World'Megathrust' puts millions at riskA massive earthquake called an "active megathrust fault" is posing a genuine threat to southern Asia.12 Jul 07:11 AM
New ZealandSmall step for Mahia, giant leap for NZSheep, hills, remoteness and rockets. New Zealand is about to blast off from distant Mahia and into the world's $350 billion space economy.09 Jul 05:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Space craft pays homage to scienceWay out in space, so far that it takes a message nearly an hour to reach earth, the Nasa craft Juno is doing what the classical mythologists anticipated.08 Jul 05:00 PM
TechnologyStrange but true: Kiwis' attachment to craft beerNew Zealanders think micro-brewed beer isn't just any old beer but a deep and meaningful experience to be treasured.08 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionNano Girl: How does pain really work?COMMENT: The International Association for the study of Pain describes pain as an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with tissue damage.08 Jul 05:00 PM
EnvironmentLocal schools awarded science grantsJohn Paul College and Waikite Valley School have been awarded Bayer Science Fund Grants to help with environmental science projects. John 08 Jul 02:38 AM
New ZealandDrone team braves heat and coldFrom Antarctica to Africa, AUT scientists carry out cutting-edge mapping projects to aid conservation effort.07 Jul 05:00 PM
TechnologyUnravelling the genius of QueenWorld-first research by a Waikato University student into British group Queen has led to an impressive body of work, and a meeting with Brian May.07 Jul 09:34 AM
New ZealandWhy is Antarctic sea ice increasing?As ice in the Arctic rapidly melts, sea ice in the Antarctic sea is continually increasing - a new paper sheds light on way.06 Jul 04:53 AM
New ZealandExtreme science tests boundariesAn intrepid scientist who took athletes to the extremes of human endurance says the lessons learned could help save the lives of everyday people.05 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldNow you can become a hobbit specialistPrepare to embark on a quest of your own to discover the incredible world of "the Hobbit" as modern archaeological science uncovers perplexing secrets hidden in time.05 Jul 06:37 AM
TechnologyJuno: 'Welcome to Jupiter'NASA confirms its unmanned probe Juno has entered into the planet's orbit .05 Jul 04:20 AM
LifestyleKiwis keep egotism well checkedIn a world dominated by social media, reality TV and endless Kim Kardashian selfies, Kiwis can still call themselves a humble bunch.05 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandQ&A: Extreme scientist Damian BaileyProfessor Damian Bailey might be one of the world's most extreme scientists.05 Jul 12:19 AM
Technology'Armoured tank' Juno to begin Jupiter orbitQuestions about Jupiter are about to be answered as Juno prepares to enter the planet's atmostphere05 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandQuake hits Marlborough regionA 4.5 magnitude quake shook the Marlborough region at 12.45pm today. The earthquake was centred 5km south of Seddon with a depth 04 Jul 01:56 AM
TechnologyJuno nears target of five-year space trekOne of the most remarkable feats of science is set to be achieved 588 million kilometres away, when a spacecraft tomorrow reaches Jupiter.03 Jul 11:20 PM
New ZealandFilm marks last two decades in icy worldAward-winning film-maker's stunning short film toasts New Zealand's last 20 years in Antarctica.03 Jul 05:44 PM
New ZealandNasa 'super' balloon's journey comes to an endNasa's scientific balloon flight which eventually launched in Wanaka nearly two months ago has come to an end.03 Jul 01:49 AM
TechnologyCloud-seeding science could save tennisIt's certainly possible in theory to prevent rain in one place by using cloud seeding to induce it in another, upwind. But there's a dark side.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCorey Bradshaw's open letter to daughterThe first six months of 2016 are the warmest start to a year on record in NZ. Professor Corey Bradshaw pens an open letter to his daughter to apologise.01 Jul 05:00 PM
TechnologyThe sand dunes we can't get on EarthSome of the wind-sculpted sand ripples on Mars and their relationship to the thin Martian atmosphere have provided new clues about its history.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSir Peter's top award won by Sir PeterScience pioneer Sir Peter Gluckman has landed the top honour at this year's Sir Peter Blake leadership awards.01 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldHobbits existed, until we killed them allMounting evidence suggests 'hobbits' were wiped out by modern humans' ancestors 50,000 years ago01 Jul 02:53 AM
New ZealandTechnology lets farmers choose sex of calvesScientist's work helps farmers choose sex of calves.30 Jun 08:24 PM
New ZealandWarning sounds on global warmingThe record warm start to the year will be the new normal within the next few generations, scientists say.30 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJeff Tallon: Threat of 'Techxit' grim for scienceCOMMENT: So the wheels are now rolling for Britain's exit from the European Union. The impacts are bound to be substantial.30 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldGlobal city sinking at an 'alarming rate'It's home to 20 million people but this major city is in growing danger of being swallowed up by the earth, scientists say.30 Jun 06:45 AM
WorldWhen a croc needs care, be very carefulWhen a notoriously irritable reptile with a mouthful of jagged teeth and a vicious underbite needs medical care, caution is definitely in order.30 Jun 04:21 AM
LifestyleWhy butter isn't a 'demon' foodEating one tablespoon of butter a day had little impact on overall mortality and could even reduce the risk of diabetes.29 Jun 11:00 PM
WorldHow Juno could tell us where we came fromOn July 4, Juno will give us an unprecedented look at our solar system's weirdest planet.29 Jun 08:33 PM
WorldThe sun has lost its spotsThe sun has gone completely "blank" for the second time this month.29 Jun 07:09 AM
New ZealandBrain scanning: Tech to read mindsMinority Report style crime-busting is one step closer with a technology which allows us to look into the minds of criminals.29 Jun 05:18 AM
LifestyleRevealed: How dirty public transport isBacteria found on trains came from human skin, mouths and guts.29 Jun 03:25 AM
