Carlota Rebelo
Urbanism and design: Global
From Turin’s sky-high new development to a Tokyo architecture exhibition.
Affairs: Global
How Abba’s humility has contributed to its soft-power success. Plus: trouble in Nicaragua.
Spread the word
Starting out as an online-only news source challenging the legacy media brands, ‘Observador’ soon grew to include a radio station, podcasts, branded publications and a smart printed periodical. Sign us up.
Heart of the matter
With Portugal’s role in global affairs growing, big media players have stepped up, while smaller publications focus on local matters. The result? Possibly the world’s most well-informed city.
Change for good
Big improvements can often come from small adjustments to our behaviour. So how can we ensure that we do things better? We asked 20 thinkers for their take.
Holding sway
Can local media sway undecided voters? We ask journalists how their coverage impacts key election outcomes.
Hunger pangs
Five Monocle writers reveal the dining spot to which they’re most relishing a return to once restrictions are finally lifted.
Let’s make it a good one
It's a new year and time for a list. Ours is a rundown of things set to make life better in 2020, from clever new businesses to cultural openings. Here's to a hopeful year.
Talk to my agent
In an age of self-promotion, talent agents still hold immense value. We speak to four industry insiders from theatre, TV, photography and music about how their role has changed and what’s on the horizon.
Thought leaders
We explore the 2020 agenda for three globally focused think-tanks: from tackling alternative facts in the US to pushing the bigger picture in India – plus the future of Europe.
