President Donald Trump said Harvard University is refusing to tell the United States government who its international students are. On May 22, the Trump administration stripped Harvard of the federal government certification that lets it enrol international students. A federal judge on May 23 temporarily blocked the administration’s effort. “Part of the problem with Harvard is…
Hong Kong’s ombudsman is assessing the management of tourist facilities at nature spots, with its investigation aiming to enhance the city’s green tourism push. The Office of the Ombudsman said on Thursday that the investigation was prompted by media reports that essential amenities, such as toilets, were often inadequate and that the information for transport…
One of the world’s top K-pop awards ceremonies will return to Hong Kong for the first time since 2018, taking place in the city’s 50,000-seat Kai Tak Stadium in November. The return of the MAMA Awards, formerly known as the Mnet Asian Music Awards, to the city is expected to be bigger than ever, with…
Fast fashion retailer Shein has reportedly chosen a new location to go public. The China-founded company is now looking to list in Hong Kong after failing to get Chinese regulators to sign off on its plans for a London initial public offering (IPO), Reuters reported Wednesday (May 28). Sources told Reuters Shein plans to file a draft prospectus with…
A local KZN documentary will make its international debut in the United Kingdom in June, following its recent critical acclaim. The KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority (KZNTAFA) said that it plays a crucial role in influencing the South African creative economy, as evidenced by its recent backing of She Didn’t Die, a locally produced documentary…
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] A decade is no short feat, more so in the tech industry at a time when the next best artificial intelligence (AI) model is released every two weeks. Celebrating its 10 anniversary in the fragrant harbour, the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Summit Hong…
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Tan Dun, the Oscar-winning composer, world-renowned musician, and conductor has empowered Hong Kong’s young talents by providing them with global platforms, nurturing artists who are both technically proficient and engaged in international artistic dialogues since his appointment as Hong Kong’s Ambassador for Cultural…
article FILE-People walk through a gate as they exit Harvard Yard on the campus of Harvard University campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on April 15, 2025. (Photo by JOSEPH PREZIOSO/AFP via Getty Images) President Donald Trump reportedly is planning to cancel the U.S. government’s remaining federal contracts with Harvard University. The contracts are worth roughly $100…
Let’s get this out of the way first: Taylor Swift did not attend the AMAs 2025, which were held on May 26 in Las Vegas. But that doesn’t mean the show was a wash! The American Music Awards were still plenty star-studded, with performances by Janet Jackson, Gloria Estefan, Reneé Rapp, Lainey Wilson, Rod Stewart,…
The Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra Women’s Guild’s Let’s Celebrate Ageless Style fashion show on May 15 at the Kankakee Country Club was a success. More than 150 people attended to see fashions provided by three local businesses, including Emily Seifert Designs, Emma’s Elegance and Dress Well Boutique. Nine local vendors displayed their items for viewing…