New ZealandRoundup case: Scientists caution against knee-jerk NZ banAny ban of weedkiller Roundup in NZ shouldn't be hung off US ruling, scientists say.13 Aug 04:27 AM
New ZealandNZ's only killer tsunami: What it means today150 years ago, NZ's only documented fatal tsunami hit. What can we learn from it today?13 Aug 12:48 AM
New ZealandStuck to the web: Study examines digital dangersHow much internet is too much internet? A Kiwi researcher is aiming to find out.12 Aug 03:19 AM
New ZealandNZ Roundup use questioned after US court's $440m cancer rulingUS janitor awarded $440m - now NZ must "find a better way", says organic farmer.11 Aug 11:32 PM
WorldNASA rocket's journey to the sun delayedNASA has postponed the historic launch of the first spacecraft to fly towards the Sun.11 Aug 09:56 PM
OpinionPaul LittlePaul Little: Why plastic can actually be good for environmentCOMMENT: It's time to get serious on solutions which will help the environment.11 Aug 05:00 PM
TechnologyWeird Science: The best way to get bad newsOdd as it sounds, already being distressed makes it easier to absorb bad news.10 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionNanogirl: Organs grown on demandCOMMENT: Research could be a life-saver for those needing transplants.10 Aug 05:00 PM
EnvironmentTests from a box to fight diseasesScience forums hears from Richard Winkworth about his studies of pests and diseases09 Aug 06:00 AM
WorldAlien mineral found in meteorite that crashed-down in SiberiaIt turned out to be unlike anything found on Earth and has researchers baffled.07 Aug 09:10 AM
New ZealandScientists: risk of Earth entering 'hothouse' climateA new study has warned the planet could descend into a devastating "hothouse climate".07 Aug 03:49 AM
WorldScientists' warning: Climate change may cause 'uninhabitable Earth'Parts of the planet may have 60m sea level rises even if targets are met, scientists warn.07 Aug 03:19 AM
WorldUnsolved mystery of the extinct hobbit peopleThese ancient human-like beings that were small in stature have puzzled scientists.06 Aug 11:15 PM
EnvironmentNicola Patrick: Counting on things Kiwis really valueWhy economic success isn't the only - or even the best - indicator of our progress05 Aug 07:00 AM
OpinionMichelle DickinsonNanogirl: Race against battery burnoutCOMMENT: Lithium-ion batteries are powering electric cars... but at what cost?03 Aug 05:00 PM
TechnologyNew earth? This is where we'll find lifeIt looks like Earth - the most likely place to find alien life. It's called Kepler 452b.02 Aug 10:12 PM
TechnologyTerraforming Mars: Elon Musk's Mars dream crushedHe's spending big on his dream to terraform Mars. But science just found a huge problem.01 Aug 10:13 PM
New ZealandTe Papa pauses parts of restructureTe Papa is seeking advice from experts on its natural history collections care.31 Jul 07:52 PM
LifestyleHow dogs could sniff out lung cancerResearchers also hope to develop 'electronic nose'.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore weather-related EQC claims closer to the coastStudy finds clear trends among $300m of weather-related claims paid out by EQC since 2000.30 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionComment: Why science is the business frontierIf we value it, science can boost our economy, write Dr Jim Salinger and Dr James Watson.29 Jul 05:35 AM
New ZealandNZ scientist walking in Darwin's footstepsIn the name of science, Luis Ortiz-Catedral has been hunting snakes on an active volcano.29 Jul 04:49 AM
CrimeYour say: Devilish twist on front pageReaders write in: Brian Tamaki; the justice debate; science and religion; the alt-right29 Jul 04:05 AM
New ZealandOne-two 1080 punch promising weapon in war on pestsScientists have found promise in a new pest-busting approach in a one-two punch of 1080.29 Jul 12:33 AM
New ZealandHow much longer will Southern Ocean slow climate change?The Southern Ocean below NZ absorbs 40 per cent of CO2 emissions. But for how much longer?28 Jul 10:39 PM
New ZealandAll-star line-up: Blood moon eclipse beginsThe heavens are currently treating star-gazers to one stunner of a variety show.27 Jul 06:19 PM
OpinionMichelle DickinsonNanogirl: Greedy parasites good for businessCould a cat parasite could be good for business?27 Jul 05:00 PM
TechnologyEver put your keys in the fridge? Here's whyHave you ever put your car keys in the fridge while leaving milk on the outside?27 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldClimate change is supercharging a hot and dangerous Northern Hemisphere summerClimate models for three decades have predicted exactly what the world is seeing.27 Jul 08:25 AM
New ZealandAll-star line-up: Blood moon eclipse and a Mars fly-byThe heavens are currently treating star-gazers to one stunner of a variety show.27 Jul 01:58 AM
LifestylePlastic cause of shrinking genitals, study claimsScientists find men's exposure to chemicals in plastic is causing worrying defects.26 Jul 09:30 PM
New ZealandAuckland could get just five days' warning of eruptionAucklanders could get as little as five days' warning of a major volcanic eruption.26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPrepare for a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse at a 'blood moon'Star-gazers are soon to get a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse at a "blood moon" like no other.26 Jul 02:16 AM
WorldHanging on: Leaf blower used to see how lizards endure stormsScientists, curious as to how lizards survive through hurricanes, blasted the creatures.25 Jul 06:40 PM
