A resurgence in backyard gardening is driven by those looking to eat healthier and cheaper.

Research shows that "nannying" works, with a ban on smoking having a decidedly positive impact on individuals' lives

Ominous signs point to the fact that heroin and cocaine may be making a comeback in Australia.

Taxi operators are being offered a sound "barrier" so intolerable to the ear that its promoter is confident it will neutralise any attacker.

A university lecturer has embraced Wikipedia as part of her teaching after initially shunning the online encyclopedia.

British doctors have made a dramatic advance in the understanding of breast cancer which could shorten treatment, save millions and see fewer women undergo mastectomies.

Soldiers and others in dangerous professions could take anti-fear medications to cope with stress.

Jim Hopkins reflects on how television has shaped our very society over the past 50 years.

We must not overlook practicality in our haste to leave a legacy, writes Brian Rudman.

In many countries, a couple with 17 children would be deemed irresponsible; in Russia, they're given a medal.

Commercial project managers need to take responsibility for the mess their activity leaves behind, writes Tim Greer.

Scientists have developed software which can tell young people if they are chatting to an adult posing as a child on the internet.

The BBC is hoping to combat "sensationalist" and "biased" reporting by launching a TV news service in Pakistan.

Car-share pioneer Zipcar is set to expand across Europe after acquiring Streetcar, a copycat service.

Members of the public are being urged to become "citizen scientists" by recording their sightings of local wildlife to save endangered species.

The BBC is keeping pace with technological change.

NZ's high rate of obesity is no surprise, because of its fat-promoting environment and love affair with cars, a nutrition expert says.

For the next six months a bright, young Auckland lawyer will work for the International Criminal Court at the Hague.