Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
Most people know Dean Winters as the guy gleefully causing chaos in Allstate commercials. But before he ever stepped into the role of Mayhem, he was a familiar face from HBO’s prison drama Oz, and in 2009, a bacterial infection sent him into cardiac arrest for five minutes — a story that later became part … Read more
Few child stars navigate the shift to adult acting as quietly as Tina Majorino. Best known for her roles in Waterworld and Napoleon Dynamite, she later captured a new generation as Dr. Heather Brooks on Grey’s Anatomy. But since leaving that show in 2013, fans have wondered: does she still act, and what is she … Read more
Few opera singers have captivated the world quite like Maria Callas. Her voice, with its extraordinary range and emotional intensity, made her a legend known as “La Divina.” But behind the curtain of her brilliant career lay a life filled with love, heartbreak, and health struggles — a story that continues to fascinate and spark … Read more
Few childhood actors pivot from a Hollywood feature to running a coaching business — but Angela White did. After appearing in Knockaround Guys (2001) and BloodMania (2017), she moved into producing and business strategy, branding herself as a mentor for creatives. Professions: Film & TV Producer, Business Coach · Date of Birth: March 4, 1985 … Read more
Few headlines land with the jarring weight of a young actor convicted of killing his own mother. Ryan Grantham, a Canadian former child performer known for a background role on Riverdale, was sentenced to life imprisonment in September 2022 for the second-degree murder of his mother, Barbara Waite. This article presents a fact-based chronology of … Read more
Few characters in television history have divided audiences quite like Tyrion Lannister. With his sharp tongue, quick wit, and a family name that carries both power and cruelty, he’s the character you root for even when he does terrible things. By tracing his journey from accused dwarf to the Hand of the King, this guide … Read more
Few footballers spark the kind of debates that follow Kylian Mbappé wherever he plays. From his explosive sprint down the wing to the question of whether he can outscore Erling Haaland, the French forward invites comparisons that stretch far beyond the pitch. This profile unpacks Mbappé’s career moves, his verified health events, his goal-scoring records, … Read more
If you’ve ever searched for “Brian Johnson” online, you’ve probably noticed two very different faces sharing the name. One is the gravel-voiced frontman of AC/DC, responsible for one of the best-selling albums in history. The other is a tech entrepreneur spending millions to reverse aging. Here’s everything you need to know about both — and … Read more
If you’ve heard the name Alexandra Grant, chances are it was paired with a certain movie star. But the Los Angeles-based visual artist has been building a career around language, identity, and translation long before the spotlight found her. Born: April 4, 1973 · Nationality: American · Profession: Visual artist · Known for: Relationship with … Read more
Jack Della Maddalena has become one of the most talked-about welterweights in the UFC – not just for his knockout power, but for his willingness to fight through facial injuries that most fighters would fix with surgery. His professional record sits at 18 wins and 4 losses (as of early 2026), and his refusal to … Read more