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Events at WestK Nightscapes in West Kowloon Art Park this weekend include food markets, live music and workshops. Photo: WestK
What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, February 20 to 22

Enjoy music and markets in West Kowloon, take your pet to a cafe in Sheung Wan, attend a women-only workout in Quarry Bay and more.

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Taylor Swift

Austria files charges against suspect over planned 2024 Taylor Swift attack

Fame and celebrity

Who is Maya Hawke’s new husband, musician Christian Lee Hutson?

Icons and Influencers

Style according to … Paris-born, New York-based designer Joseph Altuzarra

From Rosalía on repeat, and skincare by Dr. Barbara Sturm and CeraVe, to New York hotspots, and chic hotels in Paris and Tennessee.

Designer Joseph Altuzarra worked for Marc Jacobs and Givenchy before founding his eponymous label in 2008. Photo: Handout
Fame and celebrity

Who is Oli Higginson, the actor who plays footman John in Bridgerton?

He is married to Disney alum Meaghan Martin, who was in Camp Rock with Demi Lovato and the Jonas Brothers.

Bad Bunny

Meet Bad Bunny’s brother, Bernie Martínez Ocasio – who works as a model

Bad Bunny is making headlines for his historic Super Bowl halftime performance – his brother Bernie, decked in H&M, was there to support him.

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Hong Kong celebrities and icons

Profile | How Hong Kong actress Athena Chu escaped the sex symbol trap after early fame

Athena Chu navigated beyond her initial ‘sexy goddess’ image to become an acclaimed, gritty actress and devoted family woman.

Actress Athena Chu Yan attends the 23rd Hong Kong Film Awards Presentation ceremony in Tsim Sha Tsui in 2004. While Chu’s iconic role in A Chinese Odyssey defined her early career, she has transcended the “sexy goddess” label with a variety of gritty, diverse roles. Photo: K.Y. Cheng
Interview

In conversation: Hong Kong creative duo Offgod:Tate, aka Tate and Andrew Mok

The Hong Kong-born, Gen Z brothers talk about collaborating with Adidas, and meeting their heroes Pharrell Williams and Takashi Murakami.

Hong Kong economy

Gundam, Godzilla to headline Asian IP festival Con-Con in Hong Kong

Two-day event will also showcase Japanese musicians including festival ambassador Cocomi, daughter of actor Takuya Kimura.

Bad Bunny

Meet Young Miko, who was in Bad Bunny’s set at the Super Bowl halftime show

The lesbian Puerto Rican rising star, who released her debut album Att. in 2024, is a former footballer who got her musical start on SoundCloud.

Puerto Rican rapper and singer-songwriter Young Miko has been called the female Bad Bunny. Photo: @itsyoungmiko/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

Britney Spears sells rights to her music catalogue in reported deal

The 44-year-old pop icon joins a growing list of artists who have sold their music rights in recent years.

Britney Spears. Photo: AFP
Fashion

How Bad Bunny rocked the Super Bowl halftime show with his fashion choices

The Puerto Rican rapper delivered a Spanish-only set, while Lady Gaga – in a blue dress by Luar – performed the only English lines of the show.

Fame and celebrity

Everything to know about Coco Jones – who performed at the Super Bowl

The former Disney star and Grammy-winning artist performed at the NFL Super Bowl pregame show alongside Charlie Puth and Fred Beam.

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K-pop, Mandopop, other Asian pop

K-pop-loving business expert breaks down the systems that drive the industry

Choi Jung-kiu’s new book analyses K-pop’s working parts using examples drawn from active idol groups, recent releases and everyday practices.

South Korean K-pop group Stray Kids perform in Seoul, South Korea, in 2022. In his new book, “Almost Everything You Need to Know About K-pop”, Choi Jung-kiu gives a primer on how Korea’s music industry has evolved beyond catchy melodies to become “a meticulously designed value chain”. Photo: AFP
Fame and celebrity

Who is Lorde’s rumoured music producer boyfriend, Jim-E Stack?

