Steering to satisfaction
Consumer NZ’s survey of New Zealand’s best and worst cars revealed our favourite brands, and those we don’t love so much. Earlier this year, results were released from the over 8000 Kiwis surveyed and 72 models reported on. Brands such as Honda, BYD, and Tesla have won the hearts of New Zealanders, winning People’s Choice. […]
Metropol Inspire: The pleasure of a compliment
Not everyone enjoys receiving a compliment. Often that is because they’re shy, embarrassed, want to downplay it, or just unsure how to gracefully receive it. Researchers have found several awkward ways in which people typically react to compliments. One of these is rejecting it by directly contradicting the compliment giver. An example is being complimented […]
Where the wild things are
In its 59th year, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year event has again served up some of the best ‘up close and personal’ animal shots of all time. Entries come in from people of all locations, ages, and skill levels, this time seeing 49,957 entries. Judged on creativity, orginality, and technical excellence, see Metropol’s favourites […]
Gaelic charm, food & music: The Little Fiddle
Irish myths and leprechaun legends often refer to a pot o’ gold at the end of a rainbow. Christchurch City isn’t home to many leprechauns (unless it’s St Patrick’s Day), yet it definitely has a pot of gold in the form of The Little Fiddle, an inner city Irish bar. The lilt of Irish laughter […]
Nailing necklines
BY NINA TUCKER The work of a neckline is to showcase, or not, your neck, shoulders, and collarbones. Different necklines drop in and out of fashion each year, and many move in parallel with the seasons. Each one does a different job of flattery. Taking neckline into consideration when buying a garment does not feel […]
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