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Fed’s Schmid Cautions Against Interest Rate Cuts Amid Persistent Inflation Worries

Kansas City Fed President Jeff Schmid warns against premature interest rate cuts, citing persistent inflation concerns and the need for a restrictive monetary policy.

Addentax Group Eyes Expansion with Proposed Acquisition of Hong Kong Digital Lending Platform

Addentax Group Corp. announces proposed acquisition of a Hong Kong-based digital lending platform, aiming to expand its fintech presence in the Asia-Pacific region with AI-driven credit technologies.

China’s Inflation Slows Sharply, Fueling Deflation Concerns Amidst Shifting Lunar New Year Impact

China's January inflation data shows a slower-than-expected rise in consumer prices and continued producer price deflation, fueling concerns about the economic outlook.

Art

Hong Kong’s New Tattoo Wave: Artists Reimagining Chinese Culture

A new generation of tattoo artists in Hong Kong is breathing fresh life into traditional Chinese culture, moving away from historical associations with Western sailors and the criminal underworld....

Addentax Group Eyes Expansion with Proposed Acquisition of Hong Kong Digital Lending Platform

Addentax Group Corp. announces proposed acquisition of a Hong Kong-based digital lending platform, aiming to expand its fintech presence in the Asia-Pacific region with AI-driven credit technologies.

China’s Inflation Slows Sharply, Fueling Deflation Concerns Amidst Shifting Lunar New Year Impact

China's January inflation data shows a slower-than-expected rise in consumer prices and continued producer price deflation, fueling concerns about the economic outlook.

EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen Champions Single Market Overhaul and Regulatory Simplification

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen champions a stronger EU single market and regulatory simplification to boost economic competitiveness against global rivals like the US and China.

Netanyahu Presses Trump on Iran and Gaza Amidst Nuclear Diplomacy

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House to discuss Iran's nuclear program and the Gaza situation amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Jaap van Zweden Reflects on Tenure with Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra

In his final and wide-ranging interview as music director of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, Jaap van Zweden shared his insights on several key...

Greece Unveils Ancient Artifacts in New “Museum Under the Museum” Exhibit

Greece has unveiled an exhibition featuring more than 1,100 artifacts, including statues, table games, and children's toys, discovered in an ancient Athens neighborhood during...

German Football Museum Exhibition Merges Art and Soccer for Euro 2024

For many fans, soccer conjures images of skillful plays, moments of glory, or the sting of defeat. Few might associate the sport with surrealist...

Art Basel Fair Sees Multi-Million Dollar Sales Amid Global Market Slowdown

Art dealers, collectors, and gallery owners from around the globe concluded several multi-million dollar transactions at the annual Art Basel fair in Switzerland this...

Wu-Tang Clan’s Unique Album “Once Upon A Time in Shaolin” Draws Massive Interest in Australian Museum

The unique Wu-Tang Clan album "Once Upon A Time in Shaolin" is set to be played at a museum in Australia starting Saturday, drawing...

David Bellis: Chronicling Old Hong Kong and a Journey Home

David Bellis first left Hong Kong in June 1990 after an eight-month stay. The Welsh computer programmer had intended to travel to Australia but...

Reviving Beijing’s Art Scene: A New Era of Creativity and Resilience

Years of stringent zero-Covid lockdowns, a tough political climate, and rapid urban redevelopment displaced many artists and galleries from Beijing’s once-thriving art scene. However,...

Exploring the Rich History and Styles of Chinese Martial Arts

Wushu, meaning “martial arts,” encompasses fighting forms dating back 4,000 years to clan wars in China. Chinese martial arts gained global fame in the...

Emei Kung Fu Girls: Blending Tradition and Modern Dance to Revive Chinese Martial Arts

A new all-woman martial arts ensemble in China, the Emei Kung Fu Girls Group, has quickly gained high-profile admirers despite only making their public...

Joyce DiDonato’s “Eden” Mesmerizes Hong Kong with a Message of Nature and Harmony

When American mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato took the stage, it was clear she is not your typical diva: barefoot beneath her elegant gown and sporting...

How Sergei Prokofiev’s “Romeo and Juliet” Ballet Inspired a Contemporary Qipao Designer

The ballet "Romeo and Juliet," composed by Sergei Prokofiev in 1935 and first performed in 1938, stands as one of his seminal works. It...

Cambodian Dancer Captivates International Audiences with Traditional Apsara Dance

Sokea Kimleang, also known as Kon Ant, has chosen to captivate international audiences with the traditional Apsara dance rather than pursuing the glitzy world...

Reviving Buncheong: Korean Ceramic Art Comes to Hong Kong

The phrase “less is more” perfectly describes buncheong, a Korean ceramic style originating in the 15th century. Known for its blue-green tones and intricate...

Hong Kong Art Auctions: A Mixed Market Amid Expansion

Auction houses expanding their operations in Hong Kong continue to feel the effects of the global art market slowdown. During the second block of...

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