Aristo Sham Ching-tao, the first pianist from Hong Kong to win the gold medal in the Van Cliburn Piano Competition, has expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support he received from the city following his victory in one of the world’s toughest and most prestigious music competitions. Speaking from New York, Sham said: “I am…
With the passage of one of the world’s most comprehensive stablecoin laws two weeks ago, Hong Kong is looking to stay at the forefront of global finance while addressing lessons from past industry setbacks, according to analysts. Being a “first mover” in stablecoin legislation “reflects the determination” of the city’s government to “unlock value that…
“We never want to be too stiff. I don’t want people to be scared to laugh or worried that they’re talking too loudly,” says Mina Güçlüer, the new head chef at storied French restaurant Belon. “I want to make sure everybody’s having fun and eating good food at the same time.” It’s a fitting declaration…
A new report accuses fashion giants of not considering the welfare of workers affected by climate change in garment factories in Southeast Asia. Fashion brands including luxury label Hermes, sportswear giant Nike, and fast fashion chain H&M are in the hot seat amid new allegations of climate greenwashing after making commitments to slash carbon emissions…
Hong Kong is on the cusp of a big, beautiful bull run. But it’s in danger of being ruined. The financial center is finally getting back on its feet. The city is leading in global initial public offerings rankings this year. Its stock market is one of the world’s best performing. Meanwhile, rents have returned…
Hong Kong is set to host its biggest esports event ever, bringing some of the world’s best teams to compete for a US$1 million (HK$7.85 million) prize pot at the AsiaWorld-Expo in November, organisers announced on Tuesday. Blast Premier Hong Kong Rivals will be the first event of its kind to be granted “M” Mark…
Home » Hong Kong News » Hong Kong Sees Ten Percent Growth in Mainland Chinese Tourism as Major Concerts and Sports Events Drive Visitor Numbers in 2025 Monday, June 9, 2025 Hong Kong is experiencing a vibrant resurgence in tourism, with a notable 10% year-on-year increase in mainland Chinese visitors during the first five months…
Home » ASIA » Discover the Best of Korea’s Cultural Heritage at ITE Hong Kong 2025: A Glimpse into the Past and Future Monday, June 9, 2025 The Korea Heritage Agency is set to showcase Korea’s rich cultural heritage at the 2025 International Travel Expo (ITE) Hong Kong. Running from June 12-15, this event will…
Home » America Travel News » US, Germany, Spain, UK, Italy, France, Croatia, Poland, Switzerland and more Included in Wyndham’s Global Hotel Sale This Year Featuring Up to Twenty Percent Off Monday, June 9, 2025 Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has launched an unprecedented worldwide hotel sale this year, with discounts on stays at participating hotels…
Hong Kong’s finance chief expects the tourism sector to make a robust recovery this year, citing the 10 and 18 per cent year-on-year growth in the number of mainland Chinese and international visitor arrivals recorded in the first five months. In his weekly blog on Sunday, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po also said he was…