Bruno Mars Is Not in Gambling Debt, MGM Says

After rumors circulated that Bruno Mars would need a bit of 24-karat magic to pay back the millions he reportedly owed MGM Resorts in gambling debt, the hospitality empire is clearing the air. “We’re proud of our relationship with Bruno Mars, one of the world’s most thrilling and dynamic performers,” MGM Resorts International said in…

HECS relief but universities, students still waiting for answers as budget reality dampens promise of historic ‘accord’

In short: $1.1 billion will be spent over five years on initiatives such as HECS relief, addressing “poverty placement” and better access to courses. A “needs based” funding system has also been promised from January 2026, to boost the number of students from First Nations families. What’s next? The government will establish a new, beefed up regulator to…