Over the years, Giorgio Armani has cemented himself at a kind of god-tier level within the fashion world. The Italian fashion designer, who is best known for his eponymous brand and its signature sleek, understated aesthetic was born in Piacenza, Italy in 1934, Armani began his career as a window dresser and eventually worked his […]
Is there a surgeon in the garage? Well yes. Bentley has unveiled a one-of-a-kind, bespoke Flying Spur Hybrid at its pinnacle evening event during Art Basel Miami. The unique car was created by Bentley’s in-house personal commissioning division, Mulliner, in collaboration with “The Surgeon,” a leading figure in the custom shoe industry known for his […]
It’s considered one of the toughest ocean races in the world and The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is an annual event that has captivated sailors and spectators alike since its inception in 1945. Located in the heart of the Tasman Sea, this iconic race begins in Sydney Harbour and culminates in the city of […]
The Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition is a new high-performance version of the popular Vantage sports car that has been produced as a celebration of the company’s return to Formula 1 after more than 60 years and what a way to celebrate. Developed based on the Vantage’s role as the Official Safety Car of Formula […]
Years ago I watched an interview with Stephen King where he lost his rag about being asked what pen he uses to write with. His frustration at the question came from the fact that he gets asked it so often and the implication from those (often budding writers) who ask it is that if only […]
LOS ANGLES, CA – NOVEMBER 14: Janelle Monáe attends Netflix US Premiere of “Glass Onion:” A Knives Out Mystery” at the Academy Museum on November 14, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Emilio Madrid/Netflix © 2022.
The much-loved and admired Orient Express, steeped in tradition and history, has become a huge cultural symbol in the past century or so. Poets, novelists, and painters have romanticised it, and all walks of life yearn to ride on it. As a train-lover myself, I find this exceptionally exciting. 140 years ago, the first of […]
Artificial Intelligence is such a glorious, glorious thing. Head architect at Ant Studio in India, Manas Bhatia, has found a way to utilise artificial intelligence in his work. His series, called Manas Bhatia’s AI x Future Cities, is a selection of images completely created by the open beta website, Midjourney. He just entered prompts to […]
The open ocean is a stunning place, but is fraught with many peculiarities. Everyone knows of the ol’-time tales of ghost ships, Kraken’s, and spooky images on the horizon that don’t seem to be quite sitting on the water, but floating atop it. Known technically as Fata Morgana, these mirages are complex forms of image […]
Rust Belt By Jamie Trower When I heard that M2 writer, Jamie Trower, was releasing his latest book in 2023 under his own BIRDBOY PRESS, excitement ensued. Not meaning to sound too bias, Rust Belt is great. It’s a book that keeps you coming back, wanting more. I’m not a poetry reader, by any stretch, […]
Engage with politics for any amount of time and chances are you’re going to be inextricably drawn away from local politics toward the giant electromagnets of American elections. The American obsession is understandable of course; the trends of everything American politics has to offer leaks into every other Western democracy in one form or another. […]
An important part of the yachting calendar each year is the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, which is commencing its 77th edition on the 26th December 2022. Starting out from Sydney Harbour, the fleet then goes on the move with yachts ranging from 30 feet (9.14 metres) to 100 feet (30.48 metres) and crews […]
Brazilian skate superstar Leticia Bufoni pulled off a daring grind out the back of a C-130 Hercules at 9,000 feet. This particular C-130 was used in the Fast & Furious movies, and to fully capture this stunt required, aerial film cameramen who worked on Mission: Impossible – Fallout were employed to properly capture the stunt. […]
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania In Cinemas 16 February When Ant-Man first released it felt like one of the first B-Grade heroes earning their wings. Now three films later, Ant-Man is going from strength to strength. This latest movie officially kicks off phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe bringing back Peyton Reed to direct […]
