bedbugs have been sucking blood long before bats were around

New research upends previous findings, confirming that bedbugs originated at least 100 million years ago, when dinosaurs roamed Earth.

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Police arrest dozens, issue terror warnings ahead of Indonesia election result

Indonesia is deploying 32,000 security personnel in the capital Jakarta after warnings of a possible militant attack.

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'I'm still that kid who got signed by Roma': De Silva vows to live up to hype

On-loan Sydney FC midfielder Daniel De Silva is itching to prove he's still got the quality that saw him sign by the Italian giants as a teenager.

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Feuding with the Nadals: 'I'll try and clean up my act,' Kyrgios says with a wink

The war of words between Rafael Nadal's camp and Nick Kyrgios has continued, with the Spaniard's uncle and the maligned Australian now exchanging barbs.

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Clive Palmer volunteer fined for allegedly exposing himself at polling place

Police confirmed a 62-year-old man was fined for offensive conduct and moved on from the voting centre at Bankstown Public School.

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Hawke remade the mould of what male politicians could be

Bill Shorten could not have responded as he did to The Daily Telegraph's attack on his mother were it not for the example of Hawke before him.

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What to do if you see an Instagram post about suicide

A 16-year-old girl in Malaysia killed herself after she posted a poll on Instagram, police say.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-48281152

New on Sports Illustrated: Alexis Henríquez: "Vimos la mala fe del juez"

May 18, 2019 at 12:15PM
Alexis Henríquez: "Vimos la mala fe del juez"

New on Sports Illustrated: Raúl Zapag 'confirma' el primer refuerzo de Cerro Porteño

May 18, 2019 at 12:00PM
Raúl Zapag 'confirma' el primer refuerzo de Cerro Porteño

New on Sports Illustrated: El once de Barcelona para enfrentar a Técnico Universitario

May 18, 2019 at 12:00PM
El once de Barcelona para enfrentar a Técnico Universitario

New on Sports Illustrated: How Dodgers' Lefthander Hyun-Jin Ryu Became One of Baseball's Best Pitchers

Ryu has been among the best pitchers in baseball since the start of the 2018 season.
May 18, 2019 at 10:17AM
How Dodgers' Lefthander Hyun-Jin Ryu Became One of Baseball's Best Pitchers

New on Sports Illustrated: Former Oregon Star Keanon Lowe Stops An Armed Student at Local High School

Lowe tackled the armed student before he could harm anyone at Parkrose High School, where he now works as a security guard and coach.
May 18, 2019 at 09:27AM
Former Oregon Star Keanon Lowe Stops An Armed Student at Local High School

New on Sports Illustrated: Charles Barkley Pledges $45,000 For Malcolm Brogdon's East Africa Clean Water Charity

Barkley pledged $45,000 to Brogdon's charity after the Bucks took a 2–0 lead over the Raptors in the Eastern Conference finals.
May 18, 2019 at 09:27AM
Charles Barkley Pledges $45,000 For Malcolm Brogdon's East Africa Clean Water Charity

New on Sports Illustrated: Stanley Cup Final Schedule: Bruins vs. Sharks or Blues Dates, Times, Streaming Info

The Bruins will face the winner of the Sharks battle with the Blues in the Western Conference Final.
May 18, 2019 at 08:35AM
Stanley Cup Final Schedule: Bruins vs. Sharks or Blues Dates, Times, Streaming Info

New on Sports Illustrated: The Bucks' Depth Overwhelms Raptors in Game 2 Rout

The Bucks move one step closer to an NBA Finals appearance after earning a wire-to-wire victory over the Raptors to take a 2-0 series lead.
May 18, 2019 at 08:34AM
The Bucks' Depth Overwhelms Raptors in Game 2 Rout

New on Sports Illustrated: Five-Star Defensive End Myles Murphy Commits to Clemson

Murphy's commitment launched Clemson over LSU for the nation's No. 1 recruiting class.
May 18, 2019 at 07:04AM
Five-Star Defensive End Myles Murphy Commits to Clemson

New on Sports Illustrated: NBA Draft Stock Watch: Risers and Fallers From the Combine

Nic Claxton, Tremont Waters, Grant Williams and Tacko Fall all left different impressions on scouts during Day 2 of the NBA draft combine.
May 18, 2019 at 06:19AM
NBA Draft Stock Watch: Risers and Fallers From the Combine

Smart meters: Why they are driving some people mad

Energy customers are under pressure to install smart meters, but many just don't function properly.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-48266605

New on Sports Illustrated: Tiger Woods Missing the Cut Is No Longer the End of the World

Tiger Woods missed the cut after struggling at the 2019 PGA Championship, but he did leave Bethpage Black with something new.
May 18, 2019 at 06:17AM
Tiger Woods Missing the Cut Is No Longer the End of the World

Conjuring designs from thin air in a virtual world

How virtual reality tech is finally beginning to fulfil its potential for business.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-48199905

New on Sports Illustrated: Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden, Paul George Nominated as MVP Finalists

Giannis Antetokounmpo is the lone MVP finalist left in the playoffs, facing off against the Raptors in the Eastern Conference finals.
May 18, 2019 at 06:16AM
Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden, Paul George Nominated as MVP Finalists

New on Sports Illustrated: Brooks Koepka Is Running Away With the PGA Championship—and Making It Look Easy

Brooks Koepka hasn’t won the 2019 PGA Championship yet, but it’s hard to imagine he won’t. With a seven-stroke lead and no signs of letting up, the weekend feels like a formality.
May 18, 2019 at 05:52AM
Brooks Koepka Is Running Away With the PGA Championship—and Making It Look Easy

New on Sports Illustrated: PGA Championship Ticket Costs Plummet 46% After Tiger Woods Misses Cut

Woods shot a three-over 73 on Friday, finishing the PGA Championship at five-over.
May 18, 2019 at 05:14AM
PGA Championship Ticket Costs Plummet 46% After Tiger Woods Misses Cut

