Happy Easter. We all know the religious reasons we celebrate Easter. But in this modern world, there is a commercial side to most holidays. Actually, it goes back well into the 4th century – especially in fashion. History tells us that as far back as the 4th century, Roman Emperor Constantine I mandated Romans wear…
With Easter Sunday upon us, many Brits are planning to take advantage of the four-day break from April 18-21 to hit the shops. Whether it’s a wardrobe refresh or a DIY project, you’ll need to know when your favourite stores are open. The holiday will impact the opening hours of some of Britain’s most beloved…
Hong Kong residents made 1.84 million departure trips between Thursday of last week and the second day of the Easter break, representing a 10 per cent increase from the same period last year. Figures from the Immigration Department highlighted the increase from 2024, when residents had made 1.68 million trips by the end of the…
Shoppers are being warned that supermarkets including Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons will be closing stores for 24 hours on Easter Sunday thanks to England and Wales trading laws. The law dictates that no store larger than 280 square metres can open on Easter Sunday in England and Wales. The trading laws do not…
Aldi is closed in England and Wales on Sunday, but will be open in Scotland (Picture: Getty Images) The Easter weekend is here and many of you have no doubt planned a lunch with family and friends tomorrow or maybe an egg hunt for the children. But, have you got all you need? Much like…
Over the long weekend, many high-street supermarkets will adjust their operating hours or close entirely. Shoppers are encouraged to verify their local store’s specific opening times before venturing out this weekend for a last-minute Easter shop. Here’s a list of opening times for major supermarkets: Aldi Most Aldi stores will be closed on Easter Sunday…
Hong Kong’s top Catholic priest has called on residents to be hopeful and united to make a difference despite escalating trade tensions between the US and China. In his Easter message on Thursday, Cardinal Stephen Chow Sau-yan, head of the Catholic diocese of Hong Kong, said that sentiment around the world had become pessimistic with…
Good Friday falls on April 18 this year. It occurs a few days before Easter, prompting questions about if the United States Postal Service (USPS), the United Parcel Service (UPS) and FedEx will deliver mail and packages as usual. The Context The date of Easter changes every year since it occurs on the first Sunday…
Hong Kong is bracing for a surge in travel during the Easter weekend, with an expected 6 million trips in and out of the city between Thursday and Monday – a significant jump compared with last year. Outbound travel is expected to peak on Friday, with around 759,000 trips, as Hongkongers continue heading to Shenzhen…
In the springtime, families around the world celebrate Easter. For many Christians, Easter is an important holiday with church services to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. For others, it’s a secular celebration with bunnies, treat-filled baskets and decorated eggs. But two days before Easter Sunday is another important Christian holiday. Known…