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Urbanism

Port of call

France’s second city is turning its reputation around, luring investment and enterprise to its lively start-up scene. With low rents and incomparable energy, we drop by to see what all the noise is about.

  • The Entrepreneurs #5
  • 8 min read
The Babel Community's rooftop terrace with woven pendant lights, white chairs, and people at the bar counter.
Art

Conserve and protect

A behind-the-scenes quest is underway to preserve the world’s largest collection of art and antiquities that are now at threat from climate change.

  • Issue #147
  • 8 min read
Conserve and protect
Food & Drink

Recipes

Chef Ralph Schelling and recipe writer Aya Nishimura take us from France to South Korea with six exotic dishes, starting with a dessert that’s a surefire crowd-pleaser. Enjoy.

  • Issue #146
  • 9 min read
Stack of golden French toast topped with sliced peaches and whipped cream on white plate with fork
Affairs

Defence

France reveals details of its €7bn next-generation aircraft carrier, due in 2038, as nations worldwide invest in naval power despite growing threats from hypersonic missiles.

  • Issue #144
  • 3 min read
Defence
Politics

Politics

Discontent in France, Tanzania’s president, a new party in Poland and Canada’s longest-serving female MP.

  • Issue #143
  • 5 min read
Woman speaking at the podium in a colourful top.
Hospitality

Field of vision

Having taken a break to find a dream holiday home, a UK couple are opening up their Alpine retreat to guests.

  • Issue #141
  • 5 min read
Field of vision
Diplomacy

Strong foundation

France’s embassy in Kenya was built with the climate in mind. But does it serve its primary purpose: to foster ties between the two countries?

  • Issue #141
  • 1 min read
Strong foundation
Affairs

Order of merit?

From Zürich's pricey bin bags to Japan's anti-splash driving laws, these municipal regulations prove that thoughtful governance can nudge citizens toward better behaviour without heavy-handed enforcement.

  • Issue #141
  • 4 min read
Classical statue figure reaching toward a woman in green dress holding what appears to be a shoe

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