New ZealandRed sky at night: why the proverb rings trueRed sky at night: why the proverb rings true18 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandDo fish oil pills really protect your heart?A new review suggests long-chain omega 3 supplements do little for heart protection.18 Jul 06:03 AM
New ZealandKiwi research paves way for long-term flu vaccineThousands of lives could be saved with world-first research from New Zealand.18 Jul 04:59 AM
New ZealandCouncils unsure where to start on climate threat - scientistA scientist is worried councils are struggling to get started on sea level rise planning.18 Jul 04:32 AM
New ZealandNZ scientist calls out 'unnecessary' US skeleton studyNZ scientist joins criticism of US study of skeleton famed for its alien-like appearance.17 Jul 11:49 PM
New ZealandOur last wilderness isn't so remote after allKelp's 20,000km drift to Antarctica stirs worry over plastic reaching pristine continent.16 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandOur last wilderness isn't so remote after allKelp's 20,000km Antarctic journey: our last wilderness isn't so remote after all. / SuppliedWatch16 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandResearchers criticise NZ's 2050 pest wipe-out driveTwo researchers have proposed an alternative to NZ's 2050 goal - but DoC's not convinced.16 Jul 06:31 AM
New ZealandCould our smartphones soon be able to smell?Could your smartphone one day be able to smell? Kiwi-made tech could see it happen.16 Jul 03:24 AM
New ZealandChCh quake was region's biggest in half a yearLast night's 4.0 earthquake was Christchurch's strongest in more than half a year.15 Jul 11:46 PM
New ZealandReconstructing the fearsome Haast's eagleDigitally reconstructing the huge Haast's eagle could help save birds that still remain.15 Jul 04:02 AM
New ZealandNine years ago: NZ's forgotten monster quakeThe biggest quake in nearly a century struck nine years ago today. But we've forgotten it.15 Jul 01:09 AM
World'Ghost particles' from distant galaxy discovered"It's a brand new vision on what's happening in the universe."14 Jul 07:55 PM
TechnologyPaediatric geneticist helps unravel rare genetic disordersProfessor Robertson, a world-renowned paediatric geneticist based at the University of Otago, has been helping unravel rare genetic disorders affecting countless families. Photo / SuppliedWatch14 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandMeet the Kiwi DNA detective helping kids across worldWorld-renowned Kiwi researcher Stephen Robertson is offering hope to families everywhere.14 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionMichelle DickinsonNanogirl: A sleep at the wheelCOMMENT: Scientists believe they might understand how cars can make us drowsy.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeird Science: 'Digital detox' holidays on the riseUnplugged holidays could soon become a big part of the tourism industry, study finds.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWarmer seas create whale of time in NZHumpbacks stocks are growing and are now 50 per cent of the pre-whaling population.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandScientist in NZ seeking the origins of lifeCould the origins of life be discovered in Rotorua? Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Jul 03:25 AM
New ZealandI see red: Mars comes closest to Earth in 17 yearsMars is paying its closest visit for the next 17 years, making the planet appear bigger.11 Jul 11:08 PM
New ZealandHow to kill fake news: Pause before you shareA visiting Emmy-winning documentary-maker shares some tips on combating fake news.11 Jul 06:53 AM
New ZealandScientists stumble on promising agent for incurable cancerHaematologists discover favourable response to the antibiotic "completely by chance".11 Jul 02:14 AM
New ZealandAeronautics whizz inspiring girls to reach for the starsA top MIT engineer who nearly became NZ's first astronaut has a message for young women.10 Jul 10:38 PM
OpinionJacob Anderson: What's the beef with genetic technology?COMMENT: Is it time we reconsider our stance on genetic technologies, asks Jacob Anderson?10 Jul 08:27 AM
WorldThis is the world's oldest colourDiscovery major breakthrough on how animals came to exist ... and why they arrived so late10 Jul 08:03 AM
New ZealandStudy highlights NZ's 750-year biodiversity tragedyScientists have reached 750 years into our past to gain new insights into NZ's species.10 Jul 06:47 AM
New ZealandRobot butlers: Don't expect them any time soonA visiting US robotics expert predicts autonomous air taxis before robot home-helpers.10 Jul 05:47 AM
New ZealandMore animals, fewer deaths in research and testingMPI says numbers up 13 per cent from the record low achieved in the previous year.10 Jul 12:13 AM
KahuBone study gives picture of NZ's lost worldNew study using DNA from fossil bone uncovers unknown animal species and Māori behaviours.09 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandIs Rotorua our closest thing to Mars?Is there life on Mars? Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Jul 09:10 PM
New ZealandKiwi scientists closing in killer infectious diseaseA novel property of a new anti-TB drug could lead to more treatments for the disease.08 Jul 12:52 AM
LifestyleOver 50? Why you should be eyeing fruit and vegEating plenty of fruit and veges could lessen the risk of a common eye disease.08 Jul 12:52 AM
New ZealandShrinking rivers affect trout, eels - studyShrinking rivers are less able to support larger predatory fish like brown trout and eels.07 Jul 11:49 PM
OpinionMichelle DickinsonNanogirl: Is nail polish remover making you sick?COMMENT: Could painting your nails be hazardous to your health?06 Jul 05:00 PM
