The Cult of the iPhone Mini: Why a Passionate Group of Users Refuses to Let Go of Small Screens
My phone has some existential problems. It is nearly out of storage, the battery lasts roughly half a day, and…
Ryan Reynolds Joins Monocle’s Tyler Brûlé at Livex Abu Dhabi to Explore the Anatomy of a Liveable City
This month, the Monocle editorial team touched down in the United Arab Emirates for the inaugural Livex Abu Dhabi—the region’s…
Stefan Sagmeister’s new shoe designs are actually walking infographics
This innovative intersection of graphic design, statistics, and fashion is showcased through two unique pairs of shoes designed by Sagmeister…
How Bang Rak is Evolving Into Bangkok’s Newest Creative Quarter
Bang Rak was once celebrated as the principal gateway to Thailand. Decades ago, international merchant vessels would anchor along the…
Stefan Sagmeister’s new shoe designs are actually walking infographics
This innovative intersection of design, data, and apparel is currently on display through April 2027 at the Paris gallery Gaîté…
Brazil Presidential Run-off: Lula da Silva Faces Fierce Challenge from Flávio Bolsonaro in High-Stakes Election
As Brazil prepares to hold its critical presidential run-off on Sunday, supporters of the left-wing incumbent, Luiz Inácio Lula da…
Behind the Scenes of the Metropolis: New Photography Exhibit Reveals the Hidden Lifeline of New York City’s Transit System
For millions of daily commuters, the New York City subway system serves as the undisputed bloodstream of the metropolis. Yet,…
Beirut’s Resilient Design Scene Rises from the Rubble, Turning History into Creative Inspiration
Lebanon’s capital is home to a design scene that has built itself back up from the rubble, viewing its history…
The Rise of the Guardian Cap: Why NFL Players Are Embracing the "Bobblehead" Look for Long-Term Health
If you have been tuning into NFL games this season, you have likely noticed a striking visual change among a…
Scars into Foundations: How Beirut’s Architecture and Design Scene Rebuilds from the Rubble
Beirut’s capital is home to a design scene that has built itself back up from the rubble, viewing its history…