New ZealandComplaints pour in after Henry calls Boyle 'retarded'The Human Rights Commission has received nearly 200 calls after TV host Paul Henry referred to intellectually-disabled star Susan Boyle as "retarded".30 Nov 09:42 PM
New Zealand'Retard' as offensive as racial slurs – Special OlympicsSpecial Olympics NZ requests a review of broadcasting standards to ensure the use of "retard" is regarded as unacceptable.30 Nov 02:18 AM
TechnologyHalf man, half machine: The cyborgs are comingA breakthrough in implantable electronics could see cyborg technology coming a step closer to reality.18 Nov 01:08 AM
New ZealandSaying it loud on Loud Shirt DayIt's hard to imagine the elegant Sally Synnott wearing a loud shirt.30 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandACC patients to pay fee in physio cost-cuttingVisiting the physio will cost patients at least $10-20 each time, now that the ACC has decided to cut costs.17 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt holds fire on school therapy cutsEducation Minister Anne Tolley has given a stay of execution for a $2.5m scheme that provides therapy at school for disabled children.13 Aug 11:12 PM
