‘MasterChef Australia’ judge George Calombaris sorry for underpaying restaurant staff by $2.6M
“MasterChef Australia” judge George Calombaris has apologised after it has emerged that his restaurant empire underpaid staff by $2.6 million.
‘Doctor Who’: Companion Bill Potts reportedly will leave show after just one season
“Doctor Who” upcoming companion Bill Potts, played by Pearl Mackie, will apparently be axed after just one season. Although her first episode hasn’t even aired yet, the Doctor’s first openly gay main companion is also reported to exit the show with Twelfth Doctor Peter Capaldi.
‘Doctor Who’ season 10: Pearl Mackie’s Bill Potts will be the first openly gay main companion and why it matters
“Doctor Who” will be introducing its first openly gay main companion in season 10. Pearl Mackie will be playing the Twelfth Doctor’s (Peter Capaldi) newest companion, Bill Potts.
How others are beefing up their security measures following the Quebec shooting
On the evening of Jan. 29, 2017, 50 worshippers gathered at the Islamic Cultural Centre of Québec City, otherwise known as the Grande Mosquée de Québec, for their evening prayers. However, the solemn evening turned out to be tragic.
‘Supernatural’ season 12 episode 16 spoilers and recap: Claire reunites with Sam and Dean, Mick grows a conscience in ‘Ladies Drink Free’
“Supernatural” season 12 episode 16 had Sam and Dean Winchester (Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles) bringing British Men of Letters’ Mick Davies (Adam Fergus) along. “Ladies Drink Free” also brought back Claire Novak (Kathryn Newton) for a werewolf hunt.
Angelina Jolie underwent daily drug test for ‘Lara Croft: Tomb Raider,’ studio exec reveals
Angelina Jolie had to undergo a drug test every day to star in the 2001 mega hit “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.” Film studio exec Sherry Lansing has revealed in her new biography that the A-list star had practically begged her for the titular role.
Man spared from jail sentence after beating ex-wife so he could play cricket
A cricketer has been spared jail in England after beating his ex-wife because he claimed to have a contract with Leicestershire County Cricket Club.
London tech startup aims to disrupt the digital rewards and loyalty landscape
In 2014, a group of Australian, American and French entrepreneurs came together with the aim to build a platform that would disrupt the way digital offers are being consumed by smartphone users from around the world, as well as build an ecosystem that would reward those same users for their loyalty. This idea gave birth to Sh8pe Ltd, a London-based technology startup.
Donald Trump says he can’t be sued by woman who accuses him of groping because he’s the US president
Donald Trump argues that he can’t be sued by a woman he allegedly groped because he is now the president of the United States. The American leader is being sued for defamation by former “Apprentice” contestant Summer Zervos.
‘Power Rangers’ director reveals reason kiss between Pink Ranger and Red Ranger was cut from film [VIDEO]
“Power Rangers” featured a kiss that never was. The American superhero reboot film originally featured a kiss between Kimberly/Pink Ranger (Naomi Scott) and Jason/Red Ranger (Dacre Montgomery) in the trailer released earlier this year. However, that was deleted in the final cut of the film because fans felt betrayed by it.
Facebook Messenger to add ‘dislike’ button but will stop support for older versions of Android, iOS and Windows app
Facebook Messenger could be soon rolling out reaction emojis, including a dislike button, but not everyone can use it.
Foxtel, Kia, Caltex, Bunnings and more Australian companies join YouTube boycott
Vodafone, Foxtel, Bunnings and more Australian companies are joining the boycott of YouTube advertising. The Google-owned video site has since apologised and promised to make necessary changes after it was learnt that unwitting companies’ ads appeared next to extremist content videos.
‘Doctor Who’: Peter Capaldi reveals real reason he is leaving the show
“Doctor Who” star Peter Capaldi has mixed feelings about leaving the show. The Scottish actor has revealed his real reason he will be passing on the titular role to somebody else.
Donald Trump vs 17-year-old’s cat website story may be false; US President’s lawyers deny sending C&D
The Donald Trump vs a 17-year-old teen’s cat website story could be fake after all. It was first reported that the US president’s legal camp sent a cease-and-desist letter to a girl named Lucy over her cat website, but according to evidence and the Trump team, the letter do not exist.
Hackers threaten Apple to wipe millions of iPhone, iCloud data
Apple has responded to the hackers who are allegedly trying to extort the company.
Trump sends cease-and-desist to 17-year-old student over cat website
The PR agency office of US President Donald Trump has denied that it is threatening to sue a 17-year-old girl for creating a cat website featuring the president's face.
Examining 5 important aspects related to the security industry
Investors, entrepreneurs and business people thinking of entering into this seemingly unsinkable security industry, which seems to have no end in sight to its rise, should keep in mind five important aspects related to it.
