Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
Few athletes define a sport’s growth the way Ali Brigginshaw has in women’s rugby league. When she announced her retirement from State of Origin in January 2026, it marked the end of a 17-year journey that began as a teenager in Ipswich — a career that took her from the North Ipswich Tigers to the … Read more
If you’ve spent any time on YouTube following US politics, you’ve likely come across Brian Tyler Cohen — the sharp progressive voice who has become one of the platform’s most-watched independent commentators. Born on January 12, 1989 (Wikipedia (user-contributed encyclopedia)), Cohen graduated from Lehigh University before transitioning from acting to political commentary. Born: January 12, … Read more
Buddy Hield has hopscotched across the NBA, always carrying a three-point shot, but his latest move to Atlanta raises questions about whether the veteran sharpshooter has found a home or is just passing through again. Here’s what you need to know about his winding career, his family nickname, and where he stands now. Age: 33 … Read more
Few child stars manage to reinvent themselves as smoothly as Neil Patrick Harris. From Doogie Howser to Barney Stinson, he’s proven his range — but his real story goes beyond the screen. Married to David Burtka since 2014 and father to twins via surrogacy, Harris has also spoken openly about his sobriety and his evolving … Read more
There’s a certain weight that comes with the last name Bachchan in Indian cinema. Abhishek Bachchan has carried that name through a career of over 70 films, a high-profile marriage, and constant public curiosity. Born on 5 February 1976 in Mumbai, according to IMDb (film database), he made his debut in 2000’s Refugee. Here’s what … Read more
Few names cause as much head-scratching as Andy Lee — but the two people behind it couldn’t be further apart. One is a former WBO middleweight champion from Limerick who traded punches for a world title; the other is the funny half of Hamish & Andy, engaged to makeup artist Rebecca Harding. Born (boxer): 11 … Read more
You know the face, the voice, the perfectly timed smile. At 50, he’s juggling two of America’s biggest shows, living with Tourette syndrome, and worth an estimated $450 million. Age: 50 years (born December 24, 1974) · Height: 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) · Net Worth: $450 million (estimated) · Years Active: 1990–present · … Read more
There’s a reason people still quote Austin Powers lines two decades later. The spy comedy franchise, created by Mike Myers, turned the James Bond formula into a pop-culture phenomenon that defined late-90s comedy. Number of films: 3 · Release years: 1997, 1999, 2002 · Total box office: $473 million (Box Office Mojo) · Creator and … Read more
Annie Knight has been popping up across news feeds for reasons that range from record-breaking to genuinely concerning. The Australian OnlyFans creator drew international attention in May 2025 when she claimed to have slept with 583 partners in six hours — an event that led to hospitalization, a media storm, and a complicated conversation about … Read more
Fans of Stranger Things have watched Nancy Wheeler grow from a high school reporter to a fierce Vecna-fighter across four seasons. But off-screen, the actress who plays her, Natalia Dyer, leads a life that often blurs with the character’s romantic tangles – most notably her real‑world relationship with co‑star Charlie Heaton. Portrayed by: Natalia Dyer … Read more