New ZealandBaxter the robot rolls on inA humanoid robot, which resembles the classic character from Lost in Space, has become the first of its kind to hit the New Zealand market.20 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldAnts board the International Space StationA colony of ants have set up home in the International Space Station as part of an experiment to see how their behavior changes in an environment of low gravity.20 Jan 01:53 AM
WorldSpace mission like landing a fly on a bulletIt has been "sleeping" quietly in space for more than two and a half years.20 Jan 01:09 AM
New ZealandLaser first for Kiwi surgeryProstate operations become safer and painless with more accurate, powerful device.19 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandCity air to go under microscopeDoes working in a high-rise building or spending a lot of time downtown expose you more to dust-borne bugs?19 Jan 04:30 PM
TechnologyDigital playtime can be beneficialYoung kids who use an iPad or other touch-screen device can get the same benefits as physical play, new research indicates - although the type of virtual activity is crucial.17 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandKiwi's amazing killer whale craftKiwiboatbuilder Rob Innes has helped construct a line of supercharged vessels that look like sharks, dolphins or killer whales.17 Jan 02:33 AM
New ZealandShip stuck in Antarctic ice arrives in NZThe Russian ship that became stuck in Antarctic ice for two weeks has sailed into a New Zealand harbour.13 Jan 10:16 PM
BusinessBusinesses want R&D incentivesKiwi businesses are calling for more research and development incentives from the Government, as the election looms later this year.12 Jan 11:00 PM
LifestyleTime travel in the mindDo you remember your wedding day? The birth of your first child?11 Jan 02:41 AM
TechnologyWearable computer readyDespite whatever else 2014 enters the history books for, it's likely to be remembered as the year that saw the birth of everyday wearable computing.10 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldLight show after solar flareScientists monitoring solar activity believe a mass ejection of particles from the sun could mean people in some parts of Britain and North America are treated to a rare glimpse of the Aurora Borealis over the next few hours.09 Jan 10:11 PM
New ZealandGM material sent out of NZ illegallyGenetically modified organisms were illegally sent out of the country by University of Auckland staff.09 Jan 04:30 PM
TechnologyStretching the limits of our bodyWhen Dr Benjamin O'Brien invented technology that gave artificial muscle devices lifelike reflexes, he unlocked a world of endless possibilities.09 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldColander-wearing Pastafarian sworn in as councillorPastafarian minister Christopher Schaeffer was sworn into the Pomfret New York Town Councilwith a colander on his head throughout the ceremony to represent his unique religious beliefs.08 Jan 01:55 AM
TechnologyKODE Biotech demonstrationA promotional demonstration of KODE Biotech technology.Watch07 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandPaint a virus to deathAn Auckland scientist has invented molecules that can attach themselves to any surface in a few minutes and modify every type of cell or virus.07 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandSea floor map stuns expertsRevelations from 3D imaging study may prompt rethink on origins of vast underwater ridge east of Auckland.06 Jan 07:20 PM
New ZealandSolving the DNA jigsawMassey University researchers are painstakingly unravelling DNA sequences in the hope of gaining valuable insight into the causes of cancer.06 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandKiwi a step nearer to MarsPre-school teacher Nicola Fahey is one of just 0.5 per cent chosen from the original pool of people who put their hands up for a one-way ticket.06 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldChimps make friends like humans do - studyThe ability to make friends with those who have similar personality traits dates back to when chimps and humans were on similar evolutionary paths, scientists say.06 Jan 01:16 AM
LifestyleHow we're eating our way to early deathIt's a frightening figure - 11 per cent of early deaths in NZ are due to poor nutrition and obesity. So what can be done to reverse the trend?05 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleObesity study targets kindiesEarly childhood education centres are targeted in a new study examining some of the root causes of NZ's growing obesity problem.03 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandKiwis rescued from Antarctic iceAll 52 passengers, including six Kiwis, from a ship trapped in thick Antarctic ice, have been helicoptered off.02 Jan 08:22 PM
New ZealandAntarctic evacuation under wayPassengers aboard the Akademik Shokalskiy are now being evacuated from the research ship that has been stuck in Antarctic sea ice for more than a week.02 Jan 07:15 AM
WorldHorrifying video goes viralIf there was ever a reason not to be nosey, then this video is it. And if you happen to be an arachnophobe, the scenes here are the stuff of your darkest nightmares.01 Jan 06:52 PM
New ZealandAntarctic rescue: Chopper use plannedPassengers on board a research ship that has been trapped in Antarctic ice for a week are expected to be rescued by helicopter, officials say.31 Dec 05:30 AM
New ZealandRescue ship forced to turn backA rescue icebreaker sent to retrieve more than 70 people on a marooned research ship in the Antarctic sea ice has been forced to turn around after coming within 19km of the vessel.30 Dec 05:52 AM
WorldThe hot topics of 2014Observer writers look at hot topics for next year, from surveillance to missions to map out the galaxy.29 Dec 08:29 PM
New ZealandStranded scientists keep workingKiwi ornithologist Kerry-Jayne Wilson's fourth day stranded on a ship trapped by pack ice in Antarctica started with news that rescue could still be days away.29 Dec 02:30 AM
New ZealandRescue icebreaker making progressA rescue icebreaker is making steady progress zig-zagging through ice to rescue an ice-trapped ship in Antarctica with 74 people on board, including six New Zealanders.28 Dec 10:49 PM
