https://www.scmp.com/rss/148498/feed Keith covers travel trends, new technologies and other business topics. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Read more of SCMP’s Good Schools Guide With the reopening of international travel to and from Hong Kong, most international schools have resumed their overseas exchange programmes – regarded by educators as essential for students’ learning and personal development. Community-based experiential learning is no longer an extracurricular opportunity for some students, but rather a core component of an international school’s programme and identity that all students participate in, says Matthew... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3218689/foreign-exchange-trips-are-restarting-schools-seeing-them-core-programmes-aid-intercultural?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3218689/foreign-exchange-trips-are-restarting-schools-seeing-them-core-programmes-aid-intercultural?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Jun 2023 03:00:12 +0000 Learning a second language can help develop a student’s cognitive abilities for better thinking, reasoning and problem-solving skills, and those who speak multiple languages are more likely to excel in other academic subjects. Fluency in a foreign language can also prepare students for future studies and their career in our global economy. To this end, nearly all Hong Kong’s international schools offer students options to learn a second, or even third, language in addition to English, which is... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3203397/learning-another-language-transforms-how-children-think-and-outside-classroom-heres-how-students-are?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3203397/learning-another-language-transforms-how-children-think-and-outside-classroom-heres-how-students-are?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Feb 2023 03:00:11 +0000 Read more of SCMP’s annual Professional Education guide The Juris Doctor (JD) is a postgraduate programme to prepare students from different academic backgrounds to practise law or work in law-related fields. It is also a path to the Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL), which is required under Hong Kong’s existing legislative framework to gain recognition and admission as a lawyer, making the JD a popular choice for those looking for a career switch. In Hong Kong, JD degrees are offered by... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3203230/law-degrees-hong-kong-how-universities-are-preparing-students-various-academic-backgrounds-work-law?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3203230/law-degrees-hong-kong-how-universities-are-preparing-students-various-academic-backgrounds-work-law?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Dec 2022 03:00:18 +0000 Singapore is the second-most densely populated country in the world, but also ranks among the top cities in Asia-Pacific in terms of sustainability, due largely to the government’s initiatives of recent years. The focus on sustainability has also become a differentiating factor in the real estate market. For property owners and investors, this is expected to enhance the return on their properties in the future. In the Arcadis Sustainable Cities Index, Singapore ranks 35th in the world and 4th in... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/singapore-national-day-2022/article/3188126/how-singapore?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/singapore-national-day-2022/article/3188126/how-singapore?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 09 Aug 2022 09:00:12 +0000 Read more stories from SCMP’s Private Banking Directory 2022 China’s reported GDP growth of 4.8 per cent in the year’s first quarter may have defied expectations – but the momentum is unlikely to be sustained due to the sudden spread of coronavirus. The five-week lockdown of Shanghai disrupted business activities and the supply chain. While the restrictions have been eased gradually, analysts believe the country’s economy will only recover in the second half of the year. China’s goal of becoming... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3182605/despite-disruptions-and-restrictions-steady-recovery-predicted?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3182605/despite-disruptions-and-restrictions-steady-recovery-predicted?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Jun 2022 03:00:15 +0000 A veteran of the denim industry in Hong Kong, Philip Law Yuk-moon started buying art toys in 1998 to decorate the offices of his own company, a supplier and manufacturer of premium denim jeans and streetwear. Law is passionate about Kaws and Bearbrick figures and, over the past 20 years, has acquired several hundred – turning his office into a mini museum. “I love Kaws figures because of their extraordinary design and, unexpectedly, with their ever-increasing prices, they are a good investment... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3162444/meet-philip-law-hong-kong-fashion-veteran-and-collector?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3162444/meet-philip-law-hong-kong-fashion-veteran-and-collector?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:00:19 +0000 This article was part of a special supplement on private banking which was published in the South China Morning Post print edition on October 20, 2021. Sustainable investing has been gaining popularity over the past decade as investors become are increasingly concerned about environmental and social impacts of their investments as well as the financial returns. While the Covid-19 pandemic over the past one and half years has caused an unprecedented disruption to the global economy, it has also... