Day: August 3, 2026
Hollywood spent decades treating video-game adaptations like a cursed side quest. Thankfully, the pixels have finally fought back. These four PS5 titles prove the best fictional worlds can thrive on every screen. THE LAST OF US PART II REMASTERED Beautiful, brutal and emotionally exhausting, Ellie and Abby’s intertwined revenge story remains gaming’s prestige-drama benchmark. PS5 […]
Clear some space in your diary! Discover five must-see events across Aotearoa, including MOTAT’s Pride celebration, queer theatre, NZIFF horror and the Martinborough Music Festival. MOTAT: 40 YEARS OF PRIDE Mark four decades since Homosexual Law Reform with a whānau-friendly celebration at MOTAT on Saturday 8 August. Watch Ingrid Anderson screen-print commemorative designs, collect a […]
A candidate for municipal office in Moscow has been sentenced to 10 days’ administrative detention after a court ruled that a rainbow-coloured T-shirt shown in an online video displayed an “extremist” symbol. Daniil Neonov, a candidate for the council of Moscow’s Shchukino district and supporter of the Rassvet political party, was convicted by the Tushinsky […]
Grammy-winning musician Steve Lacy has returned with his most vulnerable and fully realised album yet — and we have one vinyl copy to give away. Oh yeah? explores yearning, loss, clarity and the challenge of finding yourself in a world filled with constant stimulation and fleeting dopamine hits. Blending pop, alternative and R&B, the deeply […]
Give tired winter hair some extra care with one of two Bouf Essentials Bundles up for grabs. Each bundle includes Flouf Factor Growth Shampoo, Conditioner and Growth Tonic — a hardworking three-step routine designed to support stronger, healthier and fuller-looking hair. Together, the trio helps refresh strands that may be feeling dry, flat or in […]
Escape into nature without leaving Tāmaki Makaurau — we have two double passes to Auckland Zoo to give away. Auckland Zoo offers animal lovers of all ages a beautiful place to connect with te taiao, encounter wildlife and enjoy a memorable day together. Wander through immersive habitats, learn about the Zoo’s conservation work and meet […]
The Queen of Burlesque is bringing her most ambitious and opulent production yet to Aotearoa — and we are giving one lucky reader the chance to experience it live. Dita Von Teese’s Nocturnelle blends old-Hollywood glamour, theatrical illusion and the sophisticated signature striptease that has made her an international burlesque icon. Inspired by the grand […]