Independent Australian news and analysis across politics, business, technology, world affairs and culture
Business, economy, markets and cost-of-living coverage.
Few actors spark as many immediate questions as Sang Heon Lee. Within months of appearing as Min Ho in Netflix’s XO, Kitty, fans were asking about his British-sounding accent, his family ties to co-star Gia Kim, and whether he’d completed South Korea’s mandatory military service. Full Name: Sang Heon Lee · Nationality: South Korean · … Read more
Stephanie McMahon climbed from a model in her father’s company to co-CEO of WWE, then walked away amid a family rift. Her name still draws attention for the intersections of family drama, career reinvention, and public curiosity. Age: 48 (born September 24, 1976) · Height: 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) · Spouse: Paul ‘Triple … Read more
Andy Cohen has built a media empire on Bravo’s unscripted chaos, but these days the host and executive producer is navigating a more personal kind of drama. A former cast member’s lawsuit, fatherhood via surrogate, and his own coming-out story have put Cohen at the center of conversations that go far beyond the Real Housewives … Read more
Formula 1 drivers are used to high-stakes decisions, but few have faced a moment as personal as Alex Albon did in September 2024. The Williams racer underwent emergency surgery for appendicitis, an ordeal that left him briefly unconscious and forced him to miss the Italian Grand Prix, yet just days later he announced his engagement … Read more
If you’ve ever woken up with a stiff lower back or spent nights propping yourself up with extra pillows, you’ve probably wondered whether an adjustable bed could make a difference. These powered bases have moved from hospital rooms into thousands of homes, promising better sleep and less pain, but with prices from $800 to $2,500 … Read more
You know that moment when you realise your bedside setup just isn’t working — the phone slides off, the lamp is out of reach, and there’s nowhere to put a glass of water? That’s exactly why picking the right bedside table makes all the difference. Number of Kmart bedside table styles available: 5+ · Standard … Read more
Anyone who’s tried to chill drinks with warm ice trays knows the frustration. That’s why cheap countertop ice makers have become a kitchen curiosity in Australia – and the Kmart version is getting real buzz on Facebook and Instagram, but does it actually deliver? Ice making time: 6–10 minutes for first batch · Daily capacity: … Read more
If you’ve ever wandered into Big W hoping to score a bargain on women’s clothing, you know the clearance racks can be a goldmine—or a confusing mess. This guide cuts through the noise to show you exactly what’s on offer in Big W clearance for women, when the half-price sales drop, and how to snag … Read more
“Xin chào” stands as the standard, polite and universally recognized way to say “hello” in Vietnamese, functioning as the safest entry point for beginners and travelers encountering the language for the first time. Pronounced approximately as “seen chow” with a distinctive falling tone on the second syllable, this phrase carries a literal meaning of “respectful … Read more