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Hong Kong has so much more to offer than just the usual tourist hotspots. Once you step off the beaten path, you’ll discover it’s a city brimming with hidden gems and unique adventures. Ashwin Hotchandani reports

Every summer, Hong Kong waits for the storms that pause the city and reshape daily life. Ray Au takes a look PHOTOS COURTESY OF Adobe Stock & Kayli Liebenberg Typhoon season in Hong Kong does not arrive quietly. It announces itself in stages: first through heat thick enough to feel electrical, then through weather maps glowing red and orange on mobile apps, then finally through the peculiar collective vigilance that settles over the city whenever the Hong Kong Observatory beg

Content creation shouldn’t be just about trends, views, or going viral… it’s about building something that reflects you. The key, says Elena M. Zepeda is to start, and then to stay PHOTOS COURTESY OF Elena M. Zepeda & Magnific The year 2020 marked a turning point in the world of content creation. Suddenly, you no longer needed to spend hundreds of dollars on a full YouTube setup or commit to producing 15-minute videos every week. Platforms like TikTok shifted the landscape en

Helper Appreciation Month turns small acts of thanks into a powerful community effort – offering foreign domestic helpers not only recognition but meaningful opportunities to connect, learn and feel valued. Martin Wray reports

Whooshing around on your trusty Brompton Electric or EcoE is considered illegal. But for how much longer?

Learning an instrument can be slow, frustrating and occasionally soul-destroying but with smart apps and AI coaches, technology is making it easier (and cheaper) for you to hit the right notes. Andrew Spires reports

As the Horse canters to centre stage, Ray Au outlines what we can expect from 2026

Looking to make the most of your precious annual leave in 2026? Ray Au has this year’s vacations all worked out for you

Raise your glass! With a few clever pre- and post-party hacks, you can dodge the hangover and dance through December like a pro