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End of an era: Bonnae Gokson on the closing of Hong Kong’s Sevva
Businesswoman and society stalwart Bonnae Gokson reveals why she’ll be closing Sevva in May, and what she’s learned in a decade-and-a-half as a restaurateur. After wining and dining international...
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All about the Hermès family and the world-famous luxury fashion brand
Hermès International, or simply Hermès, has woven itself into the fabric of luxury for centuries with timeless products such as the Birkin bag and the aesthetically beautiful silk scarves. Its opulent...
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Beyond the barrier: The top 10 Asian beauty bloggers to follow
In the ever-evolving world of beauty, the rise of Asian beauty bloggers is rewriting the global narrative on aesthetics and self-expression. From the trailblazing Michelle Phan and Patrick Star to...
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Things to know about chess genius Magnus Carlsen and his net worth
Magnus Carlsen is undoubtedly the greatest chess player of all time. His numerous successes in the game from an early age have helped him become one of the highest-earning chess players of all time....
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The expensive things LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault bought with his billions
Chairman and CEO of the luxury goods conglomerate Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH) Bernard Arnault is now the richest person in the world, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. He has a...
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Everything to know about Mary Elizabeth, the soon-to-be Queen Consort of Denmark
In her New Year’s Eve address on 31 December 2023, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark announced her abdication in favour of her eldest son, Crown Prince Frederik. The announcement not only brought...
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A look at Naomi Osaka’s net worth, earnings, endorsements and more
The advent of a new year has seen almost all the major superstars of the tennis fraternity return to action as they gear up for the upcoming season. Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka is one of...
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7 top female philanthropists who put their billions to good use
For as long as humans have existed, so too has charity and the charitable acts it entails. While the notion that philanthropy is best left to the rich should be dispensed with, it is an inevitable...
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Deep diving into Manny ‘PacMan’ Pacquiao’s boxing records, stats, net worth...
One of the most recognised faces of the 21st century, boxer and politician Manny Pacquiao is seldom not in the news. Before we delve deep into his career stats, boxing records, net worth and other...
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Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei: Net worth, luxurious lifestyle and his role as...
Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei is the 10th child of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, one of the world’s richest royals. But how much exactly is the net worth of Prince Abdul Mateen? The Brunei prince is among...
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Robert Kiyosaki: Net worth, debt and investments of ‘Rich Dad, Poor Dad’ author
For close to three decades, millions of people around the world have put their faith in Rich Dad Poor Dad as the go-to book for financial literacy. Now, its author, Robert Kiyosaki, has revealed that...
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Bob Tsang just became the youngest Hongkonger to conquer the Seven Summits
Bob Tsang has just become the youngest Hongkonger to conquer the Seven Summits at 20 years old. The Seven Summits is an adventure challenge where mountaineers hike to the tallest peak in each...
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Frédéric Arnault’s net worth: Things to know about the CEO of LVMH watches
On 5 January 2024, Bernard Arnault-led LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, or LVMH, announced Frédéric Arnault as the CEO of the conglomerate’s watch division. As the young executive takes on the new...
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Denmark royal family: Know all about the line of succession to the Danish throne
On 31 December 2023, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark announced that she is abdicating in favour of her eldest son, Crown Prince Frederik, bringing the world’s spotlight on the members of the European...
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Sora Choi and other top South Korean models you should know about
The era of South Korean top models began when Lee So-ra won the first “Supermodel of Korea” contest held on 23 November 1992 at Seoul’s Hilton Hotel Convention Center. Today, let’s take a stroll down...
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Ong Beng Seng: Net worth and things to know about the Singapore-based...
One of the most famous businesspersons in Southeast Asia, Ong Beng Seng of Singapore built his billion-dollar net worth by owning some of the world’s most famous hotels through his company Hotel...
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The Chirathivat family: All about the Central Group family and their net worth
Ranked as the 5th richest family in Thailand according to Forbes, the Chirathivat family is best known as the founding family behind Central Group. For as long as we can remember, Central malls have...
