New model reveals the hidden structure of everyday materials
Mixed materials, such as concrete, are composed of different components that are scattered randomly. Determining where each part…
US scientists use ‘Battleship’ model to plan nuclear waste storage
Researchers at Stanford University have developed a new mathematical model that could improve the evaluation of potential storage…
Tauranga 10-year-old rescues drowning toddler at Baywave wave pool
Kalia said she thought the girl was trying to see how long she could hold her breath underwater.…
Company owner defends prank where apprentice sprayed in face with concrete dust
The video was filmed after work on a job site in New South Wales, Australia, the company owner…
Whanganui District Council removes large pile of rubble dumped at Pūtiki boat ramp
District council waste services manager Morgan Harrison said it was disappointing to have to be called upon for…
Missing memorial seat found across Cook Strait after being washed out to sea in Tasman floods
Jack Robertson’s missing memorial seat was discovered on Waikanae Beach, Kāpiti Coast. “I’d like to say how special…
Herzog & de Meuron completes One Roof for Swiss bank in Geneva
Curved, glazed facades lined with slim columns characterise the headquarters of Swiss private bank Lombard Odier in Geneva,…