The rare sighting, captured on video off the coast of New Zealand and shared by scientists affiliated with the University of Auckland, shows a Maori octopus riding on top of a mako shark, which is ...

MELBOURNE, March 20 (Reuters) - New Zealand coach Scott Robertson will be open to an approach from Newcastle Knights captain Kalyn Ponga should the National Rugby League (NRL) talent want to ...

A decision to knock back a 300 megawatt (MW) wind farm in the hinterlands of southern New Zealand on environmental grounds has created a big risk for the country’s energy security, says ...

The Irish are known in the US for their quick speaking and heavy accents. They've also got a few unique phrases and words, like "craic" and "eejits." Sadly, if you aren't from Ireland or of Irish ...

International Women’s Day 2025 celebrates women’s achievements, promotes gender equality, and empowers women and girls globally. The theme, 'For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality.

International Women's Day, celebrated globally on March 8, honors women's roles and achievements. Originating in the early 20th century, the day advocates for gender equality. The 2025 theme is ...

Fun and memorable Irish blessings to use all year round, but especially on March 17, St. Patrick's Day! In celebration of St. Patrick's Day 2024, we have compiled some of our favorite Irishy ...

Free bowel cancer screening has been expanded from ages 60- 74 to 58-74 The announcement repurposes funding set aside by the previous government to lower the eligibility age for Māori and Pacific ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Who would have ever imagined that a little green character from a film series that kicked off more than 40 years ago would hold up as one of cinema’s most beloved teachers of all time?

It's perfectly normal to need a dose of positivity here and there when life gets you down. Sometimes just the right encouraging quote is all you need to turn things around. These words of ...