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World sharemarkets up on Euro bank plan approval

Sharemarkets in Europe and the US are up after investors appeared to endorse the European plan to recapitalise threatened banks.

Don't miss: Scott, Shackleton & Antarctic Photography

This exhibition will mark the centenary of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's ill-fated journey to the South Pole.

Hungary: Beyond the big city

Many tourists never venture beyond Hungary's capital but there's a lot more to the country than Budapest's charms: from spas and vineyards to wetlands teeming with birds.

Hungary: A family favourite in central Europe

From spas and vineyards to wetlands teeming with birds, a holiday in Hungary has much to offer, writes Mike Unwin.

The downside to looking on the bright side

If you are always seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, be warned - it could be an oncoming train.

London embraces Spanish food scene

From the world's tennis number one, Rafael Nadal, to the globe's top restaurant, El Bulli, it seems we can't get enough of all things Spanish, including sherry.

Pisa expert says Big Ben leaning

Whether the British parliament is leaning to the left or right depends on your point of view but Big Ben is officially tilting.

'Pee bags' on trains upset Dutch commuters

Sienna Miller's stepmum gets phone hack payout

Italy: Tuscany without tourists

Heather Whelan goes off the beaten track to a place where the past is part of the present.

World markets dip despite Bernanke intervention hopes

Goff fumes at Key over nation's credit chop

Russia denies claims by Georgia ministers

World markets slump on continued Euro fears

British research backs 'male menopause' cure

There's hope for millions of men as scientists show no link between testosterone treatment and prostate cancer.

Paris Fashion Week: Galliano Lite from designer's successor

The first John Galliano ready-to-wear collection under the label's new creative director had none of the outrageous excess that was the heart and soul of the brand.

Barcelona: Spanish charm

Barcelona's quirky art and architecture captivate Shelley Bridgeman.

'Yes' Warnie! Shane proposes at Scottish golf course