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Yes they can
California has approved its first high-speed rail network. If the US wants to get back to work, investing in its transport infrastructure is key – and reforming airport security wouldn’t go amiss.
Observation
As we enter the New Year, there's a new president in the Oval Office and developments at Monocle HQ. Our editor-in-chief, Tyler Brûlé, is feeling optimistic about 2009 and beyond.
Infamous five
For every thoughtful politician or innovative firm, there are others who charge ahead regardless. We give you the five groups who need to cease existing, and now.
20 new heroes
Monocle shortlists 20 individuals from politics, business, music and design to watch in 2009. By overcoming odds and thinking creatively, they have already helped make the world a better place.
2009 forecast
The Copenhagen Climate Conference, upcoming elections in rogue states and expert opinion on a new presidency in South Africa.
Here’s to the future
We are entering a new era with a new president and an economy in flux. Here five leading thinkers, including Alain de Botton, look at how the world will change in 2009.
Writing history
After Barack Obama's historic 2008 victory, Monocle asked foreign correspondents in the US what the election means for their country and their views on the new president elect.
To russia with love
Following the Georgian war, the breakaway territory of Abkhazia has been recognised by Russia. Now, despite limited credibility, it wants the trappings of statehood, from embassies to a state airline.
Track race
Spain aims to have the world’s largest high-speed network within two years. Monocle meets its chief, then visits Berlin’s rail trade fair, where Russia's market is creating a buzz.
