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Like a surgeon
With wild sturgeon disappearing, sustainable caviar farms like Germany’s Desietra are taking over. They can now produce even the much sought-after Beluga caviar, winning over the fussiest of chefs.
Business
Why the Russians just Yandex it, how a row is brewing in Australia over books and the new approach to wealth management for Saudi businesswomen
Still evolving
As capital of the vast Australian Northern Territory, Darwin has emerged as a dynamic port town. This gateway to Asia is excited about its future, be it in property, pearls or crocodiles.
We’re all ears
Sennheiser’s obsessives have spent decades perfecting headphone and microphone technology to produce the most authentic sound. This nerdish persistence has paid off, as the loyalty of its customer base proves.
Americas
Colombian president Álvaro Uribe’s motorcade. Plus, the US launches its first national tourism organisation, Uruguay gears up for elections and São Paulo’s drivers get a respite from traffic jams.
South Loop
Lake views, affordable loft apartments and fantastic brunch mean nowhere currently offers more opportunity in the land of opportunity than the south side of Obama’s town.
Lakeland revival
Bujumbura has the substance to become an African success story. The country’s upcoming elections are a chance to create lasting peace after 15 years of civil war, but corruption could derail the dream.
Q&A: Adrian van Hooydonk
In the run-up to the Frankfurt Motor Show, Monocle editor-in-chief Tyler Brûlé talks to Adrian van Hooydonk, head of design at BMW, about designing cars to suit the times, consumer expectations and the relationship…
Ask the boss
What makes a city great for business? Is it parks and clean air or wi-fi and low corporate taxes? Monocle asks five corporate leaders where they enjoy setting up shop.
Full-speed ahead
President Obama is allocating $8bn for high-speed rail, but much of the expertise will have to come from Europe. Monocle joins US transport secretary Ray LaHood on a tour of the continent's train networks.
