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Who lives longest: Meat eaters or vegetarians?

What we eat - as opposed to how much we eat - is a hot topic to study, so can we confidently say that avoiding meat will increase your lifespan?

Worms may help asthma sufferers

Worms could hold the key to curing asthma after it was discovered that they secrete a protein which prevents the body overreacting to allergens.

Kiwis take research to Brando's paradise

Kiwi scientists have brought their pest-busting expertise to a spectacular Pacific atoll formerly owned by late legendary actor Marlon Brando.

Watch: GLEAM shows the galaxy in a new light

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The universe as never seen before

Kiwi scientists have helped reveal the universe in glorious technicolour, with incredible new images reflecting on one of the widest-ever radio-wave surveys of space yet.

Barrier Reef: 'Mortality is devastating'

Scientists taking a toll of the damage done to the Great Barrier Reef say large parts of formerly pristine coral has died.

NZ researchers punch above their weight

New Zealand is punching above its weight in its output of top-quality research, with a new index ranking the country above larger nations like Saudi Arabia and South Africa.

Alcohol-energy drink mix 'like cocaine'

For teenagers, mixing energy drinks with alcohol is like taking cocaine, according to a new study.

Are aliens signaling us with their stars?

Two astronomers have spotted strange flashes from a set of stars. They say it's an alien civilisation. Others say it's just a glitch.

Auckland exodus: Who's leaving?

The cost of housing in Auckland is pushing staff in industries to leave the city, while Auckland businesses must be prepared to pay more to keep staff.

NZ researcher probes lunar 'moonquakes'

A New Zealand-based researcher is investigating "moonquakes" - a curious lunar phenomenon first discovered by Nasa's Apollo missions.

Does a full moon change behaviour?

Does the moon actually make people act crazy, or change human behaviour in any way?

'Ridiculous' prices forcing out teachers

A top Auckland school is losing three science teachers as houses become an "unrealistic" goal for many in the profession.

'Male pill' stops sperm from swimming

Scientists have made a breakthrough that could be the key to developing a male contraceptive pill.

NZ project could transform bird conservation

Pioneering genetic research by Kiwi scientists could help protect hundreds of bird species around the world.

Kiwi innovation could help millions of kids

It's called Squish - and it could mean all the difference in treating millions of people around the world with strawberry birthmarks and other related disfiguring conditions.

What is dark web and how does it work?

COMMENT: Freedom fighters and criminals alike work undercover in internet anonymity.

Housework adds 3 years to women's life

Researchers say doing housework can add years to a women's life - but has little effect on men.