New ZealandFace of cancer test slams criticsFormer long-distance running star Allison Roe has defended thermal imaging, a popular but controversial investigation for breast cancer.26 Sep 04:30 PM
New ZealandBook review: The Story SistersMuch of Hoffman's writing is rich in symbolism and fantasy, and her latest novel, <i>The Story Sisters</i>, is no exception.25 Sep 04:30 PM
New ZealandPopular breast cancer test 'unproven'Health authorities are warning women against thermal imaging for breast cancer detection and one expert even says the industry should be shut down. 22 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandNurse gifts $800,000 house to charityYvonne Knipe-Ackermann, who died in January on her 73rd birthday, left her $800,000 Ponsonby home to Oxfam. 10 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandPM to cancer patient's wife: He loves you, RachelPrime Minister John Key has appeared alongside actor Hugh Jackman in a video made by an Australian man for his Kiwi wife. 02 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandTerror threat ends UK-NZ jetski attemptThe threat of terrorism and piracy has put a stop to a New Zealand-based bid to jetski from London to Auckland.30 Aug 11:06 PM
WorldLockerbie cancer specialist defends prognosisA row has arisen over the release of the Lockerbie bomber.15 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandCancer kids shoot for the starsThe Child Cancer Foundation wants to give young cancer patients a very special, but far-flung, gift.21 Jul 07:42 AM
LifestyleBreast cancer link to air freshenersAir fresheners and some cleaning products increase the risk of breast cancer, a study suggests.20 Jul 01:42 AM
New ZealandVitamin C blocks tumour growth: studyNZ researchers have established that vitamin C can help to block the growth of cancer cells.19 Jul 04:00 PM