Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
A candidate who spent years shaping policy from the inside suddenly found herself on the other side—fighting for a seat by a margin of just 26 votes. Gisele Kapterian’s run for the Liberal-held seat of Bradfield in the 2025 federal election ended in a concession after a court challenge, but her career as a trade … Read more
He sold 40 million albums as the face of nu metal, yet Fred Durst’s legacy is equally shaped by military service, public feuds, and a bizarre encounter with Eddie Van Halen involving a gun and a military vehicle. This is the story of how the son of Gastonia became rock’s most enduring lightning rod. Birth … Read more
Most great fortunes start with a lucky break, but few begin with a bad‑weather flight over a remote Australian mountain range. On 16 November 1952, Lang Hancock was flying low over the Hamersley Range when he spotted a black outcrop that turned out to be one of the world’s largest iron ore deposits. Full name: … Read more
Few figures in punk rock history stir as much fascination as Sid Vicious. His life was a whirlwind of chaos, music, and tragedy, ending at just 21 years old. But even decades later, the questions surrounding his death and his relationship with Nancy Spungen remain as sharp as ever. Age at death: 21 years old … Read more
Few characters in comedy have left an imprint quite like Dame Edna Everage, but behind the sequins and the put-downs was her creator, Barry Humphries, who died in April 2023 at age 89. His passing closed a curtain on a six-decade career and opened a divisive family debate over the $12 million estate left behind. … Read more
You might know Sasha Grey from her early days in adult film, but her career took a sharp turn years ago. Today, she’s more likely to be found behind a microphone, on a Twitch stream, or writing a novel. This article breaks down where she is now, why she left the industry, and the many … Read more
If you’ve scrolled through TikTok or flipped through a high-fashion magazine, you’ve probably come across Alex Consani. At 21, she has built a career that bridges runway couture and viral social media. Age: 21 (born July 23, 2003) · Height: 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) · Instagram followers: 4M · TikTok followers: 6.8M · … Read more
When Nikola Jokić hyperextended his left knee during a game in Miami in March 2025, the news sent Nuggets fans scrambling for answers. The injury was diagnosed as a left knee hyperextension, and Jokić was expected to miss at least four weeks, according to the Associated Press. NBA MVP Awards: 3 (2021, 2022, 2024) · … Read more
David McCallum, best known to modern audiences as Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard on NCIS, died at age 90 on 25 September 2023, leaving a legacy spanning six decades from Glasgow to Hollywood. This article traces his journey and the questions his departure left unanswered. Born: 19 September 1933, Glasgow, Scotland · Died: 25 September 2023, … Read more
Few pop stars navigate the transition from child actor to global superstar as quickly as Olivia Rodrigo. This article brings together verified facts about her health disclosures, relationships, net worth, and career milestones. Full name: Olivia Isabel Rodrigo · Date of birth: February 20, 2003 · Age: 22 (as of 2025) · Height: 5’5″ (165 … Read more