The Canary Islands are celebrated for their volcanic landscapes, lush forests, and dramatic Atlantic coastline—not for bullfighting. Unlike much of mainland Spain, the tradition never gained deep roots in the archipelago. That makes
While not very well known in western culture, Admiral Yi Sun-Shin is a major figure in Korean and Asian history.Admiral Yi’s accomplishments on the battlefield, as a leader and a naval tactician, stymied
Urbanism July 24, 2026 4 Min Read Countries with ageing populations are busily searching for ways to help their people age gracefully. Singapore has a plan in place that’s proceeding in leaps and
The medieval practice of strip forming is similar to the “strip cropping” practices carried out in some midwestern states of the USA, except that the origins come from a need to equitably divide
Built in 1863 by a small group of German-speaking Jewish families, this Romanesque Revival structure has served many roles over the decades, including a sanctuary, a dentist’s office, and a campaign headquarters. When
Hubert Lee is Samsung’s executive vice-president and head of the mobile experience design team, which means that he works on the South Korean giant’s smartphones, tablets, smartwatches and more. This includes the much-anticipated
Copenhagen consistently ranks highly on Monocle’s annual Quality of Life survey. The listing appears in our out-now July/August issue, in which the Danish capital comes in second place. Key to its success as a liveable
The fuel tank mural at Palmer Station is one of the most recognizable landmarks at this remote Antarctic research base. Painted on the station’s large fuel tank, the mural features a leaping orca
Set on one of the best streets in Washington, DC, this neighborhood gem has the perfect mix of an impressive film selection and delicious cocktails. Affordable tickets to see a big variety of
Affairs July 22, 2026 5 Min Read The once glamorous Russian Riviera is looking worse for wear. But as the country contends with a faltering economy and drone attacks in its war with