Science

What’s Next for Blue Origin After Rocket Explosion

Jeff Bezos was gaining ground on Elon Musk’s SpaceX and Starlink. Thursday’s rocket explosion on a launchpad creates a major setback.

How IVF could spell doom for feral rabbits

Scientists are using rabbit IVF and gene-editing technology to crash Australia's feral rabbit population by spreading infertility through female rabbits.

Scientists develop 'smart paint' that reflects 97% of sunlight and could reduce AC use during heatwaves

SpaceX wins $4.16 billion US Space Force contract for threat-detection satellites

US Space Force awards SpaceX $4.16 billion deal

'What needs protecting?': Researcher questions purpose of English Language Bill

Parliament is considering a five-line piece of legislation to formally recognise English as an official language, alongside te reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language.

From Cancún to Mahahual, sargassum influx puts nearly 50% of Riviera Maya beaches on red alert

Nearly half of Quintana Roo beaches are currently on red alert due to a massive influx of sargassum seaweed in recent days, making conditions unsuitable for swimming or enjoying the otherwise turquoise waters. Head of the Sargassum…

What scientists really think of this year's Budget

According to the New Zealand Association of Scientists there was a $30 million bump for science and innovation.

The hidden Rotorua track with a spectacular free glow worm show

In the daytime, it’s a lovely walk to some picturesque waterfalls, but at night, it turns into a galaxy of glow worms.

Second wave of South Australia’s toxic algal bloom could be imminent, scientist warns

Algae levels have skyrocketed near tip of Eyre Peninsula and could spread in colder months ahead, oceanographer says Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast An ocean scientist has warned that a “second wave” of South…

Africa: Activists Gather At TotalEnergies Offices to 'Kick Polluters Out of Africa'

[GroundUp] Campaign laid blame for South Africa's skyrocketing electricity tariffs at the feet of the fossil fuel industry

Kaal Bhairava goes to Europe: Why Portugal deal is gamechanger for India’s defence sector

An Indian-designed autonomous combat aircraft entering the European manufacturing ecosystem is an endeavour Indian defence planners seemingly wanted for years. But beyond the symbolism lies a far bigger story involving military technology…