Kiwis are world-famous for giving old words quirky new meaning. We give it heaps, in fact.

Shock findings show sugar tax needed, says academic.

A study at Mt Maunganui beach suggests rip currents are far more complex than we think.

Cafe estimates $1000 loss of sugar a year to birds. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Kiwi researchers are developing a strong, anaesthetic as an opioid alternative

Former PM tells students she learnt more from her losses than her wins.

Adrian Orr's appointment as Reserve Bank Governor has been met with approval by economists

The University of Waikato unjustifiably sacked a psychologist supervisor, ERA finds.

British Columbia turned down Nigel Murray's bid for a medical school in suburban Vancouver

Dame Malvina Major's music for sale

Renowned Kiwi artist Max Gimblett is being honoured for his work in the industry

Rutherford Medal-winner among 21 researchers honoured at awards event.

Can dogs detect lung cancer? A new Kiwi study seeks to get some answers.

Scientists have built a detailed picture of "extreme waves" that strike off our coasts.

Hidden beneath the frozen surface of Antarctica lie warm caves that could harbour life.

Election voters must choose between two starkly different sets of education priorities.

Could drones be hurting our wildlife? Researchers say new regulations are needed.

The top 1000 universities list is out and Auckland University has tumbled down the ranks.

Choosing between education policies comes down to how much you trust teachers.

Primary school boys are falling further behind girls in literacy, but closing up in maths.

National Standards have transformed school cultures - but are kids learning any better?

Volunteers sought to test if app can help reduce workers' stress.

The US Air Force has put $250,000 into an innovative Kiwi study.

Council takes next step towards getting world-class Waikato University research institute.

International musicians are against the Waikato Uni music school's proposed job cuts

Two Waikato University researchers discuss what Kiwis think about climate change.

Kiwi institutions in top 2.5% of world universities but they lack the profile of some.

Pressure mounts to save jobs as uni proposes to cut three lecturers in cost-saving bid.

Should the unthinkable happen, we've got some tips on how to bury the heartache.

Century-old specimens collected by Scott's expedition yield fresh Antarctic insights.