Arts
Peter Ivany.
September 25, 2026, 5:00 pm
Ivany warns of breakaway arts push
'Some of these [boards] have now been taken over by ideologues who divide the world into oppressors and oppressed ... They label you. You can't put a label on yourself'
By Gareth Narunsky
Ed Sheeran speaks at the start of a concert in Philadelphia. Photos: Screenshots/Ed Sheeran via Instagram/X
September 22, 2026, 10:38 am
Ed Sheeran takes the stage alone amid tour chaos
Ed Sheeran acknowledges October 7 and Jewish pain, but faces criticism over his comments on the war in Gaza.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Noah Wyle win the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series Award for "The Pitt" at the 78th Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Alberto Rodriguez/Deadline via Getty Images
September 16, 2026, 11:37 am
Wyle wins Emmy as one of TV’s most Jewish doctors
Noah Wyle wins his second consecutive Emmy for portraying Jewish doctor Robby in The Pitt
By Andrew Silow-Carroll
Photo: Social media
September 7, 2026, 11:03 am
Sheeran urged to drop Macklemore from tour
Israeli concertgoers say they felt ambushed as Macklemore chanted ‘Free Palestine’ and performed ‘Hind’s Hall’.
By TOI STAFF
The Queenscliff Hotel on the foreshore in the Victorian seaside town. Photo: Neisha Breen
August 31, 2026, 1:48 pm
New lease of life for historic hotels
Major renovations have transformed two hotels into luxury holiday havens in the Victorian town of Queenscliff.
By Danny Gocs
Shai Abramson sings with Chutney and the Moriah College primary choir.Photo: Giselle Haber Photography
August 20, 2026, 11:30 am
Communities sing as one from Sydney to Melbourne
Rabbi Glasman from St Kilda Shule said the evening's impact went beyond the music itself.
By Jessica Abelsohn & Liz Rudenko
High above Queenstown at Bob’s Peak are Gaby and Danny Gocs with grandchildren (from left) Ava, Millie and Oscar.
August 4, 2026, 10:51 am
Family fun in New Zealand’s ski capital
An overseas multi-generation trip has its challenges, but travelling to a family-friendly city such as Queenstown helps make it enjoyable for all ages.
By Danny Gocs
Debra Messing. Photo: Gita Bass
May 28, 2026, 12:54 pm
When Debra Messing found her voice
Sitcom icon and outspoken advocate Debra Messing talks Will & Grace, Jewish identity and exploring dual citizenship after October 7.
By Brigit Grant
Girl (Sian Fuller) and Guy (Mark Taylor) team up to record an album in the musical Once. Photos: Natalie Edge
May 18, 2026, 3:11 pm
Powerful love story takes centre stage in Once
The AJN reviews a new production of the award-winning musical Once that has premiered in Melbourne.
By Danny Gocs
Israel's 2026 Eurovision contestant Noam Bettan. Photo: The Times of Israel / Yair Sigron
May 11, 2026, 10:57 am
Noam Bettan is ready ‘to enjoy the journey’
28-year-old singer, born in Israel to French parents, says his years of ‘Sisyphean work’ in the music industry have made him ready to shine ‘the light I have to give to the world’.
By AMY SPIRO
Photos by Christina Horsten/picture alliance via Getty Images; The New York Public Library Digital Collections; The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre via the NYT
May 4, 2026, 10:30 am
The Jewish Roots of the Met Gala
Behind all the spectacle and glamour is a story that begins with two Jewish women, Irene Lewisohn and Aline Bernstein.
By Darina Granik
Noam Bettan. Photo: Yael Abas Guisky/Flash90
April 23, 2026, 1:15 pm
Israel’s unshakeable Eurovision legacy
Since Israel joined the Eurovision family in 1973, it has enjoyed a magical run of success, being described as a powerhouse in the competition. Jessica Abelsohn explores the history of Israel's participation.
By Jessica Abelsohn
April 23, 2026, 1:10 pm
Saltpillar brings Beau Jest back to Melbourne
Saltpillar Theatre returns with Beau Jest in a full circle revival of the play it first staged in Australia.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Crown Princess in Sydney Harbour during a recent cruise.
March 31, 2026, 2:38 pm
Serving up Pesach meals onboard ship
Plenty of planning goes into providing Pesach food for Carnival Corporation ships cruising in Australasian waters.
By Danny Gocs
DJ Haram, Zubeyda Muzeyyen. Photo: Instagram
March 23, 2026, 2:53 pm
MinterEllison pulls logo from Biennale
Sponsor fallout deepens after antisemitic chants at Biennale opening, as police probe and partners distance.
By Sharyn Kolieb
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