In western nations, fewer people than ever are getting married, yet studies show that tying the knot will make you happier.

Former Deputy PM Michael Cullen has outlined a proposal which would see Parliament elect the Head of State, telling a conference there was "inevitability" about NZ becoming a republic.

If you want to tell whether your baby is in pain, looking at its face may not be enough, researchers have found.

Weird and minimal electronic intrigue.

Too much homage, too few laughs.

The increasingly bitter battle for the leadership of Britain's opposition Labour Party has reached new heights.

Scientists have found the first inherited link to common migraine and a possible reason for extreme headaches.

The threat of terrorism and piracy has put a stop to a New Zealand-based bid to jetski from London to Auckland.

Axl Rose - one of the most mercurial singers in the pantheon of rock - gave a performance on and off stage, at UK festivals over the weekend.

Lewd allegations about the private life of the spy found murdered in London have been dismissed by police.

Prime Minister John Key and his wife, Bronagh, will be spending a weekend with the Queen at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.

The three-year design partnership between the supermodel Kate Moss and the retail tycoon Sir Philip Green will draw to a close later this year.

Auckland City's interim chief executive Doug McKay is drawing inspiration from global experts, writes Fran O'Sullivan.

The fourth test between England and Pakistan at Lord's will continue as scheduled, despite reports of a betting scam.

The continuing financial chaos of Prince Andrew's former wife has, it is said, persuaded him to take charge of her financial affairs.

Joy Division's classic debut is undergoing a live revival. Scott Kara reports

What goes on behind the scenes when leading chef Peter Gordon collaborates with a leading company to launch a new product.

One of NZ's greatest scientists was investigated by Britain's MI5 as a suspect in passing information to Russia on the first atomic bombs, according to newly released files.

The woman who earned the wrath of a nation after she was caught dumping a cat in a bin says she is "profoundly sorry".

Evidence suggests the Romans' famous Italian stylishness may have been ditched to help colonists cope with the chilly British climate.

Tedium, dullness, monotony, ennui ... it's a fact of modern life. Instead of resenting it, Rhodri Marsden reckons we should embrace the lost art of being really, really bored.

The British woman caught on camera dumping a cat in a wheelie bin said she 'thought it would be funny'.