Catherine Roy

Few films have shaped how the world sees a historical figure quite like Braveheart, but the story of William Wallace, the 13th-century Scottish knight who led a rebellion against England, is far more complicated — and far more fascinating — than Hollywood’s version. This article separates fact from fiction using contemporary records and modern scholarship. … Read more

There’s something about finding out an actress you’ve watched for years is navigating the same life-altering events as you. For fans of Michala Banas—best known for her role as Marissa Taylor on McLeod’s Daughters—the news that she married actor Toby Truslove and welcomed a baby during COVID-19 lockdown felt like a personal update from a … Read more

Few Australian electronic acts have crossed over from underground clubs to festival main stages quite like Peking Duk. The Canberra duo—Adam Hyde and Reuben Styles—have built a reputation for wild live shows and party anthems that stick around long after the beat drops. Monthly listeners on Spotify: 984.3K · Instagram followers: 225K · Facebook likes: … Read more

Skiers and snowboarders keep returning to Mount Hotham for its high-alpine advantages – 1,750 metres elevation, 320 hectares of terrain, and consistent snowfall – but the altitude also brings colder temperatures and a shorter season. Here’s what you need to know before planning your trip. Village Elevation: 1,750 m · Skiable Terrain: 320 ha · … Read more

Five movies. Five Best Picture nominations. That’s the improbable record John Cazale left behind when he died at 42. For most actors, a career that short would be forgotten, but Cazale’s work — and the love story with Meryl Streep that shadowed it — keeps people asking about him decades later. Born: August 12, 1935 … Read more

There’s a scene in the 2020 film Shiva Baby where Rachel Sennott’s character is trapped between a plate of bagels and an ex-girlfriend’s glare — and somehow makes it the funniest two minutes of the movie. Since then, the Connecticut-born comedian has become one of Gen Z’s most talked-about performers, but with visibility comes intense … Read more

Say the name Björn Ulvaeus and most people hum an ABBA song within seconds. But behind the glitter and pop hooks is a songwriter who helped sell more than 400 million records worldwide, a businessman, and a man whose personal life has fueled both tabloid headlines and musical masterpieces. Born: April 25, 1945 (Gothenburg, Sweden) … Read more

The actress who transformed her BRCA1 mutation into a global health conversation remains as defined by her private choices as by her public roles. Angelina Jolie’s preventive double mastectomy and her long-running separation from Brad Pitt offer a lens into how public figures manage personal decisions under constant scrutiny. Full name: Angelina Jolie Voight · … Read more