HONG KONG We visited PRIVATE i SALON's Central Building location last year for a balayage refresh, and it left enough of an impression that there was never really a question of where to go when it came time for another round. This time, though, the starting point was rougher: months of growth had left my roots extremely overgrown, and the length itself had gone dry and brittle — the kind of texture that makes you nervous about adding more colour on top rather than excited abo

Studio City in Macau is a Hollywood-inspired and cinematically themed hotel in the heart of Cotai. Find out what it's like to stay at the luxury hotel from our review.

James Blunt has been back in headlines this week for reasons that have nothing to do with music. Following the death of actress Hayden Panettiere on August 16, 2026, online speculation spread linking Blunt to a disturbing account in Panettiere's memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, in which she described being placed in bed as an 18-year-old beside an undressed "very famous" British singer-songwriter. Blunt broke his silence on August 24, sharing a Substack article on X titled "H

Andaz Macau is the largest property under the Andaz portfolio. What's it like to stay at this vibrant, lifestyle hotel? Find out from our review.

INTERVIEW Before she was one of the internet's most-watched food creators, Inga Lam was just a kid in Hong Kong and Taiwan, watching her grandfather wake up before dawn to hand-pick the best ingredients at the market before spending hours simmering broth and hand-wrapping dumplings from scratch. That memory has quietly shaped everything she's built since: five years producing some of BuzzFeed and Tasty's most-watched videos, a viral behind-the-scenes upload that accidentally

BANGKOK When Dua Lipa shares where she’s eating, drinking or holidaying, the internet pays attention. During a feature with Service95, Lipa revealed one of her latest discoveries in Thailand, Mod Kaew Wine Bar, an understated natural wine bar tucked away in Bangkok. Whilst it may not appear to be on every tourist’s itinerary, it is precisely the kind of neighbourhood that has become synonymous with Dua Lipa’s approach to travel: local, characterful and effortlessly cool. A Cl

Of everyone in Meghan Markle's family, her 69-year-old mother, Doria Ragland, has remained the one consistently close, private presence throughout the Duchess of Sussex's very public life. Here's what to know about her. Who is Doria Ragland? Doria Loyce Ragland was born September 2, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio, before her family relocated to Los Angeles when she was young. She's the daughter of a nurse and an antiques dealer, and attended Fairfax High School in LA. READ: What to

INTERVIEW Breer didn't start with a business plan. It started with a plate of leftover canteen food, a bakery bin full of unsold bread, and a founder who couldn't shake the guilt of watching it all go to landfill. Six years, one home brewing kit, and a chance encounter with a kvass-drinking bartender later, that guilt has become Hong Kong's most talked-about upcycled beverage brand — a company that's turned discarded bread into beer, partnered with the likes of Maxim's Group,

Six years after "Megxit" sent Prince Harry and Meghan Markle across the Atlantic, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are heading home. News broke in the past few days that the couple and their two children will relocate from California back to Britain — a genuinely surprising development given how firmly the family had planted roots in Montecito. Here's what's actually confirmed so far, and what's still speculation. Are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Really Moving Back to the UK?

HONG KONG Could a 60-minute IV session and a sweat in the sauna be the reset Hong Kong's busy professionals need? We visited Central's Restore Integrative Medical Clinic to find out. First Impressions Located on the 16th floor of 1 Duddell Street in Central, Restore Integrative Medical Clinic feels more like a wellness sanctuary than a medical clinic. I walked in from the bustling Central lunch hour, sweaty, frazzled, and slightly damp from the rain, but the warm, welcoming s

Long before she became the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle was married to Hollywood producer Trevor Engelson — a relationship that ended years before she ever met Prince Harry, but one that still resurfaces in headlines every so often. Who Is Trevor Engelson? Engelson, born in New York in 1976, is an American film and television producer. His LinkedIn profile states that he studied at Great Neck North from 1990 to 1994, and then the University of Southern California from 199

HONG KONG From sky-high dining rooms to tucked-away neighbourhood favourites, the city has turned brunch into an art form. Here, we round up the tables worth booking. This list was last updated on August 22, 2026. Zoku The HK$628 menu kicks off with Otoshi: The Izakaya Way, a selection of Japanese snacks, before moving into an Assorted Sashimi Platter of premium seasonal fish and seafood, followed by a Yakitori and Makimono Moriawase share plate of skewers and rolls. From the

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