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3152958/climate-change-sustainable-investments-rise-investors-tie?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3152958/climate-change-sustainable-investments-rise-investors-tie?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 21 Oct 2021 02:00:23 +0000 Low-density luxury properties in Kowloon Central are sought-after by affluent families, especially those with children, because of the high quality school network in the area. While Kowloon Tong remains the district’s very heart, an increasing number of prestigious properties are coming up in the surrounding areas, from the mid-level Beacon Hill to the north of Kowloon Tong, to Ho Man Tin in the south. Kowloon Tong has been home to the city’s wealthiest citizens since the 1920s, and is dotted... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3111414/kowloon-central-beating-heart-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3111414/kowloon-central-beating-heart-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 28 Nov 2020 02:00:16 +0000 There are many reasons fitness-minded travellers like to go for a run during a holiday. They may want to stay in shape on the road, burn off extra calories, explore new places, or simply maintain their fitness routines. But a “runcation” is more than just squeezing a run into your itinerary; it’s to plan for a holiday around a race or experience. The 5 most extreme hiking trails in Hong Kong You don’t need to be a devoted athlete or running enthusiast to enjoy the benefits of a runcation either,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3031971/how-these-big-six-running-holidays-allow-you-see-world?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3031971/how-these-big-six-running-holidays-allow-you-see-world?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 08 Oct 2019 06:34:01 +0000 With the arrival of cooler weather, hiking will become even more popular as a weekend activity for health-conscious Hongkongers. The growing popularity of hiking has also resulted in an increase in accidents. In 2017, the Fire Services Department received a total of 1,372 search and rescue calls involving hikers, with 175 injuries and 15 deaths. Although accidents can happen to the most experienced hikers, adequate preparations and precautions are always advised, as most mishaps result from poor... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3026457/5-most-extreme-hiking-trails-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/well-being/article/3026457/5-most-extreme-hiking-trails-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 15 Sep 2019 18:00:12 +0000 Thanks to Art Basel and Hong Kong Arts Month, shopping malls, hotels and even office blocks are coming together to host exhibitions that offer diversified art experiences. The events will also provide valuable platform for emerging artists from within Asia and elsewhere to reach a wider audience, and help promote the city as a regional arts hub. One of the city’s largest shopping malls, Harbour City on the waterfront at Tsim Sha Tsui, is hosting its “Art in Life” Special Exhibitions within the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3003330/enjoy-art-basel-free-best-public-art-hong-kong-malls?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3003330/enjoy-art-basel-free-best-public-art-hong-kong-malls?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 27 Mar 2019 05:00:06 +0000 With 4G networks widely available in all major cities around the world, getting online when travelling has never been easier and faster. Yet for those people who have multiple devices such as smartphones, tablets and notebooks, or those who travel in a small group, a portal Wi-fi router will be helpful because you can share Wi-fi with multiple devices using the same data SIM card. It is also more secure than using hotel or public Wi-fi access because most routers will encrypt data so that no one... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3001694/5-best-portable-4g-wi-fi-routers-keep-you-connected?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3001694/5-best-portable-4g-wi-fi-routers-keep-you-connected?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Mar 2019 08:48:55 +0000 The world’s largest exhibition for the mobile phone industry, The Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona, in Spain has often been the launch pad for the latest smartphone innovations. The roll-out of fifth-generation (5G) mobile services in the United States and South Korea is expected in the second half of this year. That means the focus of this year’s show, at the Fira de Barcelona convention centre, from February 25 to 28, will be on the arrival of the industry’s first 5G smartphones. Huawei... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2186808/will-huaweis-foldable-smartphone-bend-it-beckham-mobile?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2186808/will-huaweis-foldable-smartphone-bend-it-beckham-mobile?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 Feb 2019 02:31:42 +0000 Samsung has previously been announcing its new flagship phones at the annual Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, but not this year. Instead, the South Korean maker has chosen to unveil its new Galaxy S10 series at an “Unpacked” event in both San Francisco and London on February 20 – five days before the start of MWC, the world’s largest show for mobile devices. Samsung lets people reserve Galaxy S10 smartphone – a week before it’s announced The S10 series will be a massive redesign to mark... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2186175/what-we-know-about-samsungs-galaxy-s10-series-ahead-next?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2186175/what-we-know-about-samsungs-galaxy-s10-series-ahead-next?