A day's volunteer work at an excavation site in Vindolanda, near Hadrian's Wall, unearths a Roman treasure for Susan Buckland.

All three major political parties face a crisis after this UK election.

At 20, actress Imogen Poots has already tackled the issues of incest, one-night stands and sex with older men without missing a beat.

UK police colluded to ensure an officer who killed a NZ anti-fascist protester never faced justice, a 1979 report reveals.

Kerri Jackson sorts herself a DIY degustation during a visit to London's Borough Market.

Julian Clary talks to Russell Baillie about his return to live comedy, his chooks and why the camp guy on stage isn't quite him.

A study into the health effects of using mobile phones will take 20 or 30 years to complete.

Tourism Auckland has had more than 200 offers from people offering rooms for stranded travellers.

Scriptwriter Victor Rodger is stepping out of the shadows and on to the Shortland Street set.

A collection of paintings that have caused art aficionados to turn a deep shade of purple are to go on show.

New author D.J. Connell talks to Stephen Jewell about her hilarious novel which has been optioned for a film.

Natasha Solomons skilfully weaves refugee tales into a novel about adjusting to life in a new land.

A new ride at a UK theme park is so disturbing, patrons must sign a waiver to attest to their mental stability.