Nick Duerden talks to writer David Whitehouse and his agent about the difficulties of getting a book published.

Cheryl Cole reunited with her ex-husband Ashley Cole at her birthday bash on Friday night.

British band Arctic Monkeys and rockers Arcade Fire are heading the nominations list for this year's Mojo Awards.

Former hellraiser Liam Gallagher has turned his back on his wild ways after quitting booze at the beginning of the year.

At 67, French screen legend Catherine Deneuve embodies the essence of growing old gracefully. Helen Barlow surveys the life and loves of the star and talks to her about her new film, a feminist comedy.

Ultra-luxury carmaker teams up with Toyota to produce a surprising runabout for urban drivers.

British interior designer Geraldine James shares her passion for transforming rooms.

A chapel at the heart of a bestselling mystery novel captivates pilgrims, says Graham Reid.

Janet Jackson will perform a virtual duet with her deceased brother Michael in London this week.

A shining star of Moorcroft Pottery's design team visits New Zealand this week.

This year's Glastonbury Festival was notable for weak headliners, rain, mud, baking sun and a sense that this unlikely survivor from days of hippie idealism is still true to itself.

The men's top seeds have not yet faced major challenges at Wimbledon.

The New Zealand under-20 rugby team withstood a stirring challenge from England to land their fourth successive world title.

New Zealand musicians have secured a special place on the programme for the City of London Festival.

A slimmer and smoother sports star denies rumours he's had cosmetic surgery.