New on Sports Illustrated: Real Madrid vs Real Betis Preview: Where to Watch, Live Stream, Kick Off Time & Team News

May 18, 2019 at 04:00AM
Real Madrid vs Real Betis Preview: Where to Watch, Live Stream, Kick Off Time & Team News

New on Sports Illustrated: Zlatan Ibrahimovic Suspended Two Games After Grabbing NYCFC Goalkeeper's Throat

Ibrahimovic grabbed New York City FC goalkeeper Sean Johnson by the throat in a 2-0 loss on May 11.
May 18, 2019 at 03:53AM
Zlatan Ibrahimovic Suspended Two Games After Grabbing NYCFC Goalkeeper's Throat

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Lakers Keep Rob Pelinka as GM, Won't Hire President After Magic Johnson's Resignation

Pelinka will report directly to ownership after previously reporting to Johnson during the 2018-19 season.
May 18, 2019 at 03:23AM
Report: Lakers Keep Rob Pelinka as GM, Won't Hire President After Magic Johnson's Resignation

New on Sports Illustrated: Eibar vs Barcelona Preview: Where to Watch, Live Stream, Kick Off Time & Team News

May 18, 2019 at 03:15AM
Eibar vs Barcelona Preview: Where to Watch, Live Stream, Kick Off Time & Team News

New on Sports Illustrated: Borussia Monchengladbach vs Borussia Dortmund: Lucien Favre's Best Available BVB Lineup

May 18, 2019 at 03:00AM
Borussia Monchengladbach vs Borussia Dortmund: Lucien Favre's Best Available BVB Lineup

New on Sports Illustrated: Manchester City vs Watford: Javi Gracia's Best Available Hornets Lineup

May 18, 2019 at 02:45AM
Manchester City vs Watford: Javi Gracia's Best Available Hornets Lineup

'Uniquely hated': The world's most unpopular shares are starting to slide

At last, the bears get to say "I told you so."

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'No one wants to give in': Despite warning signs, investors worry about missing out on a rally

Need a reason to sell? There's plenty. Seduced by prospects for a big year, a lot of stock investors don't want to hear them.

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Wall Street falls as trade anxieties spike again

Wall Street has ended lower as continuing trade tensions pulled industrial and tech shares down,

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Left for dead, bitcoin is back - and no one seems to know why

After its colossal fall in 2018, many investors thought bitcoin was dead and buried. But now its back, and the hype machine that fed the frenzy has kicked back into gear.

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Tesla shares tumble as Musk promises 'hardcore' cost review, analyst sends Autopilot warning

Tesla shares recorded their lowest close in almost 2 1/2 years after Elon Musk called for a "hardcore" review of all the electric-car maker's expenses and an analyst warned of potentially severe fallout from a fatal crash involving Autopilot.

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Trump reaches trade breakthrough with neighbours, delays tariffs on cars

Bogged down in a sprawling trade dispute with US rival China, President Donald Trump took steps on Friday to ease tensions with America’s allies.

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Childcare, hotels, fitness: how footy codes are searching for a new meal ticket

The AFL and NRL have quietly established “investment committees” tasked with finding different, non-sporting revenue streams to bolster their accounts.

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The 'two strike' rulers playing and winning the shame game

Proxy advisers divide the business community but they're here to stay.

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The woman who has dived into the top ranks of the mining industry

As a child growing up in country WA Julie Shuttleworth loved science and rocks.Today that passion has helped lift her into the role of deputy CEO of Fortescue

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Restoring trust is an urgent challenge for next government

The global rift between voters and governments needs immediate attention.

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VGI's Rob Luciano takes aim at 'asinine', 'absurd' Australian fundies

One of the country's most influential money managers has warned many Australian fund managers risk going out of business

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How inherited prejudices can lurk in us all

How many of our irrational responses in the workplace have we inherited from our parents?

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Post online with care as you build your personal brand

What is personal branding and why is it important in the workplace?

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Hammer falls on Sydney Road hardware house

Family-run Brunswick institution Charalambous Hardware has ceded to the march of time.

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Cubes capture Monash Uni's biosciences building

Monash Uni's School of Biosciences at its Clayton Campus, built in the 1950s, had outgrown its footprint on the southeastern corner of the university campus.

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Safe-haven real estate trusts feel investor pressure

In times of uncertainty the A-REIT sector is attractive, as the underlying trusts offer stable recurring income from rents.

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Demand for fast delivery is transforming the logistics industry

Changing consumer expectations have fuelled interest in a set pool of industrial sites in key locations.

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Sports world on high alert as Foxtel fights for its future

It almost passed by unnoticed that one of the Murdoch family's key assets in this country has been desperately gasping for air.

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Boeing crashes eerily familiar for ex-Qantas captain who saved plane

The former US Navy Top Gun pilot has a stark warning about the pace of automation in aviation.

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Lunch with hedge fund manager Rob Luciano

Rob Luciano ventures out of the shadows to sunny Otto as his sometimes controversial VGI Partners prepares to list on the Australian Securities Exchange.

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Iron ore miners surge on record China steel production

Iron ore prices have marched higher again and pushed Rio Tinto shares through the landmark $100 level, after reports of low iron ore inventories in China

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ASX shrugs off escalating trade war tensions

Australian shares closed the week higher on Friday as the market recovered from a sell-off sparked by the escalating US-China trade war.

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BBC NEWS - Huawei: Which countries are blocking its 5G technology?

Huawei is facing opposition to its 5G expansion from the US - but which other countries allow it to operate?

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Joel Osteen's Son Praises God's Faithfulness at 60th Anniversary: 'What We've Seen Is Miraculous'

Lakewood Pastor Joel Osteen watched his son Jonathan become the third generation of Osteens to preach at the Houston-based mega church during the 60th anniversary of its founding Sunday.

