LifestyleWrinkly rat may hold the secret of eternal youthResearch has revealed the naked mole rat has a genome similar to that of a human.07 Jul 02:50 AM
EntertainmentCinema's grande dame: Catherine DeneuveAt 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.01 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandBreak-in adds to heartbreak of father's deathIrreplaceable photos among items stolen from car as family farewelled loved one.06 Jun 05:30 PM
WorldDrug hope for aggressive breast cancerA new Australian discovery could lead to the first ever drug treatment for people battling the most aggressive form of breast cancer.02 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandReprieve for terminally ill overstayerImmigration NZ is considering giving a dying overstayer a reprieve from deportation after being told it would be "high risk" to remove him in his current state of health.27 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandRugby star on assault chargesKurtis Haiu is facing serious assault charges after an incident south of Auckland.13 May 05:30 PM
Lifestyle'Sunshine vitamin' pills may extend lives of cancer patientsA vitamin pill available for a few pence in any local chemist's shop may have a bigger impact in extending the survival of cancer patients than drugs costing tens of thousands of pounds, says a leading cancer specialist.12 May 08:00 PM
LifestyleSimple blood test could save hundreds from ovarian cancerLate diagnosis is the main cause of the high death rate from ovarian cancer in the UK, experts say.27 Apr 03:44 AM
New ZealandDangerous toxin on rise in baby foodsA cancer-causing toxin has been found at uncomfortable levels in common foods such as bread, baby food and fried potatoes.24 Apr 05:30 PM