If anywhere says you’ve made it, it’s living in Monaco, the 2 square kilometre kingdom on the French Riviera. 1 in 3 people who live there are millionaires and no doubt the total number there explodes this time of year thanks to the Monaco Boat show, one of the premier events that puts this tiny […]
‘What you think, you become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create.’ So said Buddha long ago and it still resonates just as much today as, at its heart, what the great man was talking about is that you can become what you want to be, just by thinking or behaving like […]
Creating a work of art, for anyone, is a big deal. It takes time (lots of it), passion, drive, and commitment. For any artist, the language is their driving force. Many paths and tracks are taken with their languages, sometimes even interwoven. In recent years, Many artists are championing our native language of Te Reo […]
A good old-fashioned whodunit has always been a staple genre that has drawn-in readers (and, more recently, movie buffs) for centuries. Dating all the way back to the mid-1800’s with Edgar Allen Poe’s, The Murders of Rue Morgue, audiences have been enticed with the puzzle-solving nature of it all, where they too can play the […]
Since the industrial revolution, the configuration of the traditional workplace has barely changed. Despite technological advances, the rows of people, desks and machinery has rarely advanced since Henry Ford famously set the 5-day working week. Throw in a global pandemic forcing significant habitual change and two years of scrutiny on employees’ health and wellness, and […]
Let’s face it; Tokyo is a massive city. With 38 odd million people in its catchment area, it is easily the biggest city in the world and you really feel it when you hit Shinjuku railway station at rush hour! It’s a moving wall-to-wall carpet of people. This can be pretty intimidating when you come […]
For the Louis Vuitton Spring-Summer 2023 collection, imagination was the order of the day. At the timeless core of the Louis Vuitton studio is the belief that imagination – creatorship, craftsmanship, showmanship – can move and unite its spectators around the world. Showmanship was on full display with a wide variety of experimentation. The premise […]
Pharrell Williams teamed up with Moncler for their 70th anniversary celebrations as one of seven designers reinterpreting their iconic Maya jacket. He did this by using molded polymeric material, dotted with embossed logo branding. “How do you define the last 70 years? Getting to design the iconic Maya jacket with my own twist was a […]
Monti Castello – Italy A new year demands a fresh injection of style. Monti Castello delivers effortless elegance in quintessential Italian fashion. One of their masterfully woven silk ties will elevate any outfit, pairing just as comfortably with a crisply cut suit as it will with the casual texture of denim. For an extra touch […]
Aston Martin, by far, has become one of the world’s most sought-after car brands. Thanks to the James Bond franchise, owning one of their illustrious cars offers a sense of sophistication, elegance and class. We can all think back to a specific Bond film, like Die Another Day, and dream of being Pierce Brosnan (pre-Mamma […]
Did you know that over 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is ocean, and only five percent of that has been discovered. Makes you think, doesn’t it, how many of the world’s mysteries are actually trapped on the sea bed? According to the online Hawaiian information database, Ke Alaka’i, there are more historic artifacts under […]
Three Stoic tools you can use right now to boost your resilience and mental wellbeing. Written by Movember Mental Health Advisor, Grant Schofield. Grant is Director of The Centre for Human Potential at AUT and former Chief Scientific Adviser to the Ministry of Education in New Zealand. Grant is also a member of Prekure which […]
In Olympic sports, occasionally an athlete like Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps or Jesse Owens turns up who so dominates their discipline that not only is their gold medal assured – it also somehow feels inadequate. Mere mortals were also able to win one of these, but they didn’t inspire quite the same feelings of shock […]
“Instead of wondering when your next vacation is, maybe you should set up a life you don’t need to escape from” – Seth Godin (Author, Entrepreneur & Teacher) “Fail quickly and cheaply.” – Rod Drury (Founder, Xero) “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you […]
For a lot of New Zealand entrepreneurs and business owners, the prospect of selling into China and the wider Asia-Pacific region is a compelling market to scale, but it’s also filled with costly pitfalls for those that don’t get it right. To help navigate the nuances of this immense market, Kevin Sun co-founded Cross Culture […]
