Men's Journal

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Field Notes

Ride and Shine • DISPATCHES FROM A WILD WORLD

A City Reborn • Two and a half decades after a devastating genocide, the Rwandan capital of Kigali is Africa’s most exciting city, brimming with art, fashion, nightlife, and food.

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The Last Great Polar First • In December, American Colin O’Brady became the first person to cross Antarctica solo and unaided—the latest accomplishment in a lifetime devoted to defying doubters.

Hidden Caribbean • A Zen paradise on one of the most overlooked and beguiling islands in the West Indies.

Tooling Around • Nearly 40 years ago, Tim Leatherman created his namesake multitool. Now he’s launching its biggest redesign in decades—and betting that people will gladly replace a device that lasts a lifetime.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE LEATHERMAN • Since debuting in 1983, the multitool has become a household name. Here’s how.

Bringing Yemen Into Focus • Photojournalist Essa al-Ragehi has worked tirelessly to document atrocities in his war-torn homeland—and has changed the world’s view of the conflict as a result.

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Turning Up the Lights • Craft brewers are cranking out light lagers—but not the kind Dad drank while mowing the lawn. These beers are packed with flavor. Here are five to try, chores optional.

Beyond Curry • Indian food should mean more than takeout tandoori. You can use flavors from the subcontinent to reinvent some of the most familiar, everyday “American” dishes.

Health Foodie • Before opening New York’s two hottest Italian restaurants, Lilia and Misi, Missy Robbins was burned out and considering leaving restaurants for good. Instead, she got healthy.

The Last Hurrah • With no signs of SUV and crossover lust slowing, sales for the humble sedan are in a death spiral. Too bad, because there are a few sporty models that still offer thrills behind the wheel, with room to spare for friends and groceries.

Upgrade Your Spring Style • We happily endorse the spring uniform of T-shirt, sneakers, and jeans—provided you pick the right ones. With that in mind, we’ve curated our favorite new spring staples, which will take that classic look to the next level.

Good Hair Day • Turns out, there’s an easy solution for all of the most common hair problems. You just need the perfect product.

ACCORDING TO Tony Hale • The star of Veep, now in its final season, discusses his go-to oyster joint, an up-and-coming Southern city, his fondness for malls, and more.

UNREALITY CHECK • In China, live streaming has become big business—offering hints into our web-centric future.

STAYING IN TUNE • Three veteran acts refuse to get stuck in a rut—and put out some of their best music yet.

Movies That Fit the Crime • In Netflix’s new crime flick Triple Frontier, starring Ben Affleck and Oscar Isaac, five veterans try to rob a South American drug lord. Watch it, then check out these other heist gems.

Best Games in Town • A trove of new sports books—about a team of Bronx ballers, some big-name stars, the Miracle Mets, and more—that can’t be beat.

On the Wild Side • After four decades of venturing to the world’s farthest reaches, Oregon writer Barry Lopez returns with a career-spanning book that finds hope amid environmental uncertainty.

Brie Larson • The Oscar-winning star of Captain Marvel talks about how exercise changed her life and the peculiar joys of mushroom...