Alan Kohler on robots and the future of work
The continuing rise of artificial intelligence was one of the big stories of 2025. But how long until…
Maury Povich show left a legacy. Memes, podcast keep it alive
With his “On Par” podcast and memes going viral on social media, Maury Povich tells USA TODAY about…
Kiwibank raises longer-term home loan rates
The bank lifted its special two-to-five-year fixed rates by between 20 and 30 basis points. Photo: RNZ /…
Doctors delay surgery for patients on GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic over increased risk of pulmonary aspiration
By Stephanie Dalzell, ABC President of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists says the drugs slowed…
Takahē pair thought to be infertile hatch chick at Zealandia
A pair of takahē birds believed to be infertile have thrilled staff at Zealandia wildlife sanctuary by unexpectedly…
New research project uses sound to protect native birds from cats
Feral cat caught in a live trap in Fiordland National Park. Photo: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly A research…
Tearful Bowen Yang leaves ‘SNL’ mid-season in emotional episode
NEW YORK (AP) — Bowen Yang bid an emotional farewell to “Saturday Night Live” with music, laughter and…
Rare pink platypus spotted in East Gippsland river by Melbourne fisherman
By Jack Colantuono, ABC Gippsland Cody Stylianou captured footage of an albino-looking pink platypus in September. Photo: ABC/…
Helping hands: Could robots solve aged-care crisis?
Pepper is a robot designed by Aldebran to specialise in communication and interaction with humans for situations including…
Clayton Lewis among four football players banned for spot-fixing
Former New Zealand international soccer player Clayton Lewis arrives at the Sydney court. Photo: AAP / Photosport Four…
NZ Cricket CEO Scott Weenink resigns after controversy
Scott Weenink during a press conference to announce his appointment as chief executive of NZ Cricket. Photo: Photosport…
Between the Links: Paul vs. Joshua, Ilia Topuria update, Alex Pereira’s UFC White House comments
The UFC has wrapped things up for 2025, and now the combat sports world turns their attention to…