Megan Gibson
Diplomacy Briefing
We talk to Taiwan’s man in London about diplomatic tussles with China, the Swiss build their second-largest embassy and Russia’s backfire in the Baltics.
Executive revision
As Poland's national government lurches rightward, Warsaw's centrist mayor Rafal Trzaskowski is building a more tolerant, cleaner and open capital — one coal furnace and LGBT charter at a time.
50 steps to improving your city
Elevating the urban environment needn’t call for grand blueprints from city planners, nor sweeping regeneration. Small projects and individual details can make a difference. Here are a few starters from our editors.
How to be a good citizen
Authorities set the tone but it’s residents that define the places they live in. So what can we do to improve the urban realm?
Asia/Pacific
Hong Kong’s anticipated sports park, Utsunomiya LRT is on track, and boosting business in Perth.
Europe
Food markets in Turin, green (and sleek) transit infrastructure in Tilburg and Oslo’s public art biennial.
Politics
Kazakhstan’s retiring president, Denmark’s Green party leader and Nordic nations feeling postal pressure.
Diplomacy
Bulgaria’s digital goodwill ambassador, Finland’s happy holiday and a Brazilian change of heart.
Best foot forward
This year our Big Interview Series taps into the experience of the men and women guiding the travel industry to new horizons.
Be our guest
We unpack the secrets of the perfect stay, including a Cape Town gem, a surf-tossed Portuguese retreat and a hotel from a famous Japanese brand. First we get a warm welcome in LA.
