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Heated Rivalry To Red, White & Royal Blue: Why Do Queer Sex Scenes Still Cause Such A Fuss?

It was recently announced that Red, White & Royal Wedding has received a R rating for sexual content, nudity and language in the US, and naturally, everyone wants to know what remarkably sexy stuff Alex and Henry will be getting up to. Fair enough. I …

Inside the ‘rent-to-dump’ racket that’s booming across Melbourne

On August 19, web developer Jacob Siew made a WhatsApp video call with a stranger to arrange leasing his extended family’s vacant rural property in Sunbury. He didn’t know it, but he was about to make the biggest mistake of his life. Siew, who lives in a …

St Carlo Acutis teaches us to build a friendship with Jesus

Australia’s first Maronite chapel dedicated to St Carlo Acutis. Photo: Supplied/www.snapix.com.au This is Bishop Tarabay’s homily at the opening and consecration of the St Carlo Acutis chapel at Our Lady of Lebanon Co-Cathedral on 12 October. Fifteen …

‘Wow, logging that as a microaggression!’ Sophie Duker on trolling masculinity, lesbian cruises and her stripper fantasy

How did you get into comedy? If you want anything badly enough, the best way to get it is to feign absolute indifference while pouring in 110% effort. I was telling outrageous jokes about colonialism in tiny pub rooms five nights a week alongside a …

Rare 1927 Shell Motor Oils Sign Soars to CA$35,090, Leading Barry Yorgason Petroliana Auction

October 18 online-only sale realizes CA$430,185.25 as collectors pursue original petroliana, porcelain signs and vintage oil displays. NEW HAMBURG, ONTARIO, CANADA, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A rare Australian Shell Motor Oils “Single Double …

Carriageworks Summer

Overview Carriageworks has announced its summer program, with events spanning art, music, dance, theatre, fashion and design from November 2026 to January 2027. The season includes the Australian premiere of David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller …

The National Quilt Museum Presents Final Tour Stop for International Avant Garde Exhibition

Thirty quilts created for the Carrefour - The European Quilt Show’s 30th anniversary are on view in Paducah through December 1 PADUCAH, KY, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thirty quilts from an international competition …

The grads ditching the UK for a fresh start abroad

Last year Rachel James quit her corporate job in London, packed a suitcase and booked a one-way ticket to Sydney, without a job lined up or a plan in place. "I went for a fresh start," says the 26-year-old from Surrey. "To take a risk and …

New Study: Why Annual Breast Cancer Diagnoses Are Projected To Increase By 47% In New Zealand

A major peer-reviewed study finally proves exposure to common chemical is linked to breast cancer AUCKLAND, AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, October 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A major new peer-reviewed study published in Environmental Health Perspectives has …

“It feels like women are being hunted”: Heartbreaking meaning behind Bondi’s heart sculpture

Content warning: This article mentions domestic violence. If you or anyone you know is affected, help is available. Contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732), or visit the website here. Sculpture by the Sea has returned to Bondi, and one powerful installation …

Researcher Connect: Associate Professor Sam Xie

Meet Associate Professor Sam Xie from the Western Australian School of Mines (WASM). His work explores how hydrogen can be safely stored underground to support a cleaner energy future. Sam is passionate about mentoring the next generation of researchers …

A Clockwork Filmmaker

I. This month, the Criterion Collection is releasing an extravagant boxset containing Stanley Kubrick’s entire back-catalogue, from his self-funded documentary short Day of the Fight (1951), which he made when he was 22 years old, to his final film, Eyes …

iFLYTEK AINOTE 2 Expands Australian Retail Availability Through Harvey Norman

The ultra-thin AI-powered E Ink notebook brings intelligent handwriting, real-time transcription and productivity tools to Australian consumers. AUSTRALIA, October 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The AI-powered E Ink notebook will soon bring intelligent …

‘Funflation’ making hobbies pricier but West Australians are still splurging, new spending data shows

Retirement, fighting at 40 don't scare Volkanovski

Retirement, for all professional athletes no matter their craft, is inevitable. But as the next phase of Alexander Volkanovski's life peeks up from beyond the horizon, the UFC featherweight champion says he will deliver a performance at UFC 333 that …

Fish & Game New Zealand appoints Callum Streeter as new chief executive

Streeter said the Fish & Game role brought together his lifelong passion for hunting and fishing with his experience leading organisations in complex sectors. “For me, hunting and fishing are more than hobbies; they are a way of life. “I want to help …

Succession: ‘it’s a fine balancing act – farm, family, work and hobbies’

For Eoin Wynne, farming was never part of a carefully mapped-out career plan. Growing up in Galway, he spent weekends on the family farm before moving back to his father’s homeplace in Annaghdown, Co Galway, when he was 12. “The land was a constant, but …

Cumbria engineer returns from New Zealand to launch Lake District art business

Lorna Johnston, from Penrith, returned to Cumbria earlier this year after spending three years in Wanaka, New Zealand. She now combines civil engineering work with running Summit Line Art from her home near Keswick. Johnston started the business while …

Born to be a winemaker: Manfred Ing of Tuscan trailblazer Querciabella

Share Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Introducing... Introducing... Manfred Ing Winemaker Despite growing up in a part of South Africa far away from vineyards, Manfred Ing got into winemaking at a …

FROM GAME NIGHT TO GIFT NIGHT: HOOTENANNY GAMES BRINGS PLAYFUL FUN TO THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Husband-and-Wife-Founded Nashville Game Company Grows Its Award-Winning Line-up with New Releases, Fresh Designs and Games Made for Bringing People Together NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hootenanny Games, the …

