Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
For decades, the name Myra Hindley has been synonymous with one of Britain’s most notorious crimes, but behind the headlines lies a complex legal story that continues to shape how the UK handles life sentences and parole, and this article lays out the verified facts, official sources, and the questions that still remain. Number of … Read more
Few monarchs have left a mark on England quite like Henry VIII. His reign reshaped the country’s religion, laws, and identity — all driven, in large part, by his personal life. From six wives to a break with Rome that still echoes today, this article separates the facts from the myths surrounding one of history’s … Read more
The Lakers traded Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks for Luka Dončić on February 2, 2025 — a deal so stunning that LeBron James told reporters he spent two days thinking it was a hoax. This article covers the trade details, Davis’s injury timeline, LeBron’s reaction, and how it ranks among the worst deals in … Read more
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