LifestyleBefore fries and mash: The surprising origins of the potatoThe modern potato evolved from a hybrid of tomatoes and etuberosum.31 Jul 08:49 PM
WorldDesperate for power, modern AI firms lean on a geriatric US nuclear fleetTech firms are securing power from ageing nuclear plants for AI data centres.31 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldIconic French chef stakes reputation on vegan menuAlain Passard's restaurant L’Arpege is now fully plant-based.31 Jul 03:10 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Yes, you can buy a T-shirt for $9. But here's why you shouldn'tThere's a hidden cost to picking up a fast fashion bargain.31 Jul 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly exciting': NZ beef may get methane-reducing pill soonTrials showed a 70% methane reduction with Ruminant BioTech's bolus. 30 Jul 11:36 PM
Business'Super-excited': Kiwi firm lands $18m deal for EV battery recyclingThe project aims to extract lithium, nickel and cobalt from used EV batteries.30 Jul 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Treat the sea with quite a bit of caution': Caution urged as tsunami warnings persist in Hawke's BayNapier Port suspended operations, and ships went out to sea as the tsunami threatened.30 Jul 09:47 PM
New ZealandMayor backs demand for urgent fix for corroding lake wall The $11m Ōhau channel diversion wall was built in 2008 to protect Lake Rotoiti.30 Jul 06:54 PM
Crime'Pretty kinky': How black pantyhose helped NZ police nail French spiesScientists linked a pair of stockings bought in Paris to the 1985 Rainbow Warrior bombing.30 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNeil Williams: Why your hot water cylinder is NZ's hidden energy solutionNew technology could save households $300 million annually on power bills.30 Jul 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'No agreement': Tenants win dispute after tiny home tips in stormThe home lacked building consent and there was no written agreement with the tenants.30 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandTyre-wrecking pothole on Southern Motorway leaves gaping hole in wheel, punctures anotherA section of Auckland's Southern Motorway was down to one lane while crews repaired it.30 Jul 01:21 AM
New ZealandGovt to repeal oil and gas ban with new ministerial powers11th-hour change focuses on rules for decommissioning oil and gas fields, and cleanups. 29 Jul 07:06 PM
New Zealand'We stress every time it rains': Neighbours' flooding fightTe Puke neighbours urge council to take action to stop flooding during heavy rain.29 Jul 07:02 PM
World‘Absolute madness’: Thailand’s pet lion problemLion ownership in Thailand has grown to nearly 500 registered lions.29 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why cancelling regional councils would be a very bad ideaOPINION: Imagine what would happen if regional councils were no more.29 Jul 06:00 PM
TravelCompleting NZ's Great Walks with kids: One family's epic journeyFor quality, screen-free family time, a Great Walk really delivers. 29 Jul 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Significant risk': NZTA calls for East Coast animal owners to address wandering stockNZTA called on farmers to help prevent stock animals from becoming a “road statistic".29 Jul 05:00 AM
WorldHeavy rains leave 30 dead in BeijingIntense rainstorms have pummelled swathes of northern China this week.29 Jul 01:42 AM
Travel newsOn The Up: 'Pretty tight squeeze' - Four Kiwis' epic 16,000km trip squashed in tiny car for charityThe team is travelling across Europe and Asia as part of an international rally. 29 Jul 01:28 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAgents sought to sell Smith & Caughey's Queen St HQBoard member Peter Alexander said the intention was to sell but there was no hurry.28 Jul 09:00 PM
WorldTaiwan’s rubbish trucks offer classical music and a catch-upTaiwan's garbage trucks play classical music to signal collection time.28 Jul 07:00 PM
World'Defining moment': UN challenges Australia on climate ambitionsAustralia plans to cut emissions by 43% by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050.28 Jul 07:41 AM
WorldSydney beaches could trial removal of shark nets this summerThe NSW Government asked councils to choose beaches for the trial.28 Jul 02:50 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe rise of minimalist branding: What it means for consumersIt seems everywhere you look, brands are refining their visual image.27 Jul 02:00 AM
TravelWhat it's like sleeping in an ancient Korean hanok villageNathan Limm explores the rich history of Gyeongju.26 Jul 07:00 PM
WorldArctic heatwave hits Lapland, wildfires and climate fears growWildfires in Lapland are spreading rapidly due to the intense heat.26 Jul 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Miscommunication': DoC backtracks over call that could have cost 700 jobs at Otago mineHundreds of jobs are on the line in an Otago mine.26 Jul 12:44 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMount residents fret as future of prime site in limboDeveloper behind 8-storey apartment plan 'couldn’t come to an agreement' with council.25 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'It defies belief': Mayor slams damage to stopbanks by 4WD vehiclesHBRC spent over $25 million on stopbank repairs after the cyclone.25 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandSurge in house fire deaths blamed on alternative heating methodsSeventeen people have died in avoidable house fires in the past year.25 Jul 05:49 AM
New Zealand'Freezing conditions': Police rescue man on Tongariro Crossing The man called for help, realising he wasn't equipped for the cold.24 Jul 10:19 PM
WorldTalks on more bonds to boost rhino conservationSANParks is discussing bonds with RMB to fund rhino conservation efforts.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It was a huge eye-opener': How boating tragedy drives water safety advocateEsther Hone lost a friend in a South Island boating accident as a teenager.24 Jul 05:00 PM
