Veteran Hong Kong actor, film director, and producer Patrick Tse Yin, known as "Brother Four," has died peacefully at 89 after a period of declining health. His children announced his passing on social media, asking fans to remember his charming image.
Hong Kong's Cantonese restaurants saw revenue plunge 27.9% in Q1, while non-Chinese eateries grew. Leaders urge cultural export promotion, citing South Korea's success, and call for innovation and dedicated food streets to revive the sector.
A contestant's struggle with Cantonese at the Miss Hong Kong Pageant has ignited a debate about language inclusion and cultural preservation, with calls for organizers to focus on broader representation beyond just linguistic fluency.
A mainland Chinese contestant's struggle with Cantonese at the Miss Hong Kong Pageant has sparked debate about language preservation and cultural inclusion. Some netizens criticized her fluency, while others suggested focusing on broader cultural representation in the contest.
Nearly 40 Malaysian media professionals participated in a "Dual City Flavor Seeking" event in Guangzhou's Panyu District, experiencing Cantonese culture including dragon boat racing, Wing Chun, and traditional cuisine.
Student projects addressing Tuen Mun River pollution, biodegradable packaging from waste, and Cantonese language learning for mainland students were recognized at the Seek Our Ways Ideation Programme in Hong Kong.
Guangdong Cantonese Opera Theatre recently performed two major productions, "Zhang Jiuling" and "Legend of the White Snake: Love," in Shanghai. Led by renowned artists Zeng Xiaomin and Wen Ruqing, the performances showcased the theatre's commitment to both historical narratives and innovative modern interpretations of Cantonese opera.
Hong Kong's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, encouraged young people to pursue their dreams, stating "there must be a better tomorrow" if they work hard and consider their country. She is set to launch to the Tiangong space station on Sunday.
The "Cantonese Rhyme Flows, Opera Veins Extend" exhibition, featuring classic Cantonese opera repertoires, concluded in Guangzhou. The event showcased three major plays: "A Sword of Loyalty," "Hu Bu Gui," and "Bitter Phoenix Nightingale Love," attracting numerous opera enthusiasts.
Hong Kong researchers say they are developing what would be the world’s first AI app that detects intoxication through real-time Cantonese voice analysis, helping users decide whether they are fit to drive after drinking. A team from the Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) said on Sunday that the self-assessment tool could not only help safeguard road safety but also potentially monitor language abnormalities linked to medication or fatigue. Funded by a HK$3.4 million (US$434,251) grant...
Amid the crackle of vinyl records and the nostalgia of Cantonese golden oldies, Holy Lee Hau-yin, a Hong Kong mother of three young children, is spinning a new narrative as a professional disc jockey and turning a page on her troubled past. After suffering an abusive marriage and the exhaustion of a decade of childcare, Lee will spend Mother’s Day on Sunday with renewed hope. The 28-year-old is set to perform for a private event at The Peninsula Hong Kong hotel and ultimately hopes to make a...