In our last issue, we published a quote from Bob Chapek about leadership in our success section. By the time you were reading it, his head was rolling and Bob Iger was retaking his throne after less than a year in retirement. I guess kicking your feet up in Hawaii gets boring fast. Chapek took […]
The recent correction in the housing market has seen the median prices decline in 2022. The median house price for August 2022 was down 5.9% nationally from August 2021, with Auckland and Wellington both recording drops of 8.3% and 9.3%, respectively. In the grand scheme of things, this is no surprise as house prices increased […]
The core values driving Pure SEO are education and uplifting the digital marketing industry. We have created courses, lectured at New Zealand’s top universities, and trained marketing managers for the New Zealand Marketing Association. A couple of years ago, I went one step further; Penguin Random House commissioned me to write a book on SEO […]
The more dishes on a menu means the more ingredients the cooks will need to manage, the more combinations they will have to deal with and the more time the customer will take to order, etc, etc. Then there are customisations of the dish, side orders and all the variations of the order. For example: […]
The new pair of QuietComfort Earbuds II from Bose may be the most impressive set of earbuds I’ve ever had the honour of pushing into my head. Bose has always been a personal favourite when it comes to getting a professional sound, but what they’ve managed to do with their earbuds is phenomenal. It does […]
GoPro’s New HERO11 Black Mini GoPro has always had a reputation for being small and hardy. Now they’ve gotten even smaller with the Hero11 Black Mini. It’s slimmed down and simplified with a single button control. Getting straight into the specs, we’re looking at Cinematic 5.3K60 (that’s right, 5.3k resolution), 4K120 + 2.7K240 video with […]
A few issues back we gave Astro’s cheaper pair of wired Astro A10 Gen 2’s a whirl. It only seems fair to go up the ladder to their more premium set of over ear headphones. One small step for ears, one massive step in build, design and quality. Everything about the The Logitech G ASTRO […]
Hogwarts Legacy Releasing on everything including the Switch on February 10th. Don’t ask me how or what bargains they had to make to make that happen. Hogwarts Legacy is the open world Harry Potter game fans have been having wet dreams about their entire lives. Start by getting sorted into your house and then Bum […]
There was a time when running away with a lot of other people’s money took a little decorum. You needed to put on a suit in the morning, go down to wall street and put in the hard yards to swindle an old lady out of her retirement money. Look at Bernie Madoff, a true […]
The Chopard Mille Miglia 2022 Race Edition is a limited-edition watch that pays tribute to the famous Italian road race, known as the “thousand miles.” This annual event, which was first held in 1927, is a celebration of classic and vintage cars, and Chopard has been the official timekeeper of the race since 1988. And […]
As far as chemical elements go, Oxygen is right up there in terms of importance for our survival of course. According to some in the horological world though, Oxygen is bad for timepieces. Not only does Oxygen contribute to metal oxidation but it can cause fogging during extreme temperature changes, like when you happen to […]
Most people who enjoy kicking back with a glass of pinot on the deck on a sunny afternoon with good company and tasty snacks on hand will rarely wonder what it took to make that beautiful bottle of wine. While a few may have some idea of the technical processes, not many will realise there […]
Luminor Due Goldtech is the latest addition to Panerai’s respected watch collection. This luxurious timepiece is crafted with the brand’s exclusive Goldtech alloy, which combines 18-carat gold, copper, and platinum to create a warm, golden hue with long-lasting shine. The Luminor Due Goldtech boasts a 42 mm diameter case that is 10.2 mm thick and […]
Cartier, the prestigious French luxury jeweller, has opened its latest flagship store in Sydney, Australia. Located on the corner of King and George Streets, the 749-square-metre, two-story store features an impressive level of local customisation, with 80% of the materials sourced locally and the work of local artisans showcased throughout. Located on Castlereagh Street in […]
