Auckland's historic Birdcage Tavern has made it back home without incident this afternoon after a two-day trip.

The red and yellow cap worn by surf lifesavers has been a familiar sight on Australian beaches for more than 70 years.

Contractors Bonding Ltd have stumped up $300,000 to fund the project, which will be on permanent loan to the stadium.

As nuclear fears rise around the world, Robin McKiere visits the scene of Ukraine's 1986 explosion.

Ophir's elegant O'Connell bridge was built to last, says Don Donovan.

Something orange-coloured shone in the dry soil at my feet. I picked it up and rubbed off the dirt, revealing a small piece of terracotta, probably part of an ornamental tile to judge from the slight patterning.

In the ancient city of Samarkand stands a monument to the grandiose vision of a brutal warlord. Jim Eagles writes.

Commander of the Continental Army which won the American colonies independence from Britain, first president of the United States: there's no doubt George Washington is one of the key figures who shaped the world we live in.

The top of Northern Ireland inspires a bit of blarney, writes Graham Reid.

The grave of a famous Aboriginal leader has been discovered in a suburban front garden.

In honour of Italy's 150th birthday, John Walsh rounds up its top cultural exports.