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.

The little-known tale of an Australian 'quack' who helped save the British throne from embarrassment is soon to be released.

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.

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.

It's been a long season for the All Blacks and it showed today, says Josh Kronfeld.

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.

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.

New Zealand's road to the 2012 London Olympic begins in Adelaide this weekend at the Oceania track championships.

The most ambitious history project of the year — the British Museum’s A History of the World in 100 Objects — is now a book. Boyd Tonkin talks to its creator and author and finds out that how the world looks depends on where you stand.

This is what queen-in-waiting Kate Middleton's wedding dress would look like if top Kiwi designers had their way.