Culture
Why Italy’s beaches became a battleground this summer
Italian beachgoers are experiencing spiralling fees and shrinking free sand. As debate rages, the question is whether the coastline is for the people – or for profit?
Latest in Monocle Radio
Latest
Do concert films still matter in the age of scrolling? ‘Cornucopia’ makes a dazzling case for them
In an era of viral snippets and shaky fan footage, the concert film might seem like a relic. But Björk’s new picture is a sparkly reminder of how potent long-form performance can be.
Opinion
Streaming services are sacrificing quality for convenience. It’s time to get physical
3 min read
Opinion
In a world of instant gratification, it’s a joy to buy tickets 11 years in advance
2 min read
Editor’s letter: Andrew Tuck on what goes in to making Monocle
As we hand out our annual Design Awards to teams of creatives across the globe, our editor in chief reflects on his own team and the work of bringing our ideas to the newsstand.
How broadcaster Najwa Shihab became one of Indonesia’s most important voices
Najwa Shihab left television to pursue journalism. Now her news platform, Narasi, secures exclusives with everyone from world leaders to CEOs – and forces change in government.
Beirut’s art scene is undergoing a revival. Here are 3 cultural institutions you should seek out
In the midst of chaos and war, Lebanon’s artistic institutions refused to surrender their visions. Now it could be their time to thrive.
Comic relief: The artisans keeping the art of manga-making alive
Digital printing has stripped the craft from Japanese manga. Meet the typesetters staging a print revolution.
Hot tickets: The best of this month’s cultural releases
On our round-up is everything from a steamy Brazilian thriller and an art installation’s debut in Iceland to a small-screen exploration of humans and machines.
