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Business

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.

  • The Forecast #12
  • 7 min read
Observador staff members meet at a conference table in a bright, modern office with blue chairs and magazine covers on the wall.
Culture

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.

  • Issue #145
  • 8 min read
Heart of the matter
Society

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.

  • Issue #141
  • 21 min read
Change for good
Politics

Holding sway

Can local media sway undecided voters? We ask journalists how their coverage impacts key election outcomes.

  • Issue #138
  • 19 min read
Holding sway
Food & Drink

Hunger pangs

Five Monocle writers reveal the dining spot to which they’re most relishing a return to once restrictions are finally lifted.

  • Issue #134
  • 8 min read
Hunger pangs
Culture

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.

  • The Forecast #10
  • 8 min read
Let’s make it  a good one
Business

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.

  • The Forecast #10
  • 12 min read
Television agent Janet Carol Norton stands in her Century City office wearing a patterned purple sweater and black skirt.
Affairs

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.

  • The Forecast #10
  • 1 min read
Thought leaders
Design

On the move

We visit the Japanese diasporas that are leaving a distinct mark on the world stage.

  • Issue #129
  • 7 min read
Four Japanese people in winter clothing standing outside the Arabia factory building in Helsinki
Retail

Twelve stops for Christmas

Pondering where to pick up gifts this year? Let our editors guide you with their pick of the best shops, emporiums and design stores on the most inviting shopping streets around the globe.

  • Issue #129
  • 27 min read
A cosy homeware shop interior with light wood shelving displaying ceramics, with a colourful sofa and cushions at the centre.

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