Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
Few voices in 1980s pop were as instantly recognisable as Pete Burns’s. The Dead or Alive frontman died suddenly on 23 October 2016, aged 57, but nearly a decade later, the questions around his death, identity and finances still circulate — this is what the records actually show. Born: 5 August 1959, Port Sunlight, near … Read more
Most people can’t name the actor playing Netflix’s most chaotic diplomat until a photo appears — then it’s “oh, him.” That’s Rufus Sewell, born in Twickenham in 1967, an actor who has spent three decades playing morally complicated men on stage, film, and streaming, moving from sci-fi cult hero to Prince Andrew without blinking. Born: … Read more
Spider-Man has a way of making headlines even when he’s not on screen — the latest example landed on March 31, 2025, when Sony and Marvel revealed the official title of the fourth Tom Holland film — Spider-Man: Brand New Day — and locked a July 31, 2026 theatrical release, per the entertainment outlet Yahoo … Read more
You’ve seen it on everyone from athletes to streetwear fans — the slim, sleek Nike Tech Fleece hoodie that somehow keeps you warm without feeling like a puffy jacket. But behind the clean look is a product that’s been around since 2013, and it’s still sparking questions about price, authenticity, and whether it’s still cool … Read more
Anyone who watched Stranger Things season 2 probably remembers Billy Hargrove — the mullet, the muscle car, the character you loved to hate. The actor behind him, Dacre Montgomery, has been the subject of online speculation ever since his character’s death in season 3. Born: 22 November 1994 · Birthplace: Perth, Western Australia · Known … Read more
Fans who watched Kiss’s Spaceman prowl arena stages learned a harder truth this fall: Ace Frehley’s final weeks were as rough as any he’d survived. The founding Kiss guitarist died on October 16, 2025, at 74, after a fall at his home studio, with a medical examiner’s ruling, a private funeral, and Gene Simmons’s blunt … Read more
Few R&B artists have sparked as much curiosity about their background as Brent Faiyaz. With a stage name that sounds worldly and a persona that keeps fans guessing, the singer’s biography is often tangled with speculation. Here’s a look at the verified facts — from his real name and birthplace to his career timeline — … Read more
You’ve probably seen the name pop up on match results and wondered who Hailey Baptiste really is beyond the serve-and-volley numbers. She’s one of the American women climbing the WTA rankings, but her story mixes raw athletic ambition with a distinct off-court voice that makes her stand out. This article breaks down her nationality, height, … Read more
You’ve probably seen a Harlan Coben title pop up on Netflix and wondered if the book is better. The answer is: both are worth your time, but for different reasons. Novels published: 35 · Netflix adaptations: 12 · Books sold worldwide: 70 million+ · Edgar Award wins: 1 · Myron Bolitar series books: 11 · … Read more
Anyone who’s spent time on TikTok has likely come across Ash Trevino — the influencer known for sharing family content and her relationships with incarcerated men. But in December 2025, the 36-year-old’s online world collided with serious legal trouble when she was arrested in Venus, Texas on two felony warrants. Full name: Ashley Trevino (also … Read more