British author Louis de Bernieres has set most of his stories in exotic places, but now, in this interlinked collection of short stories, he explores the exoticism to be found on his home turf.

Recently, milk - in the good old fashioned, cow-in-a-field sense of the word - has found itself under attack.

In western nations, fewer people than ever are getting married, yet studies show that tying the knot will make you happier.

Former Deputy PM Michael Cullen has outlined a proposal which would see Parliament elect the Head of State, telling a conference there was "inevitability" about NZ becoming a republic.

If you want to tell whether your baby is in pain, looking at its face may not be enough, researchers have found.

Too much homage, too few laughs.

The singer reportedly told Doherty he could stay at her new house in Camden, north London, because he needs a base in the English capital while working.

Two big names in British thriller writing visit New Zealand next week. Craig Sisterson talks to Peter James and Peter Robinson.

Scientists have found the first inherited link to common migraine and a possible reason for extreme headaches.

The threat of terrorism and piracy has put a stop to a New Zealand-based bid to jetski from London to Auckland.

Axl Rose - one of the most mercurial singers in the pantheon of rock - gave a performance on and off stage, at UK festivals over the weekend.

Lewd allegations about the private life of the spy found murdered in London have been dismissed by police.

Prime Minister John Key and his wife, Bronagh, will be spending a weekend with the Queen at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.

The fourth test between England and Pakistan at Lord's will continue as scheduled, despite reports of a betting scam.

Montana wines as we know them will soon disappear from the shelves - in name only.

Prince Charles is strange and his father so prejudiced that he could be a breakfast TV host, says NZ's former deputy prime minister.

The continuing financial chaos of Prince Andrew's former wife has, it is said, persuaded him to take charge of her financial affairs.

Joy Division's classic debut is undergoing a live revival. Scott Kara reports

What goes on behind the scenes when leading chef Peter Gordon collaborates with a leading company to launch a new product.

One of NZ's greatest scientists was investigated by Britain's MI5 as a suspect in passing information to Russia on the first atomic bombs, according to newly released files.