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Taiwan Approves Same-Sex Marriage in First for Asia

Taiwan's legislature has passed a law allowing same-sex marriage in a first for Asia.

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'It's Only God': Genocide Survivor Shares How She Forgave Man Who Cut Her Baby in Half

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Rwandan Genocide. During that time of violence, at least 800,000 people were killed in just 100 days, mainly Tutsis at the hands of radical Hutus.

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Asia Bibi Survived Violent Islamic Mobs in Pakistan, Now a Muslim Man Wants to 'Slay the Blasphemer' in Canada

Asia Bibi, the Pakistani Christian who sought asylum in Canada, is reportedly facing a new threat.

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Police Execute Search Warrant at Catholic Diocese of Dallas

Investigators who were "thwarted" during earlier investigations of child sexual abuse by priests on Wednesday searched the offices of the Catholic Diocese of Dallas to obtain evidence of sexual misconduct, according to a police commander and police records.

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Multi-Millionaire Who Hated God Gets Radically Saved, Now Helping Christians Level Up in Business and Christ

Michael McIntyre reached success most people only dream of achieving. A private jet. Multiple assistants. Tens of millions in revenue. Everything changed, however, when his little daughter became ill.

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'No Apologies for Pushing America': Why Trump's Ambassador Is Facing German Backlash

It's no exaggeration to say that the German establishment and media cannot stand Donald Trump. And that means they don't like Trump's ambassador to Germany, Richard Grenell, either.

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Australia's Political Candidates Grant Eternal Absolution for Gays after Christian Rugby Player Punished for His Faith

Leaders of Australia's major political parties announced today that gay people don't go to hell for their sexual orientation. Here's what sparked the debate.

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Mel Gibson’s ‘Rothchild’ Movie? There Are More Bizarre Films for Sale at Cannes

By FARAH NAYERI from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/17/movies/cannes-marketplace-marche-du-film.html?partner=IFTTT
The Cannes Film Festival is also a marketplace where merchants flaunt movies that haven’t been made yet, in the hope of drawing media attention and buyers.

Watch Elton John and Taron Egerton Launch ‘Rocketman’ With Cannes Duet

By KYLE BUCHANAN from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/17/movies/cannes-film-festival-elton-john-rocketman.html?partner=IFTTT
The “Kingsman” actor was by John’s side at the Cannes premiere of the musical biopic, then joined the singer onstage for a number.

A Dog’s Box-Office Journey

By GREGORY WAKEMAN from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/17/movies/a-dogs-box-office-journey.html?partner=IFTTT
With “A Dog’s Journey” and “John Wick: Chapter 3” in theaters, we look at how well canine stars contribute to ticket sales.

Indonesia police arrest 'People Power' rally instigator for alleged treason

Police in Jakarta have arrested a member of the Prabowo Subianto-Sandiaga Uno campaign team, and have named him as a suspect of allegedly instigating a rally linked to the Prabowo camp's efforts to...

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Burning Sun scandal probe ends with no charges

Police said Wednesday that they are set to refer a senior police officer to the prosecution on charges of abuse of power for allegedly pulling strings for Burning Sun, the nightclub owned by former...

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Prabowo unlikely to bring Indonesian polls dispute to Constitutional Court, his camp says

JAKARTA - A team member from the camp of Indonesian presidential challenger Prabowo Subianto, Mr Fadli Zon, has said that his team was unlikely to bring the dispute over the election results to...

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Sri Lanka says hardline Buddhist groups likely to blame for anti-Muslim attacks

Sri Lanka said on Wednesday (May 15) that hardline Buddhist groups were likely to blame for a wave of anti-Muslim riots that swept the island this week in apparent retaliation for Easter bombings by...

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'Extreme drought' in North Korea: KCNA

North Korea's average rain and snowfall this year fell to the lowest level in 37 years, Pyongyang's state media said on Wednesday (May 15), just days after the UN expressed "grave concerns" about...

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Another day at the office: Sherpa completes record 23rd Everest climb

For the hardy few, climbing Everest is a bucket-list feat of endurance, danger and wonder. But Kami Rita Sherpa's 23rd record summit of the world's highest peak on Wednesday was just another day at...

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One in five Indonesians don't believe human activity causes climate change

A survey has revealed that 18 per cent of Indonesians do not believe human activity causes climate change, while another 6 per cent believe that the climate is not changing at all. Indonesia has...

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Former Cat Thurlow spreading his wings as a Swan

Jackson Thurlow is showing signs he can become the latest player to come from another club and have an impact in Sydney.

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A 'genius' who made Australians richer: Hawke's economic legacy

Economists say Bob Hawke led a government whose reforms are still paying dividends today.

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O'Brien experience helps Smith with smart imports

Matthew Smith has used some knowledge gained working with Aidan O'Brien to ready Grey Lion and Fierce Impact for black-type assignments.

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Muscat set to quit Victory after Hiroshima game

Melbourne Victory's decorated head coach Kevin Muscat is set to quit the club after the ACL match against Sanfrecce Hiroshima next week.

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Pedlars of new age cures are 'preying' on mentally ill, doctors warn

Doctors fear people with mental illnesses are increasingly turning to alternative treatments and medications and could be putting their health at serious risk.

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Prince Harry accepts 'substantial' damages, apology for intrusive images

Prince Harry has settled a privacy lawsuit against the Splash news agency. It hovered over his home in a helicopter and took photos directly into his quarters.

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The gigantic Aussie dinosaur discovered to have walked in 'high-heels'

Queensland researchers have determined a massive Australian dinosaur likely walked in a set of natural "high-heels".

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Hawke's support for Indigenous rights led to his removal, PM believed

Despite championing Indigenous rights during his leadership, this was one issue Robert Hawke was unable to resolve.

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Smile ... and it's time in the grin bin

Losers can please themselves, but they'd better not smile.

