NZ’s low productivity is often blamed on businesses staying small. That could be a strength in 2026
By Rod McNaughton of Photo: 123rf Analysis: For decades, we have heard a familiar story about why New…
Sunn O))) Don Their Cloaks for New Album, Song, and Tour
Sunn O))) are ready for their big debut on Sub Pop. After revealing last fall that they signed…
Eyes of world’s longest-living vertebrate, the Greenland shark, show little ageing
By Peter de Kruijff, ABC Greenland sharks can live for up to 400 years, so some sharks alive…
Nine-year fight for cover: Family claim acne drug gave teen severe OCD
First published on Nine years ago, Harry was a typical teenager who played the piano, excelled at school…
Mass whale stranding on Farewell Spit
Volunteers stood down by 10pm but promised to be back at first light, alongside Department of Conservation staff.…
Bose is open-sourcing its old smart speakers instead of bricking them
In a surprisingly user-friendly move, Bose has announced it will be open-sourcing the API documentation for its SoundTouch…
Ben Austin died in a cricketing tragedy. His parents Jace and Tracey blame no-one as they speak out for the first time
By Mike Lorigan and Melissa Polimeni, ABC The talented young cricketer was struck in the neck with a…
Couple surprised to find kiwi trying to have a sleepover
The kiwi was ushered outside where it ran off (file image). Photo: supplied A couple staying with friends…
‘It can’t be worse, right?’: What’s ahead for the economy in 2026
Photo: 123rf The past year was a tough grind for many households and businesses but forecasters say there…
OpenAI bets big on audio as Silicon Valley declares war on screens
OpenAI is betting big on audio AI, and it’s not just about making ChatGPT sound better. According to…
World-first as Australian donates organs after self-administering assisted dying medication
By Caitlyn Gribbin and Rachel Carbonell, ABC Karen Duncan (left in photo) was diagnosed with MND in August…
Welcome to the Future of Noise Canceling
This blurring of the lines between audio and health devices looks set to be a trend across the…