as Singer Guy Sebastian has been named as the host of this year's ARIA Awards By Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:02:21 +0100 Singer turned The Voice coach Guy Sebastian will host the ARIA Awards at The Star in Sydney next month. Full Article
as The Block's Matt steps out in drag as he dresses up as Cher for the show's first lip sync battle By Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2019 12:43:30 +0100 With funds at an all-time low on The Block, this year's contestants were forced to participate in a 'lip sync battle' for $10,000 on Wednesday's episode. Full Article
as The Masked Singer's Darren McMullen says the secrecy 'annoyed' his family By Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2019 15:16:21 +0100 Former The Voice host Darren McMullen unveiled himself as the prawn during The Masked Singer on Monday night. Full Article
as Kelly Rowland stuns in all-white tracksuit as she arrives in Sydney perform at The Everest's concert By Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2019 04:13:04 +0100 Kelly Rowland was spotted arriving at Sydney Airport ahead of her upcoming performance at The Everest at Royal Randwick on Saturday. Full Article
as Australian celebrities show off their creative costumes as they celebrate Halloween early By Published On :: Sun, 27 Oct 2019 13:03:05 +0000 Each year, Halloween is becoming more prominent in Australia. Full Article
as Guy Sebastian shares throwback snap of himself with rippling six pack By Published On :: Sun, 27 Oct 2019 14:58:05 +0000 He's been named as the host of the ARIA Awards at The Star in Sydney next month. Full Article
as Sophie Monk is set to be the next host of upcoming The Voice season By Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2019 03:50:47 +0000 She's hosted Channel Nine's raunchy reality show Love Island Australia for two years running. Full Article
as The Voice's Jack Vidgen poses with a cigarette and a glass of rosé during Melbourne Cup boycott By Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 00:41:18 +0000 Jack Vidgen was just one of the many celebrities that boycotted the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday. Full Article
as Sophie Monk on rumours she will replace Sonia Kruger as host of The Voice By Published On :: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 02:38:37 +0000 Sonia Kruger's departure from Channel Nine has opened up two vacancies on Today Extra and The Voice Australia. Full Article
as Guy Sebastian reveals who he thinks will replace Sonia Kruger as host on The Voice By Published On :: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 05:06:54 +0000 Guy Sebastian has weighed in on who he thinks will replace Sonia Kruger as host on The Voice next year, following her departure from Channel Nine. Full Article
as Who's your pick? SBS releases the names of all 10 performers for Eurovision: Australia Decides By Published On :: Mon, 16 Dec 2019 22:50:34 +0000 SBS Australia has released the names of all the ten performers who will battle it out to be the country's next Eurovision star. Full Article
as Singer John Farnham gives the thumbs up as he returns to Falls Festival By Published On :: Sun, 05 Jan 2020 03:22:44 +0000 Australian music legend John Farnham raised eyebrows when he unleashed a slur at a mostly millennial Falls Festival crowd last week. Full Article
as Renee Bargh 'couldn't be happier' to come home as she gears up to host The Voice Australia By Published On :: Sat, 25 Jan 2020 05:29:36 +0000 Renee Bargh has just been announced as the new co-host of The Voice Australia, replacing former host Sonia Kruger. Full Article
as The Voice contestant Natasha Stuart dies from breast cancer age 43 as David Campbell leads tributes By Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 11:03:13 +0000 Natasha Stuart passed away from breast cancer at the age of 43 on Wednesday. Full Article
as The Voice's Natasha Stuart lost her cancer battle aged 43 By Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 14:20:40 +0000 Natasha Stuart passed away from breast cancer at age 43 on Wednesday, surrounded by family at St Vincent's Hospital in Sydney. Full Article
as The Voice's Jack Vidgen reflects on his comeback after rising to fame as a teen on AGT By Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 04:59:58 +0000 Jack Vidgen has reflected on his comeback, after rising to fame as a fresh-faced teen on Australia's Got Talent back in 2011. Full Article
as Delta Goodrem pays emotional tribute to The Voice star Natasha Stuart By Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 08:22:35 +0000 Delta Goodrem has shared a touching tribute to The Voice star Natasha Stuart, after she tragically lost her battle with breast cancer aged 43. Full Article
as Jack Vidgen admits he's 'heartbroken' over the death of The Voice star Natasha Stuart By Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 01:00:50 +0000 Jack Vidgen says he's 'heartbroken' over the death of former The Voice star Natasha Stuart. Full Article
as Jack Vidgen admits he never thought he'd perform again after moving overseas By Published On :: Sat, 01 Feb 2020 07:11:22 +0000 He recently made his career comeback on The Voice, eight years after rising to fame as a fresh-faced teen on Australia's Got Talent back in 2011. Full Article
as The Voice judges celebrate the show's upcoming season with new hosts Renee Bargh and Darren McMullen By Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 07:24:38 +0000 With filming about to get underway on the 2020 season of The Voice, the show's judges and new hosts Renee Bargh and Darren McMullen enjoyed a celebratory dinner in Sydney on Sunday night. Full Article
as Renee Bargh beams with happiness as she poses for a happy snap at Bondi Beach By Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 12:56:41 +0000 She's the Emmy Award-winning television host who has just been signed on to co-host the upcoming season of The Voice Australia. Full Article
