Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
When the actor who brought Princess Leia to life died suddenly in December 2016, fans around the world wanted answers. Carrie Fisher’s death at age 60 raised as many questions as it resolved — from the official cause to the fate of her estate. Here’s what the evidence actually shows, and what remains uncertain. Date … Read more
A 6’6″ German forward moving to Serie A isn’t the profile you see every day, yet Nick Woltemade is quietly making it work at Juventus. His confirmed career data is easy to verify, but his salary and personal life remain frustratingly unclear. Age: 24 (born 14 Feb 2002) · Height: 6’6″ (198 cm) · Position: … Read more
You can hear Eddie Vedder before you see him — that baritone has anchored Pearl Jam for more than three decades. But the man behind “Alive” is now as famous for what he says between songs as for the songs themselves. Britannica (reference encyclopedia) has him leading Pearl Jam since 1990, yet the details fans … Read more
Few names in British tradition spark as much curiosity as Arthur’s. You’ve probably seen the sword, the round table, and the wizard, but the evidence behind the man is far thinner than the legend suggests. This guide separates the earliest historical traces from the rich literary cycle that followed, so you can see exactly what … Read more
Few figures in American politics have been as visible, analyzed, and often misunderstood as Hillary Clinton. This biography covers her age, net worth, family, and the key moments that define her political legacy. Born: October 26, 1947 · Age (2025): 77 years · Height: 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) · Spouse: Bill Clinton · … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to piece together Hillary Clinton’s life from First Lady to presidential nominee, you already know it’s a story of historic firsts. She graduated from Wellesley College and Yale Law School before becoming the first First Lady to win elected office, serving as U.S. Senator from New York from 2001 to 2009 … Read more
If you’ve spent any time rewatching The Office, you already know Pam Beesly’s story, but Jenna Fischer has been living a very different one off-screen: in December 2023 she was diagnosed with Stage 1 triple-positive breast cancer and by late 2024 she was cancer-free. Here’s what she has shared about her health, career, and friendships. … Read more
Anyone who has watched a tennis champion thank Billie Jean King during a trophy speech has probably wondered why one name keeps echoing through the sport. The short version is 39 Grand Slam titles, according to Billie Jean King’s official career record — but the fuller answer involves equal prize money, a women’s tour that … Read more
Few musical careers took as many unexpected turns as Oliver Tree’s. The singer-songwriter who built a persona around absurdist humor and genre-blending music died on June 14, 2026, in a helicopter crash over Rio de Janeiro at age 32. Full name: Oliver Tree Nickell · Born: June 29, 1993 · Died: June 14, 2026 · … Read more
A name can be a puzzle when it belongs to more than one person: John Cooper Clarke, the iconic performance poet, and Cooper Clarke, the young NRL player, share a name but little else, with many also confusing them with retired rugby legend Cooper Cronk. This article sorts out who’s who using verified sources. John … Read more