In what space weather forecasters have called the most potent solar storm since 2004, the Northern Lights' colourful display was stronger than usual, leaving spectators in awe of the shimmering skies above North America and Europe.

A person's height and body mass should be used to measure a nation's wealth and wellbeing, says a researcher. Professor Les Oxley

The PM has dismissed accusations of cronyism in the Govt's choice of appointments to boards and working groups.

The natural wonders of Canada’s Sunshine Coast have Joanne Carroll spellbound.

Panorama, in British Columbia, is one of the few real ski-in, ski-out resorts in North America.

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This resort in British Columbia is family-friendly but also offers off-piste excitement, writes Chris Moran.

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At the start of this century, clean energy was all the rage. The revolution may still be happening, but it's taking its time, reports Peter Huck.

The latest exotic expedition for the moneyed traveller is being organised for the centenary of the Titanic disaster.

Tuition fees at New Zealand universities are among the highest in the world, according to a new report. New Zealand had the seventh-most expensive tuition fees for universities, with entrants paying more than $3600 a year.

Cameron Bailey, co-director of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) admits he is managing four to five hours sleep a night as the festival approaches.

Sit snug in a carriage as the Rocky Mountaineer delivers you to idyllic destinations around Canada.

Canada's beautiful Rocky Mountains are best enjoyed by train, writes Joanne Carroll.