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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
Whether heading to a bar that gives proceeds to Tai Po fire victims or donating essentials, there are various ways you can help this weekend.
‘Principal Tam’ ruled Cantopop in the late 1970s and ’80s but later vexed fans with his offstage actions. Still, he’s going strong today.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department has dropped Kamome Diner, Tampopo and An from its upcoming film programme.
Photos, letters, manuscripts and even furniture at the Museum of Modern Chinese Literature preserve Chang’s legacy 30 years after her death.
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Cuban-American visual artist Felix Gonzalez-Torres, who died in 1996, created ephemeral artworks that constantly change, echoing life.
Sweeney says he improvises like a jazz musician, waiting for the figures on canvas to ‘start evolving and personalities to emerge’.
An entrepreneur with 7.6 million followers across social media, Abdaal will share tips on subjects from careers to love at a Hong Kong talk.
Hong Kong community has rallied to support displaced families with organisations establishing collection points for essential supplies.
Hong Kong’s iconic bamboo scaffolding holds much cultural significance, but will the Wang Fuk Court blaze see the end of its use?
Ann Leda Shapiro’s exhibition at Axel Vervoordt Gallery shows how her art combines her politics with traditional Chinese medicine concepts.
At these gelato and cocktail places in Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur, traditional Chinese medicine is the secret ingredient for their success.
Watch Wicked: For Good, meet adoption-ready dogs, catch art on an island or go to a free wellness event this weekend in Hong Kong.
One of TVB’s ‘Five Great Actresses’, Wu also found considerable success on mainland Chinese screens, though her music career was short-lived.
The prosperous Ming dynasty restored Han Chinese rule after the Mongol-led Yuan dynasty and introduced numerous cultural and social changes.
New Zealand artist and illustrator Ant Sang is connecting with his Chinese heritage with a Cantonese-phrased Cantotees T-shirt collection.
In MA: Ryuichi by Rensis, Rensis Ho shows a collection of previously unpublished photos of the ‘spiritual’ Japanese musician he took in 1998.
No Time To Die: An Inert Liquid Assembly is a series of dance performances and an exhibition in Hong Kong debuting on November 20.
Professionals and people with experience of mental health issues will share research and stories at Mind HK’s third annual conference.
Dance the night away, drink some mocktails for men’s mental health, visit a health-focused market and buy some Stanley 1913 drinkware.
The Chinese artist, known for setting his gunpowder art alight, has stunned many with his work but has also drawn criticism over the years.
The ‘witch hat’-wearing mummies have long caused debate among historians. Could they suggest Europeans reached Asia earlier than we thought?
From the Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival to a flea market to a musical to sports for all the family, there’s a lot to do this weekend.
A Shakespearean ballet, a beer-filled celebration, a day of family fun by the sea and more await Hongkongers this weekend.
At the Lifestyle Medicine Summit Asia, speakers will discuss longevity, TCM, genetic science, embracing Asian perspectives and more.
From taxi drivers to tai chi ladies, Joannah Hon’s Instagram videos of her revealing her paintings to her public subjects have gone viral.
‘Belle’ videos herself handing out free meals to Hong Kong’s underprivileged elderly, largely targeting women who collect cardboard.
From standardising writing and currency to burying scholars alive, Qin Shi Huang ruled China’s first imperial dynasty with might and fury.
Enjoy wontons with fine wines, watch Jared Leto in Tron: Ares, attend an art jam/breast cancer event and more this weekend.
Events this year include the annual Pink Walk from The Peak, an art jam that comes with a breast exam, wellness workshops and Dress Pink Day.