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 15 Feb 2019 02:30:45 +0000 Whether your goal is to run a personal best time or just to finish the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon on Sunday, February 17, a reliable watch allows you to keep track of your performance during the race. It’s easy to find the latest running watches from the major brands in Hong Kong. But choosing the right one can be bewildering. “You need to understand what your needs are before deciding what functions you want, because the more the functions, the more expensive the watch will be”, says... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2184935/top-6-timepieces-help-you-stay-track-hong-kong-marathon?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2184935/top-6-timepieces-help-you-stay-track-hong-kong-marathon?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 11 Feb 2019 04:00:26 +0000 The smallest of the four main islands that make up Japan, Shikoku is less visited compared to other parts of the country despite its mild climate, natural scenery, historical places and traditional festivals. Literally meaning “four countries”, Shikoku comprises Tokushima, Kagawa, Ehime and Kochi prefectures. Once considered a remote destination, Shikoku is now easily accessible with the connection of three highway bridges across the Seto Inland Sea to Honshu (Japan’s main island). From Hong... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/japan-business-report-feb-2019/article/2184414/shikoku?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/japan-business-report-feb-2019/article/2184414/shikoku?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Feb 2019 11:00:43 +0000 Shikoku has several traditional festivals, but none is as renowned as the Awa Dance (Awa Odori) Festival in Tokushima city which attracts some 1.3 million tourists each year from all over Japan and overseas. The largest such event in the country is held in the summer as part of the Obon festival, a Buddhist custom to honour the spirits of one’s ancestors. This year’s event takes place from August 12 to 15. Awa dance is one of Japan’s representative traditional performances practised in Tokushima... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/japan-business-report-feb-2019/article/2184412/dance?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/japan-business-report-feb-2019/article/2184412/dance?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Feb 2019 10:31:00 +0000 With the expected launch of 5G mobile services in the United States later this year, the next generation of mobile phone communications was a major theme at last week’s four-day International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, better known simply as CES 2019. Samsung was the only handset maker to unveil a 5G smartphone prototype at the event, which ended on Friday, but major wireless carriers and equipment manufacturers turned out in force to demonstrate their 5G capabilities. 11 futuristic... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2182008/ces-2019-samsung-unveils-5g-smartphone-prototype?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2182008/ces-2019-samsung-unveils-5g-smartphone-prototype?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 14 Jan 2019 10:33:59 +0000 It’s January, which means you’re serious about those New Year’s resolutions, which means you’ve committed to going to the gym seriously this time. That means you’re thinking of splurging on a smartwatch, which means that unless you read this review, you might just end up having all the gear with no idea. Chances are, you’ve probably read some of the reviews out there for the Fitbit Versa smartwatch already, but this one looks at how runners and gym-goers might use the watch differently. Why... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/2181498/we-review-fitbit-versa-smartwatch-what-do-marathon-runner?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches/article/2181498/we-review-fitbit-versa-smartwatch-what-do-marathon-runner?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Jan 2019 18:02:44 +0000 When thinking of Swiss cuisine, what comes to mind for many Hongkongers may not be fondue and raclette, but a version of chicken wings served in many of the city’s cha chaan teng, or tea restaurants. Swiss Wings are similar to soy sauce-flavoured chicken wings, but with a sweeter sauce. They’ve been around for more than a century, but have nothing to do with Switzerland, or Hong Kong, for that matter. It’s generally believed that chicken wings were created in the twilight years of the Qing... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2180356/if-swiss-chicken-wings-didnt-originate-switzerland-or?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2180356/if-swiss-chicken-wings-didnt-originate-switzerland-or?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Jan 2019 06:04:41 +0000 This story was originally published in XXIV magazine 2018 Effective time management boils down to prioritisation, preparation and patience. So says David Pun, chairman and CEO of Evisu Group, who has turned a niche denim house in Japan into a major lifestyle brand in the region with more than 160 stand-alone shops. He is also a keen racing driver, competing in professional events such as the Asian Formula Renault Series and China GT with Aston Martin Racing. View this post on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2177399/evisu-boss-david-pun-success-comes-constant-fine-tuning?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2177399/evisu-boss-david-pun-success-comes-constant-fine-tuning?