Those visiting Paris for the Olympics might have been expecting to soak up some French culture over the next couple of weeks, but a lucky few have also been treated to a distinctly Australian-themed show: the Nutbush…

A pet parrot causing a ruckus (and a damage bill) in 62yo Jonny Clothier’s University of Bristol accommodation hasn’t stopped him from graduating – even if it’s 41 years late… Officials waived the outstanding bill, allowing Clothier to claim his degree alongside his youngest son last week.

An iconic Star Wars costume has just gone under the hammer… Princess Leia’s 7-piece gold bikini – worn by Carrie Fisher in 1983’s Return of the Jedi – fetched $266,000 at Heritage Auctions in the US, up from the $146,000 it last sold for in 2015. Inflation, eh…