The Southern Ocean below NZ absorbs 40 per cent of CO2 emissions. But for how much longer?

The heavens are currently treating star-gazers to one stunner of a variety show.

Have you ever put your car keys in the fridge while leaving milk on the outside?

Could a cat parasite could be good for business?

Climate models for three decades have predicted exactly what the world is seeing.

The heavens are currently treating star-gazers to one stunner of a variety show.

Scientists find men's exposure to chemicals in plastic is causing worrying defects.

Aucklanders could get as little as five days' warning of a major volcanic eruption.

Star-gazers are soon to get a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse at a "blood moon" like no other.

Deaths of babies in an overseas trial prompts review of similar trial here.

New research has the potential to make it easier, faster and cheaper to launch a rocket.

"Range anxiety" might not be the only issue for NZ's growing ranks of EV owners.

A renowned scientist has complained to the PM over Te Papa's proposed restructure.

Researcher reveals what impact an eruption in the city-wide volcanic field would have.

Top scientist sees future of foods combining high-power plant proteins with meat and dairy

Christianity's spread across the Pacific offers valuable insights into human behaviour.

COMMENT: As Kiwis age, some companions and carers won't be humans.

Professor Shaun Hendy remembers his late friend and visionary mentor, Sir Paul Callaghan.

That first memory you have of being a baby is likely an illusion you formed in later life.

Cutting back on a high-meat diet could be good for the planet and good for ourselves.

We could make our fruit and veges healthier, tastier - or even just different colours.

Move over Whale-ington - Auckland has its big mammal news to brag about.

Red sky at night: why the proverb rings true

A new review suggests long-chain omega 3 supplements do little for heart protection.

Thousands of lives could be saved with world-first research from New Zealand.

A scientist is worried councils are struggling to get started on sea level rise planning.

NZ scientist joins criticism of US study of skeleton famed for its alien-like appearance.

Kelp's 20,000km Antarctic journey: our last wilderness isn't so remote after all. / Supplied

Kelp's 20,000km drift to Antarctica stirs worry over plastic reaching pristine continent.

Two researchers have proposed an alternative to NZ's 2050 goal - but DoC's not convinced.