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 28 Dec 2018 02:02:19 +0000 If you’ve signed up for the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon in February but haven’t made a dent in your training plan, or have simply fallen behind on your daily fitness schedule, these 7 trails in Kowloon and on Hong Kong Island will be at your feet in no time. The routes have several advantages: they are easily accessible from major business districts on both sides of Victoria Harbour, allow you to go on daily short runs before or after work – or even during your lunch break – and,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2178740/7-best-hong-kong-running-routes-great-views-help-your?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2178740/7-best-hong-kong-running-routes-great-views-help-your?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Dec 2018 05:00:31 +0000 The impressive-looking National Kaohsiung Centre for the Arts – also called Weiwuying – which opened in Taiwan in October, is the largest performing arts centre in the world. The project, which was built at a cost of NT$10.7 billion (US$360 million) over eight years, is the most significant cultural project in Taiwan for more than two decades. 4 avant-garde buildings in Macau designed by renowned architects Here are 5 things you should know about this extraordinary building. 1. How big is... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2177361/5-things-know-about-taiwans-national-kaohsiung-centre?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2177361/5-things-know-about-taiwans-national-kaohsiung-centre?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Dec 2018 04:03:56 +0000 Once shunned by global hotel groups, Taiwan has seen international hotels returning in recent years. In the Taipei metropolitan area, three international-branded hotels have opened since July, and two more are expected to open by end of this year. 6 avant-garde luxury hotels for a futuristic experience These hotels include Four Points by Sheraton and Renaissance both under Marriott International; Hilton, which has returned after an absence of 15 years with two properties; and IHG’s first hotel... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2173909/5-new-hotels-are-setting-taipeis-skyline-alight?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2173909/5-new-hotels-are-setting-taipeis-skyline-alight?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 29 Nov 2018 18:01:52 +0000 DJI, the Chinese technology company known for making drones, has launched what it says is the world’s smallest three-axis stabilised camera, for taking on-the-go pictures and video at family events or on your travels. The design of the pocket-sized Osmo Pocket, which is 12 centimetres (4.5 inches) tall, was probably inspired by camera buffs who shoot video by holding an ultra-portable Mavic Air drone in one hand. Pocket-sized Sony DSC-WX800 digital camera’s zoom lens packs a big punch It can be... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2175599/worlds-smallest-3-axis-stabilised-camera-dji-osmo-pocket?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2175599/worlds-smallest-3-axis-stabilised-camera-dji-osmo-pocket?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 29 Nov 2018 08:02:55 +0000 Once shunned by global hotel groups, Taiwan has seen international hotels returning in recent years. Five are expected to open in the second half of this year in the Taipei metropolitan area. These include Four Points by Sheraton, and Renaissance under Marriott International, as well as the Hilton, which returns after an absence of 15 years with two properties. IHG’s first hotel under the luxury Kimpton brand will also open. In July, Four Points by Sheraton Linkou had a soft opening in New... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/taiwan-business-report-2018/article/2173184/global-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/taiwan-business-report-2018/article/2173184/global-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 Nov 2018 08:03:15 +0000 A host of stars are expected to attend this year’s Tmall 2018 Double 11 Carnival Night on Saturday in Shanghai, on the eve of the 10th anniversary of the “Singles’ Day” Global Shopping Festival. Under the theme of “harmony between heaven and human”, the carnival night is set to be one of the most star-studded TV shows in China this winter. The event will be jointly broadcast live by Zhejiang TV, Dragon TV and Youku from 8pm as stars from stage and screen as well as the music industry seek to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2172437/who-will-turn-years-star-studded-tmall-double-11?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2172437/who-will-turn-years-star-studded-tmall-double-11?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Nov 2018 18:03:03 +0000 Robot vacuum cleaners have been around for some time and the latest models come with smart features, which means they can clean and wash the floors automatically and efficiently. The devices can listen to your voice commands and remember the floor plan of your home so they clean in every single corner and make the floors spotless while you are sitting there on the settee watching your favourite television show. IFA 2018: How smart kitchen appliances are cooking up a storm The newest models... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2171957/how-keep-your-smart-robo-cleaner-right-path-voice?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2171957/how-keep-your-smart-robo-cleaner-right-path-voice?