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James Chambers

Urbanism

The Opener

Tyler Brûlé ponders the absence of North American cities in this year’s Quality of Life Survey.

  • Issue #165
  • 9 min read
Kyle water tower with red roof against clear blue sky
Diplomacy

Better together

Amid rising global tensions, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is – quietly –becoming more influential than ever before.

  • Issue #163
  • 11 min read
Flags of Asean's 10 member states displayed in the secretariat's lobby with the organization's logo on the wall
Society

Business

A growing desire to “belong” is driving a private members’ club boom in cities around the world, including London.

  • Issue #163
  • 12 min read
Business
Retail

Purchasing power: Part 1

We celebrate the world of physical retail by visiting the pioneering boutiques, revitalised high streets and customer-facing vendors elevating the in-store experience.

  • Issue #162
  • 24 min read
Bright modern bookshop interior with low shelves and display tables.
Culture

The Opener

Stories that have piqued our interest, from spy balloons to rock’n’roll currency.

  • Issue #162
  • 8 min read
Commemorative coin featuring guitarist with AC/DC album design resembling vinyl record
Society

The Opener

Mexico’s panda conundrum and Jetstar’s mid-air reversal. Plus: Swedish director Ruben Östlund on his Oscar-nominated film, Triangle of Sadness.

  • Issue #161
  • 8 min read
Swedish film director Ruben Östlund peering through red curtains with chandelier visible in background

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