Booker Prize winner Alan Hollinghurst is not noted for his prolific output, so a new novel is always a great event. And his latest could be his best yet.

Angry journalist claims paper was sacrificed to save one woman.

Quake-affected team are the first in Super rugby history to start as favourites for final in another country.

Stir caused by opera character's sexual identity shows society still mired in paranoia.

Jane Shepherdson changed the way women shop and has been dubbed the most important person in fashion.

Research has revealed the naked mole rat has a genome similar to that of a human.

Tracing the roots of a nursery classic proves surprisingly tricky for Jim Eagles.

The New Zealand victim of Malcolm Webster's murderous plans says "the guilty verdict and sentence are hugely validating and serve to bring closure". Webster will serve at least the next three decades in prison for murdering his first wife

Lily Allen feels "protected" by her local church.

I've just used one of the European budget airlines for the first time, and found it very good.

Nick Duerden talks to writer David Whitehouse and his agent about the difficulties of getting a book published.

Cheryl Cole reunited with her ex-husband Ashley Cole at her birthday bash on Friday night.

British band Arctic Monkeys and rockers Arcade Fire are heading the nominations list for this year's Mojo Awards.

Former hellraiser Liam Gallagher has turned his back on his wild ways after quitting booze at the beginning of the year.

At 67, French screen legend Catherine Deneuve embodies the essence of growing old gracefully. Helen Barlow surveys the life and loves of the star and talks to her about her new film, a feminist comedy.

Ultra-luxury carmaker teams up with Toyota to produce a surprising runabout for urban drivers.

British interior designer Geraldine James shares her passion for transforming rooms.