Across New Zealand, pets can get swimming certificates, advent calendars, and even be dyed to match bridesmaids' dresses.

I used to smell constantly of garlic, writes Verity Johnson.

Terry Gilliam is the odd man out of the Python squad, the warm and loose American among uptight Englishmen. Yet he may be the team's secret weapon.

T.S. Eliot once wrote that the critic's job was to "exhibit the relations of literature - not to 'life', as something contrasted to literature, but to all the other activities, which, together with literature, are the components of life".

Six kids, two cancer scares, a UN special envoy, marriage to Brad Pitt and now a film about marital break-up ... Megan Conner meets Angelina Jolie.

The best books for the foodie on your Christmas list.

Director Sofia Coppola talks about growing up in the film industry, her inevitable career path and the importance of family.

Andrew Miller tells Tim Martin about the 'terrifying' rut he fell into after winning the Costa Book of the Year.

Australia has its eye on champion Kiwi jockey Opie Bosson after he scooped one of its glittering racing prizes. But, as he tells Phil Taylor, Bosson nearly ate his way right out of the saddle.

Take the chintz out of race day dressing with some thoughtful suggestions.

Contemporary with a classic touch is new head Gareth Stewart's recipe for continuing success.

At 82, Michael Caine is one of the movie industry's most revered stars - and busier than ever.

Pop the champers. It's time to get the party started with these festive party looks.

I like it when the name on a bottle gives me some kind of geographic indicator as to the origin or owner's connection to the wine. Here are three that shout their sense of place ...

Go for the spectacular beach views, stay for the superior Japanese cuisine.

Since the runaway success of her first record, Florence Welch's life has been a roller coaster ride. two years ago, she hit rock bottom. She talks to Ginny Dougary about living on the edge, touring and learning from her mistakes.

He was once famous for playing Shortland Street's sweet, hapless Dr Dodds, but Marton Csokas is now better known for his bad guy roles.

Does anyone else go into a cafe and panic buy? You'll be in one of those places, where everything is white and glowing, and suddenly a hipster waiter will appear...

Canvas editor Michele Crawshaw shares highlights from tomorrow's Canvas magazine.