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Bookies are the best bet when looking for the election winner

Saturday’s Election Race, with the Clive Palmer influence,is more The Everest than a classic or major handicap like the Doncaster.

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Love wins: In first for Asia, Taiwan says yes to same-sex marriage

The bill, which offers same-sex couples similar legal protections for marriage as heterosexuals, passed 66 to 27.

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From the Archives, 1999: Up to six bodies found in barrels in Snowtown

20 years ago police made a grisly discovery in Snowtown, South Australia. Multiple bodies, stored in 44 gallon barrels, were found in an abandoned state building.

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Make-or-break state: Victoria the key to triumph on Saturday

The hopes of both Bill Shorten and Scott Morrison lie in the hands of Victorian voters

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Woman ambushed at QUT campus, forced to give violent carjackers a lift

Police want to speak with two women regarding the incident.

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TAB takes a punt on Santa Ana Lane for Everest slot

The TAB have beaten a half-dozen Everest slot-holders to secure the world’s highest-rated sprinter Santa Ana Lane to run for it in October’s $14 million showcase at Randwick.

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Jail for Japanese man who stole $150k from boss, blew it all at Crown

Visitor who stole briefcase full of cash from sleeping boss then gambled it all away at Crown Casino in 'panic-driven, opportunistic crime' gets eight months.

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Blue sky outlook: full-strength Sydney FC set sights on glory

Sydney FC are keen to mark what is likely to be the end of an era for the club with a win in Sunday's A-League grand final against Perth Glory.

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Federal Court upholds de Belin's NRL ban

The Federal Court has handed down its decision in Jack de Belin's legal challenge to the NRL's no-fault stand-down policy.

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Detectives go west to chase leads in 80s rape, abduction cases

Detectives have traveled to Western Australia weeks after linking the two cases in which young women were snatched off the street and sexually assaulted.

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Old enemy Santalab dying to spoil Sydney's plans one last time

Brendon Santalab will retire after Sunday's A-League grand final, and there'd be no fitting way for him to go out than by tormenting Sydney FC.

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From the Archives, 1983: Judge bars woman lawyer for wearing pants

In May 1983, a Family Court judge refused to allow Marilyn Head, a female lawyer, to represent her client because she was wearing trousers.

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Globetrotting architect who reinvigorated the Louvre, I M Pei, dies at 102

Pei was one of the few architects who were equally attractive to real estate developers, corporate chiefs and art museum boards.

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Boyd can walk away with his head held high

Bulldog hero Tom Boyd's career reads a bit like a script from an old Batman cartoon. Bam! Pow! Smash!

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Hawke highlights reel: From champion skoller to floating the dollar

Bob Hawke will be remembered for many things. Here are some of the most meaningful changes he made - and some of the more quirky ones too.

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Android 9 Go Edition makes the Nokia 1 Plus a solid sub-$200 phone

For $169, the Nokia 1 Plus gets you the look and a lot of the functionality of a new mid-range phone, but at a much lower price.

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These seven trends will be everywhere this summer

After five days, more than 25 shows and a few dramas, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is over for another year. Fashion editor Melissa Singer wraps up the key trends.

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From the Archives, 1998: The bliss of being Bob and Blanche... and how it all began

Bob Hawke and Blanche d'Alpuge declared their love to the world in a flurry of white towelling robes and married in a storm of media attention. They spoke to Good Weekend in 1998 about sex, scandal, and what they did for love.

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ANZ pulls plug on key advice service as Hayne fallout continues

ANZ will stop offering its flagship financial advice service, as it grapples with the fallout from the fees-for-no-service scandal and the commission's ferocious scrutiny.

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Bob Hawke, my mentor, was a nation builder and our greatest PM

Hawke taught Labor it wasn't enough to win office and shake up the world in a flourish; we had to win election after election to set our reforms in concrete.

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PAST TENSE by Lee Child

Jack Reacher explores the New England town where his father was born and a Canadian couple now find themselves stranded.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Kaapo Kakko Lifts Finland Over Denmark, Anthony Mantha Carries Canada Past France

Kaapo Kakko had a goal and an assist in Finland's 3–1 win over Denmark, while Anthony Mantha scored twice in Canada's 5–2 victory over France.
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New on Sports Illustrated: USA vs. New Zealand Live Stream, TV Channel: How to Watch USWNT Friendly

How to watch the U.S. women's national team vs. New Zealand in a pre-Women's World Cup friendly on Thursday, May 16.
May 17, 2019 at 03:39AM
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New on Sports Illustrated: The Spectacle of John Daly Overshadows the Truth About John Daly

The truth about John Daly is a lot less fun than his loud pants and rogue golf cart.
May 17, 2019 at 03:29AM
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New on Sports Illustrated: Tiger Woods Is Back ... to Grinding Out Pars at Majors

After dazzling us at Augusta, Tiger’s opening round at Bethpage Black was a sobering reminder of just how difficult golf can be.
May 17, 2019 at 02:37AM
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New on Sports Illustrated: Chelsea Confirms Loftus-Cheek Tore Achilles in Friendly vs. Revolution

Chelsea's pre-Europa League final trip to the USA was a costly one.
May 17, 2019 at 02:30AM
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New on Sports Illustrated: 6 Goalkeepers We'd Love to See Play Up Front in Honour of David James' Historic Showing OTD

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New on Sports Illustrated: Trail Blazers vs. Warriors Game 2 Live Stream, TV Channel: Watch Western Conference Finals

How to watch the Trail Blazers vs. Warriors in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals on Thursday, May 16.
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New on Sports Illustrated: It’s Time to Believe Him: Brooks Koepka Is the Best Player in the World

If Brooks Koepka has any critics left, he silenced them with a Bethpage Black-record 63 in the first round of the 2019 PGA Championship.
May 17, 2019 at 02:16AM
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New on Sports Illustrated: How the Cardinals Will Navigate Patrick Peterson’s Six-Game Suspension

