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EDITOR’S LETTER nā Susanna

Things we love

Meri Kirihimete

Uncovered • Mahsa Amini’s death at the age of 22, brutally beaten to death in prison for not properly covering her head with her headscarf in Iran has caused a storm of protest and hundreds of deaths. Worldwide the reaction has been outrage. Gilda Fitzpatrick reflects on an upbringing in Iran that has motivated her to lend her voice to a cause that is unifying millions, advocating to abolish a draconian regime that silences the voices of women. As she says, she is free and they are not.

Women, life, freedom

Making the CULT • Lily Richards interviews Anke Richter, author of the new book Cult Trip.

WORDS to live by • Stacey looks back to her wedding to Scotty in 2006, and the kītaurangi she wrote to him.

Let’s talk about PORN • Whether you’re for, against, or avoid pornography altogether, the estimated US$13 billion dollar industry produces a video every 39 minutes. Studies on its effects are varied but for now, it’s here to stay. Sasha Borissenko investigates.

Etching the future • Thirty years ago, when Ariana Tiako was growing up in Ōtautahi, getting her moko kauae seemed like a distant dream. Now her dream has been realised and documented in a beautiful book, writes Aroha Awarau.

Drive home the difference

THE WISDOM of gibberish • Pingu teaches everyone, even adults, to find meaning in made-up language, writes Gabriel Rom.

In memory of Mary J. Partington • How you answer this question could save a life.

Recovering with mana • Jessica Apanui, formerly known as “Meth-ica” to her friends, says she’s proud to be part of the new documentary Mana Over Meth, telling her story and encouraging others to tell theirs.

Christmas GIFT GUIDE

When good gifts Go BAD • The trials and tribulations of hand-crafting Christmas gifts – and ending up right back where you started.

Who needs three wise men when you can have 12 months of WOMAN?

GIFT IDEAS to Avoid Throwaway Culture this Christmas • Sophie Chung is an expert shopaholic. Here she gives her recommendations for how to nail it under the tree this year.

A bigger SPLASH • Poolside or hillside, this month’s fashion is all outside glamour. Nothing could sweep you further from the office than a jumpsuit in nostalgic ice cream pink worn under a blue sky beside the pool. Did I mention holiday? Use your wardrobe to fast-track you there. Relax in wide-brimmed hats, laze in coverall dresses and pay homage to the sun.

Get the LOOK

HANDBAG ESSENTIALS FOR SUMMER • Summertime means long days at the beach, balmy evenings, dinners, and poolside cocktails. Whatever the occasion, when the weather plays ball, we’re generally out of the house to soak up the sunshine. Don’t get caught out without the essentials as you’re dashing between soirées. A quick top-up before dinner? You’ve got your powder for that. Rushing to stuff your oversized, yet absolutely fabulous, sunhat away before you hit the bar? You’re covered with an easy clip.

Seasonal sparkle • This year, all the restrictions are gone and it’s time to go big or go home. Here’s how to pull off a fabulous festive look for the party season.

I am your stomach • This is one organ...