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Proof of pre-dinosaur creatures found in NZ
A 246-million-year-old fossil discovered in Canterbury upends long-standing theories about Earth's natural history, researchers say.
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Mayors and councillors set for pay rise
The new rates are determined "with a lot of difficulty" but the increase aligns with the public sector.
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Seals and their 'silly season', what to expect
Its around this time of year that young seals spread their flippers. Whether it's in a KFC parking lot or the hand tools section of Bunnings, the wee pups really get around and potentially get… Audio
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Benjamin Netanyahu dissolves Israel's war cabinet
The move consolidates his influence over the Israel-Hamas war and likely diminishes the odds of a cease-fire in the Gaza Strip anytime soon.
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What to expect from 'seal silly season'
Vomiting in public, snoozing on busy roads, hanging out in KFC car parks, and waking up on strangers' couches - just some of the antics seals could get up to.
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Happy pastries and grumpy cars: Exploring face pareidolia
According to the Queensland University of Technology study, people detect happy faces faster, and people are more likely to rate 'feminine' faces as happy - even when those faces are not human. Audio
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FestPAC 2024 wraps up
The Director of the Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture Dr Aaron Sala says "it's up to all Pacific nations and their ancestors to stay united".
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Alison Pouliot: The hidden kingdom of fungi
The concept of biodiversity is often thought to be flora and fauna - but there's another 'F' word... fungi, which comprises a third forgotten kingdom. Audio
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Turning the Tide | Trailer
Turning the Tide highlights the work of researchers, kaitiaki, and communities as they collaborate to improve the health of Aotearoa New Zealand’s moana. Video
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'Counter-productive': Teachers slam call for cursive handwriting lessons
Government advisors want another shake-up of teaching. Educators say it will just stress children out. Audio
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Spiderman's Web
Spiderman swings from the top of New York's high-rises, fighting crime and beating super-villains. But could spider silk really hold up a full-grown man? Dr Paul Hume and Bryan Crump discuss the super… Audio
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Report reveals climate change risks in Kāpiti
It is recommended the district crafts an adaption plan to address challenges posed by the changing climate.
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David Robson: Social connection and health
Science journalist and Sunday Morning regular, David Robson, joins us to talk about his latest book, The Laws of Connection. Audio
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The headlines we didn’t read
Mary Argue is back guiding us through the latest weird and wonderful headlines from the world of science. Audio
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Call for annual literacy and numeracy tests, cursive lessons
Proponents say the curriculum updates could case a "step-change" for education, but will fail without good teacher training.
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Michael Mosley's 'genius' remembered in tribute programmes
The final edition of the TV doctor's podcast Just One Thing, recorded just weeks before his death, has now been released.
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Midday Report Essentials for Friday 14 June 2024
On today's episode, the Minister of Education on an $89 million investment in specialist schools; our reporter gave an update from Otorohanga on the search for Tom Phillips; Brewers and Hospitality… Audio
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Why women in China are looking to ChatGPT for love
A special version of the chatbot is becoming popular with women who prefer it to real-world dating.
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Study suggests Starlink satellites could make holes in ozone
A new study suggests Elon Musk's Starlink satellites could make a hole in the ozone worse. When satellites fall back towards earth, burning up in the atmosphere, they release aluminium oxide… Audio
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The Terminator
Arnold Schwarzenegger's Terminator is a cyborg sent back in time to change the future. Duncan McGillvray discusses the metal that makes up the murderous robotic endoskeleton. Audio
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Students on quest for marine protection in Wellington
Wellington primary school pupils are asking the regional council to establish a marine protected area around Worser Bay Boating Club for at least the next 10 years.
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Massey warned about online exam system for a year
With students panicked and distressed, a petition has been launched to ditch the system altogether.
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Otago Museum unveils new research on the Falklands wolf
A rare wolf species was the apex predator of the Falkland Islands until they were hunted to extinction in 1876. Nearly150 years later, Tuhura Otago Museum has published new research exploring the… Audio
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Call for 'special class' marae recognition in earthquake-prone regulation review
Marae must be be included in a stocktake of earthquake-prone buildings instead of councils' ad hoc approach, an academic says. Audio
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Heated exchanges between protesters, supporters as Chinese Premier arrives
A crowd gathered in central Wellington to support Premier Li Qiang's visit were met by protesters.
