Asian cinema has a rich tradition of exploring the elaborate craft of traditional forms of theatre. From Tsui Hark’s action-packed Peking Opera Blues (1986) to Chen Kaige’s Cannes Palme d’Or-winning Farewell My Concubine (1993), the backstage drama of Chinese opera has long captivated filmmakers. Similarly, Japan’s kabuki theatre has yielded such lush masterpieces as Kon Ichikawa’s An Actor’s Revenge (1963) and Lee Sang-il’s Kokuho (2025). Films about the Western theatrical tradition, however,...

Audi has all but confirmed the electric A2 e-tron hatch will come to Australia, though it notes price and spec is critical.

The Blue Oval’s famous Cobra nameplate could return on a high-performance naturally aspirated V8 manual Mustang.

Toyota is dusting off an old brand name in the pickup-loving USA to sell what could be the anti-Tundra.

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] The inaugural Discover Moscow Fashion Show took place at the Hong Kong Palace Museum on November 10, 2026, with the support of the Moscow Government. The show opened a series of Moscow Seasons events in the Greater Bay Area. The programme will continue in Shenzhen on November 11 and 12. It will feature cultural events, the launch of a Discover Moscow-themed metro train and business meetings. The programme builds on a...

As Shenzhen prepares to host the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, China Popcast connects with three professionals about the city's spirit of inclusion and possibility.

Sara felt like her body was on fire seconds after she was given a drug with known side effects. It was misdiagnosed as pre-wedding jitters.

When Isabelle Daza was pregnant with her first son in 2018, she could not believe how much weight she had put on. “I had gained 70lbs [32kg] during pregnancy, and he came out and weighed 6lbs. I was like, that’s it? Where’s the rest of it?” laughs the 38-year-old Philippines-born actress, television host and model, who divides her time between Manila and Hong Kong. Through regular exercise and a disciplined diet, she lost the excess weight. Two years later, when she was pregnant with her second...

Each year, the Rose de Mai grown on Henry Jacques’ land in the South of France takes on a unique character. Harvested by hand, the flowers yield an absolute shaped by the interplay of soil, climate and cultivation – giving the perfumer something new to work with each time. Those variations inspired the maison’s Collection de l’Atelier, with three editions to date, each comprising a trio of fragrances and limited to 500 pieces. Drawing on small quantities of rose absolutes held in reserve, Henry...

Longevity is rare in today’s music business. But long before smartphones and Spotify streams completely transformed the industry, Hong Kong had Twins, the Cantopop duo composed of Gillian “Ah Gil” Chung and Charlene “Ah Sa” Choi. Chung, now 45, and Choi, 43, have, save for a brief scandal and hiatus in 2008, been near-constants in the public eye since their debut as Twins in 2001. Over two decades on, the two are still at the top of their game, set to perform in Hong Kong this December in a...

In techno, precision is everything. The beat may be relentless and the atmosphere hypnotic, but behind the energy lies an exacting mastery of timing. It is an unlikely yet compelling point of connection between the DJ booth and the watchmaker’s bench – and one that informs Tudor’s latest partnership with Belgian DJ and producer Charlotte de Witte. One of electronic music’s most influential figures, de Witte has built her reputation on stripped-back, uncompromising techno. Her sound is dark and...

Some 130 security guards are being recruited to keep watch across more than 25 hospitals after violent incidents threatened safety of staff and patients.

Waze will now notify users if there's a cyclist on the road, provided they're using a Garmin device.

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As Sandgropers across Perth feverishly checked their Lottery tickets during the search for a mystery winner, one FIFO rigger remained on a remote site completely unaware he was now $200,000 richer.

There’s been no shortage of hostels, resorts and hotels in Ninh Binh, but a new arrival rises above the pack.

BYD is offering deals across almost its entire lineup, from cashback to novated lease discounts and sharper financing.

Sara felt like her body was on fire seconds after she was given a drug with known side effects. It was misdiagnosed as pre-wedding jitters.

Kim Kardashian’s company Skims has been forced to refund customers over its expensive advent calendar.

It has been quite a birthday celebration. Ahead of the fifth anniversary of M+ on November 12, the directors of New York’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and Paris’ Centre Pompidou touched down in Hong Kong to finalise a tripartite alliance with the young museum. The formal pact will see two of the world’s pre-eminent modern art museums share collections and programming with M+ on equal footing. On October 31, it was signed, sealed and toasted with high-wattage glamour at the museum’s fundraising...

From photographing dogs worldwide to traveling with his beloved Elsa, The Dogist founder Elias Weiss Friedman shares how canine companionship transformed his career, inspired a business and enriched his travels. The post Can Traveling With Your Dog Make Every Journey More Meaningful? appeared first on Business Traveller.

From founding Mr & Mrs Smith to leading Hyatt’s luxury brands, Tamara Lohan is challenging hotel conventions, questioning rigid check-in times and demanding more personal, distinctive experiences for discerning travelers.their guests—and what needs to change The post Hyatt’s New Luxury Chief Wants to Rethink the Hotel Experience appeared first on Business Traveller.

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After six months of seemingly endless rain and soaring energy bills, one family decided enough was enough - and traded the UK for sunshine in Malta.

With a slew of new models on the way, GWM's local execs say the Chinese brand wants to simplify lineup structures to reduce complexity and confusion.

The F.B.I. is investigating the death of a female passenger on the Caribbean-bound MSC Seascape, which departed from Galveston on Monday.

Airbus has broken Boeing’s 21-year commercial aircraft distance record with a 24-hour A350-1000ULR flight, validating the technology behind Qantas’ planned nonstop Sydney–London and New York services launching in 2027. The post Airbus Breaks Boeing’s 21-Year Distance Record With 24-Hour A350 Flight appeared first on Business Traveller.

Around 27,000 allied health workers will be affected by the outcome of a landmark industrial relations case that calls for a 20 per cent pay boost.

A groundbreaking study has revealed a simple hack that can help newborn babies develop circadian rhythm.