Louis Harnett O’Meara
Recommended reading: 50 books that will stay with you
We explore the volumes that have touched the lives of friends of Monocle, drawn from the worlds of design, culture, food and more.
The diplomacy agenda: A Q&A with Lithuania’s prime minister Ingrida Simonyte
Plus: Italy’s charm offensive in Africa and the pitfalls of a long-standing US democratic scheme
Affairs
The stories you should be paying attention to – and the ones you might have missed.
25 things to make you happy
From sun-soaked Mexican neighbourhoods to Athenian hat-makers and uninhibited dancing, our curated selection offers practical wisdom for cultivating joy in everyday moments.
The Monocle Design Awards 2022
From the smartest greenhouses to the prettiest glassware, the Monocle Design Awards celebrate the most pleasing projects that bring our homes and cities to life.
Cloud and proud
Goodyear has been reinstating its ties with ZLT Zeppelin. Will it give our airborne correspondent a lift?
Making a mark
Five designers and creative directors tell us what makes an effective logo and flag up their all-time favourites.
Collective thought
The neurosurgical oncology team at the University Hospital of Bern have their patients’ brains on their minds. Here’s how they operate.
Business
Nori Ko scaled back his Tokyo juice empire to reconnect with farmers and create a circular business model using domestic produce and compost from leftovers.
Politics Briefing
Latin America’s “Pink Tide”, Canada’s only woman premier and human rights in Poland.
