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Jim Muir
The veteran BBC correspondent reflects on five decades covering the Middle East, from his first winter drive to war-torn Beirut to discovering the culinary treasures that shaped his palate.
Call of the weird
As this unusual summer turns to autumn it seems the most striking cultural offerings around reflect the times. From a spooky take on the civil rights-era to alien hunters, dystopian societies and Japanese electropop.
Word up
There’s a newfound appetite for reliable news and positive storytelling. We meet the people aiming to feed it.
Interviews: Calling the tune
This summer, our Monocle 24 radio station is broadcasting interviews with key thought leaders from across the globe. Here we revisit 10 of the most insightful conversations so far.
Bosphorous blues
A decade ago Istanbul was seen as an open, liberal city where culture still came together with ease. But now people are facing tougher times.
Park life
Fareed Zakaria is a CNN host, columnist for 'The Washington Post' and bestselling author. There's one place in New York where he can always go to collect his thoughts: Riverside Park.
The opener
Whether your preferred method of travel is a leisurely paddle around Hong Kong, strapping on in-line skates in Canada or a stylish bike ride in Milan, there's plenty to inspire.
Steely resolve
A once-overlooked industrial city, Linz has become a hub for art and architecture.
Summer, sickness and the search for a way forward
Our editor in chief makes the case for a clearly signposted return to longed-for summer joys.
Be our guest
We drop in on a wine journalist in Porto, an architect in Berlin and two designers in Toronto, and – between bites – discuss the delights of hosting at home.
