Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
When a familiar face suddenly vanishes from the news cycle, curiosity follows. For Nick Xenophon — the former South Australian senator known for his independent streak — that silence broke in early 2024 when he revealed he had been diagnosed with a benign brain tumor the previous year. This article separates confirmed facts from lingering … Read more
When Natasha Lyonne decided to share a relapse after years of sobriety, she reminded fans that recovery isn’t linear. This article cuts through the rumors and lays out what’s actually known about her health, her family, and where she stands today—backed by the most reliable sources available. Born: November 4, 1979 · Occupation: Actress, director, … Read more
It’s rare for an athlete to switch football codes and reach the top in both, but Jarryd Hayne did just that—from NRL star with the Parramatta Eels to an NFL running back with the San Francisco 49ers. His career later became overshadowed by a sexual assault case that ended with a successful appeal and his … Read more
For anyone who likes to book cinema tickets weeks in advance, the 2026 release calendar is finally taking shape. While a slew of titles from major studios are already pinned to specific dates in Ireland, the UK, and the US, some dates remain provisional — and knowing where to check matters. This guide pinpoints confirmed … Read more
There’s a moment in Sex Education when Adam Groff—head tilted, jaw tight—turns a line into something unexpectedly tender, and that’s Connor Swindells’ signature: he makes you feel the weight of a character before he’s said much at all. From a boxing gym in Sussex to the fantastical sets of Barbie, his rise has been equal … Read more
Skateboarding prodigy turned TV star turned CEO of Existence — Rob Dyrdek’s career is a study in reinvention. At 49, he’s built a business empire that spans 18 brands and reportedly earned him a net worth north of $100 million. But between a massive MTV salary revealed in court documents, the recent cancellation of his … Read more
Simon Pegg has spent two decades making people laugh, on British telly, in blockbuster franchises, and opposite some of the biggest stars alive. But the man behind Benji Dunn and Scotty also navigated a very personal battle with alcohol and built a family out of the spotlight. This piece lays out what’s fact, what’s fuzzy, … Read more
James Packer has lived a life few can imagine: heir to a casino fortune, ex-fiancé of one of pop’s biggest stars, and a figure whose health battles made headlines. His story since 2016 has been one of dramatic highs and lows, from a $50 million lawsuit to stepping away from the company his father built. … Read more
Ted Kaczynski, a mathematics prodigy turned domestic terrorist, waged a 17‑year mail‑bombing campaign that killed three people and injured 23 others before his own brother identified him through his published manifesto. His arrest in 1996 ended one of the longest‑running domestic terror investigations in U.S. history. Full name: Theodore John Kaczynski · Also known as: … Read more
Two very different women share the name Sarah Ferguson — one is a hard-nosed Australian investigative journalist, the other a British duchess and former royal. The journalist Sarah Ferguson has spent decades at the ABC asking tough questions on 7.30 and Four Corners, while the Duchess of York, also named Sarah Ferguson, has faced her … Read more