Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
Anyone who has opened a browser in the last year has probably typed a question into a chat window and gotten a surprisingly human-sounding answer. Free AI chat tools have moved from novelty to everyday utility, but picking the right one—and knowing what you actually get for free—can feel like guessing which water fountain is … Read more
Few artists have managed to stay as grounded in the spotlight as Carrie Underwood. The country singer’s path from American Idol winner to multi-platinum artist is dotted with personal milestones — and a few unexpected turns. Whether you’re curious about her family, her 2017 injury, or the rumors that swirl around her marriage, we’ve gathered … Read more
Few things capture the magic of childhood like a Disney movie, and for Maia Kealoha, that magic became real when she was cast as Lilo Pelekai in the 2025 live-action Lilo & Stitch remake (People, a leading entertainment news outlet). The eight-year-old Native Hawaiian actress from the Big Island of Hawaii has quickly become one … Read more
Few UFC lightweights have climbed the rankings as quickly as Arman Tsarukyan, but his personal details—from his net worth to his faith—remain a puzzle for many fans. With 23 wins and 3 losses, the Armenian-born fighter now sits as the #2 contender in the lightweight division. Age: 29 · Height: 5’7″ · Weight: 155 lbs … Read more
Ask any rock fan to name a band that has outlasted more lineup changes than most, and AC/DC might not be the first answer. But the truth is, the core of this band has always been the Young family — and tracing who came, who left, and who survived is a story of resilience, loss, … Read more
Martin Luther King Jr. is a name that echoes far beyond the history books, but for many, the details of his life blur into a single iconic image of a podium and a dream. He was a pastor, a strategist, and a leader who turned nonviolent protest into a movement that reshaped a nation. By … Read more
Few mountains in the world carry two names that each tell a different story — Aoraki, the ancestor turned peak in Ngāi Tahu tradition, and Mount Cook, the colonial surveyor’s tribute — but they are the same 3,724-meter giant dominating New Zealand’s South Island skyline. Whether you’re planning a glacier hike or wondering if it’s … Read more
Zach Galifianakis shows up on screen with a beard, a deadpan stare, and a delivery that makes you wonder if he’s about to laugh or walk away, but the comedian behind The Hangover and Baskets also carries a quieter backstory—one that includes a Greek Orthodox upbringing, a public sobriety conversation, and a family business that’s … Read more
Anyone who has followed K-dramas for more than a few years knows that Lee Dong-Wook has been a constant presence on screen — from his breakout in My Girl to the iconic Grim Reaper in Goblin. Off-screen, though, his personal life has remained a subject of endless curiosity, especially around whether he is still single, … Read more
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to rebuild a career while navigating personal demons, comedian Bobby Lee’s story offers a compelling answer. The 53-year-old Mad TV alum has been open about his relapse after 17 years of sobriety, a confession he made public in 2023. Full Name: Robert Young Lee Jr. · Date of … Read more