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‘Expresso’ editor in chief João Vieira Pereira on how the Portuguese weekly remains a trusted democratic source in today’s polarised times
In this month’s Editor’s Chair, Pereira tells Monocle how the newspaper has solidified its identity in the digital age and why he still retains faith in the future of independent journalism.
Brilliant music, books, art and TV to have on your radar in May
This month’s most exciting cultural happenings include a Beninese musician’s pop-star-packed album, an exhibition examining the work of Icelandic star Björk and a film told from the perspective of a plucky hen.
‘I love the immediacy of taking a picture’: Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos turns to photography in debut exhibition
With his first major European photography exhibition on display, film director Yorgos Lanthimos discusses his dark optimism, artistic freedom and how getting behind a different type of lens has granted him a new perspective.
How African art is taking over the Venice Biennale – and the world
For decades, African art occupied the international margins. But several fairs and exhibitions, including the Venice Biennale, are bringing the continent’s creative heritage to the centre.
A Canto-pop revival is putting Hong Kong’s local music scene back in play
Canto-pop is booming and a fresh generation of stars is on the rise. As a new wave of homegrown music finds its groove, are we entering another golden age?
Fuorisalone proves that fashion is no mere accessory to Milan Design Week
As the presence of major luxury fashion houses at Milan Design Week continues to grow, their contribution has been subtly evolving into an integral part of the industry beyond the fair grounds.
London’s new V&A East Museum remixes the museum format
With a collection organised thematically, the museum presents issues of identity, wellbeing, social justice and environmental action through the lens of art.
The tote-bag economy is taking over retail
In Paris and beyond, retailers’ branded bags have become must-have items. Once an afterthought, they now risk eclipsing the wares that their purveyors are principally known for.
TMZ goes to Washington: Can the Hill survive the Hollywood treatment?
As politics and pop culture continue to converge, tabloid outlet TMZ has opened a Washington bureau. Will its merciless lens garner greater transparency or does it merely mark a new low?
