Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
A former reality TV contestant who once charmed audiences on Beauty and the Geek now faces charges over the alleged murder and dismemberment of her boyfriend. Tamika Chesser’s August 2026 court appearance brought a not guilty plea and raised the prospect of a mental health defense that could define the case. Date of plea: August … Read more
Few moments in Oscars history have sparked as much debate as the night Will Smith walked onto the stage and slapped Chris Rock. The 2022 incident reshaped public perception of one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars, and the consequences continue to ripple through his career and personal life. Born: September 25, 1968 · Best Actor … Read more
Few people get to say they won an AACTA Award before turning 30, but Chloé Hayden isn’t most people — the Australian actress and autism advocate first captured hearts as Quinni in Netflix’s Heartbreak High, and she’s been reshaping how disability is portrayed on screen ever since. Here’s what you need to know about her … Read more
When a 203-centimetre ruckman from Brisbane decides to become a senior coach in the AFL, the journey is rarely a straight line. Dean Cox played 290 games for the West Coast Eagles, won a premiership in 2006, and earned six All-Australian blazers before transitioning to the coaching box. This article traces his path from a … Read more
Eight weeks in the summer of 1997 turned Dodi Fayed and Princess Diana into the most photographed couple on the planet. A yachting holiday, a few stolen kisses captured by long lenses, and then a high-speed chase through Paris that ended both of their lives. Born: 15 April 1955 · Died: 31 August 1997 · … Read more
Vanessa Kirby has captivated audiences with her performances, from Princess Margaret in The Crown to intense roles in Pieces of a Woman, but away from the screen she keeps her personal life private. The line between what’s confirmed and what’s rumored is worth examining — and the answers may surprise you. Age: 36 (born 18 … Read more
Few players define a club the way Matthew Lloyd defined Essendon. If you searched for his name and found a jockey or an Irish finance director, you are not alone — but the real story is about one of the AFL’s most prolific forwards. This fact-checked guide cuts through the name-collision noise and answers the … Read more
Rosy McEwen became impossible to ignore in 2022’s Blue Jean, a performance that earned her two British Independent Film Awards and a spot on BAFTA’s Breakthrough list. Questions about her age, ethnicity, and her resemblance to Nicole Kidman have kept the spotlight burning just as brightly. Nationality: British · Awards: British Independent Film Award (2022) … Read more
Jamayne Isaako is both a reliable goal-kicker and a childhood cancer survivor, making his journey from the Brisbane Broncos to the Dolphins and now to the Melbourne Storm one of the NRL’s most compelling stories. This article explores his biography, family, ethnicity, goal-kicking record, and recent transfer news. Full name: Jamayne Taikorangi Isaako · Date … Read more
Mitch Brown wrote his own ending twice: once across a decade of AFL football, and again on 27 August 2025, when he became the first male player in league history to publicly come out as bisexual (The Guardian (international news outlet)). His story sits at the intersection of a long career, a quiet personal life, … Read more