A man in his 50s was found dead beside his motorbike on a shared driveway in Taupaki, West Auckland. Police say the death is not suspicious and inquiries are ongoing.
Research suggests modern complex eyes evolved from a primitive single light-sensing organ, guided by shared genetic pathways conserved across diverse animal species.
Temperatures across New Zealand’s South Island have taken on a cooler edge as summer nears its end, with lower overnight lows and seasonal shifts becoming more noticeable.
Emerging research suggests daily avocado and mango intake may support vascular health in adults with prediabetes, potentially improving cholesterol and endothelial function.
A vegetation fire in Central Otago has been contained. Fire crews remain on scene damping down hotspots to prevent reignition. No injuries have been reported.
Research suggests early-life immune system differences may influence a child’s risk of developing eczema, highlighting the role of genetics, inflammation, and the skin barrier.
NASA rolled its Artemis Moon rocket off the launch pad for additional repairs and testing, prioritizing safety and technical readiness before setting a new launch date.
Research suggests higher sugary drink consumption may be associated with increased anxiety symptoms in children and adolescents, highlighting diet’s role in mental well-being.
Chinese researchers developed an AI model that integrates stellar data from different telescopes, helping astronomers process multi-wavelength observations more efficiently.
A single male Oriental fruit fly has been detected in Papatoetoe, Auckland. Biosecurity officials are increasing surveillance to determine if further flies are present.
A powerful thunderstorm in Perth saw multiple lightning strikes injure a retired bus driver and schoolgirls, kill a dog, cause power outages and disrupt transport across the city.
New Zealand’s government urges its citizens in Iran to leave if safe, as rising tensions and limited consular support heighten caution amidst expanding travel advisories.
A Western Sydney public housing unit was found filled with towering rubbish; a man living inside declines help despite health risks, sparking community concern over care and autonomy.
A Central Coast teen has become Australia’s first confirmed fatality from a tick-induced red meat allergy, ruled after anaphylaxis triggered an asthma attack.
The rural Wieambilla property where the 2022 police shootings occurred has been listed for sale at $190,000, reopening discussion about memory, tragedy, and new beginnings.
Two patients have died and four are seriously ill after a fungal infection cluster at a major Sydney hospital, prompting investigations and reinforced infection controls.
Nvidia and other tech stocks powered a Wall Street rally Wednesday, lifting major U.S. indexes and helping erase earlier weekly losses as investors looked toward earnings and renewed confidence.
Indian Prime Minister Modi addressed Israel’s Knesset, condemning the killing of civilians and terrorism, expressing sympathy for losses, and backing a peace initiative while stressing bilateral ties.
French Culture Minister Rachida Dati resigned to focus on her Paris mayoral campaign, accepted by President Macron, with municipal elections on March 15 and a potential runoff March 22.
In a groundbreaking medical achievement, a baby boy named Hugo became the first child in the UK to be born using a womb transplanted from a deceased donor, marking a significant milestone for reproductive medicine.
Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a nearly blind Rohingya refugee from Myanmar, was found dead in Buffalo, New York, five days after being dropped off by U.S. Border Patrol agents without informing his family. This tragic incident highlights serious concerns regarding the treatment of vulnerable individuals in the immigration system.
Researchers have found avian flu in elephant seal pups at California’s Año Nuevo State Park, leading officials to cancel seal-watching tours for the breeding season to limit the virus's spread. This marks the first confirmed outbreak among marine mammals in the state.
One of the most powerful and feared criminal organisations in Mexico has unleashed a wave of violence across 20 Mexican states, following the death of drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, better known as "El Mencho", shortly after being captured amid a bloody firefight in Jalisco.
Many Edmontonians remain stranded in Mexico, expressing frustration and concern even as flights resume, highlighting challenges in securing a timely return to Canada.