‘Supernatural’ season 12 episode 15 recap and spoilers: It’s Crowley Appreciation Day in ‘Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell’
“Supernatural” season 12 episode 15 started with a reference to “The Walking Dead” villain Negan’s favourite weapon, Lucille. Sam and Dean Winchester (Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles) also got to wear special eyeglasses again to see a recalcitrant hellhound in “Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell.”
‘Supernatural’ season 12 episode 14 recap and spoilers: ‘The Raid’ brings back the Alpha Vampire, BMoL tries to recruit Sam and Dean
“Supernatural” season 12 episode 14 was strong on Winchester angst, with Sam and Dean Winchester (Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles) asking their mum Mary (Samantha Smith) to leave the bunker for working with the British Men of Letters. The alpha vampire has also made an appearance.
‘Supernatural’ season 12 episode 12 spoilers and recap: Dying Castiel declares his love, familiar faces and eyes return
“Supernatural” season 12 episode 12 has a couple of familiar faces – and eyes – returning. “Stuck in the Middle (With You)” has Castiel (Misha Collins) in the brink of death, with Sam (Jared Padalecki), Dean (Jensen Ackles) and Mary (Samantha Smith) squaring off with a yellow-eyed demon.
‘Supernatural’ season 12 episode 10 recap/spoilers: Castiel’s weakness is ‘humanity’ in ‘Lily Sunder Has Some Regrets’
“Supernatural” season 12 episode 10 was so tension-heavy between Castiel (Misha Collins) and Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles) that Sam (Jared Padalecki) started to lose patience with both of them. “Lily Sunder Has Some Regrets” is the first of the expected three Castiel-centric episodes in season 12 and is arguably the second best episode of the season so far.
‘Supernatural’ first Castiel-centric episode in season 12: ‘Lily Sunders Has Some Regrets’ to reveal Cas’ past pre-Winchesters
“Supernatural” season 12 episode 10 is the first of the three Castiel-centric episodes this season. The upcoming “Lily Sunders Has Some Regrets” will reveal Castiel’s (Misha Collins) past before he was humanised.
‘Supernatural’ season 12 episode 9 spoilers/recap: Castiel pines for Sam and Dean helplessly in ‘First Blood’
“Supernatural” season 12 has returned after a month of hiatus. Episode 9 “First Blood” sees Castiel (Misha Collins) and Mary Winchester (Samantha Smith) teaming up to rescue Sam and Dean (Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles) from prison.
‘Sherlock’ stars Martin Freeman, Amanda Abbington split after 16 years
“Sherlock” stars Martin Freeman and Amanda Abbington have split “very, very amicably.” The couple, who play Dr John Watson and Mary Morstan in the UK BBC series, have ended their relationship after 16 years of being together and having two children.
Nokia sues Apple over patent dispute after Apple sues companies for allegedly colluding with Nokia
Nokia and Apple are trading lawsuits over international patent dispute. A day after Apple filed lawsuits against other companies it accused of colluding with Nokia, the Finnish company filed lawsuits against the Cupertino-based tech giant on Wednesday, alleging that the iPhone-maker has infringed dozens of its patents.
Optus Xtra: Prepaid Android users can earn extra data or credit by viewing ads
Optus prepaid customers can now earn extra data by watching ads on their smartphone. On Tuesday, Australia’s second largest telco announced the launch of Optus Xtra, an app that allows Android users to earn extra data or credit for every ad viewed on their smartphone.
Princess Diana’s stylist reveals how she decided on her signature short haircut
Princess Diana’s signature short hair was not planned, according to man who cut the late royal’s hair. The mother of Princes William and Harry attained the chic cut by giving one man free reign to her hair.
‘Doctor Who’ season 11: Peter Capaldi to be replaced by ‘dashing’ younger actor
“Doctor Who” will be starting on a clean slate in 2018, according to a new report. BBC bosses will apparently replace the current and Twelfth Doctor, played by Peter Capaldi, and his incoming companion Bill, who will be played by Pearl Mackie, with a “dashing male lead and young female companion.”
‘Pokemon Go’ update: New daily bonus features more Pokemon; Over 100 Generation 2 Pokemon and Ditto coming up
“Pokemon Go” is giving more with daily bonuses. The new daily bonus feature rewards trainers with more Pokemon, XP and Stardust. And according to other reports, Generation 2 Pokemon are coming, as well as a Thanksgiving update special.
Same-sex marriage in Australia plebiscite blocked by Senate
The Senate has killed Australia’s planned same-sex plebiscite, which would have been held in February. On Monday, the proposal was voted down in the Upper House 33 to 29, effectively ending more than a year of debate about the plebiscite.