Moncler, the luxury Italian outerwear and lifestyle brand, has recently unveiled its technical skiwear collection for the fall/winter season of 2022. Dubbed as Moncler Grenoble, the line is engineered for peak performance on the slopes and offers a range of options for the whole family of skiers. The collection features a layered approach to full-look […]
Rolls-Royce has always been a form of automotive art but now they have gone a step further with their latest bespoke releases: a series of six bespoke Phantom Extended Series II vehicles known as “The Six Elements.” This unprecedented project represents the convergence of fine art, design, technology, and craftsmanship, and is the result of […]
If you’re a jet-setting, globe-trotting, high-flying kind of person, then Rolex have a watch for you. Well, they are Rolex, so of course they have a watch for you. But the Rolex Sky-Dweller in particular is just the ticket for juggling multiple timezones and situations. These timepieces stand out for their unique and complex design, […]
It might not be a technical motoring term so to speak, but the Rolls-Royce Boat Tail really is quite simply damn hot. It is probably one of the hottest vehicles ever crafted. I know these are subjective things and you have a right to disagree, but I have on my side one of the world’s […]
Christmas is upon us, so it turns our minds toward all the important task of letting people know we care about them. To help lubricate this process somewhat we have curated the ultimate style collection of gift ideas from Hugo Boss. We’ve provided contrasting options to cover all your bases for you with most of […]
Like all good high-tier luxury watch brands, Panerai draws on a long and storied history, dating back to the late 1860s, when the company was founded in Florence, Italy. But it was a few decades later in 1936 that the DNA of Panerai was truly molded into shape when the Panerai-created timepiece prototype called the […]
A few defining factors separate staying at a home from a premium hotel like the Cordis Auckland. At Cordis, if you go downstairs you have a range of the world’s finest hospitality options. At my place, if you go downstairs you end up in a storage basement containing a lawnmower, some boxes of costumes from […]
While the horological world might celebrate heritage, subtlety, tradition and craftsmanship, one of the world’s most renowned watchmakers takes the very best of traditional watchmaking and runs it through the sort of creative acid trip that would make CS Lewis envious. The results are a diverse range of unique, coveted and creative timepieces that push […]
We all know that the 90s was the cultural pinnacle of fashion, design and music. Well, that’s according to me and probably no one else in the M2 office, but I do now have some newfound support in the form of the latest 8 Moncler and Palm Angels collab with a 90s-inspired campaign to match. […]
While Love & Co have created a legacy of transforming many Auckland office buildings into sophisticated apartments, their most iconic to date has been their revitalising of the old Auckland council building into CAB – a centre point of upmarket living and entertainment. And while the incredible transformation of the entire building has created an […]
Ever watched a DJ at a party and wished you could do that? Well, Pioneer DJ have brought out the perfect controller to get you started, even if you’re a complete beginner. The all-new DDJ-FLX4 has a professional feel and its simple, user-friendly design makes it super easy for you to find your way around […]
The other day, via the magic of that great culinary archive, YouTube, I was watching a Michelin star Italian chef put together pasta aglio e olio, which just has to be one of the simplest utilitarian Italian meals there is. It basically means pasta with olive oil and garlic – no more, no less. Not […]
Burberry has introduced its Autumn-Winter 2022 Pre-Collection, designed by Chief Creative Officer, Riccardo Tisci. The collection delves into the outdoors. Signature outerwear is refreshed in new oversized silhouettes with reconstructed details – inspired by a youthful and fresh interpretation of classic utility and exploration styles. For this collection, Riccardo partnered with Lea T who is […]
According to a new release from Luxury Car manufacturer Rolls-Royce, they have just brought the world its fastest all-electric aircraft. Dubbed The Spirit of Innovation, the aircraft hit 555.9km/h, over 213.04 km/h faster than the previous record. The previous record was set back in 2017 by the Siemens eAircraft powered Extra 330 LE Aerobatic aircraft. […]