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Nov 2018 18:03:14 +0000 Taiwanese smartphone maker HTC’s announcement yesterday of the Exodus, the world’s first blockchain phone, is being seen as another attempt to revive its fortunes by investing in emerging technologies. The move comes after the company’s move into the virtual reality (VR) market with its VIVE Pro headset earlier this year. About seven years ago the company was the world’s third largest mobile phone maker. However, HTC has been suffering from falling sales over the past few years. Samsung keen to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2169672/who-cher-wang-tycoon-out-revive-htcs-glory-years-worlds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2169672/who-cher-wang-tycoon-out-revive-htcs-glory-years-worlds?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 24 Oct 2018 02:04:54 +0000 Following the success of the past two years, the Japanese consulate in Hong Kong has launched the third edition of the Japan Autumn Festival in Hong Kong – Rediscovering Nippon (Japan Autumn Festival) in Hong Kong, with most events in October and November. Nearly 140 Japanese culture-related events have been organised by the consulate, together with other Japanese cultural organisations, schools, enterprises, local governments, and other groups in Hong Kong. These activities include movies,... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/japan-business-report-october-2018/article/2168054/consulate?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/japan-business-report-october-2018/article/2168054/consulate?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 17 Oct 2018 06:00:59 +0000 A technology start-up in the United States is to start production on what it says is the world’s first all-in-one smart home hub using levitation technology. The smart device, called the Moon, features a floating high-definition camera – suspended in the air with no support apart from magnetic fields – that can rotate 360 degrees, making it ideal for home security. Electric racing car designed by Green4U Technologies will rival petrol and hybrid models It is being developed by i-Ring, which... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2167835/would-you-want-floating-camera-keep-eye-your-home-moons?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2167835/would-you-want-floating-camera-keep-eye-your-home-moons?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Oct 2018 18:02:42 +0000 As the top city for conventions in Asia, Singapore has no shortage of event venues. However, it is still challenging for event organisers to find a one-of-a-kind place that makes their event stand out. Here are some unique event and meeting venues that recently became available. 1. Huone Clarke Quay Opened in early 2017, Huone Clarke Quay is Singapore’s first event hotel, a concept that originated in Finland. Instead of guest rooms, it offers 11 meeting rooms with creative thematic settings.... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2165452/3-stylish-event-venues-singapore-make-your-meeting?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2165452/3-stylish-event-venues-singapore-make-your-meeting?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 25 Sep 2018 02:03:14 +0000 Smart home appliances continued to be a key focus at IFA 2018, the world’s leading exhibition for electronics products and home appliances, which closed on September 5 in Berlin. The Smart Home section saw 70 exhibitors from worldwide show off their latest innovations for the connected home. This year, the focus of smart home seems to have shifted from the living home to the kitchen, with several major brands launching innovations. LG of Korea took the opportunity to introduce the latest... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2164060/ifa-2018-how-smart-kitchen-appliances-are-cooking-storm?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2164060/ifa-2018-how-smart-kitchen-appliances-are-cooking-storm?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Sep 2018 09:01:53 +0000 The Ghana Eagles are emerging on the international rugby scene. On May 12, the national squad defeated Mauritius to win the 2018 Rugby Africa Bronze Cup at the Nduom Sports Stadium, in Elmina, Ghana. With this win, the Eagles qualified for the 2019 Rugby Africa Silver Cup, in which they will compete with five other teams for the chance to play in the Rugby Africa Gold Cup (the Africa Cup) in 2020. The victory is another milestone for Ghana in the sport, having been granted full member status by... https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/ghana-country-report-2018/article/2162182/ghana-eagles-swoop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/country-reports/country-reports/topics/ghana-country-report-2018/article/2162182/ghana-eagles-swoop?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 03 Sep 2018 07:03:08 +0000 DJI has announced two new top-of-the-line models of its Mavic 2 drones: the Mavic 2 Pro, which offers image quality relevant to a professional camera, and the Mavic 2 Zoom, which offers zooming capacity comparable to a 96mm telephoto lens. Why Galaxy Note 9’s camera is closest to world’s best, Google Pixel 2 Designed for professionals, aerial photographers and content creators, the Mavic 2 Pro incorporates the Mavic Pro folding design, featuring a flight time of up to 31 minutes and a more... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2162221/drones-are-getting-smarter-mavic-2-models-now-come-new?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2162221/drones-are-getting-smarter-mavic-2-models-now-come-new?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 01 Sep 2018 08:00:21 +0000 Chinese singer-songwriter Faye Wong made a surprise comeback by appearing on Hunan Television’s new reality show, PhantaCity on July 20 – but she is not finished yet. She is expected to push the programme’s rating to a new high when she returns in front of the cameras on Friday – alongside her daughters Leah Dou Jingtong, 21, and Li Yan, 12. Wong kicked off the programme’s first episode with a music video of one of her biggest hits, Dream Lover in Cantonese, a cover version of The Cranberries’... