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.
New Zealand is a 25 to one shot of being the venue for Prince William's honeymoon.
In fashion circles and beyond — in the worlds of business, politics and entertainment — she's just Anna, a worthy peer to Oprah and Martha.
Bloggers have been elevated to front row status but now that they're 'in', can they maintain their objectivity?
Mexico City is notorious for its kidnappings, muggings and other criminal activities so why would a young Australian author choose to live there?
Others dispute danger, but agree on the need to be prepared for attack.
The little islands off Vancouver are relaxing hideaways, writes Rachel Ward.
The stunning Pacific Coast scenery is enhanced by the surrounding bounty of beautiful food, outstanding wine, horse trekking and other activities in Northern California.
Middle East tension poses a threat to the delicate global recovery.
Japan's biggest quake since records began triggered a shocking 10m tsunami. See how the quake ranks in history.
The drummer for Dunedin’s cult indie band the Clean, Hamish Kilgour, tells Rebecca Barry about life in the Big Apple and how he remains Kiwi.
Scientists have uncovered an odd fact about 19th-century Mormons: the more women in a household, the lower the birthrate.
A multimillion-dollar stage adaptation of Spider-Man has been plagued by broken limbs, stage collapses and walkouts. Critics have branded it a joke. But even before it's opened it's already breaking box-office records.
Ewan McDonald meets a forester who bet his shirt on a love of mushrooms.
For women of a certain (or uncertain) age, remembering nothing is not difficult. Remembering something is more problematic. Thus, women of a certain age will be enchanted by Nora Ephron's take on memory, or lack of it.
Chris Liddell writes on the future of philanthropy and how we can get involved.
Albuquerque's National Institute of Flamenco preserves and promotes the artistry, history and culture of flamenco and fulfils an educational role through its National Conservatory of Flamenco Arts.
Search teams in the Hotel Grand Chancellor, Forsyth Barr, CTV and PGC buildings are facing a variety of challenges in trying to secure the buildings.
Full results from the 2011 Academy Awards.