EntertainmentA grand restorationA Steinway grand piano carved with Maori patterns is part of Michael Parekowhai's installation at this year's Venice Biennale.22 Apr 05:30 PM
EntertainmentLiz Hurley, 'Warnie's' Indian cheerleader (+ photos)Elizabeth Hurley turned heads at an Indian Premier League cricket match....22 Apr 01:11 AM
LifestyleWine: Ageing gracefullyA hush descends over the table. A small group of wine enthusiasts watch with due reverence as the cork is gently pulled from the 1968 bottle of French first growth Chateau Haut Brion.20 Apr 10:00 PM
KahuFamily: NZer cocaine accused was dupedSharon Armstrong, former Maori Language Commission deputy chief executive, has been detained in Buenos Aires.20 Apr 06:10 AM
TravelParis: Inspired by scent of individualityEver wanted to create your own perfume? Head to Paris, says P.K. Stowers.20 Apr 12:00 AM
WorldMan who put the Ferrero into Rocher diesThe Italian man whose company is responsible for those tasty Ferrero Rocher chocolates has died, aged just 47.19 Apr 11:21 PM
WorldArnie eyes new job as top man in EuropeArnold Schwarzenegger could have his sights set on a new job as next head of the European Union.19 Apr 09:44 PM
EntertainmentLily Allen's hen night to be at The RitzLily Allen will throw a lavish bash at The Ritz hotel in London for her hen party.19 Apr 07:57 PM
LifestyleA culinary adventure in SpainWith the rise of tapas and small dishes on restaurant menus, Spain has never been hotter as a source of inspiration.19 Apr 05:30 PM
WorldMemos show link between oil and Iraq invasionNew documents have raised questions over Britain's involvement in the Iraq war.19 Apr 05:30 PM
EntertainmentBook Review: <i>Pereira Maintains</i>The small, superb story has become a talisman in the author's Italy. Since its publication there 15 years ago, it's won plaudits and prizes and been made into a Mastroianni film. 19 Apr 05:30 PM
BusinessSandwich heirs after slice of the actionThe Earl of Sandwich has opened a sandwich shop in London, 250 years after his ancestor is said to have invented the snack.19 Apr 05:30 PM
LifestyleWant to eat at one of the world's best restaurants? You'll be luckyA place on the San Pellegrino World's 50 Best Restaurants has become one of the most sought-after honours for restaurateurs.19 Apr 02:51 AM
WorldWartime stash of gold returned after 70 yearsA German-Jewish man's lost hoard of gold, which lay buried in a London garden for 70 years, has been returned to his family.19 Apr 02:20 AM
RoyalsDita De Boni: A real-life princessWhat if your daughter squanders her considerable intelligence on meaningless jobs and other fripperies, waiting for her prince to come?18 Apr 11:30 PM
WorldEx-All Black playing host to happy pairRugby legend Zinzan Brooke will be helping to make the big day run smoothly for a couple who share their wedding day with William and Kate.18 Apr 05:30 PM
EntertainmentCelebrities and the royal weddingPaul Henry hasn't got time to think of the royal wedding. He's heading back to America on the day of the nuptials and until then he's flat tack getting his memoirs to the publisher.17 Apr 09:30 PM
EntertainmentWoody Allen sees Nicolas Sarkozy in Bogart roleFilm director Woody Allen could see French President Nicolas Sarkozy playing a role like those of Humphrey Bogart, who was famous for his cynical and hardboiled anti-heroes.17 Apr 09:20 PM
RoyalsIt all started with Queen VictoriaThe European mainland's royalty are soon to descend on London for the party of the year. But who are they?15 Apr 09:33 PM