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The science of antivenom
Despite being home to a whole cast of creepy crawlies, barely anyone has died from a spider bite in Australia in decades. We have antivenom to thank. Audio
Avian botulism: About 1000 birds killed in Otago, suspected Timaru outbreak
Otago Fish & Game said it was the first known major outbreak of the bacterial disease in the region, while in Timaru rescuers are scrambling to respond to a suspected outbreak.
Puzzling fossils unearthed in China may rewrite the human story
A cache of human-like fossils from China has perplexed scientists for decades, defying explanation or categorization.
Was the Mangawhai storm a tornado? Here's what science tells us
Explainer: The wind speed of the Mangawhai tornado is similar to one that's occurred before - RNZ has been looking at what we know so far.
The Panel with Sarah Perriam-Lampp and Peter Dunne (Part 2)
Tonight on the second part of The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Sarah Perriam-Lampp and Peter Dunne discuss new data showing the impact hunger has on student results and the Hamilton… Audio
Trust in Science is ... OK actually?
Despite fears of a general drop in people trusting the process of science, a global survey has found that people value science and trust scientists. New Zealanders in particular. Jesse talks to John… Audio
Fonterra caught up in misinfo about supplement
There's been a social media backlash to companies using the supplement overseas, with many pouring their milk down the drain on camera.
Fonterra reassures customers it isn't using Bovaer
Fonterra has taken to social media to reassure customers it is not using a feed additive designed to lower the climate impact of cows. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
How decades of effort brought kōkako song back to the forests
Twenty-five years ago the fate of kōkako looked bleak, but concerted efforts have turned the tide. Audio
John Innes on the Kokako’s resurgence
John Innes has devoted the last 44 years to protecting native birds and retires this week and retires knowing he has contributed to surging Kōkako numbers. Audio
Red alerts issued for rivers over toxic algae
Eating just a small amount of the algae - the size of a 50-cent coin - can be enough to kill a dog.
Man sets world record living 120 days underwater
A German aerospace engineer has celebrated setting a world record for the longest time living underwater without depressurization - 120 days in a submerged capsule.
Samoa and NZ discuss compensation over Manawanui sinking
Samoa and New Zealand have been in discussions over Manawanui compensation, Samoa's CEO of Ministry of Works Transport and Infrastructure says.
Fast-track legislation stirs up opponents of Northland sand mining plan
Allowing a company to apply for fast-tracked consent to mine sand has galvanised opposition and brought previously disparate groups together, the plan's critics say.
Who takes career breaks and why? You might be surprised
Patrick Mazzocco says that, in the modern world, career breaks can be integral to helping us achieve personal growth. Audio
Meatball Magic
Meatball is more than just a cat - he's an icon in the RNZ Auckland office. Corey and Ellie get to the bottom of it. Audio
We should be careful what Luxon wishes for on growth
Analysis - There needs to be recognition of the significant risks associated with focusing on mining and tourism, Glenn Banks and Regina Scheyvens write.
So you think you know Sumeria? Kids and their clothes
Assyirologist David Hilder joins Ellie once again to break down what life might have been like for kids in ancient Mesopotamia. Audio
Pivotal role of Chief Science Advisor to be filled 'shortly' - Reti
A sector boss says she fears the ongoing vacancy shows the government does not prioritise science. Audio
Fears world's largest iceberg could hit South Atlantic island
Iceberg A23a spans an area twice the size of London and has been carefully tracked by scientists since 1986. Audio