Founded in 1963 by fellow Kiwi, racing car driver and inventor, Bruce McLaren, the McLaren Brand has always paved the way for worldwide high-end automobile technologies to come to the forefront. Since its humble Grand Prix beginnings from Bruce’s little Austin 7 Ulster, to the much more modern Grand Tourer released in 2019, McLaren has […]
Ah Ferrari. It’s almost the default brand that comes to mind when you hear the term ‘sports car’. That hasn’t happened by accident; it’s the product of 81 year track record in designing some of the most desirable luxury cars ever made. It makes sense then that they’ve drawn from that history in designing their […]
Bentley Mulliner has just made their most powerful car to date, and you’ll probably never see it in real life, let alone give it a test drive. Costing in the ballpark of US$1.95m all 18 of this limited run supercar have already been sold. Not surprising consider some of the buyers already own the previous […]
The illustrious Colorado event, Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, started all the way back in 1916 by Mr. Spencer Penrose. Throngs of car lovers have since enjoyed either spectating or participating in battling up the 20km stretch of gravel, complete with its 156 sharp turns. Only the bravest drivers compete. At this year’s Pikes Peak, […]
Read any wine magazine – or indeed, the pages of this august website – and you’ll see a lot of how long fine wines will cellar for; five years here, ten there, even twenty plus for that one. But the problem is; the sun’s out, the barbie’s freshly cleaned and the lamb kebabs are ready […]
Gardening, hiking, fishing: whether formal or informal, the looks of the Dior Summer 2023 men’s collection combine elegance and levity in the spirit of sportswear to celebrate nature. Inspired by outdoor activities, rucksacks, belt bags and bags, such as the iconic Saddle, were reimagined with added detachable waterproof covers and hoods. The new collection is […]
For some people, their word is law – so, with them, a promise made is a promise kept. One such person is Charles Rolls; better known as the man whose name is half of the legendary marque Rolls-Royce. Back in 1900 Charles had an enthralling vision; an electric version of these new-fangled motor vehicles he […]
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars are in part famous because of what is hidden away underneath their car’s famous handcrafted exteriors; powerful, uncompromising internal combustion engines with a V12 being the common choice. But Rolls-Royce Motor Cars CEO Torsten Müller-Ötvös has drawn a line in the sand with the declaration that Rolls-Royce will be all electric from […]
Last time the Rolls-Royce Boat Tail graced our pages, it was for the custom coachbuild that was rumoured to cost upwards of $28 million and delivered to Jay-Z and Beyonce. We’ll never know for sure, unless Jay-Z is caught at the traffic lights with that beautiful machine but the Rolls-Royce Coachbuild team has been busy […]
When you’re looking at gearing up with a new timepiece, you want to consider every aspect and dimension. The sophistication it exudes, the features it delivers, the story it tells about its wearer, and more importantly, the bulk. You can get the most insane complications in the world to wow people with, but they’re going […]
What do you get the man who has absolutely everything? Why a bespoke Rolls-Royce of course, what else? The very epitome of luxury, nothing tells the world more about your personality than a Rolls-Royce. Yet, the car maker extraordinaire has taken this personalisation a step even further with the brand new Rolls-Royce Dawn ‘The Kita’. […]
In order to create a fragrance bold enough to live up to its colour, Montblanc called in two of the best perfumers in the business in Anne Flipo and Nicolas Beaulieu – and Legend Red is their crowning glory. Bearing a classic Montblanc hallmark, the original design of the bottle has become as legendary as […]
Have you bought an iPhone 14 Pro and worry that it isn’t the status symbol it once was? Never fear, now you can put it in a case that makes it practically unusable, but incredibly blingy. Using the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona as its base, luxury designer Caviar have created a work of art that is […]
Santos-Dumont Cartier is bringing back oldschool refinement with its updated collection of Santos-Dumont, named after the famed 1900s aviator, Alberto Santos-Dumont. These updated models are faithful to the pure design of the original and are finished by hand with the utmost care possible. Each are coated with a thin layer of lacquer, then smoothed and […]
