Silvio Berlusconi, the Teflon Tycoon, will stop at little to avoid a prison sentence.

Political satire on floats is probably not what you'd expect in this town on the Tuscan coast, writes John Watson.

In honour of Italy's 150th birthday, John Walsh rounds up its top cultural exports.

The mothers of two former All Blacks based in Japan feared the worst when Friday's deadly earthquake and tsunami hit.

A new cookbook written by two old friends exploring their culinary heritage should reignite your zest for Italian food.

Lynch fans will delight in her latest offering of love and heartache in the Italian hills. Sarah-Kate Lynch even helped smooth the reviewer's own path to love.

Amanda Taylor-Ace had a dream and, through the sheer force of her personality, made it her reality, upping sticks and creating a most enviable life in France.

Gorgeous views and simply delicious Italian fare are getting tongues wagging in the Waitakeres.

How New Zealand takes to Suzuki's latest Swift could make or break the brand here.

The Six Nations rugby tournament kicks off on Saturday morning (NZT) with an unprecedented Friday night match. Paul Lewis figures that's not all that is different in Rugby World Cup year.

Tasting wine that you can't afford is one of the pleasures of the job. It doesn't happen often but it's usually a joyous and memorable occasion when it does.

Hop to it - the Year of the Rabbit is almost here. Karyn Scherer goes seeking guidance on what's in our stars.

Isaac Hindin Miller reports from Italy's style capital on the latest in winter menswear fashions.

Italian magistrates yesterday sought to prise open the private financial accounts of Premier Silvio Berlusconi.

Isaac Hindin Miller reports from Italy's style capital on the latest in winter menswear fashions.

Finance ministers from the eurozone are meeting to consider the issue of bailouts for debt-ridden countries.

Isaac Hindin Miller reports from Italy's style capital on the latest in winter menswear fashions.