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2024: Top 10 richest people in the world, according to Forbes
The final couple of months of 2023 saw a rise in the wealth of the technology, finance and retail honchos of the world. According to the January 2024 Forbes list of the top 10 world’s richest people,...
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Taku walks us through the creative process behind his airbrush characters
Our latest artist in focus is the airbrush artist Taku. Often found working out from Tsim Tsa Tsui’s Loading Store, Taku got his start rolling with the local skate scene which eventually led him to...
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Mark Zuckerberg’s net worth: Dorm room prodigy to digital emperor (and the...
When it comes to tech moguls, Mark Zuckerberg stands as a towering figure, not just for his massive net worth but for engineering several platforms that connect our digital lives. Beginning with...
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27 Questions: Bob Tsang, youngest Hongkonger to complete the Seven Summits...
Hong Kong is a place brimming with talented and intriguing people. In our 27 Questions column, we get up close and personal with the city’s notable personalities, learning about their whims and...
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Tattoo Talks: Horiyoshi IV
Lifestyle Asia’s Tattoo Talks explores the connection and stories behind people and their tattoos. For our next episode, we speak to Horiyoshi IV, born Kazuyoshi Nakano, a fourth-generation tattoo...
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Françoise Bettencourt Meyers: L’Oréal stake and net worth of the world’s...
The richest woman in the world by net worth, Françoise Bettencourt Meyers signifies wealth, power and perhaps a touch of mystery. She is the chairwoman of the family holding company, Téthys Invest,...
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From Kanye West’s controversial comments to brands ending ties: A timeline
Kanye West, who is officially known as Ye, has been involved in a series of controversies for a long time now. The latest involves a Dante mask he wore at the Super Bowl 2024, which he called a piece...
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Queens of comedy: Meet the 10 richest female comedians in the world
The world of stand-up comedy is a rather lucrative field, and the enviable lifestyles of these top female comedians are living proof of that. These fabulous women have not only shattered the notion...
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Li Ka-shing retains top spot on Forbes list of Hong Kong’s richest
Business magnate Li Ka-shing keeps his crown as the wealthiest person in the city according to the Forbes list of Hong Kong’s 50 richest in 2024. Despite a city-wide decline in net worth, thanks to...
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Li Ka-shing’s net worth: All about the richest billionaire of Hong Kong
Li Ka-shing is the richest person in Hong Kong by net worth and a major philanthropist through his foundation. With an estimated wealth of USD 36.2 billion, Li holds the top spot in Forbes’ list of...
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Salt Bae’s net worth: How a viral video built a culinary fortune and what he...
The man, the meme, the meat maestro — Nusret Gökçe, famously known as Salt Bae, has built an impressive net worth on the foundation of flamboyantly seasoned steaks and viral fame. His meteoric rise...
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All the conspiracy theories around Kate Middleton’s health: What’s going on...
Ever since the vague announcement of the Princess of Wales’s ‘planned’ abdominal surgery, a storm of conspiracy theories and controversies about Kate Middleton’s health has surfaced on the internet....
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Tattoo Talks: Lynus Woo
Lifestyle Asia’s Tattoo Talks explores the connection and stories behind people and their tattoos. In our next episode, we have a conversation with Lynus Woo, the founder of a private fitness studio...
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27 Questions: Grace Ho, founder and CEO of Veggroom
Hong Kong is a place brimming with talented and intriguing people. In our 27 Questions column, we get up close and personal with the city’s notable personalities, learning about their whims and...
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The net worths of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant and what they own
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant are the new power couple, who belong to two of the richest Indian business families by net worth. The couple got officially engaged on 19 January 2023 in Mumbai....
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Ambani family: Meet the esteemed members who shaped its legacy
The Ambanis are the new-age royalties of India, where lineage, influence and cultural values reign supreme, surpassing the need for a blue-blooded heritage. Celebrated as one of the wealthiest and...
