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Jeremy Irons and Gong Li in a still from Chinese Box, Wayne Wang’s drama that offered a Westerner’s perspective on the 1997 Hong Kong handover from Britain to China.
American cinema

How Chinese Box presented the Hong Kong handover from a unique viewpoint

In Wayne Wang’s 1997 drama, the many sides of a city on the brink of change were shown through the camcorder of Jeremy Irons’ English writer.

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Chinese culture

Do you know your gu fu from your yi ma? How to greet your Chinese relatives

Your Perfect Week

Your perfect week: what to do in Hong Kong in July

Hong Kong society

US-Hong Kong ties ‘strong as ever’ despite Beijing, Washington friction

Former US consul general Gregory May also says he hopes ‘Hong Kong will still be Hong Kong’ when he visits again.

A screengrab from former US consul general Gregory May’s farewell video. He has praised Hongkongers for their strong work ethic and resilience. Photo: Facebook
On Our Radar

Hong Kong Book Fair turns 35 with more than 600 events

The 35th edition of the annual week-long expo encourages visitors to add the worlds of food and future tech to their literary menus.

China exports

Labubu mania

Beijing-based Pop Mart has become the world’s most-valuable listed toy company on the back of demand for Labubu, a Nordic-like elf that has won fans around the world.

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Architecture and design

Revitalising Hong Kong’s Olympian City plaza – in the shade

An architect-designed shell-like structure for and by the community has transformed a forlorn plaza in Tai Kok Tsui.

The pavilion was designed to reflect the history and culture of Tai Kok Tsui in Hong Kong. Photo: Eugene Chan
Horoscopes

Chinese horoscopes: what’s your luck like for July 2025, the Water Goat month?

Famous names born in the Year of the Goat include Ed Sheeran, Nicole Kidman, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs and Coco Chanel. Here’s a look at what the current Goat month has in store for you.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s annual anime fair to double venue size to cut waiting times for fans

Ani-Com & Games Hong Kong CEO says fair has ‘gradually developed into a mega-event, receiving attention from Hong Kong people and the industry’.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong festival to feature animal-shaped hot-air balloons, Cantopop concerts

AIA International Hot Air Balloon Fest event in September expected to draw 80,000, with stars Joey Yung and Leo Ku to perform, organiser says.

The organiser of the AIA International Hot Air Balloon Fest hopes the event can boost tourism and local spending. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong tourism

Football fever grips Hong Kong as Cristiano Ronaldo museum officially opens

Excited fans queue hours before doors open to visit exhibits featuring Ballon d’Or, Golden Boot awards and Fifa Club World Cup Golden Ball.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s CR7 Life Museum officially opened at the K11 Musea shopping centre in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Artist's Studio

These Hong Kong artists are remoulding the rules of working with clay

Ceramic artists Julie Progin and Jesse Mc Lin talk about their work across 2 studios in Hong Kong and Jingdezhen.

Art

How 20th-century Hong Kong and Guangdong art stood out from rest of China

A new exhibition at M+ features over 200 works by Cantonese artists as the Hong Kong-based museum addresses the region’s lineage and history.

Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan disliked this Hong Kong film director, but why?

Lo Wei, Hong Kong’s first ‘million-dollar director’, made hits including The Big Boss and Fist of Fury but had a big ego that caused issues.

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Black and white file photo of Nora Miao Ker-hsiu (left), film director Lo Wei (2nd left), and actor Bruce Lee Siu-lung [Bruce Li]. 3 Sep 71.
Hong Kong entertainment

Chiikawa fans brave Hong Kong summer swelter for ‘preheat’ event before show

Art installations featuring popular manga characters draw fans to Tsim Sha Tsui as tickets snapped up online for ‘Chiikawa Days’ show.

Fans get up close to the character Usagi at the “preheat celebration” in Tsim Sha Tsui ahead of the “Chiikawa Days” exhibition. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong mourns loss of 2 stars of film and television, Chow Chung and Suet Nei

Chow Chung died from pneumonia aged 92 on Friday while Suet Nei, 77, succumbed to cancer on Thursday after long battle against the disease.

Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong ‘tourism hotspots’ show promise, now to ensure visitors come and stay

Authorities must make sure new offerings are not only interesting, but also visitor-friendly and accessible, industry experts say.

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Hong Kong celebrities and icons

Profile | How Hong Kong’s Karen Mok went from Stephen Chow’s co-star to Mandopop queen

Starting out in Cantopop, Mok featured in a number of films in the 1990s before her Mandarin albums took off in Taiwan and mainland China.

Karen Mok is pictured at an interview with the Post in 2010. The Hong Kong-born star has enjoyed more musical success in mainland China and Taiwan than in her home city. Photo: Oliver Tsang
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Hong Kong needs more than Kai Tak venue to realise mega-event dreams

Repositioning the city’s other venues to make full use of them will help Hong Kong cement its credentials as a world-class host.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s hawkers could disappear by 2033 unless rules eased, lawmaker says

Number of fixed-pitch hawkers has dropped by 40 per cent since 2000 to 4,848 in 2024, while itinerant street sellers have fallen to just 233.

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From our archives

In pictures: summer fun on the beach of Hong Kong’s Repulse Bay

Sun-drenched days at one of Hong Kong Island’s most popular beaches, as captured by South China Morning Post photographers over the years.

Water skiing skills on display in 1978. Photo: SCMP Archives
Art

4 must-see Hong Kong art exhibitions this summer

Check out works by Henry Moore at the British Council, Ailsa Wong at De Sarthe, Robert Ryman at David Zwirner and Salvatore Emblema at White Cube.

Late American artist Robert Ryman’s first solo show in China presents works from the 1960s to the 2000s across two floors of David Zwirner. Photo: courtesy David Zwirner
Crime in Hong Kong

Cafe de Coral manager arrested after window pane falls onto Hong Kong street

Two pedestrians injured after pane, measuring two metres by 1.5 metres, detaches from first-floor Cafe de Coral outlet in Kwun Tong.

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Food and Drinks

Opinion | How Hong Kong culinary icon Chua Lam inspired a generation

From his food journalism to bawdy erotic tales, Lam was a larger-than-life figure in the culinary world, one whose legacy will long live on.

Chinese culture

What gifts must you avoid giving in Chinese culture? Clocks, shoes and more

Some common presents in the West are considered bad luck in Chinese culture. Avoid giving these items to friends and loved ones.

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Clocks are considered a gift faux pas n Chinese culture. Photo: Shutterstock
Art

Striking Hong Kong neon show honours ‘heroes’ and one family’s legacy

Neon master Wong Kin-wah and his grandson have teamed up for an exhibition that blends traditional neon craftsmanship with modern artistry.

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“The Dragon Within,” pictured here as a works in progress, is by Hong Kong artist Jerry Loo. It was inspired by Chinese mythology and symbolises inner strength and self-mastery.
Hong Kong economy

Last bite for diners before popular City’super food court closes in Hong Kong

Popular food court packed with regulars and occasional diners before officially ceasing operations.

Hong Kong economy

Golden Harvest closes its 4 remaining cinemas amid industry upheaval in Hong Kong

After more than 50 years, cinema giant ceases all operations in city, although three venues will be taken over by new operators.

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