Winter fashion often swings between practicality and style. Heavy coats keep you warm but can feel bulky. Lighter jackets look sharp but may not be enough when the temperature drops. Shearling sits somewhere in the middle, offering warmth without giving up its distinctive look. A designer shearling jacket can be a particularly versatile addition to a cold-weather wardrobe. But buying one should not come down to the name on the label. Material quality, construction, fit, and h

HONG KONG The best summer spreads aren't cooked, they're assembled — a good cheese, something cured, something sweet, something cold to drink, and just enough forethought to make it all look easy. This edit pulls together the pantry, fridge and freezer staples doing the heavy lifting at every picnic blanket and backyard table this season, sourced from the kombucha brewers, cheesemongers, butchers and grocers who've made stocking up the fun part. Mix, match, and don't overthin

RAJA AMPAT Forget snorkeling past the reef and calling it a day. A new expedition launching in 2027 is turning guests into actual field conservationists — tagging, tracking, and even naming the sharks they help save, all from the deck of one of the most celebrated sailing yachts in the world. Photo Credit: Cookson Adventures & Silolona Indonesian Phinisi yacht charter specialists Silolona Sojourns have partnered with luxury adventure travel company Cookson Adventures to launc

HONG KONG Hong Kong's decorated day spa has a new address. Sense of Touch — the homegrown wellness brand that's been a fixture of the city's beauty scene since its Hollywood Road beginnings in 2002 — has officially opened its doors in Causeway Bay, marking yet another expansion for a brand that already spans Central and Southside. And to mark the occasion, the new outpost is running a limited-time launch menu that mixes brand-new treatments with a curated edit of the brand's

Hayden Panettiere, the beloved actress best known for Heroes and Nashville, tragically passed away on August 16, 2026, at the age of just 36 — a loss that has left fans, friends, and the entertainment world reeling. According to a police report, it was Zach Hickerson — the brother of her on-and-off boyfriend, Brian Hickerson — who found Panettiere unresponsive and called 911. Her family has asked for privacy as they grieve, and the circumstances surrounding her passing remain

Hayden Panettiere, the beloved actress best known for Heroes and Nashville, tragically passed away on August 16, 2026, at the age of just 36 — a loss that has left fans, friends, and the entertainment world reeling. Her family has asked for privacy as they grieve, and the circumstances surrounding her passing remain under investigation. Amid renewed attention on Hayden's family in recent days, many have gently asked about her stepmother, Mekdem, who by Hayden's own account be

Hayden Panettiere, the beloved actress best known for Heroes and Nashville, tragically passed away on August 16, 2026, at the age of just 36 — a loss that has left fans, friends, and the entertainment world reeling. Her family has asked for privacy as they grieve, and the circumstances surrounding her passing remain under investigation. It was her father, Alan Lee "Skip" Panettiere, who bore the painful task of confirming the news publicly, a moment that has understandably dr

Hayden Panettiere, the beloved actress best known for Heroes and Nashville, tragically passed away on August 16, 2026, at the age of just 36 — a loss that has left fans, friends, and the entertainment world reeling. Her family has asked for privacy as they grieve, and the circumstances surrounding her passing remain under investigation. In the days since, many have found themselves reflecting on Hayden's life and gently seeking to understand more about the people closest to h

Ariana Grande's love life has come full circle: after a decade apart, she and her former backup dancer Ricky Alvarez are officially back together, confirmed by TMZ in July 2026 following weeks of reunion speculation. What's more, Grande shared photos of them together on Instagram this week. Who is Ricky Alvarez? Richard "Ricky" Alvarez, 35, was born July 13, 1991, in San Diego, to parents Sylvia and John Alvarez, and has a sister, Ryann, according to the Ariana Grande Wiki.