Arizona will look to Robert Alford to step up in Patrick Peterson’s absence, as he serves his suspension at the start of the 2019 season.
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New on Sports Illustrated: Leicester City 2018/19 Review: End of Season Report Card for the Foxes

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New on Sports Illustrated: Ted Ginn Jr. Believes He's The Fastest WR in the NFL, Challenges Anyone to Race for $10,000

Ginn Jr. believes he's the fastest receiver in the league.
May 17, 2019 at 01:43AM
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New on Sports Illustrated: FanDuel Refunds Blues Bettors After Missed Hand Pass Non-Call

The Sharks took a 2–1 series lead in the Western Conference finals with an overtime goal on Wednesday.
May 17, 2019 at 01:39AM
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ANZ pulls plug on key advice service as Hayne fallout continues

Virgin Australia's confusing profit U-Turn

This will probably be the corporate confession season’s most controversial announcement

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NAB tips RBA to cut rates to 1%, consider other measures to boost economy

NAB predicts the RBA will start slicing rates next month and consider "alternative" stimulus early next year to get the economy moving.

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Both sides are bit too tricky when it comes to spending

Where's the money coming from for party promises? We'll find out after the election

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'Societal shift': ASIC warns companies to heed Hayne lessons

The lessons of the banking royal commission apply equally to companies outside the financial sector, the corporate watchdog says.

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All you can eat: Canva snaps up photo sites, set to offer 'Netflix-style' subscriptions

Now that Australian tech unicorn Canva is profitable it's ploughing cash into acquisitions snapping up two stock photography sites.

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Ford sells Melbourne sites, signalling end of road for car manufacturing

Developer Pelligra Group has snapped up Ford’s former manufacturing sites in a multimillion-dollar deal that bookends car manufacturing in Australia.

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'Things are looking quite bearish': Australian dollar tipped to drop to mid-60s

The election, a trade war and a faltering economy has put the Australian dollar under siege and a chorus of analysts are predicting it to fall sharply.

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Your cup of coffee could be about to get cheaper

Coffee production is Indonesia is soaring, boosting global supplies and potentially further reducing costs for caffeine addicts.

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ASX closes higher on iron miners

Australian shares have closed firmly higher on Friday despite slipping away from a fresh 11-year high earlier in the session.

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Virgin Australia announces flight cuts after warning of sharp loss

The airline's share price copped a beating on Friday after it announced an expected loss in fiscal 2019 due to weaker demand and fluctuating fuel prices.

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China is under pressure to teach Trump a lesson - it should be very careful

If Xi Jinping uses the "nuclear" financial option to retaliate against Trump, it could backfire spectacularly.

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'We ain't seen nothing yet': China copes with pork crisis by feasting on expensive Aussie steaks

An outbreak of African swine fever in China has wiped out more than 200 million pigs - and Australian cattle producers are cashing in.

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Shopping malls lose value as money moves to industrial

Shopping centre values are facing a correction as Australia’s big property players accelerate investment into high-tech sheds and abandon smaller shopping malls.

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8@eight: ASX set to jump as Wall Street rolls on

What happened overnight and what's ahead for the ASX.

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The quadrillion dollar question: What will it cost to mine the moon?

Some of the world's best minds believe it could be a treasure trove of materials that could play a vital role in the Earth's future, and companies are looking to cash in.

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Wall Street rises for third straight day on data, earnings

Upbeat earnings and strong economic data put investors in a buying mood, with technology companies leading the charge.

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Donald Trump took out a mortgage on a home he bought from his sister last year

US President Donald Trump took out a new 30-year mortgage on a sprawling $27 million oceanfront Florida house, records show.

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Prospa's small business interest rates fall ahead of $610m IPO

Small business lender Prospa is on track to list on the ASX on June 11, just over a year after regulatory concerns scuppered its previous attempt just 15 minutes before the stock was due to commence trading.

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'Flash Boys' hit a three millisecond speed bump

High-frequency traders have suffered a setback in US markets, with one futures exchange moving to take away their big advantage.

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It's a choice between status quo on workplace policy and big changes

The major parties are offering starkly different policies on workplace relations.

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Union agreements are among possible options for implementing childcare pay rise

Labor would not allow "one cent" of the increase for low-paid childcare workers to go to private operators.

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'Vacancy tax': Calls to stop landlords from keeping shops empty

Landlords don't care if their shops stay empty, say small business leaders, and that has to change.

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Do you have entrepreneurial regret?

Starting your own venture can mean heightened job stress and health impacts.

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Lynas, Wesfarmers probe deepens as ASIC demands documents

The corporate watchdog has asked for documents and notes detailing talks between the two companies.

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'Air of unreality': Court explains ACCC's defeat in rail case

A federal court judge has explained why undertakings from a company to treat competitors fairly is enough to allay competition concerns.

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RBA warns of 'lock-out' risk from rise of phone payments

Growth in payments on smart phones, watches and other wearable devices must not stifle competition, the central bank says.

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Consortium gets support from Communist Party backed developer

A powerful Chinese Communist Party developer is financially backing the Scientology-led consortium proposing a controversial $30 billion high-tech city in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

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Former principal relishes chance to help school leaders learn

It takes a village to bring an ambitious vision to life.

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From Xero to $1 billion: Aussie tech company's founder joins global big time

In its first year of trade under new chief executive Steve Vamos accounting platform Xero turned a small profit in the second half of the year.

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‘We Have Always Lived in the Castle’ Review: An Arch, Feminist Fairy Tale

By JENNIFER SZALAI from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/we-have-always-lived-in-the-castle-review.html?partner=IFTTT
A Shirley Jackson novel from 1962 is the basis for this fable, directed by Stacie Passon, in which the men ruin the day.

