Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
There’s a strange kind of freedom that comes with losing almost everything after a few decades of fame — and John Cleese, the lanky backbone of Monty Python, knows it better than most. At 85, he’s still touring, still tweeting, and still making headlines for reasons that have little to do with the Ministry of … Read more
There’s a reason viewers keep coming back to Grantchester: Robson Green brings a warmth that makes even the quietest moments feel lived-in. But what about the life he leads when the cameras stop rolling? Over the years, the actor has built a steady television career while quietly navigating two marriages, a divorce, fatherhood, and a … Read more
If you’ve ever watched a Harry Potter film and wondered why the actor playing Cho Chang sounds Scottish while the character herself seems to have East Asian roots, you’ve stumbled into one of the franchise’s more intriguing adaptation puzzles. The actress, Katie Leung, is a Scottish-Chinese performer born in Dundee, while the book character’s nationality … Read more
There’s a peculiar thing that happens when a comedian’s biggest punchline turns out to be real life. Dane Cook spent the mid-2000s on top of the comedy world, selling out arenas and starring in Hollywood films, then watched much of it unravel through a family betrayal that cost him millions. This is the story behind … Read more
For anyone who’s watched Apple TV+’s Shrinking, Alice isn’t just the teenage daughter navigating grief—she’s the emotional center of the series. The actress bringing her to life, Lukita Maxwell, carries a background as layered as her character’s: born in Jakarta, raised between Bali and Utah, and fluent in both English and Indonesian. Age: 24 (born … Read more
Anyone who remembers sitting down for Pixar’s The Incredibles in 2004 probably recalls one thing immediately: the sheer size of Bob Parr. Mr. Incredible is a character built on a quiet contradiction — a superhero who looks like your next-door neighbor but hits like a freight train, and this profile breaks down everything from his … Read more
Most people first meet Ben Lawson as a charming stranger from Designated Survivor, 13 Reasons Why, or Firefly Lane — and for Australian audiences, he’s Frazer Yeats from Neighbours. Born in Brisbane on 6 February 1980, Lawson has built a cross-Pacific career from Australian soap operas to Hollywood productions. Birth date: 6 February 1980 · … Read more
You’ve seen them in films, as police partners, and maybe in your own neighbourhood — German Shepherds command respect and curiosity in equal measure. This guide cuts through the hype to give you a clear picture of what it really means to own one in Ireland, from the legal obligations to the health risks and … Read more
Johnny Cash wore black, sang about prisoners, and built a legend out of hard truths and soft regrets. He was accused of being a wild man, adored as a folk hero, and spent his final years making art that felt like a long goodbye. Born: February 26, 1932, Kingsland, Arkansas · Died: September 12, 2003, … Read more
Few footballers have sparked as much fascination, frustration, and pure admiration as Neymar Jr., whether you’re watching his dazzling footwork at Santos or reading headlines about his latest injury. After a 981-day absence from the Brazil national team, he returned in a 3-0 win over Scotland on June 25, 2026, leaving fans wondering what comes … Read more