PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDepressed? Why anti-depressants aren't the best solutionDepression affects more Kiwis than we think: and it's not just about a chemical inbalance.14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPreparing for a 'solar tsunami'Scientists are helping energy networks prepare for solar event far bigger than weekend's.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat is the science behind the Aurora Australis?The skies have been lighting up with the Aurora Australis - but what causes it?12 May 09:48 PM
WorldStrong solar storm could disrupt communicationsThe sun is producing strong solar flares and has hurled outbursts of plasma our way.10 May 11:18 PM
LifestyleFirst implant of Elon Musk’s brain chip company malfunctionsHuman brain implant had to be adjusted after it ‘retracted’, Neuralink admits.10 May 01:55 AM
New ZealandWinter jump in deaths expected: what’s most likely to kill this year?Death rates over winter are nearly a quarter higher than other times of the year. Why?08 May 02:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Extinction threat': How scared should we be of bird flu reaching NZ?The global spread of bird flu has scientists concerned. Here's what you should know.07 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle80-plus and still firing on all cylinders: A peek inside the brains of ‘super-agers’NY Times: New research explores why some octogenarians have exceptional memories.06 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandThe surprising things researchers just learned about gambling addiction in NZAround two-thirds of Kiwis gamble each year - but when and how does it turn risky?05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ study reveals concerning diet trends among disadvantaged kidsA groundbreaking study has shed important new light on the diets of our under-5s.05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFirst suspected case of cow-to-human bird flu transfer means NZ must be preparedThe risk to humans is still low, but NZ needs plan for 'range of scenarios', expert says.05 May 04:26 AM
New Zealand'Big jolt': Magnitude 4.4 quake reported in lower North IslandThe quake was centred 15km north-east of Eketahuna at a depth of 22km.04 May 10:47 PM
NRLFormer Kiwis league player is NZ's first case of national rep with CTECalls for action as the silent killer haunts New Zealand's sporting community.02 May 12:43 PM
New ZealandGroundbreaking soil research earns student prestigious awardKerikeri's Sunny Perry wins Prime Minister’s Future Scientist Prize for soil research.01 May 06:00 AM
TravelIconic Auckland attractions $7.4m makeoverA $7.4 million centre has been created to make STEM fun for kids.30 Apr 06:30 PM
New ZealandWeather: El Nino to deliver NZ parting shot with colder-than-average MayForecasters are picking a dry and cold May for NZ – but not before a patch of wet weather.29 Apr 04:12 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentUS wants allies to cut chip-related China exports amid Huawei alarmFinancial Times: Washington urges three countries to tighten supply of tools and tech.25 Apr 11:03 PM
New ZealandUniversity of Auckland taken to ERA by ‘Plan B’ academic Simon ThornleyThe university is now involved in a new employment dispute.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandGoodbye El Nino, hello La Nina? What to expect for the NZ winter and beyondThe El Nino of 2023-24 is officially over. What's in store for the rest of the year?21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ virologist says spread of bird flu across globe is ‘definitely cause for concern’NZ needs to be prepared for H5N1 bird flu, which is evolving surprisingly quickly.21 Apr 04:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We found it!': Meet the Kiwi DNA detectives helping sick kids around the worldFor families, rare disorders can be misery. For Stephen Robertson, they're a mission.20 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow migraines, flu and heart attacks affect women and men differentlyYou can blame your hormones for how your body reacts to and fights certain infections.19 Apr 04:00 AM
LifestyleThe dangerous bacteria lurking in your gym gearHere's why it might be time to review your gym hygiene habits.18 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'We need to take risks': Should we change species to save them?New York Times: When traditional conservation fails, science is using “assisted evolution”17 Apr 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe household products harming children outlined in hazardous substance briefingHealth Minister Dr Shane Reti received the aide-memoire in December last year.14 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPlight at the Museum: New Zealand's natural heritage at riskMuseum collections help save species from extinction - but now they're at risk themselves.13 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe world is in the middle of a record marine heatwave. What's happening?New York Times: The 'massive records' set over 2023 are beyond what scientists expected.11 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandNZ is being soaked by another atmospheric river - what are they?They’ve powered some of our biggest deluges in recent years: what are atmospheric rivers?11 Apr 01:15 AM
New ZealandMinistry for Culture and Heritage confirms job cutting proposalMore than 1300 jobs are facing the chop from government departments so far.10 Apr 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFrom weight loss to acne: Is apple cider vinegar really a cure-all?New York Times: Never mind the TikTokers - here's what the science says.10 Apr 08:53 PM
New ZealandMore than 1300 public sector jobs to go: Full list of where axe is falling as more cuts loomA number of job reductions have been due to stop-work notices.10 Apr 06:22 AM
WorldPeter Higgs, who proposed the existence of the ‘God particle,’ dies at 94The physicist's work helps scientists understand the riddles of the universe.09 Apr 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhy scents are being used to treat dementia and depressionScent-based therapy is revolutionising care for depression and dementia.09 Apr 03:00 AM
