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Boon town
The first multi-brand fashion store in Seoul, Boon The Shop is the guiding light for a generation of affluent, trend-conscious Koreans. Monocle examines its success as it celebrates its first decade.
Office hottie
This ethical investment firm in Geneva based its office design on grand old banks. The dark decor draws the eye to lake views, providing a welcoming space to earn your daily keep.
Business
Why computers are not happy in Taiwan, and Japan's biggest technology firms join up to create a nuclear power mega-corp.
Spin city
Millions of Chinese flock to Macau's casinos, now the world's gambling Mecca. But will authorities nurture its fledgling creative and tourism industries, or remain dependent on the endless tables at the casinos?
Observation
Our global network of shops are better forums for debate than any social network. The great response to our new newspaper edition is a case in point, says Tyler Brûlé.
Your new local
In this benchmark report, Monocle puts the UK’s latest convenience store concept through its paces. Can Waitrose’s new offering live up to the high standards of Japan’s kings of convenience?
Portal combat
Warfare in the 21st century is often fought on computer screens. Monocle travels to Estonia to meet the web wizards preventing hackers and ‘cyber-jihadis’ from attacking Nato member states online.
Heir Ways
A thriving family-run airline, Kenmore Air has flown to the islands of the Pacific Northwest since it was founded in 1946.
Camogli
On the Ligurian coast, the fishing town of Camogli is attracting writers, artists and intellectuals. A traditional escape about 20km from Genoa, it’s set against a backdrop of olive-groved mountains.
The leader
The UK’s reputation has lost its lustre. Time for Lady Britannia to brush herself down, get out there and show off her assets – but what exactly are they?