‘Walking on Water’ Review: The Artist Christo Thinks Big, as Usual

By KEN JAWOROWSKI from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/walking-on-water-review.html?partner=IFTTT
The documentary follows Christo as he creates ‘The Floating Piers,’ a three-kilometer floating walkway in Italy.

‘Trial by Fire’ Review: A Strong Case Against the Death Penalty

By GLENN KENNY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/trial-by-fire-review.html?partner=IFTTT
The film is based on the case of Cameron Todd Willingham, who was put to death in Texas in 2004.

‘The Souvenir’ Review: A Great Movie About a Bad Boyfriend

By A.O. SCOTT from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/the-souvenir-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Honor Swinton Byrne plays a film student navigating love and ambition in 1980s London in Joanna Hogg’s oblique and exquisite new film.

‘The Professor’ Review: The Lessons He Learns Along the Way

By BEN KENIGSBERG from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/the-professor-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Johnny Depp rages (and raves) against the dying of the light in Wayne Roberts’s tired depiction of cancer as a liberating force.

‘Photograph’ Review: A Rom-Com Walks the Streets of Mumbai

By AISHA HARRIS from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/photograph-review.html?partner=IFTTT
A man and woman pretend to be a couple because of cultural pressure, and wind up falling for each other. It’s familiar, but compelling nonetheless.

‘Perfect’ Review: Beyond Skin Deep

By JEANNETTE CATSOULIS from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/perfect-review.html?partner=IFTTT
In Eddie Alcazar’s woozily incoherent sci-fi nightmare a troubled young man undergoes a gruesome transformation.

Olivia Wilde, Director: ‘Too Old to Play Dumb Anymore’

By DAVE ITZKOFF from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/olivia-wilde-booksmart.html?partner=IFTTT
Appropriately, the first-time feature filmmaker has made a movie about not judging others on appearances: It’s the raucous critical hit “Booksmart.”

4 Film Series to Catch in N.Y.C. This Weekend

By BEN KENIGSBERG from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/nyc-this-weekend-film-series.html?partner=IFTTT
Our guide to film series and special screenings.

‘John Wick: Chapter 3’ Review: Keanu Reeves Is Back for Another Brutal Round

By JEANNETTE CATSOULIS from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/john-wick-chapter-3-parabellum-review.html?partner=IFTTT
The supercharged third installment of the hyper-violent franchise is staggeringly accomplished and wearyingly soulless.

Cannes Film Festival: It’s Apocalypse Now, Thanks to Jim Jarmusch

By MANOHLA DARGIS from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/cannes-film-festival-jim-jarmusch.html?partner=IFTTT
The start of this year’s festival has all the customary stars and glamour as well as flesh-eating American zombies and a Brazilian fight to the death.

‘Booksmart’ and How Hollywood Stopped Fearing Lesbian Teens

By ELEANOR STANFORD from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/booksmart-lesbian-teenagers.html?partner=IFTTT
With the new comedy from Olivia Wilde, the movie mainstream is finally ready to tell jubilant stories about teenagers who happen to be lesbians.

‘Asako I & II’ Review: Double the Love (and the Heartbreak)

By GLENN KENNY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/asako-i-and-ii-review.html?partner=IFTTT
The Japanese director Ryusuke Hamaguchi follows up his marathon “Happy Hour” with a story of love among young urbanites.

‘Aniara’ Review: A One-Way Ticket Into the Abyss

By TEO BUGBEE from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/aniara-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Colonists aboard a spaceship fleeing a ruined Earth encounter unrelenting tragedy in this tastefully mounted but punishing film.

‘All Creatures Here Below’ Review: A Runaway Couple in Crisis

By JEANNETTE CATSOULIS from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/all-creatures-here-below-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Karen Gillan and David Dastmalchian give incredible performances in Collin Schiffli’s horrifying Midwestern tragedy.

Alejandro González Iñárritu Has Words for Hollywood

By KYLE BUCHANAN from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/alejandro-gonzalez-inarritu-netflix.html?partner=IFTTT
The director, who is president of the Cannes Film Festival jury, says both the film industry and Netflix need to think bigger.

‘A Dog’s Journey’ Review: Good Boys (and Girls) on a Mission

By GLENN KENNY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/movies/a-dogs-journey-review.html?partner=IFTTT
This sentimentality-steeped film is a feel-good tale with a sad side.

Cellist turned R&B rising star Kelsey Lu: 'I've been strategically floating'

She's taken time to make her debut album, but now she has the 28-year-old Los Angeleno is prepared for the spotlight to shine.

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Google Assistant can now do your bidding in Simplified Chinese

Google Assistant is going even more (somewhat) local with the addition of Simplified Chinese. Users can ask for directions, set a reminder, inquire about the weather, or basically talk about...

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In Little Woods, we see the seeds of a Trump presidency

This first feature from Nia DaCosta is set on the crumbling edges of American society, in a world of cruel contrasts.

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Feud between Rwanda, Uganda strongmen takes toll

The people living on either side of the Ugandan-Rwandan border at Katuna never much considered the boundary: Children crossed for school, workers moved freely and trade thrived.

That harmony

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Lively political thriller The Realm a speedy snapshot of corruption

The Realm's cast of politicians rival the inhabitants of The West Wing in the art of walking while talking.

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World Leaders, Tech Bosses Work on Stemming Online Violence

PARIS - Facebook toughened its livestreaming policies Wednesday as it prepared to huddle with world leaders and other tech CEOs in Paris to find ways to keep social media from being used to spread

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Game of Thrones' final season is breaking TV records but dividing fans

"The show doesn't feel like it's concluding organically."

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Is a war coming between the US and Iran

You can't say the world wasn't warned. In February, US National Security Adviser John Bolton - a leading proponent of the disastrous 2003 Iraq War - sent a video message to Iran's supreme leader, A

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U.S. Orders 'Nonemergency' Government Employees To Leave Iraq

The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad says the State Department has ordered all 'nonemergency' government employees to leave Iraq amid growing tensions with neighboring Iran.

