New ZealandDelving deep into historyScientists have probed more than 100m beneath Orakei Basin in a bid to reveal the explosive history of ancient Auckland.17 Feb 04:00 PM
LifestyleTerminal cancer patients saved in new trialA revolutionary cancer treatment that remembers the disease and remains like a watchman to prevent it returning is being developed.17 Feb 07:06 AM
New ZealandMeet our 'newest' endangered bird speciesWhy has one of our largest endangered bird species just become two new ones?17 Feb 05:10 AM
New ZealandFeather factor part of capital's value"How does taking a bath among native bush and listening to the sound of tui, kaka, woodpigeon and morepork appeal?"17 Feb 01:43 AM
New ZealandExposing the injuries beneath the wavesStudent and surfer Debbie Remnant says her project to understand surfing injuries is a "real passion".15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandScience behind the quakeThe latest big quake comes after more than 15,000 others, most of them too weak to be felt, in an aftershock sequence triggered by the 2010 Darfield earthquake.14 Feb 05:41 PM
WorldAntarctica: Life on the iceAntarctica is the coldest, most remote and naturally hostile place. What kind of maniac would choose to live there? Jamie Morton went there to find out.12 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandRichard Dawkins suffers strokeWell-known atheist and biologist has been forced to cancel his upcoming New Zealand tour due to health problems.12 Feb 03:25 AM
WorldThe NZ brain behind big breakthroughAs news of the biggest scientific breakthrough in recent times broke today, a retired Bay of Plenty resident sat down and read the headlines with excitement.12 Feb 03:18 AM
New ZealandProfessor Roy Kerr on the big scientific breakthroughAs news of the biggest scientific breakthrough in recent times broke early this morning, a retired Bay of Plenty resident sat down and read the headlines with excitement.Watch12 Feb 03:09 AM
WorldGravitational waves: Stephen Hawking celebrates discoveryThe discovery of gravity waves could "revolutionise astronomy", says Professor Stephen Hawking.11 Feb 11:02 PM
WorldTriumphant new age of astronomyThe announcement that gravitational waves have been directly captured for the first time, from the collision of two black holes, opens a new age of astronomy, writes Dr David Wiltshire.11 Feb 07:11 PM
WorldEinstein was right! Here's the proofAfter decades of effort scientists have succeeded in detecting gravitational waves from the violent merging of two black holes in deep space.11 Feb 04:32 PM
WorldWatch: Gravitational waves explainedScientists announced Thursday that, after decades of effort, they have succeeded in detecting gravitational waves from the violent merging of two black holes in deep space.Watch11 Feb 03:00 PM
TechnologyIs this proof Einstein was right?The hotly-anticipated confirmation of "ripples" wiggling through the fabric of space-time would be one of the most important discoveries of the past century: NZ physicist.11 Feb 05:32 AM
TechnologyKevin Schawinski: Living in a zombie galaxyLike a zombie, the Milky Way galaxy may already be dead but it still keeps going.10 Feb 08:31 PM
New ZealandFear of God: It's what makes us nicerScientists have found a long-awaited explanation as to why humans have for centuries maintained orderly societies: the fear of an angry god.10 Feb 04:00 PM
LifestyleBabies who develop early: Geniuses in the making?Does learning to walk and talk early signal academic excellence in adulthood?10 Feb 04:00 AM
TechnologyScience & Tech: Heart diseaseHeart disease kills more people in New Zealand than in most other OECD countries, according to a recent international OECD health report.05 Feb 04:00 PM
Lifestyle'Resting Bitch Face' is realQueen Elizabeth has it. So does fashion designer Victoria Beckham. And actress Kristen Stewart - poor thing, she's practically the poster girl.05 Feb 01:40 AM
LifestyleWhich face do you see? Image reveals eye strengthHow good's your eyesight? This optical illusion could reveal if you need glasses.04 Feb 11:48 PM
LifestyleBeards may hold future antibioticsMicrobiologist Adam Roberts went digging through men's beards in search of poop.04 Feb 08:35 PM
WorldFull moon means no umbrellaThe moon can influence the rainfall on Earth, scientists have found.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandStunning shots of NZ from spaceA British astronaut has tweeted epic photos of New Zealand from space on his Twitter account.04 Feb 10:12 AM
LifestyleRevealed: The drug that keeps you youngNew drug could 'have profound effects on healthspan and lifespan' say scientists.04 Feb 04:44 AM
LifestyleWhat your degree says about youThe traits most prominent among different fields.03 Feb 01:53 AM
WorldBrits get nod for human gene editingBritish scientists have received official permission to genetically modify human embryos.02 Feb 08:55 PM
LifestyleHate mornings? Why coffee won't help youMorning grumpiness has long been attributed to a lack of coffee, but new research has cast doubt on whether a caffeine fix can lighten your mood.02 Feb 07:44 PM
LifestyleWhat can mend broken hearts?By encouraging the belief that personality can change and develop over time, we may be able to help people exorcise the ghosts of their romantic pasts.31 Jan 07:37 PM
TechnologyTruth is never a matter of opinionSome wrong ideas are innocuous, but others can do the world serious harm.31 Jan 04:00 PM