SnapFig Opens Black Friday Early With Up to 30% Off Custom Figurines From Photos

Tiered savings up to 30% stack on sale prices, with 90-Day Price Protection, a new Christmas ornament, and delivery before Christmas for orders by Nov 27. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SnapFig, the custom …

TV Anime Attack on Titan × Nijigen no Mori Collaboration Event Countdown Event Vol. 3: 'Message Board'

With Gratitude to Attack on Titan Available Starting Sunday, November 1 AWAJI, JAPAN, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the Awajishima Anime Park “Nijigen no Mori” in Japan’s Kansai region, the TV anime “Attack on Titan” × Nijigen no …

World Premiere at the Moreno Valley Museum & ArtSpace

MORENO VALLEY, CA, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Enter the Fog: The Dead by Daylight Immersive Experience launches October 30. The hit survival horror game delivers a 45-minute immersive experience where guests work …

A Magician’s Rabbit Takes the Spotlight in John Nieman’s The Amazing Rabbitini

This imaginative children’s book follows Rabbitini as she steps out of the magician’s shadow and inspires a young girl. WHITE PLAINS, NY, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- John Nieman’s The Amazing Rabbitini Encourages Children to …

Vital Pet Life's Donie Yamamoto to Showcase Science-Backed Pet Wellness Solutions at NAVC’s HiVE West

Pet Brand Is Highlighting Ingredient Transparency & Sustainability With Products Only Salmon Oil & Advanced Gut Health For Dogs LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vital Pet Life, a science-driven pet wellness …

With Clarity Kicks Off Black Friday Early with Up to 25% Off Fine Jewelry

With Clarity, the New York-based fine jewelry brand is bringing Black Friday savings early with up to 25% off across all categories for a limited time. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Clarity, the New …

Study: 77% of Parents Say Tabletop RPGs Made Their Kids Better Teammates; 47% Report Less Passive Screen Time

New research from StartPlaying finds 72% of parents say tabletop roleplaying games teach problem-solving better than any other activity their child does. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Parents worried about …

RagePADs launches limited-edition Rainbow Six Siege Black Ice inspired campaign to raise funds for St Jude & Make-A-Wish

30 handmade, numbered pads will reach fans through Rainbow Six creators to support St. Jude and Make-A-Wish. NYACK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RagePADs, the gaming accessory company founded by teen entrepreneur …

Red Fish Rue Fish Re-Releases Popular Exposure Coin® Design in Bronze Through Collaboration With Shire Post Mint

Alexandria-based craft studio partners with Shire Post Mint for the October 14 bronze re-release of a popular Exposure Coin® design, a first for the collection. ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Red Fish Rue …

iQIBLA Unveils RAFIQ OS, the Next-Gen Smart Faith Operating System, Redefining the Global Muslim Wearables Experience

DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the launch of its latest flagship Zikr Ring Aura series , iQIBLA — the No.1 Muslim tech brand — today officially unveiled RAFIQ OS, the next-generation operating …

DXRACER Announces 2026 Halloween Sale on Gaming Chairs and Desks

WHITMORE LAKE, MI, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Halloween is the perfect time to treat yourself to a gaming setup upgrade. DXRACER, the inventor of the gaming chair and a pioneer in ergonomic gaming and office seating, is …

The National Quilt Museum Presents Final Tour Stop for International Avant Garde Exhibition

Thirty quilts created for the Carrefour - The European Quilt Show’s 30th anniversary are on view in Paducah through December 1 PADUCAH, KY, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thirty quilts from an international competition …

True Summit Adventures Raises the Bar for the Luxury Kilimanjaro Climb

A private, expertly guided way to reach the roof of Africa, now open for booking NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- True Summit Adventures, a specialist in expert-led mountain travel, today announced its luxury …

Rare 1927 Shell Motor Oils Sign Soars to CA$35,090, Leading Barry Yorgason Petroliana Auction

October 18 online-only sale realizes CA$430,185.25 as collectors pursue original petroliana, porcelain signs and vintage oil displays. NEW HAMBURG, ONTARIO, CANADA, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A rare Australian Shell Motor Oils “Single Double …

Darvishi To Perform at SoFar Sounds in Los Angeles

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Darvishi, Iranian-American pop artist, is set to perform at SoFar Sounds in Los Angeles, California on October 29th at 8 PM. This is the first time Darvishi has participated in any of …

Burning Sword: Death Sun enters Steam Early Access on November 17

Nomadic Games' wuxia hack-and-slash arrives with five handcrafted stages, seven bosses and major content updates dropping every eight weeks until launch. BANGKOK, THAILAND, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Nomadic Games and …

PaintballGuns.net Relaunches as a Paintball Gun Comparison Platform Tracking New and Used Prices for 100+ Markers

Independent comparison site pairs specs with live retail prices, used-market medians and community pros and cons, plus a four-question Find-My-Gun quiz. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PaintballGuns.net has …

Shannon’s Fall Fine Art Auction, October 29th, will showcase quality American art, Modern art, and European paintings

A painting attributed to Alfred Jacob Miller titled Green River leads the auction. The work depicts a rendezvous of Native Americans, fur traders and pioneers. MILFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shannon’s Fine …

Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm Gives Back to Wisconsin Families This Thanksgiving

Wisconsin personal injury law firm to award ten $200 Visa gift cards to help local families put food on the table this holiday season. MADISON, WI, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Thanksgiving, Pemberton Personal Injury Law …