Pockets are simple, extremely practical folds of fabric stitched into our clothes, and a place to stow coins, keys and phone, while freeing up the hands. That is unless you are a woman, of course. For centuries, pockets have been a gendered battleground, with the lack of pockets in women’s clothing more than merely inconvenient,…
Amid roaring crowds and vibrant energy, Kai Tak Mall at Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) has witnessed retail sales jump more than 20% since its March debut—a rise fueled by blockbuster events and the phased launch of facilities attracting diverse visitors. Source link
With about three months left until the start of the 15th National Games, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui expressed her hope for robust public engagement in the event and widespread support for local athletes. Source link
Insuring an electric car in the UAE has become much more costly, after last year’s record floods, but industry experts believe the future remains bright for the vehicle segment as sales increase. Insurancemarket.ae, one of the country’s leading providers, said insuring an electric vehicle on average costs 72 per cent more on average than a…
From a pioneering Emirati actress who helped lay the foundations of national television and theatre, to a Lebanese composer who soundtracked the social and political pulse of his homeland, the Arab cultural scene has been etched by significant loss in 2025. Spanning music, film, television, literature and visual arts, these 11 artists not only shaped…
The Drainage Services Department (DSD) has confirmed five cases of flooding as of 11.30am, affecting areas including the Chai Wan roundabout, South Bay Road roundabout, Stanley Village Road, Big Wave Bay Village, and Wang Long Village on Lamma Island. Source link
China has proposed a new global artificial intelligence co-operation organisation amid a patchwork of regulations among countries, as Beijing’s competition with the US over the critical technology heats up. Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Saturday called for an international framework to regulate AI as its governance is fragmented, he said at the opening of the…
Image: MatteauAustralian fashion is known for a few things. With a relatively warm climate and outdoor lifestyle, it tends to be more relaxed and less formal than elsewhere in the world. Palettes are often inspired by Australia’s untouched landscape, while the country’s coastlines influence fabrics to be lightweight and breathable. In line with the rest…
A UK green startup developing a zero-emission cooling technology that could help cut household air-conditioning costs is eyeing its first partnership in Hong Kong, following its gold win in a locally founded innovation race with expanding global influence. Source link
The artificial intelligence boom was the primary driver of a recently signed nuclear energy agreement between Bahrain and the US, according to a Middle East technology expert. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Bahrain’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani signed on Wednesday a civil nuclear co-operation agreement − and a major…