Hong Kong Arts Development Awards open applications Wed with bigger prizes
Applications for the 20th Hong Kong Arts Development Awards will open at noon on Wednesday, with higher cash prizes and a new online submission platform introduced this year. Organized by…
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‘Widow’s Bay’ scores big and ‘The Pitt’ wins again at TV’s Emmy Awards
“Widow’s Bay,” a horror comedy about a cursed New England town, led this year’s Emmy Award winners with a record 14 statuettes including best comedy, while emergency room drama “The…
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Huge Van Gogh collection reunited for first time since 1984
A Dutch museum Tuesday put its entire collection of 88 paintings by Vincent Van Gogh on display for the first time since 1984, featuring masterpieces such as “The Potato Eaters”.…
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Chinese architect Ma Yansong melds nature with ‘futuristic feel’
From a distance, it looks as though a giant spaceship has just landed in the palm tree-dotted streets near downtown Los Angeles. It could also be a wide-canopied tree or…
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The evolving meaning of mooncakes
Few foods carry quite as much sentiment as the mooncake. Passed across office desks, shared around family tables and packed carefully into gift bags each Mid-Autumn Festival, it remains a…
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CUHK-led study challenges long-standing theories about Mercury’s tectonic features
New evidence suggests Mercury’s interior stayed geologically active far longer than previously believed, according to a study led by researchers at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and published in…
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Free rides across MTR Light Rail network on Mid-Autumn Festival
Passengers will be able to travel free of charge across the entire MTR Light Rail network on September 25 as part of a Mid-Autumn Festival initiative organized by Huatai International…
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Education Bureau reminds parents to submit P1 applications starting Thu
The Education Bureau reminded parents who wish to apply for a Primary One (P1) place for their child in any government or aided school in September 2027 to submit their…
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Anchors Academy outlines seamless K-12 and STEAM-focused blueprint at info day this Fri
A seamless K-12 through-train education is the pitch at Anchors Academy, which will introduce a pathway and STEAM curriculum at its 2027-28 Admission Info Day this Friday (Sep 18). Blending…
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CUHK study: PMOS patients’ daughters face 3.6 times higher menstrual disorder risk
A study by Chinese University’s medical school has found that polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), not only affects patients but also increases endocrine…
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Hong Kong Police College first to gain degree-granting status
Commissioner of Police Joe Chow Yat-ming announced that following years of effort, the college was granted degree-awarding status by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications,…
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European equestrian spectacular Cavalluna makes Asian premiere at Kai Tak Arena
Acclaimed European equestrian spectacle “Cavalluna – Gate to the Otherworld” opened its Asian premiere at Kai Tak Arena on Thursday, bringing together international riders, dancers, and European horses to celebrate…
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Israeli-made film about Gaza civilian deaths to debut in Venice
A new documentary from two Oscar-winning Israeli filmmakers that promises to shed light on Israel’s killing of civilians in Gaza is set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival on…
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Suno releases new AI music models in partnership with Warner Music, BMG
AI music startup Suno on Wednesday launched a suite of AI models in partnership with record companies Warner Music Group and BMG to allow users to generate new music inspired…
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Can dogs sniff cancer? AI joins the hunt in India
When rescue dog Chloe is not tumbling across the grass on a farm outside India’s tech capital Bengaluru, she is learning to sniff human breath for cancer with a little…
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Global Sources Hong Kong Shows return with 4,200 Asian suppliers and AI sourcing focus
The Global Sources Hong Kong Shows will return newxt month, bringing together more than 4,200 Asia-based suppliers across 8,000 booths under the theme “Connecting Global Innovation, Enabling Sustainable Sourcing”. Running…
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Heritage Museum hosts major exhibition to mark Leslie Cheung’s 70th birthday
Hong Kong Heritage Museum will host a memorial exhibition starting Wednesday to mark the 70th birthday of late Cantopop legend Leslie Cheung Kwok-wing, showcasing more than 300 rare items, including…
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WestK and Rolex showcase rising Xiqu talent after intensive masterclasses
WestK Performing Arts and Rolex presented a special showcase at the Tea House Theatre in the Xiqu Centre, highlighting the progress of the Tea House Rising Stars Troupe following a…
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EdUHK study shows ‘4S’ program significantly boosts children’s financial literacy and well-being
Research findings from an evaluation led by The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) were released on Tuesday by the nonprofit Child and Adolescent Financial Education Fund (CAFEF), showing that…
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Egyptian TV presenter Sarah Khalifa sentenced to death in drug trafficking case
An Egyptian court has sentenced television presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 others to death by hanging for forming a criminal gang involved in manufacturing and trafficking synthetic drugs, official media…
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St Paul’s Co-ed primary admission briefing draws 1,200
St Paul’s Co-educational College Primary School held its Primary One admission parents’ briefing on Monday, attracting about 1,200 attendees, with some parents arriving an hour early to secure seats. Principal…
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CUHK kicks off new academic year with flag-raising ceremony
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) officially marked the start of its new academic year on Monday with a solemn morning flag-raising ceremony, followed by the Inauguration Ceremony for…
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CityU researchers develop smart device to give retired electric vehicle batteries a second lifeNEWS11 hours ago
A research team from the City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has developed an intelligent power conditioner capable of reactivating retired electric vehicle batteries, creating a sustainable secondary energy source…
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HK Disneyland Hotel pauses for glow-up but holiday treats await
A full slate of seasonal delights will keep the magic cooking at every table while the Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel takes a pause for renovation next month. The hotel announced…
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Pansy Ho shares candid memories of late father Stanley Ho and friendships with Leslie Cheung and Anita Mui
Hong Kong business leader Pansy Ho offered a rare glimpse into her upbringing, family dynamic, and early entrepreneurial milestones during an in-depth interview on a podcast hosted by Zhang Zetian. …
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AIRSIDE and Manulife launch three-day Longevity and Wellbeing Fest in Kai Tak
AIRSIDE and Manulife have kicked off their inaugural Longevity and Wellbeing Fest, a three-day public health initiative running from September 4 to 6 at the Kai Tak commercial complex aimed…
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Cultivating Academic Heights and Creative Vision
As part of the global Invictus Group celebrating its 10th anniversary, Invictus School Hong Kong remains dedicated to delivering high-quality, accessible education to the city. We foster creativity, innovation, and…
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Hong Kong designers turn the city’s pulse into fashion at CENTRESTAGE
Hong Kong designers brought the city’s energy, culture and memories to the runway at the Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show during CENTRESTAGE on Thursday night (Sep 3). Four local labels…
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Building Academic Excellence through Wellbeing at YCA
YMCA Christian Academy (YCA) is a unique community-oriented private primary school on Hong Kong Island offering a vibrant, future-ready curriculum. “We are blessed with a connected community, amazing parents and…
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From ‘underground’ to world champion: Hong Kong’s cosplay scene steps into the spotlight
For years, Hong Kong’s cosplay community was something some fans kept hidden. Costumes were tucked away at home. Wigs were concealed in bathrooms. Some cosplayers would only change after arriving…
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