Society
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Africa/Middle East
Walid Ataya left Lebanon for a lucrative job in Dubai but returned a year later. After housing and school fees, the lawyer had less disposable income than he had in Beirut.
The big thaw
Monocle travels to Greenland, where melting ice threatens Inuit life but also reveals a wealth of resources. The big thaw has begun, and with it, a scramble for oil and power.
Young rebels
Thirteen years after declaring independence from Georgia, the unrecognised state of Abkhazia and its de facto government are determined to put the region on the map, despite having only Russia as an ally.
10. Madrid
Red tape and poor infrastructure are counterbalanced by cultural vibrancy and a 24-hour lifestyle.
4. Tokyo
Integrated transport, breathtaking technology, great service and the best bars make this our top big city.
8. Stockholm
An eye for detail, good street style and strong public services make this a pleasant place to build a nest.
