Parenting

Clean rooms and completed homework matter but they’re not what make children thrive. Happiness is built through connection, confidence and resilience – and being shown how to enjoy life

Andrew Spires reflects on love in the age of bedtime battles

From playground disputes to everyday choices, the small ‘no’s’ we teach our children build the foundation of self-respect, confidence and empathy. Joanne Li reports

Can you have too much festive cheer? Andrew Spires looks back on Christmases past, and discovers what really makes the season shine Christmas time, mistletoe and wine, and brandy, and a big turkey, creamed onions, smoked salmon, ham hock, presents for the stockings, presents for the wife and kids, my nieces and nephews on both sides and the door staff. Christmas is all about giving but I’m giving myself a hernia to ensure the big day is a magical success. Not that I mind. I a

From deciphering Cantonese worksheets to hauling kilos of textbooks, the local school system can feel like an uphill climb for non-Chinese-speaking parents. But give it time and it all starts to feel like home. Andrew Spires reports

Production for the new Harry Potter TV series began in the UK this July with the aim to go deeper into the books and capture a new...

Launched in 2015 by Harvey Law Group’s Managing Partner Jean-François Harvey, the HLG Kart Race turns 10 in November. Take a look at how the event has evolved over the years

The start of a new school year can be a stressful, anxious time for both children and parents. Andrew Spires has some smart hacks and...

Planning a getaway with the kids this month? Andrew Spires has some essential travel tips to get you started The stages of a family...