Armie Hammer returns to acting five years after abuse allegations

Actor Armie Hammer is returning to screen in Citizen Vigilante. Police investigated abuse allegations from 2021. In 2023, they found not enough evidence to charge him.

Why it mattersThis asks if Hollywood will work with people accused of serious wrongdoing who were not charged. It raises questions about accountability in the industry. And about giving people second chances.

AustraliaAustralian audiences follow Hollywood casting decisions and debates over comebacks after misconduct allegations, reflecting global entertainment industry standards.

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Robert Irwin presses confetti button at Alex Warren's Brisbane show

Animal conservationist Robert Irwin joined American singer Alex Warren on stage to trigger the confetti finale at a Brisbane concert.

Why it mattersA fun moment for Brisbane fans who don't often see the Aussie wildlife star step into the entertainment spotlight in unexpected ways.

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Harry Potter HBO series shows sorting ceremony in new trailer

HBO releases a new trailer for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, debuting Christmas 2026. It features the sorting ceremony and more of Dumbledore and Snape than the first trailer did.