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A Cantonese language course at the University of British Columbia that was originally geared towards heritage speakers is proving far more popular among Mandarin-speaking students. Photo: Getty Images
Chinese culture

This Cantonese language course is 85% Mandarin speakers. Here’s why

Originally targeting heritage speakers, the University of British Columbia’s language programme is proving more popular among another group.

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Chinese culture

A Gen Z take on the Chinese almanac? Grandma’s tear-off calendar goes digital

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Hangzhou’s fine-dining scene; ‘nostalgia-posting’ trend: 7 Lifestyle highlights

Chinese culture

How AI is helping bring Hong Kong history to life on Instagram and beyond

Cultural preservationists use generative AI to breathe life into photos from the past, but does this practice promote or distort history?

A photo of Hong Kong during the mid-20th century, colourised by OldHKinColour. The team behind the popular Instagram account uses artificial intelligence to bring such photos to life, but some say this “distorts” history. Photo: OldHKinColour
A photo of Hong Kong during the mid-20th century, colourised by OldHKinColour. The team behind the popular Instagram account uses artificial intelligence to bring such photos to life, but some say this “distorts” history. Photo: OldHKinColour
Wellness

All about TCM’s ‘miracle pill’ Angong Niuhuang Wan, and when not to take it

The prized Angong Niuhuang Wan is thought to help stroke victims if taken at the right time. But when is that, and can it harm you?

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Feng shui advice, a mom’s path to pain-free movement: 7 Lifestyle highlights

From a nostalgic trend making a comeback in Hong Kong to exploring China’s Zhongshan, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.

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Hong Kong culture

What’s behind Hong Kong’s retro display craze sweeping shops and stations?

The transformation of a Wellcome supermarket branch into a viral photo hotspot highlights a growing nostalgia trend engulfing the city.

Tourists gather around an old-school display at a Wellcome supermarket in Hong Kong’s Yau Ma Tei neighbourhood. Similar retro-themed displays are popping up all over the city. Photo: Dickson Lee
Tourists gather around an old-school display at a Wellcome supermarket in Hong Kong’s Yau Ma Tei neighbourhood. Similar retro-themed displays are popping up all over the city. Photo: Dickson Lee
Chinese culture

Feng shui tips for all 12 Chinese zodiac signs for the Year of the Horse 2026

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where each Chinese zodiac sign can place items for good luck in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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Feng shui advice for Snakes for luck in money, health and romance

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Snakes can put lucky coloured items at home and work for luck in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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Feng shui advice for Dragons for a lucky, healthy Year of the Horse 2026

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Dragons can put auspicious items at home and work for fortune in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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How can those born in the Year of the Dragon use feng shui to improve their luck in romance, wealth and health this coming year? Feng shui practitioner Andrew Kwan shares advice. Photo: Shutterstock
Chinese culture

When should you open your Lunar New Year red packets? The luckiest time, and why

It is considered rude to open lai see in front of the giver but don’t leave the red packets unopened for more than a couple of months.

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Giving red packets (also called lai see or hong bao) is a Lunar New Year tradition, but when should you open them? Photo: Getty Images
Giving red packets (also called lai see or hong bao) is a Lunar New Year tradition, but when should you open them? Photo: Getty Images
Chinese culture

Feng shui advice for Rabbits for luck in money, health and romance

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Rabbits can put lucky coloured items at home and work for good fortune in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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Chinese culture

Which zodiac signs must appease the tai sui in the Year of the Horse 2026?

Horses, Rats, Oxen and Rabbits clash with the tai sui in the Year of the Fire Horse. Here’s how you can mitigate the adverse effects.

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Food and Drinks

8 lucky Lunar New Year foods to welcome the Year of the Horse

From dumplings shaped like gold ingots to longevity noodles, these traditional Lunar New Year dishes are eaten to invite good fortune.

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A traditional shared Lunar New Year dish, poon choi is made from layers of premium ingredients and signifies fullness and prosperity. Photo: Ser Wong Fun
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Feng shui advice for Tigers for a wealthy, romantic Year of the Horse 2026

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Tigers can put lucky coloured items at home and work for fortune in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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How can those born in the Year of the Tiger use feng shui to improve their luck in romance, wealth and health this coming year? Feng shui practitioner Andrew Kwan shares advice. Photo: Shutterstock
How can those born in the Year of the Tiger use feng shui to improve their luck in romance, wealth and health this coming year? Feng shui practitioner Andrew Kwan shares advice. Photo: Shutterstock
Chinese culture

What are the best days to start work after the Lunar New Year break?

Kick-start the Year of the Horse by returning to work on an auspicious day. A Hong Kong feng shui master reveals which days to avoid.

Chinese culture

Feng shui advice for Oxen for love, health and money in the Year of the Horse

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Oxen can put lucky coloured items at home and work for good fortune in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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Chinese culture

How Horses can find success with their 3 ‘enemy signs’ in the Chinese zodiac

The Rat, Ox and Horse signs are considered ‘enemies’ of those born in a Year of the Horse. Here’s how to build good relationships with them.

Curiously, when two people born in the Year of the Horse are together, the effect is similar to an internal clash of energies. This can lead to severe self-sabotage and restlessness. Horse couples need to control their temper and channel more emotional investment into their partnership. Photo: Reuters
Curiously, when two people born in the Year of the Horse are together, the effect is similar to an internal clash of energies. This can lead to severe self-sabotage and restlessness. Horse couples need to control their temper and channel more emotional investment into their partnership. Photo: Reuters
Chinese culture

Feng shui advice for Rats for the Year of the Horse, from career to love

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Rats can put lucky coloured items at home and work for good fortune in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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Chinese culture

3 days of Lunar New Year traditions, from red envelopes to the Kitchen God

Lunar New Year dates back 2,000 years and has many customs and traditions. Find out what to do on each day and why.

Chinese culture

Feng shui advice for Pigs for good luck in the Year of the Horse 2026

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Pigs can put lucky coloured items at home and work for luck in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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How can those born in the Year of the Pig use feng shui to improve their luck in love, money and health this coming year? Feng shui practitioner Andrew Kwan shares advice. Photo: Shutterstock
Chinese culture

Feng shui advice for Dogs for a romantic, healthy Year of the Horse 2026

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Dogs can put lucky coloured items at home and work for good fortune in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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How can those born in the Year of the Dog use feng shui to improve their luck in love, money and health this coming year? Feng shui practitioner Andrew Kwan shares advice. Photo: Shutterstock
How can those born in the Year of the Dog use feng shui to improve their luck in love, money and health this coming year? Feng shui practitioner Andrew Kwan shares advice. Photo: Shutterstock
Artificial intelligence

Alibaba’s Qwen tops 120 million orders in 6 days amid China’s AI shopping battle

Campaign has sparked a behavioural shift towards AI-powered shopping, which Alibaba says is becoming a more popular lifestyle choice.

Chinese culture

Feng shui advice for Roosters for the Year of the Horse, from love to health

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Roosters can put household items for luck and to appease the tai sui in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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Chinese culture

Feng shui advice for Monkeys for good luck in the Year of the Horse 2026

Feng shui master Andrew Kwan shares where Monkeys can put lucky coloured items at home and work for luck in the Year of the Fire Horse.

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How can those born in the Year of the Monkey use feng shui to improve their luck in love, money and health this coming year? Feng shui practitioner Andrew Kwan shares advice. Photo: Shutterstock
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