as Kelly Rowland celebrates her 39th birthday as she begins filming The Voice Australia blind auditions By Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 09:32:41 +0000 Kelly Rowland turned 39 on Tuesday, and she celebrated with a simple breakfast. Full Article
as Renee Bargh and her best mate Delta Goodrem are reunited as they film The Voice blind auditions By Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 10:25:17 +0000 Last month she was announced as the new host of The Voice Australia. Full Article
as The Masked Singer is moving filming to Melbourne due to security issues By Published On :: Sat, 22 Feb 2020 14:23:23 +0000 The Masked Singer judges Lindsay Lohan, Danni Minogue, Jackie 'O' Henderson and Dave Hughes boast some serious star power - but it appears they are no match for Marvel's superheroes. Full Article
as Renee Bargh and Guy Sebastian hit the gym for a hardcore workout By Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 12:35:33 +0000 Renee Bargh returned to Los Angeles to resume her role on E! News after The Voice Australia blind auditions finished filming in February. Full Article
as Coronavirus: Scott Morrison was a voice of calm amid the chaos By Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 05:11:23 +0000 As the deadly coronavirus spreads around the world, the Prime Minster emerged from his Parliament House office at 9am and told Australians how he plans to keep them safe. Full Article
as Channel Nine reveals the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the format of The Voice By Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:51:41 +0100 Among the many things the coronavirus pandemic has affected is the production of The Voice. The singing show was two thirds of the way through filming when production was forced to stop. Full Article
as The Voice Australia to 'replace Kelly Rowland and Boy George' as coaches with local stars By Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 06:55:36 +0100 Channel Nine's singing competition, The Voice Australia, will premiere on May 24. Full Article
as The Voice Australia is making drastic changes to work around COVID-19 restrictions By Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 15:40:46 +0100 The Voice Australia will be making drastic changes to its format to work around COVID-19 restrictions. Full Article
as Netflix is now worth more than Exxon as the coronavirus lockdown sends shares soaring By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 17 Apr 2020, 21:53 Netflix's market value surpassed oil-giant Exxon Mobil this week. At Thursday's close, Netflix's market value was about $183 billion, and Exxon Mobil's was about $175 billion. Netflix has benefited as the coronavirus pandemic has kept many consumers in their homes. Exxon has been weighed down by the falling price of oil. Watch Netflix and Exxon Mobil trade live on Markets Insider. Read more on Business Insider.The coronavirus pandemic has sent Netflix stock to new highs, and now its market value has surpassed that of Exxon Mobil, the US oil giant. Netflix stock gained 3% on Thursday to roughly $439 per share, bringing its market capitalization to about $183 billion at market close. Exxon Mobil fell more than 3% Thursday to $39.15 per share, bringing its market value to about $175 billion at Full Article
as I tried the ZTE Red Magic 5G, a phone made for gamers — its fast screen refresh rate makes playing action-packed games a joy, but it's not without weaknesses By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 21 Apr 2020, 00:46 When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more.The ZTE Nubia Red Magic 5G is an enormous, extremely powerful, niche gaming phone that offers impressive specs at a very reasonable price.We played several different games for hours on the Red Magic 5G, and it was a joy to play with, thanks to its 144Hz refresh rate.Based on our testing, the phone also won a place in our guide to the best gaming phones.Beyond games, we tested the camera and other features to see if the Red Magic 5G can serve you just as well as a normal smartphone.Although its performance impresses and the price offers real value, there are some weaknesses here that may give you pause — unless you're an avid gamer.While you can use any smartphone to play games, we've seen a rise in niche Full Article
as Paytm is doubling down on e-sports as it launches another online tournament — this time with Garena’s Free Fire By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 22 Apr 2020, 12:57 Paytm First Games has launched into another esports parternship with Garena.PFG will be hosting its very first Free Fire India Solos (FFIS) tournament in May and June.The platform has been adding nearly 75,000 players on its gaming arm on a daily basis during the lockdown period.If you’re a fan of multiple battle royale games that you can win by being the last man standing, then you’ve probably heard of Garena’s Free Fire. Paytm First Games (PFG) is now going to host its first Free Fire India Solos (FFIS) tournament on its platform in May and June.“The action-packed tournament is going to be a tremendous opportunity for Indian gamers to compete at a national level,” said Sudhanshu Gupta, the chief operating officer (COO) of PFG.Known for being the gaming avenue where you can play games and Full Article
as Coronavirus boosts Chipotle's app and online business, gains the burrito giant believes will last after the pandemic is over By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 22 Apr 2020, 18:25 Chipotle's digital sales grew more than 102% in March, as customers sheltered-in-place, ordering burritos for delivery or pick-up. Chipotle anticipates digital growth to continue to pay off after the pandemic ends, with CEO Brian Niccol saying he expects to see dining rooms begin to reopen "in the next month or two." "Our rewards database just went from 8 million to 12 million," Niccol said. "And that's going to be a very valuable asset." Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.As the restaurant industry faces plunging sales and massive layoffs, mobile apps and digital as rare prospects for growth. On Tuesday, Chipotle reported that its digital sales grew 80.8% in the most recent quarter, accounting for 26.3% of all sales as dining rooms shuttered and customers sheltered in place. Full Article
