The cost of raising a child

Every parent knows children are a drain on their resources - mental and financial. But exactly how much do the little dears cost to bring up? And are they value for money? (let's not go there ...)

Debt destroyed my family

In the 90s, Samantha Downes's parents bought an inn. All went well at first, but the economic downturn led to financial struggle - which ended in tragedy

Money isn’t everything

New research has challenged the idea that wealth doesn't amount to happiness. But it still leaves spirituality out of the equation

Worry, be happy

Alex Singleton: Despite what the government is trying to tell us, striving for a better future is what makes humans happy. Wealth doesn't

What’s in a name?

Are branded drugs worth the extra cash? Lucy Atkins finds out whether generic alternatives can do the same job for less

Health of nations

Kate Sheppard: Our measures of wellbeing fail to account for income inequality, environmental degradation and poor quality of life. It's time for a change.