New ZealandIn pictures: Rare 'blood moon' turns night sky copper-red across the countryNew Zealand was one of the few countries where the full eclipse was visible.03 Mar 06:22 PM
New ZealandDozens of hidden faultlines discovered under Auckland, scientists probe quake threatScientists have identified dozens of hidden faultlines beneath Auckland.02 Mar 10:52 PM
New ZealandHow to see tomorrow night's rare blood moon from wherever you areThe moon will appear deepest red at about 12.30am, with peak viewing to 1am.02 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandNewly formed Bioeconomy Science Institute to cut 134 jobsThe cuts affect 86 science and 48 professional services roles nationwide.26 Feb 10:33 PM
New ZealandFrom BOP start-up to 2100 schools: Hands-on science kits set to scale upHouse of Science aims to grow its reach from 50,000 to 500,000 students.26 Feb 07:36 PM
WorldA bonkers 96.2cm of snow hit this US city. How that happenedMost of the snow - 90.1cm - fell on the Rhode Island city in one day.25 Feb 09:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandUniversity of Auckland professor faces trespass order after workplace investigationStudents were given a security presentation after Sperry's departure was announced.25 Feb 05:33 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleNew method can find hidden eggs to aid in fertility treatmentNew York Times: Scientists made the discovery accidentally when testing the device.24 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldNorway’s centuries-long watch on the northern lightsNew York Times: An array of 10,000 antennas will seek a detailed understanding of auroras.24 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThese 3 tiny lifestyle tweaks could add a year to your lifeTelegraph: The key is the combination of diet, exercise and sleep tweaks, researchers say.23 Feb 11:00 PM
PoliticsWatch: Govt reveals new writing, maths, science kits coming to schools to 'spark discovery'The Government wants students to have an early introduction to science.23 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle8 science-backed habits for a healthier heartWashington Post: "People who maintain these things at optimal levels really win the game."22 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleA new concern about weight-loss drugs: What if they work too well?NY Times: Experts are increasingly worried about GLP-1 users who lose too much weight.19 Feb 05:00 PM
WorldBayer proposes class settlement for weedkiller cancer claimsUp to $12b would be used to settle claims that Monsanto's Roundup causes blood cancer.18 Feb 12:16 AM
BusinessIn Lower Hutt, a live demo points the way to clean, superabundant energyGovernment is backing start-up with $35m.17 Feb 04:16 PM
BusinessOpenStar levitates half-tonne magnet in step toward 'near limitless' powerWellington start-up OpenStar has made the first public demonstration of its technology, putting it on the path toward nuclear fusion. Video / Tony MeinenWatch17 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhat science says we’ve been getting wrong about exerciseWashington Post: For most of human history, living was exercise. It still can be.16 Feb 11:00 PM
WorldThousands of ‘city-killer’ asteroids threaten Earth and Nasa can’t find themAbout 15,000 mid-sized space rocks at least 140m in diameter are unaccounted for.16 Feb 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil O'Reilly: NZ needs to debate what resilience means for our economic survivalThe OECD average for research and development is now about 2.7% of GDP.14 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle2 to 3 cups of coffee a day may reduce dementia risk. But not if it’s decafNew York Times: There's good news for tea-drinkers too. 13 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandSpooky ‘grim reaper’ image shows up on medical scan of car-crash victimDoctors say the scan highlights how pareidolia can mislead radiology reads.12 Feb 06:55 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Digging into decades of NZ soil scienceOPINION: Years on, soil research is still the hidden engine of our food system.09 Feb 09:00 PM
WorldWhen patients see the line between life and death, should we believe them?Scientists know more about our brains, but near-death experiences are still mysterious.08 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentThe secret life of trees – and what happens if you're sucked into a black hole in spaceArt collides with science in Breathe|Mauri Ora, Te Papa’s big summer show.07 Feb 07:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwi scientists set honey trap in Antarctica for elusive colossal squid"Essentially we’re flirting and will see who comes along.”07 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldGlobal aid cuts could lead to 9.4 million deaths by 2030, study projectsLancet research puts number on potential toll as global humanitarian system cracks apart. 03 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldAI screening helps catch aggressive breast cancers earlier, Swedish trial findsSwedish artificial intelligence cancer evaluation trial involved more than 100,000 women.01 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldMicroplastics in one-third of surveyed Pacific Island fishThe research examined fish taken from waters off Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.28 Jan 08:20 PM
LifestyleRegularly bitten by mosquitoes? You might want to check if your feet smellPlus, how to get rid of mosquitoes at home this summer, according to experts.27 Jan 11:00 PM
WorldUS storm: Dangerous, record bone-deep chill could last for daysSome places are forecast to break low records that have stood for more than a century.26 Jan 08:53 PM
LifestyleFermentation: How easy (and healthy) is it to do at home?Experts explain if making your own sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir and sourdough is worth it. 25 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle7 surprisingly hopeful things we’ve learned about dementiaWashington Post: "I think we’re at the threshold of making a significant impact."25 Jan 05:00 PM
WorldUS storm: Why long-lasting power outages could be a big problem after the worstSince 2021, four severe Arctic storms have descended to cover much of North America.25 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSome immune systems defeat cancer. Could that become a drug?New York Times: New antibody drug taps body’s own defence in early lung cancer trial.22 Jan 11:57 PM