as How to save an address in the Waze navigation app so you can easily return to your favorite places By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 24 Apr 2020, 09:29 You can save an address in Waze in four ways, all of which will add the destination to your Favorites list. You can save an address in Waze by tapping the three-dotted line that appears next to a location in your Waze History.Another way to save an address in Waze by searching a place and tapping the star icon on the destination's results screen.When you save an address in the Waze app, you simplify the in-app navigation process, helping you get a route quickly, so you're on the road faster. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Waze keeps a running list of your recent trips, whether you were heading to your job or your favorite restaurant. But saving an address in Waze to your "Favorites" is a faster and easier way to set your route and get on the road. Luckily, it's easy to Full Article
as Former T-Mobile CEO John Legere abruptly resigns from the company's board, more than a month before his term was set to expire By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 25 Apr 2020, 03:23 Former T-Mobile CEO John Legere has resigned from the company's board of directors on Friday, according to an SEC report filed by T-Mobile. The abrupt announcement will cut short the remainder of Legere's time in the company by more than a month, as Legere was set to continue as a member of the board until June 4. T-Mobile's report said that Legere had specified that he was not resigning because of any conflicts with management or the board, but did not offer any reason as to the abrupt departure."It has been a privilege and honor to have led T-Mobile as CEO for the past seven and a half years and served on the Board of Directors. And although I will be leaving the Board just a few weeks earlier than planned, be assured that I remain T-Mobile's #1 fan!" Legere said in the announcement. It's Full Article
as This 'Nano House' tiny home on wheels has a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom for only $40,000 — see inside the Wilg By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 25 Apr 2020, 04:54 Full Article
as Smartphone sales in China decrease by 24% due to Coronavirus By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 29 Apr 2020, 12:50 China smartphone market underwent its highest decline in the January-March period due to the impact of coronavirus pandemic and Huawei was the only smartphone player that achieved positive growth (year-on-year), a new report said on Wednesday.Smartphone sales in China fell by 22% (YoY) and 24% (quarter-on-quarter) in Q1 2020, according to Counterpoint's Market Pulse-Monthly Smartphone Sales Tracking service.The top five -- Huawei, OPPO, Vivo, Xiaomi and Apple - accounted for a record 93% of the market, up by six percentage points compared to last year.The market share of Huawei rose to near 40 per cent during the COVID-19 crisis."The drastic fall in Q1 China market was primarily dragged down by the dismal sales of smartphones in February (negative 35%), when the country was severely impacted Full Article
as Google’s mobility report reveals that nearly half of Maharashtra’s workforce went to work despite Coronavirus lockdown By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 4 May 2020, 16:28 According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Maharashtra accounts for the highest number of Coronavirus infections in India.Despite that, almost half of the residents in the state continue to go to their offices, according to Covid-19 mobility report by Google. The report reveals that 47% employees in Maharashtra went to work between March 15 and April 26.The State Police helped companies to shift the equipment from office premises to employees’ residence.Overall, there was a 40% decline in people visiting their places of work. Maharashtra accounts for the highest number of Coronavirus infections in India. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total infections in the state stood at 12,974, including 548 deaths, as on May 4, 2020. Despite that, almost half of Full Article
as Inside a Bay Area family's struggle to save their company during the coronavirus outbreak, as big businesses like Shake Shack beat them to government loans By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 28 Apr 2020, 21:41 The Elzarka family has owned Beninni, a men's formal wear store in Hayward, California, for 30 years. The shop was forced to shut down in the coronavirus lockdown, and has tried and failed to get government assistance loans through the coronavirus relief package.Shady Elzarka, whose dad founded the store, struggled to access either the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Advance (EIDL) and relief from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).Elzarka for weeks heard nothing from the Small Business Administration, through which he applied for an EIDL, or from Bank of America, where he applied for the PPP loan.Meanwhile much larger companies did not struggle to access government funding, some of which public pressure forced them to hand back.After Business Insider contacted Bank of America for Full Article
