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An unofficial ambassador for Kenyan safaris, Samuel Lengalai has come a long way since he sneaked into – not out of – school.
An unofficial ambassador for Kenyan safaris, Samuel Lengalai has come a long way since he sneaked into – not out of – school.
Pressure from climate change activists such as Greta Thunberg and the rise in ‘flight shame’ have prompted airlines to announce carbon offsets for their flights, but some schemes are better than others. Travellers need to change their lifestyles too.
Pressure from climate change activists such as Greta Thunberg and the rise in ‘flight shame’ have prompted airlines to announce carbon offsets for their flights, but some schemes are better than others. Travellers need to change their lifestyles too.
From climbing and camping to bungee jumping and hiking, pushing ourselves to do things that are challenging can enable us to see ourselves in a new light – and are good for alleviating the symptoms of depression and anxiety, too.
From climbing and camping to bungee jumping and hiking, pushing ourselves to do things that are challenging can enable us to see ourselves in a new light – and are good for alleviating the symptoms of depression and anxiety, too.
Former investment banker James Asquite, who, in 2013, became the youngest person to visit all 196 sovereign countries, has used his experience to launch a travel app, Holiday Swap.
Former investment banker James Asquite, who, in 2013, became the youngest person to visit all 196 sovereign countries, has used his experience to launch a travel app, Holiday Swap.
TRE, or tension and trauma releasing exercises, help trigger neurogenic tremors that allow the body to shake off built-up stress as cavemen once did, and animals do naturally.
TRE, or tension and trauma releasing exercises, help trigger neurogenic tremors that allow the body to shake off built-up stress as cavemen once did, and animals do naturally.
American humorist Sedaris, an author and long-time contributor to The New Yorker, is in Hong Kong this week for ‘An Evening with David Sedaris’ at the Asia Society on Friday, where he plans to read some new material.
American humorist Sedaris, an author and long-time contributor to The New Yorker, is in Hong Kong this week for ‘An Evening with David Sedaris’ at the Asia Society on Friday, where he plans to read some new material.
Reverend Bill Paige on his journey from angry youth to rebellious, hard-drinking detective to Young Life minister helping other troubled kids.
Reverend Bill Paige on his journey from angry youth to rebellious, hard-drinking detective to Young Life minister helping other troubled kids.
Anthony Lau, Hongkonger who launched a social cycling group in London, initiated ‘bike train’ commute from Tsim Sha Tsui to Tsuen Wan after seeing the transport disruption caused by anti-government protests in Hong Kong.
Anthony Lau, Hongkonger who launched a social cycling group in London, initiated ‘bike train’ commute from Tsim Sha Tsui to Tsuen Wan after seeing the transport disruption caused by anti-government protests in Hong Kong.
James Asquith holds the Guinness World Record as the youngest person to visit every country in the world. His house swapping app covers 185 countries and has more than 500,000 users.
James Asquith holds the Guinness World Record as the youngest person to visit every country in the world. His house swapping app covers 185 countries and has more than 500,000 users.
Taipei, Tokyo, Osaka, London and Paris are among the best flight deals over Christmas and new year for travellers from Hong Kong, while Manila, Sapporo and Taichung are the cheapest for those willing to travel on Christmas Day.
Taipei, Tokyo, Osaka, London and Paris are among the best flight deals over Christmas and new year for travellers from Hong Kong, while Manila, Sapporo and Taichung are the cheapest for those willing to travel on Christmas Day.
Gabriel Prokofiev, the Russian-British composer, producer, and DJ, tells Kate Whitehead about his grandfather Sergei Prokofiev and growing up with his artist father, Oleg Prokofiev.
Gabriel Prokofiev, the Russian-British composer, producer, and DJ, tells Kate Whitehead about his grandfather Sergei Prokofiev and growing up with his artist father, Oleg Prokofiev.
Miriam Lancewood honed her survival skills on the road in Asia and bush-bashing on New Zealand’s South Island.
Miriam Lancewood honed her survival skills on the road in Asia and bush-bashing on New Zealand’s South Island.
Portugal’s finest arts, crafts and contemporary cooking come together in the transformed Bairro Alto hotel.
Portugal’s finest arts, crafts and contemporary cooking come together in the transformed Bairro Alto hotel.
Getting married on a tropical beach sounds like a dream, but without good planning, it can be a nightmare. Destination wedding planner Sonya Yeung shares her tips for the perfect exotic nuptials.
Getting married on a tropical beach sounds like a dream, but without good planning, it can be a nightmare. Destination wedding planner Sonya Yeung shares her tips for the perfect exotic nuptials.