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2158664/chinese-singer-faye-wong-proves-hit-her-return-spotlight?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2158664/chinese-singer-faye-wong-proves-hit-her-return-spotlight?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Aug 2018 02:01:52 +0000 Two international hotel chains in mainland China have started using hi-tech innovations such as check-in facial recognition sensors and artificial intelligence (AI) room service features to improve the comfort and convenience of guests. The equipment being introduced by Marriott International and InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has been devised in collaboration with the nation’s leading technology companies. ‘Adventurous’ millennial holidaymakers less loyal to hotel brands, says Asian travel... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2157939/chinas-hotel-facial-recognition-check-ins-and-ai-smart?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2157939/chinas-hotel-facial-recognition-check-ins-and-ai-smart?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Aug 2018 02:00:30 +0000 With the launch of Samsung’s Galaxy Note 9 less than three weeks away, it’s almost certain that this new flagship Android smartphone will have a similar look and design to its predecessor, the Note 8, but with a slightly larger screen, a larger battery and other top-of-the-line improvements and features. Samsung has announced that Note 9 is being launched in New York on August 9. The invitation it posed on Twitter shows an S-pen (a special stylus that comes with the phone for writing and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2155916/samsungs-galaxy-note-9-what-can-we-expect?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2155916/samsungs-galaxy-note-9-what-can-we-expect?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Jul 2018 02:30:45 +0000 Hyatt Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of three new hotels later this year – in Okinawa, Bangkok and Bali – under the Hyatt Regency brand. While the hotel group has been opening new hotels globally throughout the year, these three properties are located in destinations popular with Hongkongers, with frequent flight connections from Hong Kong.  1. Hyatt Regency Seragaki Island Okinawa  Opening in August, the resort hotel is located on a private island midway between the main island’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2155651/3-new-hyatt-regency-openings-hongkongers-will-love?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2155651/3-new-hyatt-regency-openings-hongkongers-will-love?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Jul 2018 05:01:42 +0000 Keith Chan Keith Chan Millennial travellers are more adventurous and less loyal to any one hotel brand when going on holiday in Asia, compared with older travellers who generally prefer to stick with classic choices, new research reveals. China’s millennials are driving world travel growth The 2018 Best in Travel Poll carried out by the online travel magazine, Smart Travel Asia, offers insights into travel trends and brand preferences among travellers that make an average of 14 annual air trips within and to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2155127/adventurous-millennial-holidaymakers-less-loyal-hotel?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2155127/adventurous-millennial-holidaymakers-less-loyal-hotel?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 17 Jul 2018 02:01:33 +0000 Two Italian start-ups have devised smart modular solutions for hassle-free indoor gardening and on the external walls of buildings. With the help of Wi-fi, sensors, mobile apps and a robotic arm, these systems need minimal maintenance while taking care of the plants automatically. The Living Farm Tree, developed by Hexagro Urban Farming from Milan, is a modular, customisable system suitable for customers who want to produce their own food indoors. The system can be used for growing any plants... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2152726/future-urban-planting-smart-modular-solutions-italy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2152726/future-urban-planting-smart-modular-solutions-italy?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 28 Jun 2018 06:03:14 +0000 More international hotel brands are venturing into Warsaw, Poland’s capital, in Eastern Europe. The city is becoming increasingly attractive as a travel destination due to its cultural and entertainment offerings. Here are two of the best recent openings, ideal for either business or leisure. Raffles Europejski Warsaw Opening on June 1, Raffles Europejski Warsaw is the first hotel from Raffles Hotels & Resorts to operate in the city. It is fully restored from a neo-Renaissance palace built in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2151626/check-best-new-hotels-warsaw-business-or-leisure?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2151626/check-best-new-hotels-warsaw-business-or-leisure?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 21 Jun 2018 06:02:40 +0000 Xiamen Airlines (XiamenAir) is one of the city’s most successful enterprises. The first airline in China to operate under the modern enterprise system, it has also been praised by President Xi Jinping as the “the epitome of China’s aviation industry”. Established in 1984, XiamenAir has become one of the largest airlines on the mainland and the largest all-Boeing fleet carrier. On May 22, it took delivery of its 200th aircraft: its first Boeing 737 MAX, which is equipped with some of the latest... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/china-business/topics/go-china/article/2150701/xiamen-airlines-epitome?