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Who is fashion designer Tamara Ralph’s partner Bhanu Choudhrie? The entrepreneur and philanthropist is the son of controversial Indian billionaire Sudhir Choudhrie, and his divorce cost him millions

Australian designer Tamara Ralph, the visionary behind Meghan Markle’s engagement photo dress, captivated the audience once again at Paris Haute Couture Week by dressing Hailee Steinfeld in a dazzling cut-out gown. Beyond her beloved designs, Ralph shares her life with UK-based Indian entrepreneur Bhanu Choudhrie, the founder of C&C Alpha Group and Alpha Aviation Group,…

Drink in Focus: Ritual Fizz at the St Regis Bar Hong Kong

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In May, the St Regis Bar Hong Kong launched Tickets to Ride on Trains & Trams, an ambitious new menu centred around a board game that involves taking the train or tram (on the board) to 16 different numbered stations, each corresponding to a drink. Theming is front and centre – guests are encouraged to…

Louis Vuitton’s new space at K11 Musea in Hong Kong: after unveiling giant ship The Louis in Shanghai, the label is expanding in Tsim Sha Tsui – where Pharrell hosted a show in 2023

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After making headlines last month with the opening of a ship-shaped store in Shanghai that’s still the talk of the town in China and beyond, it looks as though Louis Vuitton has big plans for Hong Kong too. The Parisian label has just erected a large expanse of scaffolding at the K11 Musea mall, located…

Hong Kong breakdancers dream of the world stage

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Difficulty: Challenger (Level 2) Sze Kwong-yik is part of a group of Hong Kong breakdancers who want to show the city’s talent to the world. Known as B-boy Sosze, the 29-year-old has been breaking for nearly 18 years. He is one of six male breakers on the Hong Kong team that is hoping for a…

Want students to thrive? Lock up their phones – Twin Cities

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There are few things most American politicians seem to agree upon, but banning mobile phones in classrooms seems to be one of them. Based on the experiences of some schools that have required students to prioritize learning over TikTok scrolling, there’s also a welcome side benefit: less conflict and more “hellos.” When school starts this…

China’s Wang Yi says deeper US exchanges on the cards after talks with Rubio

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Speaking to Chinese media on Saturday, Wang said the talks had helped to manage US-China differences as the rival powers seek to manage tensions amid rising trade frictions. Both sides recognised that they represented the most important bilateral relationship in the world, with an impact beyond their respective borders, he added. “The meeting was constructive,…

Retail services has been a key sector for Hong Kong IPOs since 2024

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The Hong Kong market is riding a wave of optimism after a series of high-profile listings by mainland firms, and one eye-catching factor has been the success of firms in the consumer and retail services sector. Indeed, since 2024, that segment has led the way among Hong Kong initial public offerings (IPOs) in terms of…

Meet TikTok-famous fashion designer Joe Ando-Hirsh: his clients include Dakota Johnson and Millie Bobby Brown, and he’s also an actor who starred alongside The Office’s Rainn Wilson in Empire Waist

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Joe Ando-Hirsh is not your average TikTok-famous influencer, charming viewers with his relatable humour and boy-next-door charisma. The 29-year-old Fashion Institute of Technology graduate is also a talented designer whose clientele includes Dakota Johnson, Keke Palmer and, most recently, Icelandic crooner Laufey. Joe Ando-Hirsh has worked with the likes of Dakota Johnson and Keke Palmer….

Crossing the Border: How Local Companies Grow beyond Hong Kong

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[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…

White House clarifies US-China trade ‘framework’, after sudden Trump announcement

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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…