The ‘Solar Power’ singer and her beau were seen at Justin Bieber’s Grammys after-party and at another bash for Charli XCX’s new film, The Moment.

Lorde is rumoured to be dating Jim-E Stack, a music producer and songwriter. Photos: Reuters, @jimestack/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

Q&A | Olivia Dean opens up about her Cartier collaboration and music

The Grammy-winning British singer, known for hits like ‘Man I Need’ and ‘So Easy (To Fall in Love)’, talks about the Clash de Cartier line, music and more.

Fame and celebrity

Who is Lily Allen’s new boyfriend, Jonah Freud?

Jonah comes from an influential family indeed: his mother was once married to Princess Diana’s brother, Charles Spencer, and his father is an Oscar-winning producer.

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Pets

Do dogs like music? Experts weigh in on how songs affect our furry friends

Music seems to have a calming effect on dogs, but under what circumstances and which genre? Animal experts explain dog music dos and don’ts.

Music appears to promote relaxation in dogs and is even used to help train them. But animal behaviouralists say more research is needed to understand how much of an effect music has on dogs and in which situations. Photo: Shutterstock
Justin Bieber

From Bad Bunny to Billie Eilish, who stole the show at the 2026 Grammy Awards?

Bad Bunny thanked his mother and praised his homeland, Puerto Rico, while Billie Eilish criticised ICE at an electric 2026 Grammy Awards.

Celebrity style

The Grammys 2026 red carpet: looks that stunned and sparked conversation

The Katseye crew all wore Ludovic de Saint Sernin gowns, but the most buzzed-about look is certainly Chappell Roan’s sheer Mugler dress.

Ariana Grande

KPop Demon Hunters song Golden earns first K-pop Grammy

Best music film went to the documentary Music by John Williams, which means producer Steven Spielberg has officially won his first Grammy.

Golden from K-Pop Demon Hunters wins best song written for visual media during the premiere ceremony of the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California on Sunday. Photo: Reuters
World of performing arts

First, Ralph Fiennes played Eugene Onegin in a movie. Now he directs the opera

Fiennes made his opera directing debut this week at the Paris Opera’s ornate Palais Garnier with his unique take on Eugene Onegin.

Ralph Fiennes attends the 2025 British Academy of Film and Television Awards in London, Britain, in 2025. The actor has made his opera directing debut with a cinematic take on Eugene Onegin. Photo: Reuters
Singapore

Set-jetting to Singapore: how K-pop is driving new tourism push

Ticket sales for K-pop events in Singapore increased by about 250 per cent between 2022 and 2024.

Hong Kong celebrities and icons

Profile | From bar singer to Hong Kong icon: how Hins Cheung refused to let the dream die

The Cantopop star, who continues to sell out stadiums, is as passionate about the arts as he is about preserving heritage buildings.

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United States

How the folksy ‘Genuine American Hero’ became an anti-ICE anthem

Shootings in Minneapolis have led to scathing criticism from the likes of Jesse Welles and Bruce Springsteen.

Jesse Welles performs at the Metropol in Berlin, Germany, on December 15, 2025. The American guitarist and singer has emerged as a modern-day protest troubadour. Photo: Redferns
Hong Kong entertainment

What were lead singer Rosé’s local snack choices at Blackpink’s Hong Kong shows?

Classic street foods take the spotlight as K-pop star samples local favourites throughout the group’s world tour finale at Kai Tak Stadium.

Blackpink star Rosé sampled a host of local snacks during the group’s final world tour shows at the 50,000-seat Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Handout
Cinema

What to know about Charli XCX’s A24 mockumentary film The Moment

Set to release in the US on January 30, the mockumentary – also featuring Kylie Jenner in her acting debut – is about a pop star preparing for her first arena tour.

Hong Kong entertainment

Blackpink fever hits Hong Kong as Rosé delights in local snack on way to stage

Thousands of fans from the city and beyond pack Kai Tak Stadium as the girl group kick off the final leg of their record-breaking Deadline world tour.

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