The embassy said in a May

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Iran FM Leaves New Delhi for Tokyo

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has left the Indian capital of New Delhi for Tokyo at the invitation of his Japanese counterpart.

The Iranian top diplomat is to hold talks with

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Rocketman: Behind the scenes with the very professional Richard Madden

Cast to play Elton John's mercurial manager John Reid, the Scottish actor found everyone had a different opinion of him.

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Tech giants' plan to thwart livestreaming of terrorism wins qualified support

A collaboration between technology giants including Facebook and Google to thwart livestreaming of terrorist acts has been criticised by academics and think-tanks for being light on detail

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AFL to back umpire's call in response to Essendon

The AFL is sticking fast to its judgment that the umpire made the correct call in assessing that Swans' defender Dane Rampe's goal post climb.

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Confidential settlement ends Mount Coot-tha Zipline saga

Brisbane City Council confirmed a confidential settlement had been reached between the council and proponents Zipline Australia, who had been pledged $1 million.

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Rwandans accused of mass murder by US were 'cleared' by Australia before resettlement

The two former rebel fighters had been charged over the death of eight people, including two women from New Zealand.

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HSBC forecasts two rate cuts by August

Australian shares closed trading higher on Thursday as investors bet the RBA would cut the official cash rate, including HSBC who is now forecasting two cuts by August.

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Unions demand emergency talks on staff violence in WA hospitals

Statistics show violent incidents in WA hospitals is on the rise, with one incident occurring every hour on average.

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BWX smashed after revealing profit downgrade and new CEO

Australia's biggest skincare company has taken a hammering after its third earnings downgrade in seven months.

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US Navy chief would welcome Australian, Indonesian action in South China Sea

Australia and Indonesia could both play a bigger role in the South China Sea dispute, according to the US Navy chief.

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Cook's perfect Origin tune-up against two of the game's best No.9s

How England and Raiders ace Josh Hodgson and one-time mentor Robbie Farah will ensure Damien Cook is given the ideal Origin warm-up.

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'Revolting' old man gets 12 years for raping Down syndrome woman

Serial sex offender in his 70s who lured woman with Down syndrome from a bus stop then drove her home and raped her has been jailed for more than 12 years.

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Is the 'You Do You' movement affecting the state of our humanity?

As the celebration of narcissism continues to skyrocket, Dilvin can’t help but ponder what our collective “me me me” approach to life means for the human race.

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A pregnant man's tragedy tests gender notions

The 32-year-old patient told the nurse he was transgender when he arrived at the emergency room.

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West Coast Eagles to unleash Rioli in AFL

Willie Rioli is back, and West Coast hope the speedster's return will help them rediscover their mojo.

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Blackmores looks for another leader after its Australia boss resigns

The vitamins maker is now on the hunt for two key executives, including a CEO, after the head of its Australian and NZ business left to run a beauty company.

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ACCC apologises, blames software for TPG-Vodafone blunder

The Australian competition watchdog has revealed the early release of the merger decision was caused by its content management system

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NSW counter-terrorism police investigate emails targeting Phelps

The fixated persons unit is also involved after a complaint to NSW Police following the distribution of the latest email which said "LGBT are no better than pigs or dogs".

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King looks to continue good run with Live And Free in Lord Mayors Cup

Rachel King has been in rare form since returning to the saddle after a fall.

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Food shortage: North Korea suffering worst drought in decades

North Korea suffered a devastating famine in the mid-1990s that is estimated to have killed hundreds of thousands of people.

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ACTU puts Greens ahead of Labor on how-to-vote cards in Higgins

An army of unionists could help the Greens steal the seat of Higgins at Saturday's federal election, after the ACTU broke with tradition.

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Retirement savings are for spending

Superannuation is made up of wages that were saved up while working, ready to be spent in retirement.

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Virginia Bevan: councillor and woman of action

A powerful personality, Virginia Bevan leaves the legacy of a woman endowed with never-ending energy and a fierce love of life.

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'Change the nation forever': Shorten invokes Whitlam in final push

The Labor leader used Bowman Hall in Sydney's west, the site of Gough Whitlam's famous "It's time" speech in 1972, to launch his final push for The Lodge.

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Pilot was high on meth during fatal crash into bushland near Albany

A pilot who died after his light plane crashed into bushland north of Albany in late-2017 was high on methamphetamine at the time.

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Mass drug overdose at Gold Coast hospital

Opposition health spokeswoman Ros Bates said nurses had been complaining about drugs being smuggled into the hospital's mental health unit for years.

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Nicola Gobbo had sex with detective accused of drug rip-off plot

Nicola Gobbo, the barrister turned police informer, had sex with a detective accused of trafficking marijuana and also represented the gangland killer who agreed to give evidence against him before backtracking.

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Shock verdicts, hard calls and the perils of itching - judges tell all

Melbourne's major courts will hold an open day on Saturday and give the public the chance to ask judges questions about their jobs. The Age sat down this week with judges Meryl Sexton and Trevor Wraight.

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White House snubs Christchurch call to stamp out online extremism

The White House said it stands "with the international community in condemning terrorist and violent extremist content online" but won't sign document.

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Disgraced newspaper mogul Conrad Black gets pardon from his friend Trump

Black, who was born in Canada and is also known as Lord Black of Crossharbour, was charged with swindling his company, Hollinger International, of $US60 million.

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Hannebery joins Saints' main training

The Dan Hannebery rebuild is nearing completion, with the star St Kilda recruit finally back to full training.

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Africa: Eugene Kaspersky on How Military Can Enhance Cybersecurity

[New Times] The military on the African continent should devise ways to deal with cyber warfare in their respective countries by investing heavily in building systems and human resource development.

