Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
Wayne Rogers walked away from MASH after three seasons, leaving behind one of the most beloved characters on television. That decision, driven by creative differences and a desire for more film roles, reshaped both his career and public perception. This article traces how Rogers’ departure set the stage for a life that included acting, investing, … Read more
Everyone remembers that first time they saw Michael Shannon on screen—the unsettling calm, the eyes that seem to hold a coming storm. He didn’t start as a star; he was a Kentucky kid on the high school speech team, an alternate who never got to compete, and that quiet beginning shaped the actor who now … Read more
If you live along Australia’s east coast, you’ve likely seen the distinctive yellow flower spikes of Banksia integrifolia, better known as the coast banksia. This hardy native tree doesn’t just survive in salt-laden coastal winds and poor sandy soils — it thrives there, making it a go‑to choice for seaside gardens. Whether you’re wondering about … Read more
Aesha Scott has been a familiar face on Below Deck Mediterranean since 2019, but the New Zealand chief stew has spent 2026 making headlines for reasons beyond the yacht. From a wedding in Tauranga to her return for Season 11, Scott’s life is moving fast — and fans are keeping up with every update. Instagram … Read more
For two decades, Kelly Clarkson has been the voice millions turn to for comfort, whether through her Grammy-winning ballads or her daily talk show couch. But behind the spotlight, she’s weathered a series of personal storms that would test anyone. Here’s a clear-eyed look at her health battles, family losses, divorce, and what’s next — … Read more
Few characters in modern television have earned the quiet, fierce loyalty that viewers feel for Kim Wexler. Rhea Seehorn brought that character to life across six seasons of Better Call Saul, and this article separates the facts from the rumors about her personal life and career, including her well-documented friendship with Bob Odenkirk. Born: May … Read more
Every French tennis fan knows the buzz that follows a rising star, but Arthur Fils feels different. At just 20 years old, he has already cracked the world’s top 50, won his first ATP title, and become the next great hope of French tennis — all while his parents, Anne and Jean-Philippe, remain the central … Read more
Few comedians left a mark as sharp and warm as Phil Hartman, yet his name often brings up a chilling question first: what happened that night in 1998? His story weaves together a brilliant career on Saturday Night Live and The Simpsons with a domestic tragedy that shocked the country. Born: September 24, 1948 · … Read more
It’s not every day that a singer-songwriter steps away from the spotlight for more than a decade and returns with an album that lands on the charts. Danielle Spencer did just that in 2023 with Regenerate, but her story stretches far beyond her music. Birth date: 16 May 1969 · Nationality: Australian · Profession: Singer, … Read more
In a family known for commanding the screen, it’s easy to miss the person shaping who appears on it. Eija Skarsgård is the only sister among eight children of actor Stellan Skarsgård, and while her brothers have become household names, she has built a career behind the camera as a casting director. Birth year: 1992 … Read more