LifestyleBeauty: Skincare scienceWhen a biochemist could not find the right skincare products to suit her, she took matters into her own hands. Now Olga Garkavenko has a blooming cosmetics business.12 May 05:30 PM
WorldSkin cells to rescue ailing liversScientists have been able to convert skin cells into liver cells, a breakthrough that could one day eliminate the need for organ transplants.12 May 12:08 AM
LifestyleBorn to be happy: Discovering the 'happiness gene'Some people are born happy, scientists say. Researchers have identified a "happiness gene" that makes people more likely to feel satisfied with their lives. Their sunny dispostion is an accident of birth, at least in part.06 May 02:00 AM
Technology<i>Anthony Doesburg</i>: What lies beneath Auckland, ask quake scientistsDeep probes may provide first signs of seismic or volcanic activity.03 May 05:30 PM
WorldMood lighting helps pupils learnCould the amount of light in a classroom play an important role in the learning process?01 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandKen Ring now fears for his lifeMoon man Ken Ring has been forced into hiding after receiving death threats. 23 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandBest before labels 'best for us'Food producers say they would risk a public backlash if they remove "best-before" labels from products in New Zealand.19 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu's Crater Lake cools downThe temperature of the lake has now fallen to about 33C and other monitored indicators show less activity.18 Apr 05:46 AM
LifestyleParents who stumble on words may help children learn languageParents who stumble over their words need not worry - it may even help their children learn to talk.15 Apr 02:48 AM
New ZealandManuka honey hailed as weapon in superbug battleManuka honey, the premium product found on fashionable breakfast tables, could play a role in the battle against antibiotic-resistant superbugs, scientists reported yesterday.13 Apr 05:30 PM
