The proliferation of household focused magazines has brought housekeeping professionalism to the fore.

Gagarin Way is about current political apathy; nonetheless it expects its audience to have a wee bit of political awareness, particularly vis-a-vis 20th century British history.

Controversial comedian and film star Russell Brand talks to Stephen Jewell about his latest autobiography, Shakespeare and how he was born for fame.

An Otago University study has challenged the idea that depression and anti-social behaviour are primarily influenced by genes.

The real life story that inspired the film, The King's Speech, is one of the most extraordinary involving the British royal family in recent years.

Are you a 'lark' or an 'owl'? And is it possible to change your sleep patterns? Kate Hilpern investigates.

A strike by London Underground workers has added to the woes of commuters in Britain, already hit by freezing weather.

Good-looking couples are more likely to have daughters than plainer parents, according to a study.

This fabulous annual festival of wordless performance spans the full mime spectrum, including live art, physical theatre, circus and puppetry.

New Zealanders in Europe send in their photos of the record-breaking cold snap.

Britain is in the grip of a cold snap that has blanketed much of the island in snow and brought record low temperatures to parts of it.

Hosea Gear starred for the visitors as the All Blacks won their fourth Grand Slam with a 37-25 victory over Wales in Cardiff this morning.

Celebrity chef Gino D'Acampo shares his recipes of Italian food like Mama used to make in his new book.

They're not the favourite bands of most critics, but that's not important for Pendulum, writes Gillian Orr

Time to get a wobble on, that old childhood favourite is enjoying a renaissance.

Royal watchers, romantics and well-wishers finally have a date: the royal wedding will take place on April 29 next year.

All Whites striker Chris Wood's second-half penalty miss cost Brighton dearly in their English League One soccer match.

There are moments in life when you feel the universe is telling you - as politely as possible - that you have become a Fat Bastard.

I don't think Middleton can be hailed as a style icon yet - she dresses far too sensibly and maturely for such a title.