Swiss author Erich von Däniken dead at 90
With the publication of Chariots of the Gods in 1968, von Däniken triggered a science-fiction boom and conquered…
Pope Leo: Pray for peace in our world and our families
Angelus Angelus Dómini nuntiávit Mariæ.
Et concépit de Spíritu Sancto.
Ave Maria… Ecce ancílla Dómini.
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Nine books to help shape your science career in 2026
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Setting himself up for his post-rugby career, Barrett’s sideline business sees him partner with the respected French wine…
What The Epstein Files Say About the Dark, Rotten Trappings of Wealth
Within the swirl of earlier declassified material is Epstein’s address book, whose contents was first published by journalist…
‘Rightsizing’ and the right not to share your home
There is an episode in Boris Pasternak’s Doctor Zhivago where Tonya explains to Yury that there is no…
So what are the kids up to for New Year’s these days?
Alex Casey infiltrates gen Z circles to find out how young people are planning to ring in 2026…
The Spinoff guide to life: How to return home like a pro this summer
City slickers can antagonise whānau when they head home for the break – often without any idea they’re…
Pope: Employment consultants should be close to families, promote safety
Pope Leo XIV meets with the Italian Order of Employment Consultants, and invites them to be close to…
What NZ can learn from Australia’s under-16s social media ban
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The Palestinian feminists in Lebanon
Ain El-Hilweh is the largest Palestinian camp in Lebanon and is under self-administration. Keystone / AFP Listen to…
Australia’s world-first social media ban is a ‘natural experiment’ for scientists
Young people in Australia can no longer use popular social media platforms.Credit: David Gray/AFP via Getty This week,…