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Life’s a pitch
As one of Mexico’s leading advertising directors, Raúl Cardós took a leap into the unknown when he decided to strike out on his own. Luckily his efforts have paid dividends.
Folio society
When magazine editor Aaron Hicklin opened a bookshop in upstate New York, he moved beyond the usual roster of titles. His guest-edited book lists have driven sales and put One Grand on the map.
Perfect on paper
Now a beacon for the city-state’s art scene, STPI is finally becoming as popular with Singaporeans as it is with international artists.
Lashings of schlager
What is ‘schlager’? Our Culture editor, smelling faintly of beer and with party music still ringing in his ears, has emerged from Dortmund’s Grosse Westfalenhalle with the answer. Boom!
Healthy trade
Bulent Eczacibasi, head of the Turkish industrial group, has been creative to maintain success. In London for the Design Biennial, he explains why arts patronage is key to good business.
Distant concerns
In Canada’s far-flung communities the established media can seem distant, out of touch and even irrelevant. We take a look at some of the independent media outlets covering the country’s more isolated corners.
Good genes
The assumption that North American superstars are all American is misplaced. The High North is a talent factory, and here are 10 unique talents who could only have come from one place: Canada.
Starting a new term
Advertising guru David Rosenberg, who helped Justin Trudeau get elected, and journalist Rosemary Barton, who had a front-row seat, discuss Canada’s new political era and the notion of 'Brand Canada'.
