Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
You’ve seen the slick TV version — Forest Whitaker gliding through 1960s Harlem as a kingpin. But the real Bumpy Johnson lived a far messier story, one that doesn’t always match the dramatized scenes. This piece separates the verified facts from the Hollywood gloss, starting with how he actually died and what happened to his … Read more
It’s hard to think of another comedian who has made as many people fall in love with a fictional small-town bureaucrat as Amy Poehler did with Leslie Knope on Parks and Recreation, but her career stretches far beyond that show—from Saturday Night Live to Pixar’s Inside Out. This guide covers her major milestones, relationships, and … Read more
Few things feel as immediate as walking through a factory floor, an office corridor, or a construction site with the quiet knowledge that every corner holds a risk — work safety is the difference between going home healthy or not. Under Ireland’s Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, both employers and employees have … Read more
When you’re handed the No.1 draft pick tag before you’ve played a single AFL game, the spotlight burns brighter than most, and Harley Reid has spent the last three years navigating that glare — from a record-breaking debut season with the West Coast Eagles to headlines about his personal life and a $6,250 fine that … Read more
When Brittany Murphy died at just 32, the world barely had time to process the shock before questions started piling up. Fifteen years later, the official cause of death remains a matter of public dispute — and the role of her 8 Mile co-star Eminem in her story only deepens the intrigue. Born: November 10, … Read more
Sophie Cunningham steps onto the court with a quiet confidence that matches her personal mantra—“she is fearless because she is faithful.” The Indiana Fever guard has built a solid WNBA career since being drafted in 2019, but fans often wonder what lies beyond the stats—this article separates the verified facts about her biography and career … Read more
Eliza Taylor spent seven seasons as Clarke Griffin on The 100, a role that made her a household name among sci-fi fans. But the actress’s real journey — from Australian TV to a private marriage with co-star Bob Morley and the birth of their son — holds as much drama as any scripted episode. Full … Read more
A former UFC champion thanking his opponent for saving his life is rare, but that’s exactly what happened with Ben Askren. In late June 2025, he underwent a double lung transplant after pneumonia and a staph infection left him on a ventilator, and less than a year later he returned to the wrestling mat, aided … Read more
Katrina Law has built a career on action-packed TV series, but her personal life—marked by a 2025 divorce filing and persistent questions about her multi-ethnic heritage—keeps fans searching for more. Full name: Katrina Law · Profession: American actress · Known for: Spartacus, Arrow, NCIS · Born: September 30, 1985 · Age: 39 (as of 2025) … Read more
Ted Danson has been a fixture in American living rooms for four decades, but the man behind Sam Malone’s confident grin is more layered than any sitcom character. This article pulls together the known facts about his health, politics, friendships, and personal choices—separating what’s confirmed from what remains unclear. Born: December 29, 1947 · Notable … Read more