as Wine businesses and smaller restaurants are getting creative to stay afloat, according to a master sommelier — but even as alcohol purchases boom the industry needs our support By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 1 May 2020, 21:56 Jonathan Ross is one of the 300 master sommeliers in the world: He is an educator for the Guild of Sommeliers, an examiner for the Court of Master Sommeliers, and sits on multiple wine investment advisory boards, as well as founded Micro Wines.He says that although the alcohol industry is booming for large retailers, small businesses are struggling to find ways to stay afloat.Many smaller retailers and restaurants are turning to creative ways of staying open, including virtual tastings, delivery, and designer happy hours.Support your local restaurants and wine sellers now if you want them to survive this lockdown period.Click here for more BI Prime stories.With a substantial amount of lockdown time under our belts, people around the world have found creative ways to remain social, active, Full Article
as Grubhub receipt sparks outrage as it reveals the company took a $666 cut from a pizza restaurant's $1042 in total orders By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 2 May 2020, 01:25 Giuseppe Badalamenti, the owner of Chicago Pizza Boss, posted his March Grubhub earnings statement on Facebook, and it showed that the delivery platform took around 70% of its $1000 earnings through the platform."Stop believing you are supporting your community by ordering from a 3rd party delivery company," Badalamenti wrote on Facebook."Restaurant owners select the services they want and only pay a commission to Grubhub when we help generate sales," a Grubhub spokesperson told Business Insider. Grubhub, which is part of the same company as Seamless, has come under fire for asking users to oppose San Francisco's order to slash its commission fees for restaurants from an average of 30% to 15%.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Grubhub claims to be helping local restaurants. Full Article
as Relief loans are going to areas with pre-existing bank relationships instead of most infected regions, Fed economists find By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 6 May 2020, 21:32 Paycheck Protection Program, or PPP, loan approvals are more concentrated in areas with existing small business-bank partnerships instead of regions hit hardest by the coronavirus, Federal Reserve Bank of New York economists wrote Wednesday. Virus hotspots including New York, New Jersey, Michigan, and Pennsylvania are receiving fewer PPP loan approvals per small business than less-affected states.The economists found "strong similarity" between states with high proportions of small business-bank financing relationships and PPP loan issuance.States with larger shares of community banks also issued a greater proportion of relief loans, the Fed found.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Emergency loans issued by the Small Business Administration have been more concentrated in areas Full Article
as The second round of the government's program to help small business is under way. This map shows where the money has gone so far. By www.businessinsider.in Published On :: 8 May 2020, 03:08 The Paycheck Protection Program is a key component of the federal government's response to the economic devastation caused by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.After the initial $350 billion allocated for the small business loans at the heart of the program was exhausted in just two weeks, Congress appropriated an additional $320 billion in funding.A recent Small Business Administration report shows where that second round of funding has gone so far.While the first round largely went to more rural states on a per-capita basis, much of the $175 billion from the second round that was dispersed as of May 1 has gone to larger, harder-hit states.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.The novel coronavirus has ravaged the US economy, with more than 33 million Americans filing for unemployment Full Article
as Sydneys skyline splashed with colour for Vivid festival By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 22 May 2014 10:27:35 GMT For 18 days starting on Friday, Sydney will be transformed into an interactive, creative playground that bursts with colour for Vivid Sydney 2014. Full Article
as Grace Jones sings topless as part of the Vivid Sydney celebrations By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Sun, 31 May 2015 17:46:39 GMT Grace Jones is known as an eclectic singer, who's performance is as much about the outfits as it is about her voice and the 67-year-old didn't disappoint on stage in Sydney on Sunday. Full Article
as Guy Sebastian arrives at Sensis x Vivid Sydney event By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 05 Jun 2017 16:26:01 GMT Guy Sebastian has been known to experiment with style during his years in the celebrity spotlight. Full Article
as Guy Sebastian morphs into hipster for Vivid Sydney event By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 06 Jun 2017 07:30:28 GMT Since being crowned the winner of Australian Idol in 2003, he's experimented with fashion. Full Article
as Vivid Sydney 2018: Solange confirms Australian extras will be paid for Sydney Opera House show By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 01 Jun 2018 18:40:39 GMT Solange Knowles is setting the record straight about a recent call for extras to join the musician on stage at 2018 Vivid Live festival for free. Solange is now claiming the person who posted it was misinformed. Full Article
as SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: England have their mojo back but please, no more idiotic behaviour By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 08:33:38 GMT SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I was really impressed with how England bounced back from their World Cup final disappointment because that will have been difficult. Full Article
as Eddie Jones in talks over staying on as England boss until 2023 By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 09:12:09 GMT England were on course for their first Six Nations title since 2017 after Scotland stunned title favourites France at Murrayfield. Full Article