OpinionWhy are eggs egg-shaped?At first thought it might seem surprising that an egg could survive an earthquake, but eggs are surprisingly strong for their weight. 14 Sep 11:17 PM
WorldVariations in IVF laws fuel market for 'fertility tourism'A global survey of fertility treatment covering more than 100 countries has revealed wide variations in international laws governing IVF, which are fuelling the growth of "fertility tourism". 14 Sep 05:30 PM
TelecommunicationsEye on the sky: Awarua StationWho knew New Zealand had a space programme? In truth, with the exception of Auckland company Rocket Lab's launch of a rocket 100km into the sky last November, we can't claim to have tried visiting the inky void.12 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandDNA testing to identify predatorsThe killing of 14 endangered weka by a dog on Kawau Island has prompted the Department of Conservation to introduce DNA testing.12 Sep 02:04 AM
OpinionWhat lies beneath the Canterbury Plains? A fault revealedIt is very possible that faults buried beneath the ephemeral surface of the Canterbury Plains may not have been discovered yet.08 Sep 11:28 PM
Opinion<i>Peter Wood:</i> Use quake lessons to build disaster resiliencePeter Wood writes on the importance of resuming commerce after an emergency.08 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionHaiti: 230,000 deaths, Canterbury: 0 deaths. Why?With planning and a bit of luck it's possible to survive a natural disaster without major loss of life.07 Sep 11:25 PM
Technology<i>Anthony Doesburg</i>: Virtual thinkers solving real world problemsCitizen cyberscience is a grass-roots initiative that harnesses the power of online volunteers.07 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandFault lay quiet for at least 16,000 yearsThe fault that ruptured the surface of Canterbury paddocks and produced the magnitude 7.1 earthquake has been quiet for at least 16,000 years.06 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandWhen solid ground is shaken to mushLarge tracts of silty, low-lying land compounded the effects of the Christchurch earthquake, as whole streets were transformed from firm land to sludge.06 Sep 05:30 PM
Opinion<i>Chris de Freitas:</i> Best approach to quakes: lessen vulnerabilityChris de Freitas says risk-management planning can help society in practical and economic ways.05 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch quake: The factsRead the facts about this morning's quake, Christchurch's faultlines and the many aftershocks that have rocked the city.04 Sep 01:11 AM
WorldPinpointing the causes of Pakistan's devastating floods The overall impression given by the media is that this year’s flood is unprecedented. But is it?03 Sep 01:12 AM
New Zealand'Magic' process turns kiwifruit into goldNZ researchers have transformed one kiwifruit into 100 plastic spoons and sewage into power.02 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleStone age manStanding on snakes and having trees fall on him are all in a day's work for the archaeologist who's been called Auckland's Indiana Jones.02 Sep 05:30 PM
WorldAre you descended from Neanderthals?The first draft of the Neanderthal genome suggests that humans and Neanderthals once interbred, writes Mary Gray.02 Sep 03:05 AM
Opinion<i>Gareth Renowden</i>: IPCC verdict - done well, could do betterNow 22 years old, the IPCC is in need of structural reform to defuse ongoing attacks from its detractors.01 Sep 10:00 PM
LifestyleThe diet that can protect you against heart attacksScientists have identified a diet that works even better than a fruit and vegetable eating plan to cut the risk of heart attacks.31 Aug 11:30 PM
LifestyleNew scan shows key to migraines is in the genesScientists have found the first inherited link to common migraine and a possible reason for extreme headaches.30 Aug 11:45 PM
WorldClimate change body told: Get facts rightThe international panel set up to advise governments on the effects of global warming 'needs a major overhaul', a report says.30 Aug 09:06 PM
LifestyleSharing our eggsDita De Boni on why she supports calls to allow IVF egg donors to be paid.30 Aug 09:00 PM
OpinionSouthern lightsAlthough we're in a period of maximum solar activity, picking a good night to spot aurora isn't that straightforward.30 Aug 12:03 AM
New ZealandPayments urged for IVF donationsNew Zealand fertility experts are asking whether money could be offered to encourage men and women to donate sperm and eggs for childless couples.29 Aug 05:30 PM
