New ZealandWhat were the top science stories of 2017?From rockets and earthquakes to weather chaos, here are the top science stories of 2017.12 Dec 01:58 AM
New ZealandStudy tracks historic movement of Maori groupsData analysis and ancient artefacts offer fresh insights into NZ's pre-European history.12 Dec 01:48 AM
New ZealandNZ-led study offers hope against Huntington'sNZ-led team find what could be vital clue to treating Huntington's Disease for first time.11 Dec 09:10 PM
OpinionLisa Scott: Read right books to benefit babyCOMMENT: For baby's brain to benefit, read the right books at the right time.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandIs NZ ready for the next big pandemic?New Zealand isn't prepared enough for the next big pandemic, public health experts argue.03 Dec 04:21 AM
New ZealandWeird Science: Sorry, cat people, dogs are smarterThere's a new twist to the perennial argument about which is smarter, cats or dogs.01 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleCan you train yourself to develop 'super senses'?Do we have to accept what we've got when it comes to sensory perception?25 Nov 12:39 AM
New ZealandHow do we hang on to old memories?Is not buying into conspiracy theories simply a matter of cognitive ability? Not so.24 Nov 04:00 PM
Lifestyle'Our bond is so strong even we can't explain it'The twins are now so close that scientists are watching their every move.10 Nov 11:15 PM
LifestyleWhat it feels like to be told you're dyingAs a person's life comes to an end, experts reveal the trauma of the "existential slap".10 Nov 07:44 PM
OpinionMichelle DickinsonWhy you need a good night's sleepOPINION: Lack of sleep could have serious consequences.10 Nov 04:00 PM
TechnologyAnti-intellectualism threatens civilisation: Prof Brian CoxDisdain for facts is "the greatest threat to our civilisation" says British physicist08 Nov 01:13 AM
New ZealandMultiple Sclerosis sufferer opens up about stem cell successFaye Braddock sufferer of multiple sclerosis talks about her success with new stem cell treatments.Watch05 Nov 09:31 PM
LifestyleHave you been drying your hair wrong?An expert's guide to the perfect blow dry using science.05 Nov 12:30 AM
New ZealandNZ study: could humans regenerate tissue?A sea creature that regenerates an entire new body may mean big things for human healing.04 Nov 10:44 PM
LifestyleBreakthrough means men 'could get pregnant tomorrow'Top surgeon claims "there is no scientific reason why it would not happen".04 Nov 08:46 PM
WorldAre daydreamers simply smarter?Daydreaming isn't necessarily a bad thing - and may be a sign you're smart and creative.03 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe truth about 'selfish' millennialsBaby boomers who accuse millennials of acting entitled might want to think again.31 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandUntangling obesity and diabetes' 'missing link'Genetic changes in "junk DNA" may be a missing link between type 2 diabetes and obesity.30 Oct 11:18 PM
LifestyleBooze helps speak lingo? I'll give it a shotAlcohol helps you speak foreign languages better, a study find.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeird Science: Why are we scared of spiders?Ever wonder where our fear of snakes and spiders comes from?27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandSalmon study unlocks sexual secretsA prized species of salmon could help scientists solve mysteries about human reproduction.24 Oct 02:02 AM
OpinionWhat happens if we don't get enough sleepCOMMENT: What are our brains doing while we sleep?22 Oct 04:00 PM
WorldMysterious structures found in Saudi Arabia desertMysterious ancient stone structures found around remote Saudi lava domes.21 Oct 03:25 AM
LifestyleCan we control our dreams?Can we control our dreams? New research suggests we can manipulate the experience.20 Oct 04:00 PM
KahuPromising results for kids' obesity schemeTaranaki programme tailored for obese kids has delivered some promising results.20 Oct 01:07 AM
TechnologyAI human implants will allow for a better futureNano-machines injected into humans to heal quicker could become reality within 20 years.15 Oct 02:23 AM
LifestyleThe real reason some get addicted to drugsDrug addiction isn't about bad habits, fear of withdrawal... It's about the brain.14 Oct 09:52 PM
LifestyleNo, the placenta's not a superfoodThe placenta isn't a superfood. Eating it is risky, 'borderline cannablism' expert says.13 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew vibration therapy trial offers hopeVibration therapy could help young people with cerebral palsy, Auckland researchers say.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat Ebola could tell us about NZ disease spreadA NZ study will investigate how pathogens like deadly Ebola jump from animals to humans.11 Oct 12:06 AM
New ZealandTop honour for NZ supervolcano expertRutherford Medal-winner among 21 researchers honoured at awards event.10 Oct 09:30 AM
LifestyleSeven body organs you can live withoutIt turns out we can live quite easily without several major organs.09 Oct 01:58 AM
TechnologyMost overlooked challenge of AIArtificial Intelligence: the challenge that could have major implications for everyone.07 Oct 10:05 PM
