Features, explainers and long-form stories from across Australia.
You’ve probably walked past a vending machine today without giving it a second thought. But if you’re thinking about buying one in Ireland — or a handful — the rules, costs, and potential returns are more layered than you might expect. Vending machine price range in Ireland: €650 – €6,800 · License required for vending … Read more
There aren’t many political commentators who can make a living out of proving everyone wrong, but Ben Shapiro has built a career doing just that — by age 17 he became the youngest nationally syndicated columnist in the United States, and today his podcast reaches millions of listeners each month. This profile draws on verified … Read more
Few musicians spark as many specific, personal questions as Dominic Fike. His fans want to know about his daughter, his sudden absence from one of TV’s biggest shows, and even whether he’s allowed to perform in the UK. Here’s what public records, interviews, and verified reporting actually tell us. Full name: Dominic David Fike · … Read more
There’s a quiet presence that follows OG Anunoby onto the court—a stoic, unblinking focus that makes you wonder what’s behind the mask. Born in London and raised in Missouri, the New York Knicks forward carries a story of loss, resilience, and a nickname that’s more than just letters. This article pulls together the facts about … Read more
Akshaye Khanna is Bollywood’s most private star—he lets his work do the talking while keeping his personal life locked away. This article separates verifiable facts about his career and family from the persistent rumors about his marital status, relationships, and hair loss. Age: 49 years (born 28 March 1975) · Marital Status: Unmarried · Notable … Read more
Few pop stars have navigated as many headline-making chapters as Jesy Nelson. From her rise to fame with Little Mix to a very public departure, and now to her role as a mother of twins facing a serious health diagnosis, her story is one of constant reinvention. This article pieces together the verified facts about … Read more
Most Formula 1 fans can name the drivers who’ve dominated headlines for years, but every now and then a teenager arrives with a story that feels different. Andrea Kimi Antonelli was born in Bologna in 2006, the son of sportscar racer Marco Antonelli, and by age 12, Mercedes had already signed him to its junior … Read more
Few public figures have reinvented themselves as dramatically as Jeremy Clarkson, once known for his motoring antics on Top Gear and now splitting his time between writing columns, starring in Amazon’s Clarkson’s Farm, and navigating a very public battle with his own health. This guide unpacks the latest on his cancer diagnosis, his relationship with … Read more
Penny Marshall could make you laugh on TV as Laverne DeFazio and then surprise you by directing some of the biggest films of the 1980s and 1990s. She broke box-office records for female directors, but behind the camera she was also quietly battling serious health issues that would eventually cut her life short. Born: October … Read more
It’s been six years since Aidan Turner hung up Ross Poldark’s scythe, but the Irish actor has been quietly stacking up stage credits, period dramas, and a family life away from the flashbulbs. This article takes a look at where he is now, how his career has evolved since the Cornwall fields, and what fans … Read more