Monocle Magazine have announced their annual index of most liveable cities. Zurich comes in top place mainly for its vast investment in transport; Copenhagen is second for its mix of metropolitan life, great healthcare, low crime rates and a relaxed vibe; at 3, Monocle describes Tokyo as the world’s most livable megapolis and praises the city’s commitment to plant 1 million trees; 4th is Munich which blends history and innovation with ease and is generally a good place to do business; and Helsinki comes 5th partly because it has no Starbucks. Here’s the full list:
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June 17, 2009
Finnish Drinking Culture Exhibit
Last night at a reception sponsored by the Consulate General of Finland in New York City, students from the University of Art and Design in Helsinki on their way back from the Glass Art Society conference in Corning presented their unique glass tableware sets to those in attendance as part of an exhibit entitled “Breaking the Aquarium: Finnish Contemporary Glass Design”. Showcasing some of the macabre dark humor Fins are known for, the pieces came with descriptions such as this on a set of cocktail glasses designed by Vesa Kattelas entitled The Hang Over:
“This cocktail glass is here [...]




