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Pup stars

South Korea was infamous for its dogmeat dishes. Now well-heeled pooches check into their own hotels.

  • Issue #142
  • 3 min read
Small white dog in brown sweater sitting on elegant hotel bed with food tray
Society

Change for good

Big improvements can often come from small adjustments to our behaviour. So how can we ensure that we do things better? We asked 20 thinkers for their take.

  • Issue #141
  • 21 min read
Change for good
Society

The opener

An intercontinental array of bulletins bringing you up to speed on Israel’s pop charts, the changing face of suburbia and underwear to massage your bottom.

  • Issue #141
  • 8 min read
The opener
Society

Live together

We recommend reverting back to a housing model devised by Jews at the turn of the 20th century.

  • Issue #140
  • 5 min read
Live together
Architecture

Super soaker

What the revival of Tokyo's 'sento' shows is that some old ideas are worth considering anew. This fresh generation of baths is proving relevant to a new audience seeking community spaces.

  • Issue #140
  • 5 min read
Men relaxing in traditional Japanese sento bathhouse with tiled walls and hot spring water
Affairs

Do your bit

Over the past year many people have given more generously of their time – and have discovered just how rewarding that experience can be. This is how you can join the pack.

  • Issue #140
  • 3 min read
Do  your bit
Transport

Age gracefully

The emotional bond we form with a vintage vehicle just can’t be replicated with a modern marque, says our doting driver.

  • Issue #140
  • 3 min read
Age gracefully
Affairs

Animal instinct

The poorest often rely on pets as much as pets rely on their owners. Berlin’s only roving vet cares for both.

  • Issue #140
  • 3 min read
Animal instinct
Culture

Hardest hurdle

Being decisive can make the difference between an imperfect but eminently acceptable outcome and disaster.

  • Issue #140
  • 4 min read
Woman in blue dress with confused expression surrounded by question marks
Affairs

Bubble trouble

Getting out of your comfort zone and genuinely listening to opposing viewpoints is not easy. But it is worth the intellectual effort.

  • Issue #140
  • 4 min read
Bubble trouble

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