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Ahead of the game
The sports writer has a tough job. Crafting a story that’s more than mere results reporting takes toil – especially when sports players are often famously ineloquent. And then there are the deadlines.
Two’s company
Husband-and-wife team Martine and Prosper Assouline have built their luxury publishing house by doing what feels natural. From a Paris apartment, Assouline is now a US-based market leader.
Media
Health-related magazines in Japan, Assouline's new concept store and a Q&A with The Art Journal's editor.
Written diagnosis
‘The Lancet’ has existed for 189 years and is an institution in publishing. Monocle meets the staff of the British medical weekly that is authoritative and occasionally controversial.
What’s up doc
Real-life medical shows aren’t just for light entertainment. In Spain, people turn on the TV for health advice, and in Egypt, women tune in to learn about sex. Monocle meets the TV doctors.
Observation
As Monocle warms up for a health and better living issue, our editor in chief Tyler Brûlé reflects on which Lusophone nations are running ahead of the pack.
Observation
As pages for the new issue fill the wall and plans are made for the Country Fayre and the next Monocle Café, Midori House gets ready for summer, despite arguments over city rankings.
Telly Cities
Nothing compares to a popular TV series for putting a city on the map. From boosting tourism to building global recognition, Monocle looks at television as an invaluable soft-power tool for urban centres.
Glued to the screen
With evolving news, new lifestyle shows and popular soaps, Portuguese-language television from Brazil is taking the world by storm. It’s impossible to take your eyes off the screen. Do not adjust your set.
Observation
Alongside London’s world sporting showcase and its potential for growth, our editor in chief Tyler Brûlé considers Monocle’s very own expansion plans for this summer.
