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In the hot seat

21 September 2023

Three very different fashion and lifestyle firms are finding that the physical world still matters, whether it’s the materials used for bedding, a shop that fosters community or the potential of lab-grown diamonds. We…

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Defence

21 September 2023

The US Navy’s new therapy dog, the benefits of claiming neutrality and the Indian diplomat with Hollywood appeal.

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Sisters in arms

21 September 2023

Stateless Kurds have endured centuries of persecution across the Middle East. Now, Iran’s strict application of sharia law is driving Kurdish women to fight for their freedom.

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The list

19 September 2023

A few pointers from Monocle’s editorial director Tyler Brûlé for October 2021.

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The Briefing - Friday 1 September

1 September 2023

We present a special episode of ‘The Briefing’ live from Monocle’s Quality of Life Conference in Munich, looking at how governments and businesses can be better prepared for geopolitical risks. Also in the programme: a…

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Say it with flowers

17 August 2023

The Japanese garden kickstarting global peace talks, working from home in Barbados and why Russia’s isolation on the world stage is a conscious choice.

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Witness the fitness

17 August 2023

From specialist cycling gear and sustainably made backpacks to running shoes that will put a spring in your step, these hardworking pieces will help you get up and go.

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The Globalist - Tuesday 4 July

4 July 2023

We give you the latest on Israel’s major military operation in the West Bank. Plus: the Hong Kong police’s bounties for self-exiled activists, the inauguration of Thailand’s new government and the soft power of military…

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Viennese vision

16 June 2023

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Fair assessment

25 May 2023

Following the latest successful edition of the planet’s premier furniture fair, we sit around the table to select the 15 designers, firms and pieces that caught our eye at Salone del Mobile.

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Sharpen up

25 May 2023

By listening to its customers, pencil-maker Viarco has secured global fans and healthy profits.

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The Briefing - Thursday 11 May

11 May 2023

Is Italy about to exit China’s Belt and Road Initiative? We discuss whether Rome can withdraw while remaining friendly with Beijing. Also in the programme: Saudi Arabia’s plans for a soft-power push with an international…

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Design Awards: Part 2

27 April 2023

From a lush desert park and a kitchen showroom to a film camera and a Swiss army knife, our 50 design-world classics for 2023.

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Choice cuts

27 April 2023

Our inventory of cultural unmissables includes a tense paella western, an original Ukrainian crime drama and a collection of top-grade South African sonics.

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Fine print

27 April 2023

An esteemed weekly newspaper in France is staking its future on pluralism and literary ambition.

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Culture

27 April 2023

Why Parisians want a taste of Sweden, a radio station building a global neighbourhood and a spin around Rome’s brand-new vinyl shop.