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The vision thing
From a state-of-the-art concert hall to an international court and the murkiest waters of diplomacy, we meet the leaders who trust their instincts in tricky times.
Business
A new emporium for Japanese crafts in Singapore, a Czech glassware company gets a brand revamp and which countries spend the most on Christmas.
Editor’s letter
After considering many great places for a new bureau, Monocle's editor in chief reveals the tough decision process and the city that ultimately proved to be the perfect fit for the magazine's expansion.
The greatest show on earth
Curzon CEO Philip Knatchbull has been key to modernising arthouse film distribution. But he hasn’t forgotten the magic of the big screen, delivering gracefully designed cinemas that celebrate the shared experience of film.
Travel Top 50
A guide to aviation's high-fliers, rail carriages with class, masterful hoteliers and service stars the world over
Rolling in the aisles
For the world’s biggest trolley-maker, online retail isn’t a problem – it’s a challenge. Meet Wanzl, a company that knows what direction it’s heading in.
’Tis the season
Once a twinkle in Hong Kong’s eye, its festive obsession has grown into an all-out spectacle.
Knitty gritty
For John Sterner founder Alexander Stutterheim, provenance is a priority. So much so that before launching his knitwear collection, he bought his own sheep farm on the Swedish island of Öland.
Jordan’s creative scene
There's a budding entrepreneurial scene in Amman, Jordan's charming capital. We profile the young people who are making things happen, whether it's by starting design studios, cafés, galleries or small businesses.
Drama queen
The director-general of Denmark’s public broadcaster on making an impact at home and abroad with hard news and show-stopping drama – and how she stays grounded.
