Society
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Oceania
Lawn bowls undergoes a youth revolution in Australia, and New Zealand finally dumps a confusing traffic law.
Isolated case
Having fought its neighbours, Eritrea has few friends. Offers of help from the West are turned away as the president believes aid does more harm than good, but people starve and flee abroad.
Mar Mikhael
Boutiques, architectural practices, and bars have set up in the Mar Mikhael neighbourhood. But for residents, old and new, the charm of this authentic Armenian area lies in its strong sense of community.
Wicked way
From accountant to adult film scriptwriter, Joy King tells Monocle about her love for conjuring up steamy scenes and her efforts to boost the image of her business, Wicked Pictures.
Asia
How the citizens of Phnom Penh can expect to stay dry next monsoon, plus India's plans to put people in space and Indonesia's ambitions to become a green-transport pioneer.
New road ahead
Following its 2008 economic collapse, Iceland’s talented community is returning to old values. Led by a new prime minister, it’s turning nostalgia into new opportunities, creativity and business ventures.
What a relief
When it comes to disasters, the first few hours are crucial. The better the kit, the greater the chance of saving lives. But is it time for a permanent rapid reaction force?
Ready for this?
Israel’s history of violence has given its hospitals unique expertise in handling major bloodshed. Now, Haifa’s Rambam Medical Center offers medics from around the world pioneering training in mass casualty situations.