Each year we bring you a collection of the finest timepieces to add to your collections, or to start them, depending on where you are in life. Each one has its own story of how it came into being. Some choose tradition and use what was done in the past to inform the future. Others […]
Summit 2+ Smartwatch The Summit 2+ is the next step up from the Summit 2. It comes with a larger screen, this time 1.3”, and in the process has a slightly larger body than its predecessor at 43.5mm. It’s a touchscreen of course, but the rotating crown is always a nice touch. As well as […]
We’re now full swing into Movember, so I trust your upper lip is looking healthily bushy at this point gentlemen. Personally, I forgot to shave mine at the start so I’m just pretending that I’m one of those insanely fast growers, the kind that have a full beard 12 hours after shaving. As part of […]
You know you’re reaching a certain time in your life when receiving socks for Christmas, or even buying them for yourself, is something to be delighted in. Nothing says “attention to detail” like having a pair of socks peeking out and tieing up your entire ensemble. Our pick this Christmas for the best of the […]
Fellini has been in the business of bringing the best of Europe and New Zealand together for 40 years now. Their attention to detail and commitment to only the finest fabrics have resulted in a spectacular line of contemporary and modern designs that elevate any ensemble you put together. Our recommendation this Christmas either for […]
Unlike Christmas trees and decorations gift buying is something best done as early as possible. I personally recommend January and Boxing Day sales, then you can entirely forget about Christmas up until the day itself. It’s not being a grinch, it’s being prudent! So the collection we’ve brought together for you today is either a […]
Is a single micron of dirt too much for you? Well Dyson’s new Gen5detect Absolute Handstick Vacuum Cleaner can remove 99.99% of particles, down to just 0.1 microns². I know you want that last .1 micron gone as well but I’m pretty sure doing that would create a miniature black hole in your carpet or […]
First we had indoor heating. Then after a couple thousand years, we got indoor plumbing. Now a few thousand years later we have The Breville AquaStation which finally makes both the kettle and your fridge water chiller redundant at the same time. It’s your one stop shop for all your H2o needs. Except bathing, unless […]
The gentle flutter of a butterfly’s wing can change the course of history forever. At least that’s the logic behind The Butterfly Effect – a pillar of Chaos Theory – where massive outcomes can be determined by the smallest details along the way, i.e.: how the tiny wind created by a butterfly’s wings can have […]
So often we focus on amazing leaps of innovation within different New Zealand industries. New ways of doing things or technology that propels a sector forward. But every now and then is an agnostic wave of potential which impacts everything and AI is an example of this. Even the lowest-tech industries are being disrupted and […]
We’ve previously covered off on the best in travel companions by Montblanc, featuring their leather airpod cases and stylish travel bags. But what about when you’re closer to home? What are the absolute essentials. If you’re leaving home without your phone, smartwatch, and wallet then you’re going to be at a loose end. Montblanc has […]
After five years worth of negotiating, New Zealand finally signed a free trade agreement with the European Union. This means a lot of different things for different industries, but ultimately it opens up a trade pipeline with 450 million consumers. While in the past trade negotiations might have been centered around geopolitical benefits and other […]
Start your morning right with the Nespresso Vertuo Next. The “Next” in its name denotes that they’re taking the full range of Nespresso coffee styles even further. But don’t worry, this new glorious future isn’t hard to be a part of. Simply choose the coffee brew that’s right for you – from espresso to flat […]
For some people, their word is law – so, with them, a promise made is a promise kept. One such person is Charles Rolls; better known as the man whose name is half of the legendary marque Rolls-Royce. Back in 1900 Charles had an enthralling vision; an electric version of these new-fangled motor vehicles he […]
Having an air fryer in the kitchen is possibly the most dangerous thing you could own, purely because of how many delicious things you could be frying up in it. I’m sorry I don’t need to supercharge my ability to make delicious food, but maybe you do with the Tefal Easy Fry Grill & Steam […]
