Hong Kong’s Ocean Empire congee chain shuts down all restaurants after 33 years
A popular 33-year-old congee restaurant chain has announced the closure of all its locations due to worsening operating and financial conditions, joining a growing wave of shop shutdowns in Hong Kong. Ocean Empire Food Shop, held by Ocean Empire International Limited, informed its staff members of its decision in a letter on Wednesday night. “The…
Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond:/Denver Fashion Week and more | Denver-gazette
Each Thursday, explore Denver’s essential weekend events curated by The Denver Gazette. Dive into cultural experiences and entertainment delights across the city. Whether you enjoy art galleries, pottery, or outdoor sports, there’s something for everyone in Denver’s vibrant cultural scene. To submit an event for consideration, email listings@gazette.com. SATURDAY-MAY 18 They’re doing it with style…
Discover EFNEP: Empowering healthy eating
Have you heard of the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)? Despite its unassuming name, EFNEP is a valuable program that fosters healthy eating habits. It actively supports families expecting a baby or raising children and teenagers on a limited income. Many participants qualify for vital assistance programs like SNAP, WIC, Head Start, or…
US, UK, Australia, other countries issue travel warnings for India, Pakistan after Operation Sindoor – Full list here
Amid the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, several countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, has issued travel advisory for both the countries. The travel directive comes after India’s Operation Sindoor targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. The April 22 attack, carried out…
As local nonprofit INTERFORM shutters, the NWA fashion world survives and shifts | Lifestyles
INTERFORM, the nonprofit organization behind NWA Fashion Week, announced its closure on March 14 via social media, closing the curtain on years of promoting artistic expression and connecting the fashion community in Northwest Arkansas. Through the merger of the Arkansas Arts and Fashion Forum and Northwest Arkansas Fashion Week, the founders created INTERFORM in February…
Auntea Jenny’s IPO Stirred A Frenzy In Hong Kong
What’s going on here? Auntea Jenny’s IPO has brewed a storm in Hong Kong, raising HK$273 million with overwhelming demand for its shares. What does this mean? Auntea Jenny, a notable player in the bubble tea industry, raised HK$273 million in gross proceeds from its highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO) on the Hong Kong…
Trump administration plans to eliminate the Energy Star program after 3 decades
The Trump administration plans to eliminate the Energy Star program, a 33-year-old energy efficiency certification for appliances such as refrigerators and dishwashers that has helped American consumers save more than $500 billion in energy costs, according to the program. The plan to eliminate Energy Star was announced at an Environmental Protection Agency meeting on Monday,…
Is India trade agreement good for UK business? The winners and losers
On the signing of the biggest trade deal since Brexit, between the UK and India, each country chose to champion different areas of their economies that would benefit. India’s trade minister, Piyush Goyal, claimed the agreement would benefit “Indian farmers, fishermen, workers”. Jonathan Reynolds, the UK business secretary, said that the deal would unlock growth…
How Spain’s Indie Fashion Scene Nailed Global Growth
During the two-week run of Spanish womenswear brand La Veste’s pop-up in New York City, the brand’s “super fans” — as described by chief executive Sofia García-Gallardo — arrived in its wares from head to toe. Eager to get their hands on a pair of La Veste’s striped pants or one of its scalloped shirts,…
Unhealthy Lifestyles Linked to Faster Heart Aging, Study Finds
Share on PinterestResearchers have developed a novel way to measure a “functional heart age” using MRI scans. SeventyFour/Getty Images Cardiologists are developing a method for measuring the heart’s “functional age” to help predict complications like heart disease. According to new research, unhealthy lifestyle habits could contribute to premature aging of the heart. Physical activity and…
