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Can we design sports shoes that don’t squeak? Here’s what the science says
Taking inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci's studies of friction, the 'sneaker squeak' question cuts to a deep problem in physics.
Can a multivitamin slow the ageing process? Not really
A daily multivitamin can help slow markers of biological ageing, a new study claims, but its senior author doesn't recommend doing that.
Kharg Island: The tiny coral outcrop at the heart of Iran's oil industry
The island handles roughly 90 percent of the country's crude exports - meaning any assault on it risks major escalation.
North Korea fires 10 ballistic missiles during US-South Korea military drills
The missiles were launched from an area near the capital Pyongyang towards the sea off the country's east coast.
US prosecutors defend block on Venezuelan state funds for Maduro's defence
Maduro's lawyer argued that the revocation interfered with Maduro's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the US Constitution.
Pakistani airstrikes cause civilian casualties in Kabul, Taliban and UN say
Pakistan bombed the fuel depot of private airline Kam Air near Afghanistan's Kandahar airport, the ruling Taliban said.
US to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz, 'obliterated' targets on Kharg Island - Trump
Donald Trump says the US military has "totally obliterated" targets on Iran's Kharg Island which serves as the export terminal for 90 percent of the country's oil shipments.
Former prince Andrew pictured in bathrobe with Jeffrey Epstein
The image is believed to be the first known photograph of Andrew and veteran politician Peter Mandelson with Epstein.
Ship involved in cocaine bust now moored in Sydney after distress call
French authorities intercepted the MV Raider in international waters near French Polynesia in January.
Bahrain and Saudi F1 races set to be cancelled
Conflict in the Middle East means its 'just a matter of time', before an official announcement the two April Formula 1 rounds are cancelled, sources say.
UAE charges people for filming and sharing missile strike footage
Twenty-one people, including a 60-year-old British tourist, have been charged under the United Arab Emirates' cybercrime laws for filming and sharing videos of Iranian missile and drone attacks.
Dopamine is a tool for parents, and it's time we 'take it back'
The tech and food industries have been exploiting this brain chemical for decades, says ex-phone addict and author.
Oscars 2026: How to watch all the nominees
You can catch most nominated films on streaming services, some are available to rent and a few are still showing in New Zealand cinemas.
Pope says Christians who start wars should go to confession
Earlier this week, Washington DC Cardinal Robert McElroy said the US-Israeli strikes against Iran were "not morally legitimate".
X offers changes to blue checkmarks
Elon Musk's social media platform has offered to make changes to its blue checkmark for "verified" accounts, after it received a 120-million-euro fine for its "deceptive design".
Buzzfeed has ‘substantial doubt’ it can stay in business
The digital media company that took the mid-2010s by storm is synonymous with viral videos and online quizzes.
Strikes target Gulf as French soldier killed in Iraq
The latest strikes on Iran hit over 200 targets in the second week of the US-Israeli campaign that has caused economic chaos.
Americas correspondent Katie Silver
Americas correspondent Katie Silver joins Lisa Owen with news from the region. Audio
French soldier killed, six wounded in Iraq drone strike
French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the attack in northern Iraq.
First trip back to the Moon in 50 years cleared for April
The crew should have blasted off on a lunar fly around earlier this year, but fuel leaks and other problems with the Space Launch System rocket interfered.