Science
An 'agitator' in the weather world
Niwa chief executive John Morgan has warned MPs about the presence of an "agitator" in the sector.
Neptune's 'new' moon discovered
New moon found on the edge of the solar system that is "ugly, mangled and potato-looking".
'Extinct' giant tortoise found
A giant tortoise believed extinct for over 100 years has been discovered on the Galapagos island of Fernandina.
Storm system not Oma
The cyclone is staying close to Queensland, but stormy weather is still coming this weekend.
Wanaka's space balloon canned
US government's partial shutdown forces space agency to cancel Kiwi research balloon launch.
Get the weather - from Mars
Wear a coat, it'll be -95 degrees: Nasa's newest lander is offering daily reports on the red planet's icy winter.
Robot probes major underwater fault
GNS uses underwater robots to closely study slow slip quakes off the North Island's east coast.
Spider fossils have glowing eyes
Over 100 million years since they died, newly-found spider fossils' eyes still emit reflected light.
Scientists' association slams axing of experts
Association of Scientists joins chorus of outrage about Te Papa's decision to axe two top experts.
'This is the ka-boom weekend'
Severe weather could hit New Zealand this weekend, but it's too early to pinpoint where.
Climate change will move weeds
Life will be both better and worse for weeds as the climate heats up.
Measles a needless crisis
OPINION: Measles is making a comeback because children who should be vaccinated aren't.
Shining light in dark sky movement
Community service and science doyenne Margaret Austin explains why darkness is good for New Zealand.
Antarctic voyage returns
From bacteria to whales, a recent Antarctica trip was 'a voyage of extremes', scientist says.
The lasting memories of a Mars rover
Nasa's rover Opportunity is dead after a record-setting 15-year run, but its memory - and scientific discoveries - live on.
Reprieve for scientists
Top Te Papa scientists axed in a controversial restructure given a stay of execution.
Teen cannabis suicide risk link
Because so many teens smoke cannabis, there is potential for large numbers of young people to be affected, say researchers.
Nasa to pull plug on Mars rover
Nasa is trying one last time to contact its silent Mars rover Opportunity, before calling it quits.
'Dark day for science' at Te Papa
Two world-class scientists have been axed in Te Papa's controversial restructure.
NASA plan to nudge an asteroid
Tons of space debris falls to Earth every day, mostly dust and sand. Occasionally, space sends something bigger.
Dry weather could last weeks yet
Rain-bearing weather systems are failing to make inroads across much of New Zealand, further fuelling fires.
Periodic table turns 150
Russian chemist's table of elements has been around for a century and a half.
Appetite for illicit drugs growing
The referendum outcome will likely come down to our values and our appetite for risk, which seems to be growing.
Like humans, crows plan ahead
People can plan ahead while using tools. A "remarkable" Auckland study shows crafty birds can, too.
Beer before wine, feeling fine?
Oh no, no. Scientific findings suggest the order of drinking does little to stave off nausea and a throbbing head.
