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Why do we not all like the same flavours?
Are you the only one in your family who orders a hot curry? Are our preferences genetic? Audio
The Panel with Martin Bosley and Deborah Hart (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Martin Bosley and Deborah Hart to discuss climate finance and the debt the system is leaving for Pacific nations, Wanaka residents… Audio
NZ could face big bill as new climate target agreed
The new target will "set the expectation" that NZ contributes more to help developing nations move away from using fossil fuels. Audio
Pacific climate advocates decry COP29 outcome as 'a catastrophic failure'
The United Nations climate change summit COP29 has "once again ignored" the Pacific Islands, a group of regional climate advocacy organisations say.
Long way to go for green hydrogen in NZ
Hydrogen has been called the "Swiss army knife" of decarbonisation because it can do many things. But not all of them make sense.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 25 November 2024
On today's episode, departing All Blacks halfback TJ Perenara included a message of support for Te Tiriti during the haka against Italy on Saturday, this year's UN climate negotiations have wrapped… Audio
'The toughest COP I've ever been to': Climate deal disappoints Kiwi activists
The world's least-developed nations have reacted angrily to a new global climate deal - and local campaigners say they have a point. Audio
Activist on COP29 finance deal
This year's UN climate negotiations have wrapped up with a pledge from wealthy countries to triple the funding they provide to developing nations to help them move away from using fossil fuels and… Audio
Oil Change International on COP29 finance deal
COP29 has ended with rich countries agreeing to triple the money they give to poorer nations to more than half-a-trillion NZ dollars, within a decade. Oil Change International campaigner David Tong… Audio
New scheme a carbon credit COP out
The deal reached in the final hours of COP29 has been criticised as a free pass for countries to slack off on efforts to reduce emissions at home.
COP29 clinches $300 billion climate finance deal
The two-week conference cut to the heart of the global debate over the financial responsibility of rich industrialised countries, who caused the bulk of greenhouse gas emissions.
How to delay cognitive decline
Dr Ian McDonough runs The Memory, Aging, and Cognitive Control Research Laboratory at Binghampton in New York State, and has some advice on what will help to keep your brain sharp. Audio
The importance of being authentic
Researchers have found that authentic people enjoy better mental health and a greater sense of meaning in their lives. Victoria University Psychology Professor Dr Marc Wilson joins us once again. Audio
From graffiti removal to zero waste
The Beautification trust has become a key player in South Auckland's efforts to maintain clean and vibrant communities.
Possums ate this pensioner’s roses. So she fought back
Last week, Joan Scarlet of Winton caught her 109th possum - her diary helps her keep count.
Researcher takes prestigious award for diagnosing, treating gut problems
Dr Tim Angeli-Gordon and his team have helped to develop a sensor that allows for diagnosis without invasive surgery.
What happened at COP29?
For two weeks world leaders, scientists, environmentalists and fossil fuel lobbyists have been in Azerbaijan's capital Baku - for the UN's Climate Change conference COP29. This one was supposed to… Audio
Overturning oil and gas ban 'journey of penance' for Jones
Shane Jones says the offshore oil and gas ban is "the worst political decision" he has ever been involved with.
Nature literate kids
Young school students plant habitat for an endangered skink and learn heaps about biodiversity at a nature reserve on a North Canterbury dairy farm. Audio
Weekend Stuff: Gardening
Gardening expert Kate Hillier has some expert advice for keeping those nasty pests away from your precious plants. Audio
