Christopher Lord
The opener: Kyrgyzstan’s flag row, Australia’s seal problem and Italy’s generation strain
And six things you should keep your eyes peeled for in 2024.
Best in stores
Who has that special touch when it comes to service, atmosphere and products? We pick the winning stores and shopkeepers around the world.
Hive minds
The latest in business from beekeeping biologists and e-bike pioneers to Italian fashion designers and airlines, delivering first-class customer experiences.
Hold the phone
Meet the man making phone-free spaces happen – in concerts, schools and even courtrooms.
Four to adore
Our pick of graceful gadgets, from a foldable upgrade to a quiet revolution, a smarter timepiece and a sweeter ride.
Back to life
Mexico’s architecture and Marrakech’s hotspots offer travelers restorative hospitality.
Smooth operators
An electric sea-glider company is on the cusp of making the jump from prototype to reality.
The Opener
Monocle has a network of correspondents in cities around the world. Our brief dispatches include good news for pedestrians in Bangkok, a smart hotel in Tokyo and transformed spaces in Los Angeles.
Hit your stride
We hope that these diverse ideas might inspire you to be ambitious, be serious about having fun – and to get out there, put your best foot forward and go for it.
Monocle’s Quality of Life survey 2023: The world’s most liveable cities
This year’s survey of the best places to enjoy all that life offers finds a world grappling with new urban challenges.
