Robert Bound
French connection
The much-hyped Louvre Abu Dhabi is finally open. Is it an oasis of culture in a desert of extremism, a building that embodies global understanding or a theme park of airbrushed internationalism?
Teaching the world to sing
Meet the musical maestros making waves: an Italian superstar in the making, an ethereal R&B singer in Los Angeles and a springy dance-pop diva via the UK and Japan.
Pure and simple
We talk to Sumie about her subtle second album, a quiet triumph of wistful restraint.
Hume with a view
Turner Prize-nominated artist Gary Hume – lauded by the art world and a wider audience alike – is known for his vibrant high-gloss creations.
John Hegarty
One of advertising’s best-known faces, John Hegarty has made celebrated work for Audi, Levi’s and Johnnie Walker. Over supper at his French vineyard, he talks grapes and great ideas.
The list: dog’s life
It’s the little things that make all the difference to your pooch so show them you care with our selection of goodies.
The opener
In our global news round-up we find a remedy for stiff bottoms at the Bayreuth Festival, dance to Egyptian pop in the Mediterranean and make a case for taxi drivers donning national dress.
Editor’s letter
Our editor in chief asks: as well as writing about those people who are doing things differently, should we be trying to live by our quality-of-life mantra too?
