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There’s a meme going around. It features US secretary of state Marco Rubio facing an improbable future as the president of Venezuela, the leader of Cuba and the shah of Iran – all at…
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Tread carefully: Why tyre trouble in the French countryside doesn’t mean the wheels have to come off
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Plan a year of insights and entertainment with Monocle’s 2026 cultural calendar
Pick up a fresh new diary and fill the forthcoming 12 months with art, books, design, fashion and more from our rundown of the events not to be missed in the year ahead.
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From Hermès windows to boutique hotels: Joana Astolfi’s journey designing distinctive Portuguese spaces
Lisbon artist–designer Joana Astolfi brings colour, craft and playful detail to Portugal’s most inspiring spaces. Her latest project, Casa Amarela, is a sunny Alentejo guesthouse shaped by her multidisciplinary studio’s imaginative vision.
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Ski in style: 20 pieces to keep you chic and warm on the slopes
Staying toasty needn’t mean giving up on style. Here are our pick of items that will help you look your best while navigating the slopes – or enjoying a well-deserved cocktail at après-ski.
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