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Keir Starmer’s critics are right but it doesn’t mean they should take charge
UK prime minister Keir Starmer is under siege. But despite the Labour Party losing big in recent local elections, its milquetoast leader is still better than the alternatives.
Defence
Why conflict is good for business in Ukraine, China looks back and we meet the UK’s defence attaché to Lithuania.
Band together
The Household's Division's musical ensembles are headed by one very hospitable man.
Time to open wide
The Olympics were a soft-power triumph for the UK but what comes next? We explore how Britain can harness that post-games optimism and meet the people who can help the country do just that.
Military parade
Part of the British Army for nearly 200 years, Nepalese Gurkhas are renowned for their skill and bravery. For Monocle, these Gurkhas swapped their distinctive uniforms for bold, smart civvies.
Ready, set, go
Preparations from the seating to the flags and the turf are nearly complete for this summer’s London Olympics. We look at the companies that have won the contracts to supply the Games.
Brand Britain
London has had some bad press but with the Olympics ahead, can its burgeoning design scene save the day?
Europe
The view from London after the recent riots, plus why Portugal wants more pensioners, and Switzerland's impending election.
One is not amused
Ahead of April’s royal wedding, Monocle’s second essay in our Scenarios series looks at the possibility of Britain becoming a republic and its impact on both state coffers and Brand Britain.
