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The Red Sea’s coral reefs defy the climate-change odds
New York Times: The sea's stunningly colourful reefs have been remarkably resilient.
'It was like a shotgun blast directly into the sky' - NIWA marine geologist
The Hunga-Tonga Hunga-Ha'apai volcano is the largest eruption ever recorded on Earth.
Covid-19: What epidemiologist’s CO2 readings reveal about public transport risk
High CO2 levels on buses backs need for masks on public transport, expert says
Have you had stealth Covid-19? This new test will tell you
Kiwis will soon have a new way to check if they’ve had a stealth Covid-19 infection.
World-famous Dunedin Study wins NZ’s top research honour
NZ's enormously influential Dunedin Study honoured with Rutherford Medal
Time is running out for the leap second
New York Times: If we ditch the leap second will our days ever be the same?
Covid-19: What to know about the new Omicron subvariant BN.1
Scientists tracking what’s likely to be another notable addition to our 'subvariant soup'.
Scientists recording 20 quakes each week at unsettled Taupō
Activity at NZ's best-known supervolcano hasn't quietened enough to lower its alert level.
Researchers fear effects of milk from hemp-fed cows
Concern over use of cannabis-based feeds in countries where it has been legalised.
Kiwi scientists target cow burps to help reduce global warming
How do you stop a cow from burping?
How NZ's largest, longest glacier is melting from within
Scientists test the temperature within NZ's famous Tasman Glacier - with worrying results.
NZ scientists to recreate Tonga's monster eruption
NZ scientists are learning how January's big blow in Tonga started - by reconstructing it.
Explained: Three things to know about Covid-19 reinfection
How many Kiwis have really had Covid-19 this year? And what does it mean for reinfection?
Nasa launched an inflatable flying saucer, then landed it in the ocean
New York Times: The saucer uses technology could help people get to Mars someday.
Why Sir David Skegg is 'cautiously optimistic' worst of Covid-19 is over
Top epidemiologist says we'll look back on Covid response as 'great national achievement'.
With pulses to their brains, two women’s binge eating went away
New York Times: Both women said they knew immediately when the devices were activated.
Total lunar eclipse set to dazzle, won't be visible again until 2025
The period of totality will last a leisurely 85 minutes.
Covid-19: 20,802 new cases and 41 deaths in past 7 days
An expert says NZ may be at or nearing the peak of this wave - but much remains unclear.
Vanishing taonga: How climate change is melting our glaciers
We know our cherished glaciers are melting fast - but how much is climate change to blame?
Covid infection may cause an inflammatory response in the brain
Study identifies potential risks for neurodegenerative conditions, but also treatment.
Sarah Williamson: Icy reception for Antarctic season opening
OPINION: The first of 25 science events have touched down to undertake research.
Covid-19: Peak of latest wave likely weeks away yet - expert
Expert says it may be weeks at least before NZ sees peak of slower-building Omicron wave.
Will another marine heatwave drive snapper south?
Scientists will be closely watching NZ's fisheries amid another summer marine heatwave.
Zealandia: Geologist to shed new light on our lost continent
NZ geologist who drew attention to lost eighth continent launches new Zealandia project.
Drying out? The regions forecasters will be watching this summer
Even after our wettest winter, dryness is looking likely for many regions this summer.
Covid-19 latest wave: The two peak scenarios modellers are anticipating
This wave may peak soon or not til year's end. Modellers explain why we can't pick either.
How music controls everything from taste to our spending habits
A new exhibition looks at music's mysterious power.
Niwa picking hotter-than-average temperatures for early summer
Widespread warmth expected as La Niña keeps a "firm grip" on our climate steering wheel.
It takes a lot of elephant brains to solve this mystery
New York Times: Researchers make a discovery about the animals' trunks.
Covid-19: Modeller challenges ministry's isolation advice
Modeller's own 12-day Covid-19 infection underscores need for smarter isolation regime.
First known family of Neanderthals found in Russian cave
New York Times: Fossilised bone fragments found alongside stone tools.