Society
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Observation
Monocle's editor in chief Tyler Brûlé on his ideal summer afternoon: stimulating reading, restorative swims and inspiring start-up ideas. Plus, the matter of the various clothed animals in this issue.
Chivalry isn’t dead
The Sovereign Military Order of Malta, a 1,000-year-old institution that took part in the Crusades, now fights a different battle: defending its honour as a paragon of humanitarian aid.
Older and wiser
Japan has an ageing population, making nursing home Ebino Ryofuen a welcome presence. That said, many countries would benefit from a little more respect for their elders.
Home runs
From the hospitable feel of Madrid’s Conde Duque to Tel Aviv’s Neve Tzedek, we explore opportunities in three vibrant neighbourhoods we would gladly call home.
Sports Expo
Sport and socialising are best combined. Monocle tried out three activities that value a friendly chat, and the odd beer, as highly as working up a sweat.
Africa and Middle East
Cape Town makes District Six a number-one priority, plus five things Beirut gets right.
Public realm
Residents and visitors to South Tyrol’s Puster Valley are reaping the rewards of an inspired approach to public architecture, from sleek fire stations and light-filled libraries to smart-looking bus shelters.
Take the lead
Every city needs a leader, but some roles are harder to fill than others. Here are five figures who aren't afraid of diving into sewers, catching snakes or working through the night.
Observation
A missed flight, a Munich detour and a café terrace conjure the kind of image that lodges in memory — proof that unplanned moments often outshine the destination itself.
Here to help
From a farmer-friendly fruit-and-veg seller in Oslo to a modern concierge in Paris and a grocery store in Hong Kong, these ventures are creating careers, cohesion and community spirit in their cities.
