New ZealandNewly formed Bioeconomy Science Institute to cut 134 jobsThe cuts affect 86 science and 48 professional services roles nationwide.26 Feb 10:33 PM
New ZealandFrom BOP start-up to 2100 schools: Hands-on science kits set to scale upHouse of Science aims to grow its reach from 50,000 to 500,000 students.26 Feb 07:36 PM
WorldA bonkers 96.2cm of snow hit this US city. How that happenedMost of the snow - 90.1cm - fell on the Rhode Island city in one day.25 Feb 09:48 PM
PremiumNew ZealandUniversity of Auckland professor faces trespass order after workplace investigation25 Feb 05:33 AM
PoliticsWatch: Govt reveals new writing, maths, science kits coming to schools to 'spark discovery'23 Feb 11:00 PM
BusinessIn Lower Hutt, a live demo points the way to clean, superabundant energyGovernment is backing start-up with $35m.17 Feb 04:16 PM
BusinessOpenStar levitates half-tonne magnet in step toward 'near limitless' powerWellington start-up OpenStar has made the first public demonstration of its technology, putting it on the path toward nuclear fusion. Video / Tony MeinenWatch17 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhat science says we’ve been getting wrong about exerciseWashington Post: For most of human history, living was exercise. It still can be.16 Feb 11:00 PM
WorldThousands of ‘city-killer’ asteroids threaten Earth and Nasa can’t find themAbout 15,000 mid-sized space rocks at least 140m in diameter are unaccounted for.16 Feb 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil O'Reilly: NZ needs to debate what resilience means for our economic survivalThe OECD average for research and development is now about 2.7% of GDP.14 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle2 to 3 cups of coffee a day may reduce dementia risk. But not if it’s decafNew York Times: There's good news for tea-drinkers too. 13 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandSpooky ‘grim reaper’ image shows up on medical scan of car-crash victimDoctors say the scan highlights how pareidolia can mislead radiology reads.12 Feb 06:55 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Digging into decades of NZ soil scienceOPINION: Years on, soil research is still the hidden engine of our food system.09 Feb 09:00 PM
WorldWhen patients see the line between life and death, should we believe them?Scientists know more about our brains, but near-death experiences are still mysterious.08 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentThe secret life of trees – and what happens if you're sucked into a black hole in spaceArt collides with science in Breathe|Mauri Ora, Te Papa’s big summer show.07 Feb 07:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwi scientists set honey trap in Antarctica for elusive colossal squid"Essentially we’re flirting and will see who comes along.”07 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldGlobal aid cuts could lead to 9.4 million deaths by 2030, study projectsLancet research puts number on potential toll as global humanitarian system cracks apart. 03 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldAI screening helps catch aggressive breast cancers earlier, Swedish trial findsSwedish artificial intelligence cancer evaluation trial involved more than 100,000 women.01 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldMicroplastics in one-third of surveyed Pacific Island fishThe research examined fish taken from waters off Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.28 Jan 08:20 PM
LifestyleRegularly bitten by mosquitoes? You might want to check if your feet smellPlus, how to get rid of mosquitoes at home this summer, according to experts.27 Jan 11:00 PM
WorldUS storm: Dangerous, record bone-deep chill could last for daysSome places are forecast to break low records that have stood for more than a century.26 Jan 08:53 PM
LifestyleFermentation: How easy (and healthy) is it to do at home?Experts explain if making your own sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir and sourdough is worth it. 25 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle7 surprisingly hopeful things we’ve learned about dementiaWashington Post: "I think we’re at the threshold of making a significant impact."25 Jan 05:00 PM
WorldUS storm: Why long-lasting power outages could be a big problem after the worstSince 2021, four severe Arctic storms have descended to cover much of North America.25 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSome immune systems defeat cancer. Could that become a drug?New York Times: New antibody drug taps body’s own defence in early lung cancer trial.22 Jan 11:57 PM
EntertainmentJames Cameron moved family to NZ for 'sanity' after pandemic responseHe cites a 98% vaccination rate here versus about 62% in the United States.22 Jan 07:14 AM
WorldThirty-year study: US scientists reveal secret of longevityHarvard experts tracked more than 111,000 people over more than three decades. 21 Jan 07:45 PM
New ZealandThe only Kiwi uni to crack the world's top 100 – and it did it twiceAuckland Uni is among the world's best universities, but a report shows NZ has work to do.21 Jan 12:00 AM
