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Culture
Syrian cassette archives, an art-valuation app and an independent paper making the news in Kyiv.
The Agenda
The stories you should be paying attention to – and the ones you might have missed.
Prepared for anything
The world has pivoted in ways that are hard to fathom and made the notion of being prepared more important than ever. How can we regroup, find new directions and remain ambitious?
Before the shooting stars
As Russian troops gather on its eastern border, war dominates the conversation in Ukraine. In its bustling capital, Kyiv, a novelist and reservist explores the uncertainty and escapism of a life lived in suspense.
Joke alarm
After 150 issues, Monocle reflects on humour's vital role in journalism and why wit shouldn't be feared in today's workplace culture.
Defence
Britain signs naval partnership with Ukraine aboard HMS Defender, promising frigate upgrades and new Black Sea bases to counter Russian maritime harassment of commercial shipping.
Empire strikes back
Georg von Habsburg, son of the last crown prince of Austria-Hungary, still identifies as a Central European. And he believes that his family’s legacy is vital to the region.
Observation: Front vine
When Russia annexed Crimea, Ukraine lost its wine-making region. Now its vintners are clinking glasses with the west.
