Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
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
Being born into a Hollywood dynasty comes with a spotlight that never dims. Emma Roberts, the daughter of actor Eric Roberts and the niece of screen legend Julia Roberts, has spent over two decades building her own career under that bright light. Born: February 10, 1991 · Son: Rhodes (born 2020) · Instagram followers: 20 … Read more
Fifty years after Jimmy Hoffa walked out of a Michigan restaurant parking lot and vanished, the FBI is still asking for help. The disappearance of the Teamsters president has become one of the most recognized cold cases in American history, and the 50th anniversary in July 2025 came with a renewed public appeal for tips … Read more
There’s a special kind of relief in finding a ski resort that doesn’t demand a second mortgage or a five-hour drive. At just 2.5 hours from Melbourne, Mt Baw Baw is the closest downhill ski resort to the city, and its modest scale means first-timers and families can focus on the fun without the crowds. … Read more