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Behind The Screens: Docos outshine the rest in Berlin

Before the beginning of the documentary <i>The Bengali Detective</i>, the producer made an announcement to the assembled media, reveals Cathrin Schaer.

Desert living inspires photographer

A photo exhibition about flowers is the result of a life-changing experience for Joanne Cunningham.

England: A peak at Keira

Following in a film star's footsteps is a good way to get to know the Peak District, writes Rebecca Barry.

Unknown NZ soldier buried in France 95 years death

Behind the Screens: Keisha's film sickens audience

If you haven't seen a movie that makes you feel nauseous in a while, you may want to check out Keisha Castle-Hughes' latest film, writes Cathrin Schaer.

Sarkozy allies accused of slur

Berlin Festival stakes claim to our Boy

The Berlin Festival has welcomed back 'Boy' director Taika Waititi and claimed him as one of their own.

Wine: Rosés of many colours

While summer continues to roll on, the fashionable tipple should still be rosé. No one is quite sure what is behind the rise and rise of this previously lowly ranked style, but it's popping up all over the place.

Mother's tearful plea to have her daughter sterilised

The mother of a pregnant woman with learning difficulties pleaded with a UK court yesterday for her daughter to be sterilised to stop her having any more children.

Don't miss: Arctic Open Golf Championship

Every year amateur and professional golfers from around the world descend on the small town of Akureyri in Iceland for a round of midnight golf.

Travel website: Matt Barrett's Guide to Greece

Up to now only travel books and travel gadgets have run in this space but I think we might also add useful travel websites to the list.

Cricket: Ponting tells middle order to shape up

NZ stocks start week on positive note

Assange's mother demands Rudd do more

The mother of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has again demanded Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd back his words with action to support her son's legal and human rights.

Portugal: Outdoor adventures and pampering on the Algarve

With year-round sun and warm sea, Portugal's Algarve makes a great base for a holiday, finds Cathy Packe.

Sweet taste of success and the bitter truth

Liqueurs - even the name sounds thick, rich and sweet. But are they glutinous, fruit-based sugar syrups, or is there something a bit more to them? Well, of course there is.

Ireland: House of horrors

Strokestown Park's gracious delights front a grim attraction, writes Graham Reid.

French polish (+recipes)

Keen to impress on Valentine's Day? Knock your beloved's socks off with a classic Gallic dish.