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/china-business/topics/go-china/article/2150701/xiamen-airlines-epitome?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Jun 2018 03:17:04 +0000 As a strategic port of the 21st century Maritime Silk Road, and part of Beijing’s global trade strategy, the “Belt and Road Initiative”, Xiamen has attracted more foreign investment and expanded its business and trade connections with countries along the maritime route and further afield. Last year, 1,145 foreign-invested enterprises were set up in the city, with contracted investment of 32.81 billion yuan (HK$40.3 billion). Actual foreign investment used by these enterprises totalled 16.01... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-xiamen/article/2150703/xiamen-makes-most-its-location-21st?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-xiamen/article/2150703/xiamen-makes-most-its-location-21st?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Jun 2018 02:50:11 +0000 The summit between United States President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has been scheduled for the Capella Singapore hotel in Sentosa on June 12. Security would have been a major consideration in the choice of venue because Sentosa is an island connected to the mainland by a causeway. While several luxury hotels exist in Sentosa, Capella is probably the best place for guests to experience the island state’s colonial architecture and culture. Singapore boasts a number of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2149538/4-iconic-heritage-hotels-consider-next-time-you-visit?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2149538/4-iconic-heritage-hotels-consider-next-time-you-visit?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 07 Jun 2018 03:34:04 +0000 With Apple’s WWDC (Worldwide Developers Conference) in San Jose around the corner, speculation heats up again over whether the company will use the occasion to announce its new iPhones or the schedules, apart from the usual new MacOS and IOS features. Earlier this year, there were rumours that Apple might announce the iPhone SE2 – the successor to the iPhone SE, the 4-inch (diagonal screen size) entry-level iPhone – at WWDC from June 4 to 8. But with more information surfacing, it looks unlikely... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2148750/what-you-should-know-about-apples-new-iphones-ahead?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2148750/what-you-should-know-about-apples-new-iphones-ahead?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 Jun 2018 06:01:36 +0000 This year is Hainan’s 30th anniversary, and a massive leap in the province’s development. Haikou, the capital city, is well placed to make the most of new opportunities. In April, President Xi Jinping paid a three-day visit to Haikou after attending the Boao Forum. At a gathering celebrating the 30th anniversary of the founding of Hainan Province and the Hainan special economic zone, Xi announced the government’s decision to support the transformation of the whole Hainan Island into a pilot... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-haikou/article/2148512/emboldened-haikou-line-huge-windfall?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-haikou/article/2148512/emboldened-haikou-line-huge-windfall?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 30 May 2018 10:22:29 +0000 The convention and exhibition industry in Haikou is growing and is expected to play a key role in the city’s economic transformation, contributing estimated revenue of 20 billion yuan (HK$24.55 billion) by 2020. Last year, Haikou hosted 8,002 conventions and exhibitions, up 27 per cent from 2016, accounting for 49 per cent of all events held in Hainan province. Among the events, 46 each had more than 1,000 delegates. There were 20 international events during the year, including the International... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-haikou/article/2148500/haikous-convention-and-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-haikou/article/2148500/haikous-convention-and-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 30 May 2018 09:41:59 +0000 Hotels in Haikou have seen a steady increase in corporate and leisure bookings in recent months, and this growth is expected to be boosted by the central government’s plans to turn Hainan into a free-trade area. Hotel reservations have been increased by the expansion of visa-free entry to Hainan and the introduction of more direct foreign flights to Haikou. Erica Loh, managing director of The Ritz-Carlton Haikou and Renaissance Haikou, says IT companies such as Alibaba (owner of the South China... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-haikou/article/2148494/haikou-hotels-poised-profit-free?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-haikou/article/2148494/haikou-hotels-poised-profit-free?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 30 May 2018 09:36:05 +0000 Mission Hills Haikou moved closer to becoming a one-stop leisure destination for visitors to Haikou, with the opening of the Wet ‘n’ Wild water theme park this month. Covering an area of 22 square kilometres, Mission Hills Haikou was developed by Mission Hills Group of Hong Kong, operator of Mission Hills in Shenzhen and Dongguan. Located in a volcanic landscape south of the city centre, it is also about 15 minutes by car from the Meilan International Airport. The resort, opened in March 2010,... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-haikou/article/2148492/mission-hills-haikou-unveils-latest?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/go-china-haikou/article/2148492/mission-hills-haikou-unveils-latest?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 30 May 2018 09:31:00 +0000