Pianist Jayson Gillham loses discrimination case against Melbourne symphony orchestra over Gaza comments 10. July 2026 (01:41) Gillham claimed Melbourne concert in 2024 cancelled in attempt to silence him over stance on Israel attacks on GazaFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA classical pianist who sued the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has lost his case after he alleged he was unlawfully discriminated against because of his views on Israeli forces killing Palestinian journalists.Federal court Justice Graeme Hill handed down his findings on Friday, saying Jayson Gillham was an independent contractor and the orchestra had acted legitimately to protect its business. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Eight charged with murder conspiracy over alleged White House UFC attack plot 10. July 2026 (01:06) Group accused of planning sniper and drone attack on Donald Trump’s UFC cage-fighting show in JuneEight men were indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges Thursday for their alleged roles in a thwarted drone and sniper attack on the UFC cage-fighting show staged at the White House in June.The indictment, returned in Ohio, charges all eight in two separate conspiracies, one to provide material support to terrorists and a second to commit murder on federal government territory and to murder a federal government official. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
DJ and broadcaster Paul Gambaccini reveals Alzheimer’s diagnosis 10. July 2026 (01:01) Presenter, 77, says ‘for now life goes on as normal and I continue to broadcast’ as he shares diagnosis received in 2025The longtime radio and TV broadcaster Paul Gambaccini has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.The 77-year-old presenter, who has been a regular on the BBC since the 1970s and has one of the most recognisable voices on British radio, shared a statement revealing the diagnosis he received in 2025. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Vape packaging and flavouring face restrictions under UK plans to reduce appeal to children 10. July 2026 (01:01) Ministers consider bringing e-cigarette laws in line with tobacco as data shows 20% of teenagers have tried vapingVapes could be sold in plain packaging as part of a range of proposals to stop them being marketed to children.The UK-wide plans also include limiting device colours to white, black or grey, and keeping vapes out of sight in shops, according to the Department of Health and Social Care. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
‘Music was my first desire’: Anthony Hopkins releases his debut single 10. July 2026 (01:01) Hollywood actor signs recording deal with Decca after decades of composing pieces inspired by his Welsh childhoodAnthony Hopkins says he has achieved his “first desire” of signing a record deal, with his debut single being released on Friday.The 88-year-old Hollywood actor’s first album, Life Is a Dream, will be released next month by Decca Classics . It is a collection of pieces he has composed over six decades.Life Is a Dream will be released on 21 August Continue reading...(The Guardian)
