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Affairs

Ensemble cast

Young leaders from Chile to New Zealand are redefining political style, trading traditional suits for hipster beards, band tees and carefully curated looks that connect with younger voters.

  • Issue #151
  • 5 min read
Ensemble cast
Affairs

Affairs

Making sense of South Korea’s presidential election and Cuba’s best export.

  • Issue #151
  • 8 min read
M1A2 Abrams tank in desert camouflage illustrated in profile view
Culture

The Opener

Cats on leads, presidents without planes and Lou Bega performing for the forces. Plus: Jimmy O Yang on Hollywood and stand-up.

  • Issue #150
  • 9 min read
Red figure with microphone performing on stage above rows of green uniformed soldiers with rifles in formation
Culture

Beyond a joke

In an era where comedy walks a tightrope between relevance and risk, satirists worldwide navigate the delicate balance of wielding humour as political weapon while avoiding cancellation or worse.

  • Issue #150
  • 42 min read
Beyond a joke
Affairs

Should Emmanuel Macron stay or go?

As France's president seeks re-election, two distinguished voices weigh his turbulent first term against pandemic pressures, economic stagnation and the looming threat of far-right challengers.

  • Issue #150
  • 13 min read
Classical temple building with columns partially submerged in water with French flag colors on the roof
Politics

Before the shooting stars

As Russian troops gather on its eastern border, war dominates the conversation in Ukraine. In its bustling capital, Kyiv, a novelist and reservist explores the uncertainty and escapism of a life lived in suspense.

  • Issue #150
  • 17 min read
Monument of Prince Volodymyr the Great overlooking Kyiv's modern skyline at dusk with river and bridge visible
Affairs

Affairs

Updates on international issues, Mr Bean and the futility of sportswashing.

  • Issue #150
  • 9 min read
Affairs
Society

Should museums heed calls for restitution?

Do the Elgin Marbles belong in the British Museum, where they have been safely housed for more than 200 years – or are they stolen goods? Monocle's expert panel discusses art repatriation.

  • Issue #149
  • 12 min read
Portrait of Alex von Tunzelmann during the panel discussion

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