Economy<i>Project Auckland:</i> City's biotechnology industry waiting for its 'poster child'21 Sep 12:00 AM
LifestyleWestern obesity may have been caused by 'fat bug'Researchers have discovered new evidence suggesting a virus may be to blame for the obesity epidemic.20 Sep 11:49 PM
WorldSaving the world just got harderThe chances of meeting any of the United Nations' Millennium Development Goals seem remote.19 Sep 05:30 PM
Opinion<i>Barry Coates:</i> Trouble in paradise for many Pacific nations<i>Barry Coates</i> writes that the Pacific is falling behind in the fight against poverty.19 Sep 05:30 PM
WorldNothing to wear? Just shake and sprayThings that come in a spraycan: Paint, deodorant...and clothing?19 Sep 01:39 AM
TechnologyLibrary ponders twitter's historical valueThe chief executive of the British Library yesterday confessed to having asked herself recently: "Should a world-class library preserve Stephen Fry's tweets?"17 Sep 10:21 PM
LifestyleScientists identify brain's region for introspectionResearchers found people who were more introspective tended to have larger volumes of nerve tissue in an area of the prefrontal cortex.17 Sep 12:30 AM
OpinionThe science of counting whalesIn the long winter months while we quaff red wine and lay down a bit of winter fat, Port Ross turns into a veritable whale orgy.16 Sep 11:18 PM
TravelBoeing buys a ticket for the new space raceNew 'space taxis' could be blasting off from Cape Canaveral in Florida as soon as in 2015, according to Boeing.16 Sep 09:30 PM
New Zealand$168,000 state house sets pattern for cheap homesThe Govt hopes a new state house will be a heartening example for first-home owners.16 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionReversing NZ's decline in global competitivenessNZ is still behind the ball on infrastructure and innovation. What puts us behind our competitors, and why are we slipping?16 Sep 02:07 AM
WorldA trip to Planet Diamond, flying cowboy classFly cowboy class, meet the real bicentennial man or take a trip to Planet Diamond.15 Sep 10:00 PM
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
EconomyWhat's the point of faster broadband? Here's whatWill ultra-fast broadband be a game-changer or a costly toy? Anthony Doesburg found five companies already showing what better internet connections can mean.12 Sep 05:30 PM
WorldClear your conscience and save the earthWant to save the planet, your wallet and your health? Well, then read on.12 Sep 01:55 AM
LifestyleInteractive wineNew technology gives consumer instant information about their wine of choice.11 Sep 05:30 PM
WorldNext time you're stuck, blame the jamitonHealth implications aside, traffic congestion is more than ever having a huge economic impact.10 Sep 05:30 PM
Aged careAnti-ageing industry quiet on riskHowever, a new book has revealed a disturbing lack of safety regulations in an industry promising an extended youth.10 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandCouncil to subsidise cloth nappiesIn what could be a first for NZ, a council is looking to sell subsidised cloth nappies from its front desk.10 Sep 12:22 AM