The American filmmaker and explorer is featured in the new film Women of Impact.
The American filmmaker and explorer is featured in the new film Women of Impact.
Paul Niel and Esther Röling had to use public transport and follow certain rules, but smashed the record for most Unesco World Heritage Sites visited in 24 hours, and the 12-hour record too.
Paul Niel and Esther Röling had to use public transport and follow certain rules, but smashed the record for most Unesco World Heritage Sites visited in 24 hours, and the 12-hour record too.
Spas, wellness centres and even medical clinics are finding ways to use the latest in virtual reality technology to help people escape stress, anxiety and even pain by transporting them to faraway, exotic destinations.
Spas, wellness centres and even medical clinics are finding ways to use the latest in virtual reality technology to help people escape stress, anxiety and even pain by transporting them to faraway, exotic destinations.
The British motorcycle racer reveals why he loves coming back to the casino enclave.
The British motorcycle racer reveals why he loves coming back to the casino enclave.
A futuristic vessel called the Race For Water Odyssey that uses solar energy and hydrogen technologies is midway through a five-year world trip, with its crew aiming to raise awareness of plastic pollution in the world’s oceans.
A futuristic vessel called the Race For Water Odyssey that uses solar energy and hydrogen technologies is midway through a five-year world trip, with its crew aiming to raise awareness of plastic pollution in the world’s oceans.
Struggling to find clothes in her size – a UK size 12 – a Briton says it’s easier and cheaper to fly to Britain and shop there instead.
Struggling to find clothes in her size – a UK size 12 – a Briton says it’s easier and cheaper to fly to Britain and shop there instead.
The jewellery designer recalls how her grandfather, a farmer from southern China, built his fortune in Hong Kong, and how she got her big break at Cartier.
The jewellery designer recalls how her grandfather, a farmer from southern China, built his fortune in Hong Kong, and how she got her big break at Cartier.
Choose from colonial art-deco in the Capitol Building or Victoriana in Stamford House.
Choose from colonial art-deco in the Capitol Building or Victoriana in Stamford House.
His films have included various travel shows, an unsuitable matchmaking film and the first ever in-depth look at Air Force One.
His films have included various travel shows, an unsuitable matchmaking film and the first ever in-depth look at Air Force One.
You ring, you wait, you listen to a jingle over and over until it drives you insane, then you get disconnected – who doesn’t love that?
You ring, you wait, you listen to a jingle over and over until it drives you insane, then you get disconnected – who doesn’t love that?
Whether you are with your long-term partner, a new lover or travelling solo, people feel sexy in the privacy of luxury hotel rooms. Pampering yourself in a luxurious setting will soon spice things up again.
Whether you are with your long-term partner, a new lover or travelling solo, people feel sexy in the privacy of luxury hotel rooms. Pampering yourself in a luxurious setting will soon spice things up again.
Michael Board, a distance runner turned professional gambler turned Wall Street money manager, talks about how he came to be a ‘whale’ trainer to Hong Kong and Singapore VIPs.
Michael Board, a distance runner turned professional gambler turned Wall Street money manager, talks about how he came to be a ‘whale’ trainer to Hong Kong and Singapore VIPs.
There is no integrated strategy to prevent old people getting sick, report by UK centre says. Diet, loneliness and environment are neglected by a public hospital system focused on curing disease but always playing catch-up.
There is no integrated strategy to prevent old people getting sick, report by UK centre says. Diet, loneliness and environment are neglected by a public hospital system focused on curing disease but always playing catch-up.
Canadian television host Ryan Pyle turned a post-university trip into a career that has taken him from Tibet to Tanzania. ‘Leaving your phone and laptop behind and feeling the natural environment is really powerful,’ he says.
Canadian television host Ryan Pyle turned a post-university trip into a career that has taken him from Tibet to Tanzania. ‘Leaving your phone and laptop behind and feeling the natural environment is really powerful,’ he says.
Loss of volume in the outer vaginal lips is a common issue in women as they age, and can affect body confidence and subsequently sex life. A 30-minute labial filler procedure, however, can change all that.
Loss of volume in the outer vaginal lips is a common issue in women as they age, and can affect body confidence and subsequently sex life. A 30-minute labial filler procedure, however, can change all that.
High in antioxidants and packed with vitamins and minerals that can help your immune system, gut and heart, the trend for mushrooms is growing. We take a look at why we should have more of them in our daily diet, and suggest two recipes full of mushrooms.
High in antioxidants and packed with vitamins and minerals that can help your immune system, gut and heart, the trend for mushrooms is growing. We take a look at why we should have more of them in our daily diet, and suggest two recipes full of mushrooms.