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NZ's next big export? Medicinal cannabis mission off to Europe

Big overseas markets for medicinal cannabis spur a Kiwi trade trip.

'Prince of dragons': Ancient T-rex ancestor discovered

Scientists have filled a gap in knowledge between older tyrannosaurs and T-Rex.

These glowing axolotls may hold the secret to human limb regeneration

Could the human body be coaxed to regrow a lost arm or leg like this salamander?

Opinion: How Fieldays drives innovation in NZ's farming sector

OPINION: Scientists, researchers and developers frequently get their ideas from farmers.

'Tsunami of threats': Auckland uni ordered to pay Siouxsie Wiles $205k

The final amount was more than Wiles first sought from her employer.

Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours

This year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.

Olympic champ and ex-Govt ministers among King's Birthday Honours 2025

Almost 190 Kiwis have been recognised, including a former All Black.

Motat wins top international award at 'Oscars of the museum world'

Once ranked one of the world's most boring attractions, Motat makes a comeback.

Tech boss's withering take on the Budget

Net reduction of $45m for the innovation sector.

Govt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaul

Barry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.

Jeremy Renner experienced something extraordinary when he was near death. Why?

New York Times: Scientists have spent decades trying to explain near-death experiences.

Genetic study retraces the origins of coronaviruses in bats

New York Times: Researchers contend that pandemic got its start in wildlife trade.

'Inspire the next generation': Boeing's new push in Kiwi schools

Giant exporter hopes students in regions can be part of the next generation of aviators.

'Crisis': Labour's new tech spokesman on the digital challenge

Reuben Davidson criticises funding cuts in science and innovation.

'Bold and courageous': PM sets priorities for new science council

The Prime Minister's new chief science adviser is Dr John Roche from MPI.

Universal antivenom within reach thanks to man bitten by snakes over 200 times – on purpose

Self-taught herpetologist Tim Friede has been exposing himself to snake venom for years.

How sergeant's Antarctic posting became the experience of a lifetime

Defence Force Sergeant Cam Sproull of Ōhope watched orcas hunting just metres from shore.

What nearly brainless rodents know about weight loss and hunger

New York Times: We might not be choosing to eat as consciously as we think.