UK independent film producers have expressed enthusiasm and caution following the news of Netflix’s decision to bolster its UK film presence by appointing Film4 and Channel 4 drama head Ollie Madden to the role of director of UK film. Madden will join the US streamer in early October, reporting to Anne Mensah, the UK-based vice…
From the ateliers of Milan to the sun-drenched coastlines of the Amalfi, Italy’s fashion houses have long been the heartbeat of global style. With a legacy rooted in craftsmanship, drama, and unapologetic elegance, Italian brands continue to shape how the world dresses — and dreams. In this Ultimate Guide to the Top Italian Fashion Clothing…
What’s going on here? Hong Kong’s stock market took a hit on Friday, breaking its recent winning streak despite a positive chat between President Trump and President Xi about trade and rare earths. What does this mean? The Hang Seng Index dipped 0.5% to 23,792.54, and the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index fell 0.6% to…
RAF Typhoons scramble four times in a week to stop Russians. Royal Air Force Typhoon fighters deployed in Poland were scrambled four times in just seven days to intercept Russian aircraft operating near NATO airspace, according to a Ministry of Defence update. Based at the 22nd Tactical Air Base in Malbork, Poland, RAF Typhoon FGR4…
For every body By Cali Westmoreland | 6th June 2025 For far too long, anything above a sample size was fashion’s forgotten stepchild – overlooked, underdesigned, and rarely made with style in mind. But the industry’s finally catching up: style doesn’t start at a size 6 or stop at a 12. Welcome to the era…
Jubilant Labour supporters celebrate a by-election win outside a Scottish town hall, waving flags and raising a champagne bottle. Labour scored a surprise win in a Scottish Parliament by-election on Friday, giving UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his government a rare moment of celebration. Labour won with 8,559 votes, overturning the comfortable majority of…
A second skin By Kiri Johnston | 6th June 2025 I first came across AGMES in Brisbane, tucked inside St. Agni’s James Street store about seven years ago. At the time, I didn’t know the name. But the pieces spoke to me: sculptural, tactile, quietly cool. They felt like jewellery you wore because it meant…
What’s going on here? Artisan Partners, a US investment firm, is closing its Hong Kong office by June 2025, winding down its Greater China strategy amid rising US-China tensions. What does this mean? Artisan Partners managed $164.4 billion globally as of April 2025, but its China-focused strategy, targeting small- and mid-cap companies, faced a 10.4%…
Amazon has committed to do more to tackle fake reviews, including sanctioning British businesses that boost their ratings through bogus posts, the country’s competition watchdog said on Friday. Following a four-year probe, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said Amazon’s undertakings also addressed its concerns about ‘catalogue abuse‘ where sellers use the reviews of well-performing…
Flying through Hong Kong and fancy a free upgrade to your holiday? Hong Kong Airlines is offering Aussie passengers travelling between HK and Sydney complimentary access to its Club Autus lounge at Hong Kong International Airport. But here’s the kicker… the free offer is available to all economy class passengers on selected services. So if…