Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
Some artists become known for a single song, but Vanessa Paradis turned her teenage hit “Joe le taxi” into a career that spans music, film, and fashion. Within a few years, she had gone from France’s youngest pop sensation to a Chanel muse and the long-term partner of Hollywood star Johnny Depp. This article tracks … Read more
A viral TikTok theory flips everything you thought you knew about SpongeBob SquarePants, claiming Mr. Krabs isn’t just a greedy boss but the actual villain of Bikini Bottom. We dug through every viral clip, fan wiki, and creator interview to separate the canonical facts from the speculation — so you can decide if Mr. Krabs … Read more
Few leadership phrases have spread as far as “Start with Why.” The man behind it, Simon Sinek, built a career on that simple question—and on a TED talk that has drawn more than 64 million views. He is an author, a speaker, and the founder of The Optimism Company. This article looks at what he … Read more
For anyone who grew up watching Ione Skye as the dreamy Diane Court in Say Anything, the idea that she didn’t actually date John Cusack during that film might come as a surprise. But according to her new memoir Say Everything, the real story is more complicated — and includes a later romantic encounter with … Read more
Few voices in Australian sport carry the instant recognition of Bruce McAvaney’s. For decades, his commentary has defined the country’s biggest sporting moments, from Olympic gold medals to AFL Grand Finals. This article separates the verified facts from the lingering public questions about his health, age, nickname, and personal life. Full name: Bruce William McAvaney … Read more
There are few names in beauty that spark as much debate as James Charles. The 25-year-old influencer went from being the first male CoverGirl spokesperson to losing millions of followers overnight, and the conversation around him has only grown louder since. This article lays out what’s confirmed, what’s still unclear, and what his next moves … Read more
Few figures from late antiquity still feel as present as Augustine of Hippo. His restless search for truth—captured in the line, “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you”—has resonated with believers and skeptics for over 1,600 years. His story, from a young man entangled … Read more
Two men named Daniel Levy have made headlines for very different reasons—one runs Tottenham Hotspur, the other made us laugh on Schitt’s Creek. If you’ve ever searched for “Daniel Levy” and wondered which one you got, here’s what sets them apart and what’s happening with each right now. Chairman since: February 2001 · Born: 8 … Read more
You’ve probably seen the name David Walsh in a headline or two — but the person behind it changes entirely depending on the story. One David Walsh broke the Lance Armstrong doping scandal wide open as a chief sports writer. Another built a billion-dollar art museum from gambling winnings. And a third helped grow a … Read more
You might recall his face from a TV screen, a cookbook cover, or a catchphrase like “Rippers!” — but the story of Peter Russell-Clarke begins long before the cameras rolled. He rose from a tough childhood on Melbourne’s streets to become Australia’s first beloved celebrity chef, a man who made cooking feel like a warm … Read more