The FF is possibly the world's most glamorous and exciting intercontinental ski express. But is it relevant in New Zealand?

The leaders of France and Italy have called for an overhaul of the system of passport-free travel across 25 European nations.

The morning started with a call from Creative New Zealand to say Michael Parekowhai had notified them of the interview.

A Steinway grand piano carved with Maori patterns is part of Michael Parekowhai's installation at this year's Venice Biennale.

The Italian man whose company is responsible for those tasty Ferrero Rocher chocolates has died, aged just 47.

The small, superb story has become a talisman in the author's Italy. Since its publication there 15 years ago, it's won plaudits and prizes and been made into a Mastroianni film.

The new editor of MrPorter.com lists his favourite male fashion icons of all time.

Italian mobsters will try anything to convince judges they are suffering from depression or anorexia.

Silvio Berlusconi, the Teflon Tycoon, will stop at little to avoid a prison sentence.

Political satire on floats is probably not what you'd expect in this town on the Tuscan coast, writes John Watson.

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

A new cookbook written by two old friends exploring their culinary heritage should reignite your zest for Italian food.

Lynch fans will delight in her latest offering of love and heartache in the Italian hills. Sarah-Kate Lynch even helped smooth the reviewer's own path to love.

Amanda Taylor-Ace had a dream and, through the sheer force of her personality, made it her reality, upping sticks and creating a most enviable life in France.

Gorgeous views and simply delicious Italian fare are getting tongues wagging in the Waitakeres.

How New Zealand takes to Suzuki's latest Swift could make or break the brand here.

50-plus projects under way to combat bacterial plague.