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Akira Toriyama, creator of ‘Dragon Ball,’ has died at 68
It is a sad day in the world of manga as it has just been announced that Akira Toriyama has died at the age of 68. //It has come to my attention that they’ve announced that Akira Toriyama passed away....
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27 Questions: Hio Miyazawa, actor, model, and Japan’s rising star
Hong Kong is a place brimming with talented and intriguing people. In our 27 Questions column, we get up close and personal with the city’s notable personalities, learning about their whims and...
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These are the world’s most Googled chefs
While connoisseurs of fine French dining are eagerly awaiting the announcements hailing from the Michelin Guide France 2024 ceremony set for March 18 in the French city of Tours, a new comparative...
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Get to know the inner circle and best friends of the British royal family
The Crown served as the perfect fictional gateway into the lives of the British Royal family. While it may be the closest some people will ever get to understanding the royal family, a few...
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Japanese actor Hio Miyazawa on representing the under-represented
Hio Miyazawa is a little different from your average Japanese actor. His first big breakthrough came with the movie His, where he played Shun Igawa, a gay man struggling with being open about his...
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27 Questions: Danny Casale, a.k.a. Coolman Coffeedan
Hong Kong is a place brimming with talented and intriguing people. In our 27 Questions column, we get up close and personal with the city’s notable personalities, learning about their whims and...
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All about football Star Lionel Messi’s children: Meet Mateo, Thiago and Ciro
In December 2022, the streets of Argentina saw thousands of children and adults revel in joy as their hero, Lionel Messi, conquered his final and tallest peak by winning the FIFA World Cup. The...
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From Rowan Atkinson to Barbra Streisand: King Charles’ most famous celebrity...
The British royal family is going through a tumultuous time amid King Charles and Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis With the chaos in full effect, the British royal family once again finds itself in...
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Who is Rumy Al-Qahtani, the first-ever Saudi Arabian Miss Universe 2024...
Saudi Arabia is entering the Miss Universe competition in 2024 with model Rumy Al-Qahtani as the first-ever contestant from the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia has never participated in the international beauty...
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America’s retail ‘royalty:’ All about the Walton family’s net worth, Walmart...
The Walton family name stands tall as an emblem of American retail prowess, embodying a dedication to providing consumers with unbeatable value. Originating with a solitary variety store nestled in a...
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Kate Middleton’s royal duties: A guide to her charity work and significant...
The whirlwind of stories around Kate Middleton’s absence finally ended after the Princess of Wales released a video message. Announcing her cancer diagnosis, she revealed that she will undergo...
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Livia Voigt to Andresen sisters: Forbes 13 youngest billionaires in the world
A 19-year-old is the youngest billionaire in the world in 2024, according to Forbes. This should not come as a surprise since another 19-year-old was the youngest billionaire in 2023. Acquiring their...
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27 Questions: Win Metawin, Thai actor and singer
Hong Kong is a place brimming with talented and intriguing people. In our 27 Questions column, we get up close and personal with the city’s notable personalities, learning about their whims and...
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Jeff Staple Teases His Debut Signature Shoe at ComplexCon
Making a stop at Hong Kong’s first ComplexCon, Jeff Staple opened his own booth to tease his new sneaker, meet fans, and showcase his existing collection and collaborations. Lifestyle Asia got a...
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‘Buying Beverly Hills’ star Mauricio Umansky’s impressive net worth
With the arrival of Buying Beverly Hills season two on March 22, the veil is once again lifted on the enigmatic world of The Umansky Group. This series is more than just a glimpse into luxury real...
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A ranking of the world’s most popular chefs, and why they don’t have Michelin...
Who are the world’s most popular chefs? A recent study has ranked them, proving that Michelin stars aren’t directly correlated with popularity. Looking at the most popular chefs in the world, in...
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Tattoo Talks: Amber Liu
Lifestyle Asia’s Tattoo Talks explores the connection and stories behind people and their tattoos. For our next episode, we speak to Amber Liu, an international superstar in the middle of her No More...
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