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Europe
The view from Lisbon, a look ahead at the UK's party conference season and Paris's public public transport push.
Asia
France steps in to save Japan's oyster industry and China wonders if its one-chile policy is still a good idea.
Don’t judge
Having issued an arrest warrant for Colonel Gaddafi, will the International Criminal Court ever bring the Libyan leader to justice? Here, prosecutor Luis Moreno-Ocampo responds to critics who say the ICC is ineffectual.
Class of 2011
Meet renowned chef Gastón Acurio, who opened a cooking school to ensure Peru's economic boom benefits the neediest. He’s also number one in our education Top 20.
Observation
In the year since Monocle moved in to Midori House the neighbourhood, like so many others, has seen some subtle but significant changes. Our editor-in-chief Tyler Brûlé goes in search of a decent coffee.
From language revival to land rights: the Sámi’s fight for influence in the Nordic north
Finland’s new Sami parliament building is a proud symbol for the indigenous people of Europe’s north, marking a century-long journey from a struggling culture to a thriving and resilient community.
George Town
Entrepreneurs seeking a renovation project will find dilapidated charm and shop-houses in George Town. Part of the Malaysian city, a Unesco world heritage site, is now welcoming independent businesses.
Soap opera
Ach. Brito soaps are instantly recognisable by their vintage-inspired packaging and Claus Porto label. This family-run company dates back to 1887 but still continues to innovate and appeal to new markets.
Supreme court
Monocle takes a lesson in volleys and countershots at a clubhouse in Pall Mall, London. In our kit bag is some smart sportswear and a slick change of clothes for after the big match.
Design/Architecture
New packaging, new buildings, books,and bikes, plus our design editor stays up all night to find out whether the 24-hour city was ever a good idea.
