[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] This June marks Hong Kong’s first Intangible Cultural Heritage Month, but while celebrating the city’s unique background, it is even more important to remember that its social identity extends beyond food and art, seeping into every urban dweller and business stream. Just take…
The United States and China reached a “framework” agreement aimed at implementing a deal based on bilateral trade talks that started in Geneva, Switzerland last month, the White House said. The clarification came shortly after US President Donald Trump said that the US had signed a trade deal with Beijing a day earlier, offering no…
Summer is in full swing, as are Hong Kong’s dining activations and events. From new menu launches to special pop-up collaborations, there’s enough going on this weekend to keep every foodie busy, whether Indian food is your favourite or you prefer a brunch with breathtaking views. If these events still don’t tickle your fancy, our…
Hong Kong is rolling out sweeping capital market reforms, including improved IPO pricing mechanisms and a post-listing over-the-counter market. This is aimed at building on the city’s success in becoming one of the world’s leading IPO destinations in the first half of 2025 by number of listings and funds raised. The proposed updates, according to…
US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that the US military carried out an aerial attack on three Iranian nuclear sites, following days of appeals by Israel for the American military to join its attacks on the Islamic republic, and vowed to launch more attacks if Tehran does not stand down. Trump delivered an address…
Chinese chip-design software company Empyrean Technology has pledged to become one of the world’s top electronic design automation (EDA) providers, as new US export restrictions bring both opportunities and challenges to the domestic industry. Founded in 2009 and based in Beijing, Empyrean aims to ascend to the top tier of EDA providers, capitalising on the…
Aimee Smale was only 22 years old when she launched her own clothing brand, Odd Muse, from the comfort of her bedroom amid the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. Modelling her own designs and piggybacking off of TikTok’s rapid growth at the time, Smale managed to use social media to market her “affordable luxury” brand. Odd…
What’s in a button? We tend to give them little thought. At most, we are irritated when one is lost or comes loose, dangling from the front of a coat or shirt. But like many of the fashion fixtures we take for granted, this unsung hero has a storied past – and present. Though most…
Saturday House founder Sonique Saturday welcomed the New Year by sharing a photo on Instagram of her and Taylor Swift embracing in matching sparkling dresses. The image was seemingly a throwback to a private New Year’s Eve party in Kansas City that took place a year previously. Sonique Saturday is the founder of the fashion…
There’s something for every father – or indeed any man – with this pick of three new designer collections. So whether you want a sharp suit, gear for the beach or something more sporty, we’ve got you covered. 1. Simone Rocha Simone Rocha transforms the rugby shirt for her latest collection. Photo: Handout Irish designer…