Efforts to track down the yellow-legged hornet have ramped up this week, with queen hornets and nests continuing to be ...

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Wealthy countries have tripled their financial support to help vulnerable nations adapt to the impacts of climate change, but ...

The government is halting new puberty blocker prescriptions for youth with gender dysphoria. From 19 December, new ...

Ultra-processed foods are becoming dominant in our diets, causing a surge in diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and depression ...

Among several changes announced last night, the Government says the Climate Change Commission won’t be required to advise on emissions reduction plans. The Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) will also be ...

An upcoming wildlife conference in Queenstown will look at new challenges and solutions to managing pests and protecting native species. Talks at next week's Australiasian Wildlife Management Society ...

A long-term US study shows water fluoridation at recommended levels doesn't reduce cognitive ability, with kids who drank such water doing slightly better in school tests. Whereas earlier studies ...

Native creatures and habitats across Tongariro National Park have been disrupted by a massive 3,000 hectare blaze. The Department of Conservation says its staff will assess the site when safe to do so ...