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Adelaide Writers' Week Cancelled for 2026
Australia's longest-running free literary festival, Adelaide Writers' Week, has been cancelled for 2026, leaving a cultural void. Explore its cherished history and the community's profound sense of loss.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 cancelled amid boycott
The 2026 Adelaide Writers' Week has been scrapped following a mass author boycott and board resignations, sparked by a dispute over Palestinian Australian writer Randa Abdel-Fattah. Explore the fallout and looming defamation case.
Mock the Week Returns: Dara Ó Briain on BBC End & TLC Reboot
Comedian Dara Ó Briain reflects on Mock the Week's 'insane' final BBC episodes and its highly anticipated return with a new series on TLC starting February 1st.
Australian Open Opening Week Breaks Attendance Records
The Australian Open's 'Opening Week' has shattered attendance records, highlighting a new era where Grand Slams are three-week festivals. Discover how the US Open and others are following suit.
Free Yoga at Tate Britain for Wellness Week
Tate Britain hosts free yoga and life drawing sessions in its galleries for 16-25 year olds during Wellness Week, 16-24 January 2026. Sign up to Tate Collective for access.
Adelaide Festival Apologises to Randa Abdel-Fattah
The Adelaide Festival has issued a full apology to Palestinian-Australian writer Randa Abdel-Fattah after disinviting her, sparking a mass boycott. She is now invited for 2027 and considers defamation action. Read the full story.
Adelaide Writers' Week embroiled in free speech row
New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman claims he was disinvited from the 2024 Adelaide Writers' Week, sparking accusations of hypocrisy and censorship. Explore the deepening controversy.
Adelaide Festival Apologises to Randa Abdel-Fattah
The Adelaide Festival board issues a public apology to writer Randa Abdel-Fattah and invites her to 2027 Writers' Week after a free speech controversy. Read the full story.
SA Premier Faces Defamation Notice Over Author Comments
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas receives a legal concerns notice from author Randa Abdel-Fattah following the cancellation of Adelaide Writers' Week. Read the latest on the escalating fallout.
Adelaide Writers' Week branded 'cultural vandalism'
Former festival director Louise Adler slams governance as 'cultural vandalism'. Plus, author Craig Silvey's promotions halted and Victoria's premier faces fire-hit community anger.
Mock the Week revival confirmed with Dara Ó Briain
The beloved satirical panel show Mock the Week is returning after four years, with host Dara Ó Briain confirmed for a new series on TLC starting 1st February 2026. Read all the details.
Australian Literary Festival Cancelled After Mass Boycott
Adelaide Writers' Week collapses after board's decision to exclude Palestinian Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah prompts mass speaker withdrawals and resignations. Read the full story.
Adelaide Writers' Week cancelled after mass author boycott
The 2026 Adelaide Writers' Week has been scrapped following a mass withdrawal of over 180 participants, triggered by the disinvitation of author Randa Abdel-Fattah. The festival board has resigned.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Cancelled Following Backlash
The Adelaide Festival board cancels its 2026 Writers' Week and resigns after disinviting Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking a mass boycott. Read the full story.
Adelaide Writers' Week Future in Doubt Amid Culture Wars
The prestigious Adelaide Writers' Week faces an existential crisis in 2026. Will the festival survive the pressures of modern cultural debates? Discover the details and what's at stake.
Literary Director Quits Over Author Disinvitation
Louise Adler resigns as Adelaide Writers' Week director after board cancels Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah's invitation. Over 180 writers withdraw in protest.
Festival Director Quits Over Censorship Row
Louise Adler resigns as Adelaide Writers' Week director after board disinvites Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking a free speech crisis and mass withdrawals.
Australian Open: 21-Day Event with Paid Opening Week
The Australian Open has transformed into a 21-day spectacle, with a new paid 'Opening Week' featuring tennis, concerts, and a $1m showcase. Discover how it's breaking attendance records.
Ardern joins boycott of Adelaide Writers' Week
Former NZ PM Jacinda Ardern withdraws from Adelaide Writers' Week, joining a major boycott over the cancellation of Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah. Discover the full story behind the festival's crisis.
Journalist quits festival over speaker removal
Award-winning journalist Peter Greste withdraws from Adelaide Writers' Week in protest against the removal of author Randa Abdel-Fattah, warning that silencing voices aids extremists.
Festival Board Accused of Inconsistency Over Writer Cancellations
The Adelaide Festival board faces accusations of hypocrisy after documents reveal it refused to cancel a pro-Israel columnist in 2024, but removed Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah in 2026. Explore the controversy.
Adelaide Festival Drops Speaker, Sparking Censorship Row
South Australian Premier denies pressuring festival board to disinvite Randa Abdel-Fattah, as 11 cultural leaders condemn the 'grave mistake'. Read the full story.
Corrie Spoilers: Becky's Revenge, Pregnancy Shock & Court Drama
Next week on Coronation Street, Becky threatens to destroy Lisa's life, a pregnancy test causes chaos at Bertie's party, and Debbie faces court. Get all the spoilers and videos here.
Emmerdale Spoilers: Dead Body Found in Shocking Twist
Emmerdale spoilers reveal a dead body is found at the depot, sparking a major police search. Get all the video previews and details for next week's explosive episodes.
Week in 20 Pictures: Global Unrest and UK Storm
A dramatic week captured in images: Venezuela's president captured, Russian strikes on Kyiv, US protests, and Storm Goretti hits Britain. See the world's defining moments.
Sky News Picture Editors' Weekly Image Selection
Explore this week's most powerful global images, from a dramatic firefighter rescue in Kosovo to the stark social contrasts in Santa Fe. See the full gallery now.
Best Films on TV: The Rip, Ballad of Wallis Island & More
Your weekly guide to the top films on UK television and streaming, featuring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's tense thriller 'The Rip' and Tim Key's heartwarming Britcom. Don't miss these seven picks.
Authors boycott Adelaide festival over Palestinian speaker cancellation
Dozens of prominent writers, including Miles Franklin winner Michelle de Kretser, have withdrawn from Adelaide Writers' Week in protest after the festival cancelled Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah's appearance. The board cited 'cultural s
Adelaide Festival removes author over 'cultural sensitivity'
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Palestinian advocate Randa Abdel-Fattah from its Writers' Week lineup, citing 'cultural sensitivity' after the Bondi attack. The author accuses the board of racism, leading to sponsor and writer withdrawals.
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