Isabella Damon, 20, is stepping into her own spotlight — and, notably, not the one her father built his career in. Born June 11, 2006, she's the eldest of Matt Damon and wife Luciana Barroso's three biological daughters, with younger sisters Gia, 17, and Stella, 15, and an older stepsister, Alexia Barroso, 27, whom Damon adopted shortly after marrying Luciana in 2005. She just signed with IMG Models Page Six first reported the signing on August 10, and IMG's own New York dire

LONDON All images are courtesy of Pan Pacific London. There was a time when staycations became the holiday of choice. During the pandemic, checking into a luxury hotel a few miles from home felt wonderfully indulgent. Since then, I've usually chosen airports over hotel lobbies. But one Sunday night at Pan Pacific London reminded me that sometimes the best way to reset for the week ahead isn't boarding a plane, it's checking into the right hotel, right on your doorstep. I've

Halle Berry turns 60 today, and she has spent the better part of the last year making sure everyone knows she isn't dreading it. The Oscar winner rang in the milestone early from Fiji, and looks as amazing as ever. Here's what that looks like in practice — from her trainer-approved workouts to hormone therapy. The Workout: "Movement As Medicine" Berry has trained with celebrity coach Peter Lee Thomas for years, and by his own account she has the discipline of someone a third

Summer doesn't ask for much — a good dress, a way to protect your hair from the sun you're chasing, and a skincare routine that can keep up with sweat, salt water, and the occasional overnight flight. This year's edit leans into that simplicity: breezy silhouettes in powder blue and black-and-white, hoops and hammered gold that do the talking, and a haircare-meets-skincare lineup built for humidity, chlorine, and everything else the season throws at you. My Mum Made It: Cheri

INTERVIEW As a Hong Kong-based mum and frequent traveller, I’ve been lucky enough to stay at some beautiful hotels around the world. Here are five memorable stays that have stayed with me, from a honeymoon in the Maldives to family getaways in Shenzhen and staycations closer to home. All images courtesy of @JessJann. Joali, Maldives Joali was such an amazing resort! We went for our honeymoon, and it was my first day in the Maldives. The weather was gorgeous and it honestly wa

PARTNER CONTENT You land in a city where you know nobody, the room is not ready until three, and the afternoon is empty. Within an hour of opening an app, the shape of the next fortnight is set. Matches arrive slowly, conversations stall on scheduling, and a good share of the profiles that surface belong to people who have no interest in someone leaving on Sunday. The distance between how these platforms behave at home and how they behave on a two-week trip is wide enough to

PARTNER CONTENT Thinning hair doesn't happen overnight. Neither does regrowing it. If you've recently added a hair growth oil to your routine and you're still waiting for results, weeks in, nothing visible, you're not alone. Most people expect a difference within a few weeks and get genuinely frustrated when nothing seems to shift. Here's the thing: hair grows slowly by biology, not by brand failure. Knowing how long hair growth oil takes to show results on thinning hair mean

HONG KONG I'd heard genuinely amazing things about Zeva Hair Spa for a while before I finally booked in this summer. Zeva has been operating since 2017 and positions itself as Hong Kong's foremost destination for holistic hair and scalp wellness. What sets Zeva apart on paper is trichology: the clinical study of the hair and scalp, as opposed to purely cosmetic hairdressing. Its team is built around IAT-certified trichologists, a credential that specifically trains practition

Once a former British military camp, Sai Ying Pun has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years, emerging as one of the trendiest ‘hoods in Hong Kong and a haven for food enthusiasts. This charming district seamlessly blends traditional Chinese dried seafood stores, wet markets brimming with fresh produce and buildings from a bygone era with cool artsy boutiques, cute cafes, and bustling restaurants. Read on as we share the best eateries in this vibrant little neig

Formula 1 fans got a major off-track headline this week: Mercedes driver George Russell is engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Carmen Montero Mundt, after six years together. Who Is Carmen Montero Mundt? Montero Mundt, 28, is Spanish-born and moved to London at 18 to pursue higher education, earning a degree in business management and finance from the University of Westminster. Despite becoming a familiar presence in the Formula 1 paddock over the years, she has maintained a

A Malaysian royal wedding drew global attention this week after Princess Ilyana of Pahang married British racing driver Christopher Lionel Froggatt in a lavish, multi-day ceremony in Kuala Lumpur. Image courtesy of @azamneurmaya/Instagram Who Is Princess Ilyana? Tengku Puteri Ilyana Alia, 29, is the daughter of Sultan Abdullah of Pahang, one of Malaysia's nine hereditary royal families, and Julia Rais, a former actress. Malaysia's monarchy rotates among these nine royal house