Jessica Riga
Jessica Riga is a Digital Journalist with the national ABC News online team. She specialises in live blogging and explainer content, and has live blogged the COVID-19 pandemic, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the 2022 Australian federal election.
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Barbenheimer 2.0: Will Wicked and Gladiator 2 create another box office phenomenon?
Wicked, the highly anticipated screen adaption of the Broadway musical, will now be released on the same day as Ridley Scott's Gladiator 2, setting the stage for a box office showdown similar to Barbenheimer.
One of the most famous book covers in history just sold for nearly $3 million
Thomas Taylor was just 23 years old when he landed his first professional commission to illustrate the first Harry Potter book cover. It's now sold at auction for $2.8 million.
Home where Marilyn Monroe lived and died avoids demolition after being deemed a historical landmark
Marilyn Monroe's home will not be demolished after the LA City Council deems the property a historical landmark, thwarting the plans of neighbours to expand their estate.
Julian Assange says PM 'saved his life', his lawyer reveals, while his wife asks for him to be given time to recover — as it happened
Julian Assange is a free man, after a US federal judge sentenced him to time already served in prison. Look back through our blog to see how the day's events unfolded.
All the looks from Vogue World: Paris as Serena Williams and Sabrina Carpenter make surprise runway cameos
The third iteration of Vogue World has set up camp in the French capital ahead of next month's Olympics, putting on a parade in the city's Place Vendôme.
'Incredibly angry': What to know about the UK's insider gambling scandal
Rishi Sunak's campaign to hold onto government has gone from bad to worse, as multiple figures within his orbit become embroiled in a rapidly escalating scandal.
Between the flu, COVID and RSV, we have 'so many things circulating simultaneously'. Here's what the data says
It's not an extraordinary year in terms of the flu or RSV "in isolation", but this year's winter season is unusual because there are many things circulating together.
Beyoncé can sell out stadiums — here's why she's now selling shampoo
It's hard to name an A-Lister who has yet to launch their own cosmetics line. As celebrities become less the face of brands and start becoming founders, some of the biggest names show where this billion-dollar industry is heading.
Big Weekend of Books talks murder with Richard Osman and fantasy with Samantha Shannon
Some of the biggest names in publishing sat down with RN to talk all things literary for the Big Weekend of Books. Catch up on all the highlights from our jam-packed schedule in our blog.
'Exactly the guy we're looking for': How the search for Michael Mosley unfolded
The disappearance of Dr Michael Mosley caught the world's attention. The days-long search operation ended when a cameraman spotted "something black" on the rocks that had been searched "I don't know how many times".
Michael Mosley thought he had melanoma. His actual diagnosis sparked a diet trend that swept the globe
Dr Michael Mosley was a mainstay on British television and popularised a health trend that influenced millions around the world. But his journey to worldwide recognition started with a surprising diagnosis.
Your guide to Donald Trump's other criminal court cases following his guilty verdict
Donald Trump has been found guilty in a hush money trial, but his legal woes are far from over. As he continues his bid to retake the White House, here’s a status update on his other court cases.
Will Donald Trump go to jail? Can he still be president? Here's what happens next
Donald Trump may have been found guilty on all counts for illegally covering up a hush money payment, but the verdict will not prevent the former president from pursuing his campaign to retake the White House.
Why Britain's Tories are taking a page out of Trump's playbook — and why it's not working
Jabs about ageism during an election have now made their way across the pond, with the Conservatives taking a page out of Donald Trump's playbook just one week into the campaign.
As Queensland trials 50c public transport fares, experts say there are more ways to improve our commute
Nationally, most of us opt to get behind the wheel when it comes to commuting to work. But as one Australian state slashes public transport fares, experts say there's more to do in improving the way we get around.
Met Gala quiz: From hoof-like heels to a bag of chips, can you guess the celebrity from these extreme close-ups?
The Met Gala gave us hundreds of celebrity looks to pick apart, but can you remember the finer details among all those floral gowns? Take our quiz to find out.
From Zendaya's double looks to Chris Hemsworth's debut, see all the glamour from the Met Gala – as it happened
The Met Gala is over for another year. Stars of film, fashion, music, sports, politics and social media graced New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art for the biggest night in the fashion calendar.
'People don't know where to go': Why social media feels so different right now, and where it's all heading
If you've lived online long enough for Facebook to start dredging up embarrassing status updates from a decade ago, chances are you've picked up on a distinct vibe shift in our virtual world.
Is The Tortured Poets Department a sign of genius, or does Taylor Swift need an editor?
Taylor Swift commands the world's attention yet again with her new album The Tortured Poets Department. We unpack the best moments and greatest disappointments of this two-hour-long emotional rollercoaster.
Read all of Sarah J. Maas's smutty fantasy books and need something new? We've got you
We've got you with recommendations for eight series that will make you forget Rhysand ever had your heart — spice rating included.
Why The Tortured Poets Department could spell trouble for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour
The Tortured Poets Department could very well break streaming records, but it also poses a headache for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour. How do you include another album into a show that's already over three hours long?
Sophie Kinsella, bestselling author of Shopaholic series, reveals 'aggressive' brain cancer diagnosis
British author Sophie Kinsella, who penned the bestselling Shopaholic series, reveals she has been "diagnosed with glioblastoma, a form of aggressive brain cancer".
'He fought for his life': Survival tale emerges weeks after Baltimore Bridge collapse
It's been three weeks since Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed under the impact of a wayward cargo ship. In the midst of an FBI investigation, a remarkable story of survival has emerged.
From Zendaya to Margot Robbie, 'method dressing' is Hollywood's latest obsession
Whether it's Margot Robbie dressed in head-to-toe pink for Barbie, or Zendaya wearing a robot suit at the premiere of Dune's sequel, celebrities are using fashion to take their storytelling beyond the screen.
'Do I need to give a billionaire more money?' How Taylor Swift's financial status collides with fans
Taylor Swift is officially a billionaire, with Forbes confirming the megastar is the first artist to reach the wealthy status solely from songwriting and performing