The good life

Stress seems as much a part of modern life as budget airlines, mobile phones and the Da Vinci Code. But National Downshifting Week highlights how a growing number of city types are jacking it in for a simpler, quieter life. Find out more in my feature on the BBC news website.

Why is the Conservative Party blue?

David Cameron is urging people to "vote blue, go green". But why are the Tories blue, and Labour red?
I investigate for the BBC news website.

Timeline: Ground Zero redevelopment

Since the 11 September 2001 attacks on New York's World Trade Center there have been many disagreements over the design of the redevelopment of Ground Zero. Work finally began on the Freedom Tower last week.
Here I track the key developments over the last four years.