Charmaine Yu
Reporter, Culture
Charmaine Yu is a reporter at the Post. She studied English and Political Science at the University of Toronto, earning nominations for national journalism awards in Canada. She is interested in telling stories about Hong Kong culture and the Asian diaspora.
Charmaine Yu is a reporter at the Post. She studied English and Political Science at the University of Toronto, earning nominations for national journalism awards in Canada. She is interested in telling stories about Hong Kong culture and the Asian diaspora.
Areas of Expertise:
Culture, society, opinion writing
Languages Spoken:
Cantonese, English
Piano and yangqin player Johan Famaey shares his musical philosophy and journey from Belgium to China and back ahead of his Hong Kong debut.
‘I don’t know how much longer I can do this,’ says the 33-year-old comic, fresh off three sold-out Hong Kong shows. Is he joking?
Chinese-American composer discusses the threat of AI in music and using tech to unite in City of Floating Sounds, coming to Hong Kong in 2027.
This pre-Halloween weekend offers fantasy art, mushrooms matched with Chinese wine, a Lululemon wellness event and, of course, a scary movie.
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A trip starting in the former Soviet state’s capital Tashkent reveals architecture, art and food shaped by centuries of cultural exchange.
The 1976 excavation of Fu Hao’s tomb revealed a revered general and priestess, shifting perceptions of women’s roles in Shang dynasty China.
Kenneth Chow, founder of Chow Chow, blends luxury with sustainability, crafting bespoke designs while overcoming industry challenges.
Wong, one-half of Cantopop duo Tat Ming Pair, is a solo artist, label pioneer and a fearless LGBTQ and pro-democracy advocate.
A story-led exhibition, a fundraising cabaret and a mental health awareness campaign are just a few things to look out for this weekend.
At the show’s opening, Kim Lim’s sons reflect on her minimalist sculptures and photography, and growing up with two artist parents.
Thai fashion is having a global moment and Thai brand Amr de Saison is taking full advantage of that to bring timeless looks to Hong Kong.
Ho, who plays a spirit medium in the film, talks about non-traditional horror, her doctor-turned-co-star, and taking on atypical roles.
The Swedish museum’s pop-up in Kai Tak features everything from bovine genitalia to insects. Is it educational or a ‘freak show’?
Sculpture or fashion? Katie Ko talks about embellishing her garments with unusual materials and how ballet remains a big part of her work.
Ahead of his Hong Kong concert, the American singer spills all on love songs and ‘highlighting the goodness’.
Koyo Song left J.P. Morgan to start custom jewellery brand Benalor. She shares the creative process and how her corporate experience helps.
Lantern carnivals, fire dragon dances, a Korean food extravaganza and more await Hongkongers this Mid-Autumn Festival weekend.
Kevin Cureau describes how he stayed calm and confident of beating stage-three liposarcoma and the steps he took to protect his fertility.
The Centre for Contemporary Arts Tashkent’s inaugural exhibition sees 10 global artists examine the East through their own perspectives.
The life of Duanfang inspires E.L. Shen’s novel Foreigners, about identity, queer awakening and the immigrant experience in modern America.
Xiaodan He opens up on ‘Montreal, My Beautiful’, in which an immigrant Chinese wife falls in love with a younger Quebecoise woman.
From a craft beer festival to an introspective art exhibition and a soundwalk to Tomorrowland’s fashion pop-up, there’s a lot on this weekend.
Criticised for objectifying men, TVB’s male beauty contest struggled to match Miss Hong Kong’s longevity. Will it ever return?
After leaving a financial career, the wushu champion became a fight coordinator, stuntman and actor working with some of film’s top stars.
Macau casino magnate Stanley Ho’s eighth child has built her own legacy as a musician, award-winning actress and movie producer.
Slated for objectifying men, TVB’s male beauty contest couldn’t match Miss Hong Kong’s longevity. But will it ever return?
The Tibetan Dragon Canon, a huge 17th century scripture on show at Taiwan’s National Palace Museum, has set social media ablaze.
Audience members write their own script in Jing Wong’s gods-versus-human theatre production that plays out alongside in-character performers.
