Kārearea NZ Falcon is the 2025 Bird of the Year
an early lead, the kārearea New Zealand falcon kept its talons firmly on the top spot and has…
Goodbye Ibuprofen? Scientists find new way to block pain without slowing healing
Pain and inflammation have long been thought to go hand-in-hand, but new research suggests we may be able…
Wild Leopard Sharks Mating Caught on Camera for First Time Ever
Scientists working in the South Pacific made scientific history after recording leopard sharks mating. The never-before-captured mating sequence…
Northland sisters’ Stripey Caterpillar venture celebrates dahlias and butterflies
The girls’ work is also printed on greeting cards and mugs. Their mum Jennifer Ives said:“They’ve gone through…
Celebrate New Zealand’s wild side in two nature photograph competitions
We’re even nicknamed after a rare, unique and handsome example. And for 20 years we’ve celebrated the birds…
IHC’s nature photography to be exhibited at Hastings Foto Fest
The judges were Hawke’s Bay photographer Shayne Jeffares, Christchurch photographer Bridgit Anderson and 2024 First Place Winner Beren…
Eight creatures most likely to survive a global catastrophe
When we imagine the end of the world, we often picture humanity scrambling for survival, but nature might…
First Recorded Spinal Deformation In A Whale Shark
How can a creature of such enormous size and long-distance migratory behavior cope with a spine twisted in…
SpaceX and satellites help states save millions on internet buildout | Guest Commentary | Commentary
The $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program was meant to bring affordable, reliable internet to…
Lithium levels tied to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
September 9, 2025 At a Glance Levels of lithium were significantly reduced in the prefrontal cortex of people…
Genome of Rare Bamboo Unlocks Secrets of in Vitro Flowering
Newswise — Woody bamboos are valued worldwide as fast-growing, renewable resources with ecological and economic importance. However, they…
The full corn moon will peak this weekend, accompanied by a total lunar eclipse. Here’s what’s in store | Regional/National Headlines
Many sky-gazers around the world will get the chance to see a dazzling celestial display this weekend —…