Culture
Smart curation keeps the outlook sunny at this year’s Frieze London and Masters art fairs
The opening of Frieze London is casting the world’s art market in a positive light – and catching the eye of eager buyers.
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The director of the National Museum of Korea wants the world to see the ‘true colour’ of Korean art and culture
With the global boom of K-pop and K-drama, more eyes are on South Korea than ever – something that NMK director Yoo Hong-jun is seeking to capitalise on.
What Willy Wonka and 14 other fictional characters can teach you about business
Forget the usual business books. If you really want to get ahead, take some advice from Cruella de Vil, Tom Ripley and other entrepreneurial characters from the world of fiction.
Village people: A gelato-maker’s mission to resuscitate a declining Cocconato
After discovering that his childhood village in Piedmont was dwindling, entrepreneur Alberto Marchetti embarked on a venture to revive the community, one shop at a time.
Can film-equipment company Arri stay a Hollywood legend in the streaming era? Thomas Riedel is betting on yes
The entrepreneur’s purchase of the German film-camera manufacturer was the fruition of a long-held dream. His goal? To modernise the storied business while honouring its cinematic legacy.
‘My perspective changes constantly’: Tucker Carlson on trust in media and the Iran war
Former Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson shares his fears for Western Europe amid the US-Iran war – and the limited power that he has to change it.
Zohran Mamdani’s opera scheme is a more highbrow policy than politicians’ typical cultural clout chasing
City Hall’s progressive accessibility initiative could help to diversify the Metropolitan Opera’s crowd and improve dwindling audience numbers.
Can a megacity with no history have culture? Shenzhen certainly thinks so
The Róng Museum of Art is one of the most anticipated additions to Shenzhen’s cultural landscape. Here founding director Pi Li speaks to Monocle about the city’s ambitions and arts allure.
The recent White House ban risks alienating traditional media
The White House’s decision to muffle the voices of certain news channels has shone a light on the importance of traditional media for the public – and the president.
Looking good and feeling great: Our October issue examines the rewards of a sharp appearance beyond mere aesthetics
Introducing this month’s Style Special, our editor in chief, Andrew Tuck, contemplates the impact of beauty in the things we create and surround ourselves with.
When the saints go marching in: Inside Lisbon’s night of sardines and spectacle
The Portuguese capital comes alive as it hosts an annual exuberant and colourful street party that combines a pagan past, divine inspiration and plenty of camp costumes. We join the festivities.
