Culture
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Motor mouths
As the music industry evolves with digitalisation, one radio station stands out. Monocle meets Germany’s pioneering Motor FM, which provides an outlet for underground music in a precarious media landscape.
Gloss leader
This is one of the first literary cafés in Porto. Over 100 years old, Lello is still breaking new ground with its decorative Brazilian wood-carved interior and steady stream of tourists.
Observation
Broadcasters and publishers should note: offering a broader worldview can shake up tired business models and give the market something new, reflecting the direction other sectors are heading in. It's what audiences deserve.
Studio twenty-four
Al Jazeera English is the first 24-hour English-language news channel from the Middle East. Based in Doha with global hubs, it launched in 2006 and now reaches an audience of 80 million.
Asia
Chinese artist Yue Minjun commands millions for his paintings overseas but is dogged by cheap copies at home. We explore the effects of China's growing counterfeit trade on the country's own creative talents.
Arty food
Poul Erik Tøjner, director of the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, moved into his predecessor's beachfront office. He invites us to lunch to enjoy a classic yet modern take on Danish smørrebrød.
Europe
Is wealthy Norwegian Christian Ringnes imposing bad taste on Oslo? His plan for a €30m sculpture park of women is causing controversy, though most politicians seem pleased with the gift to the city.
Mountain high
Music festivals are big business in Japan, but the one that started the boom is still the best: Fuji Rock. We head to the countryside to meet the world’s best-behaved music freaks.
Culture
Offbeat literary recommendations; Monocle music for September; rocking' in Iran and T-shirt devotees get their own glossy title.
Make some noise
In 2000 Hector Mijangos founded a clothing range for DJs, which led to his branded parties and Noiselab Records. By signing local and international bands, his label has changed Mexico’s music scene.
