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Norrona’s Canvas Telemark experience in Norway is for travellers who find their calm in wild places and do not mind a bit of roughing it to get there. Photo: Instagram/norronaadventure
Tourism

Great holiday escapes to help you unwind and reset your nervous system

These seven destinations will help you calm your mind and body through nature, science, scenery and a slower pace of life.

Fame and celebrity

Meet Megan Lawless, who plays Sarah in the hit horror film Obsession

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Style Edit

Style Edit: Masterpiece by King Fook presents pieces from 4 European jewellers

Style Edit: Rolex powers tennis’ history-makers at the 125th French Open

The tournament at Roland-Garros features 3 of last year’s singles finalists: Rolex Testimonees Jannik Sinner and Coco Gauff, and Aryna Sabalenka.

Coco Gauff of the US holds the French Open women’s singles trophy in June 2025. Photo: Handout

Why your perfume smells different depending on the season

Here’s how to make your fragrance wardrobe work for you through the seasons, from citrus top notes that vanish in the summer heat to base notes that bloom in the cold.

ByteDance AI films shake up Cannes as TikTok owner challenges Hollywood norms

A new cinematic tool, Seedance 2.0, can generate feature-length movies for a fraction of traditional costs.

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Best movies from the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, from Fjord to Minotaur

The 2026 Cannes Film Festival may have lacked its usual blockbusters, but that gave indie films more exposure. Here are 10 of the best.

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Virginie Efira in a still from All of a Sudden – one of the highlights of the Cannes Film Festival – directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi.

China sales hold up as European luxury brands warn of Iran war impact

While LVMH, Hermes and Prada recorded increased sales in Chinese market, Kering reported a decline.

Style Edit: Prada adds larger, smaller and men’s versions of the Bonnie bag

The maison’s handbags have long been must-haves, from the Nylon to the Galleria and Cleo – and now the Bonnie, beloved by Selena Gomez and Bella Hadid.

Style Edit: Hearts on Fire marks 30 years of defining diamond brilliance

To mark 30 years, Hearts on Fire’s new campaign asks, What’s Your Signature?, celebrating self-expression and modern luxury diamond jewellery to enjoy every day.

A model wears pieces from Hearts on Fire’s Dream collection. Photo: Handout

Chinese scientists develop handheld cancer detection device

The new system is about 10,000 times more sensitive than traditional methods at detecting early-stage lung cancer.

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Chinese scientists have developed a handheld device that can detect early-stage cancer biomarkers from a single drop of blood with up to 94.9 per cent accuracy. Photo: Shutterstock

Beauty sleep? The skincare products migrating from bathroom to bedroom

K-beauty did it a long time ago, but now bedside beauty is rising alongside ‘sleepmaxxing’, from Laneige’s Lip Sleeping Mask to silk and self-heating eye masks.

Meet Meredith Duxbury, the TikTok influencer who walked at Gucci cruise 2027

The TikTok star has gone from viral foundation routine to Gucci runway debut and A-list connections … but is she really dating Orlando Bloom?

Are mould and toxins in your home making you ill? How to reduce health risks

Mould thrives in humid climates, and certain furniture can introduce particles that can cause coughs and even cancer. Here’s how to stay safe.

Black mould is a chronic health hazard that thrives in humid climates such as Hong Kong’s. Experts share how to rid your home of harmful particles that can cause coughs, allergic reactions and even cancer. Photo: Shutterstock

How Mr Mahjong is telling Hong Kong stories through his outdoor exhibition

Daniel Wu, a self-professed terrible mahjong player, takes pieces from the traditional tile-based game and carves ‘almost anything’ on them.

Daniel Wu, aka Mr Mahjong, is a Hong Kong-based contemporary artist and designer focused on traditional mahjong culture. His first outdoor “exhibition” takes over a street in Hong Kong. Photo: Sun Yeung

Spirited bidding, rare gems: inside Hong Kong’s jewellery auction revival

Fierce bidding drove record jewellery auction results last year, with Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels on the block – and spring 2026 is following suit.

Meet Away’s glam co-founder, Jen Rubio – a fashionista in the making

The co-founder of luggage manufacturer Away has been making fashion waves at Cannes and the Met Gala – so who is she exactly?

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3 must-have bags to redefine summer style

Summer’s most coveted accessories, from Fendi’s raffia Peekaboo to Métier’s suede The Patchwork and Silvia Tcherassi’s Sofia Tennis bag.

Silvia Tcherassi has a new model of its Sofia bag that’s inspired by the preppy world of tennis. Photo: Handout

‘Fjord’ by Romania’s Mungiu wins Palme d’Or at Cannes

The film stars Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve as a couple who have their children taken from them by child services for spanking them.

‘It’s a Geena-sance’: Geena Davis on Netflix’s The Boroughs and Coachella skit

The Thelma & Louise star shares her delight in returning as a bellicose retiree in Netflix’s new sci-fi as she reflects on an iconic career.

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Meet Mika Abdalla, who plays Hannah’s bestie Allie Hayes in Off Campus

Abdalla’s character Allie made waves after wearing a replica of Jennifer Lopez’s 2000 Grammys Versace dress for Halloween in Off Campus.

Mika Abdalla is a rising star who’s already a fan favourite in Off Campus. Photo: @rollacoaster/Instagram

Latest K-drama casting news about Nana, Lee Jong-suk and more

Nana is looking at the lead in Netflix thriller Ma Theresa, while Lee Jong-suk has been offered a role in Disney+ drama Paradise.

South Korean actress Nana in a still from Climax. Nana has received an offer to star in the coming Netflix series Ma Theresa. Photo: courtesy of ENA

Our cheat sheet for the best things to do in Hong Kong, May 24–30

Enjoy a seasonal mango menu at Gaylord Indian Restaurant, try The Green Door’s new drinks, be dazzled by Chow Tai Fook’s Gold Ginkgo Tree and enjoy art with a side of charity on Shin Hing Street.

How GLP-1s are more than just weight-loss wonders – but not without risk

Research suggests GLP-1s like Ozempic may help with more than just weight loss and type 2 diabetes, but experts warn of risks from abuse.

How to Style like Oprah Winfrey in her joyous return to Paris Fashion Week

Everyone’s favourite media mogul wowed at fashion week in Chanel, Chloé and Stella McCartney.

Everyone’s favourite media mogul Oprah Winfrey donned boho-chic at Paris Fashion Week in March. Photo: Chloé

Chinese fast-fashion juggernaut Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane

The ‘jarring’ takeover bid arrives at a time when Everlane is struggling with weak sales and higher debt.

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Chinese fast fashion heavyweight Shein is buying Everlane for an undisclosed price. The deal comes as Everlane is struggling. Photo: AP

Soft Hours: artist Juno Shen’s Song dynasty teahouse for today’s New Yorkers

An ode to slow living that dovetails with ‘Chinamaxxing’ trends, the fully functional artwork/retreat serves teas that change according to the seasons in keeping with ancient Chinese beliefs.

Style Edit: Chanel’s fireside chat to discuss all things time – and the J12

Chanel brought together director Juno Mak, architect Betty Ng, and Olympic swimmer Siobhan Haughey for an intimate fireside chat last month.

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Fashion & Beauty
The latest news on fashion and beauty, including fashion designers and houses, cosmetic brands, fashion week and the red carpet. Also covers beauty products and treatments, cosmetics releases, make-up trends, plus jewellery, accessories and watches.