I feel like I have l dropped the ball a little in this issue. A missed comedic opportunity to add to my repertoire. Well, my collection of dad jokes in any case. Why do ducks have tail feathers? To hide their butt quacks. You know, that kind of thing. Sophisticated high-level humour, of course. I […]
Copyright: 2022 Getty Images May Calamawy attends the Moon Knight Los Angeles Special Launch Event at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California. Egyptian-Palestinian actress May El Calamawy has been working in the United States since 2015, where she found herself a role in Ramy as Dena Hassan. Now she has taken the next step […]
The Burj Khalifa, with a height of 829 metres tall, is the world’s crowning jewel of architectural brilliance. It’s soon to get a new ring to it—literally. Dreamed up by the team at Dubai-based architecture-firm, ZNera Space, the Downtown Circle project is a new, futuristic concept that will feature a 550-metre ring that will wrap […]
1. Dell PowerEdge 2900, no longer on sale 2. Liberty Presidential 50, $10,299. 3. HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 server, $3,641.99. 4. Honeywell 1114 Lightweight Fire And Waterproof Chest, $195.95 5. Zero Halliburton Medium Attaché Case, $545. 6. Bankers Box STOR/FILE Storage Box 4 Pack, $17.49
It was only a few years ago we were talking in the magazine about generating faces with AI and, at the same time, pairing that with generated text. The zeitgeist of the moment was that it could be used to generate fake news on an industrial scale, or at the very least, some garbled stories […]
You’ve heard of beer goggles, now there’s the sequel nobody has been waiting for, beer shoes. Dubbed the Heinekicks, 32 pairs of these abominations have been hand crafted by the talented team at The Shoe Surgeon. The new pair of kicks were designed to commemorate the new Heineken Silver, which bills itself as being “unexpectedly […]
The Woman King 27 October Oscar winning Viola Davis stars in this historical drama which critics are already pegging as an awards contender. The story is based on the true story of the all-female unit of warriors who were tasked with protecting the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s, at the height of the […]
If even a scrap of the drama the mystery thriller, Don’t Worry Darling, stirred up during its release window was present within the film itself, we’d have a blockbuster on our hands. Unfortunately for us, it stayed strictly within the realm of the gossip rags and this column. It had controversy after controversy which kept […]
Glacial Flight IMAGE by: Red Bull Content Pool Paragliding pilots Tom de Dorlodot and Horacio Llorens fly at 6,000 metres above the Baltoro glacier in Pakistan on July 8, 2022. The glacier lies within a region of gargantuan peaks, with K2 being the most famous at 8611m. There are three other peaks in the region […]
It’s fair to say that Jimmy Carr has an extraordinarily interesting journey so far. His standup shows sell out globally, he’s presented a string of hit game shows, including one where people pee to trigger a buzzer before answering questions, he’s a regular on television and the big screen, and he used to be drinking […]
Kumail Nanjiani has had a breakout last few years: an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay for his movie The Big Sick, his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut in Eternals as Kingo, and his debut in the Star Wars universe. And preceding this is a long and respected career in stand up comedy and television acting […]
That’s a wrap on another fantastic year of hijinks and atrocities. Thanks for being a small contributing factor to our ongoing success as an anthropocene. So much has happened, it’s hard to believe that it all just happened this year. So to give you a refresher on what we’ve been through, M2 has collected all […]
So often we focus on amazing leaps of innovation within different New Zealand industries. New ways of doing things or technology that propels a sector forward. But every now and then is an agnostic wave of potential which impacts everything and AI is an example of this. Even the lowest-tech industries are being disrupted and […]
Gardening, hiking, fishing: whether formal or informal, the looks of the Dior Summer 2023 men’s collection combine elegance and levity in the spirit of sportswear to celebrate nature. Inspired by outdoor activities, rucksacks, belt bags and bags, such as the iconic Saddle, were reimagined with added detachable waterproof covers and hoods. The new collection is […]