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Africa: TAS2019 - Kagame, African Leaders Root for Inclusive, Affordable Connectivity

[New Times] African governments need to work closely with the industry to make the necessary investments and increase access to affordable connectivity if citizens are to benefit from digital economy, President Paul Kagame.

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Africa: British Man Facing Up to Five Years in Prison for Documenting Police Abuse in Calais

[AI London] 'Tom's case is sadly emblematic of the harassment, intimidation and attacks that human rights defenders supporting migrants and refugees face' - Maria Serrano

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Africa: Africa Month to Revitalise Indigenous Languages

[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa has dedicated the month of May to commemorating Africa Month, which government is using to promote the African unity, deeper regional integration and recommit Africa to a common destiny.

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Africa: 4th Industrial Revolution Disrupts Mining Sector

[CAJ News] Johannesburg -THE South African mining industry is undergoing an extensive transformation amid the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) taking root in what is among the major sectors of the continent's most advanced economy.

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Africa: Minister Jeff Radebe - Africa Utility Week and Powergen Africa

[Govt of SA] Welcome Address Minister of Energy Honourable Jeff Radebe, MP Africa Utility Week and Powergen Africa 2019 14 May 2019

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Africa: WHO Builds Capacity of Priority Countries to Use Early Warning, Alert and Response Tools

[WHO] Entebbe -The World Health Organization (WHO) is conducting a five-day orientation training to build the capacity of participants from priority countries through theoretical and practical training on two WHO supported tools for epidemiological surveillance and response activities, EWARS-in-a-box and Go.Data.

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Africa: Mother City to Welcome Back 10 000+ Energy and Water Professionals

[African Utilities Week] Addressing the current landscape of water and energy projects all over the subcontinent, African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa, in collaboration with the Department of Energy, is proud to announce the confirmation of the South African Minister of Energy, Honourable Jeff Radebe, who will form part of the stellar line up at the opening ministerial address on 14 May at the CTICC in Cape Town. The minister also opened this flagship industry gathering last year.

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Africa: Africa Must Work Together to Ensure Maritime Security - Mutorwa

[Namibian] AFRICAN nations need to work together to ensure that maritime safety and security are effectively and efficiently maintained, works and transport minister John Mutorwa says.

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Africa: Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers - Nigeria Vs Egypt (Live Updates)

[Premium Times] Nigeria's Super Eagles are hoping to overtake the Pharaohs of Egypt in the quest for qualification for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations billed for Gabon.

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THE GUEST BOOK by Sarah Blake

Evie Milton uncovers a story going back a couple generations that may shatter a family myth.

#15 on the NYT Best Sellers List for Combined Print & E-Book Fiction
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THE ROAD HOME by Richard Paul Evans

The third book in the Broken Road series. Charles James continues his journey on Route 66 to his ultimate destination.

#14 on the NYT Best Sellers List for Combined Print & E-Book Fiction
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TIGHTROPE by Amanda Quick

A former trapeze artist’s plan to start a new life goes sideways when a man is murdered by his robot invention.

#13 on the NYT Best Sellers List for Combined Print & E-Book Fiction
A former trapeze artist’s plan to start a new life goes sideways when a man is murdered by his robot invention. From NYT -

SUNSET BEACH by Mary Kay Andrews

Drue Campbell inherits a run-down beach bungalow and takes a job at her estranged father’s personal injury attorney office.

#6 on the NYT Best Sellers List for Combined Print & E-Book Fiction
Drue Campbell inherits a run-down beach bungalow and takes a job at her estranged father’s personal injury attorney office. From NYT -

THE BIG KAHUNA by Janet Evanovich and Peter Evanovich

The sixth book in the Fox and O’Hare series. An F.B.I. agent teams up with a con man to search for a Silicon Valley billionaire.

#5 on the NYT Best Sellers List for Combined Print & E-Book Fiction
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THE 18TH ABDUCTION by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro

The 18th book in the Women's Murder Club series. Lindsay Boxer investigates the disappearance of three female teachers.

#4 on the NYT Best Sellers List for Combined Print & E-Book Fiction
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BLESSING IN DISGUISE by Danielle Steel

Isabelle McAvoy faces challenges as she raises three daughters from three separate fathers on her own.

#3 on the NYT Best Sellers List for Combined Print & E-Book Fiction
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STORM CURSED by Patricia Briggs

The 11th book in the Mercy Thompson series. Dangers swell as Death approaches.

#2 on the NYT Best Sellers List for Combined Print & E-Book Fiction
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‘The Wandering Soap Opera’ Review: An Excursion Into Raúl Ruiz’s Fertile Mind

By A.O. SCOTT from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/15/movies/the-wandering-soap-opera-review.html?partner=IFTTT
An exiled Chilean filmmaker went back in 1990 to turn his homeland’s turmoil into a series of surreal sketches.

‘The Sun Is Also a Star’ Review: A Charming, if Generic, Adolescent Love Story

By A.O. SCOTT from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/15/movies/the-sun-is-also-a-star-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Yara Shahidi and Charles Melton play teenagers falling in love on a hectic, sunny day in New York.

‘The Third Wife’ Review: Cruelty and Sensuality in 19th-Century Vietnam

By A.O. SCOTT from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/14/movies/the-third-wife-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Ash Mayfair’s film paints a clear, unnervingly seductive picture of life in a strictly patriarchal society.

Doris Day: A Hip Sex Goddess Disguised as the Girl Next Door

By A.O. SCOTT from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/14/movies/doris-day-appreciation.html?partner=IFTTT
Celebrated and misunderstood, Doris Day embodied the American mainstream and scrambled all its codes.

Cannes Film Festival: Jury Head Alejandro González Iñárritu Praises Netflix

By KYLE BUCHANAN from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/14/movies/cannes-film-festival-alejandro-gonzalez-inarritu.html?partner=IFTTT
The streaming service’s films have run into intense opposition from French theater owners, but the director sees a place for them in the festival.

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