The Occupy Central movement has shown us that a pedestrianized Central area may not be a pipe dream after all. Yannie chan looks into an idea so crazy, it might just work.

Summer has landed and it’s sure to be a scorcher. Make the most of it with 25 sporting, shopping, art and nightlife events to fill your calendar from now through August.

Is it too late to reverse global warming? Probably. But even if solar flares and mega tsunamis threaten life on Earth, you should still be separating your recyclables.  Evelyn Lok counts the ways you can live a cleaner, greener, carbon-free life right here in Hong Kong.

From humble beginnings 35 years ago, Lan Kwai Fong has become the city’s premier partying destination. But it hasn’t been without its ups and downs. Andrea Lo charts the history of Hong Kong’s party central.

It’s been a week packed full of news, and you know what that means: It’s time for our semi-occasional News Quiz! Can you pick the correct answer from the maelstrom of tomfoolery that was this week in the SAR?

Have you noticed how many animal stories have cropped up in Hong Kong in the last week or so? There have been snakes eating baby goats, wild boars crashing through shopping malls, pig carcasses spilling on highways... it feels like there’s a reason behind it all. We’ve delved into the news to find the real meaning behind Hong Kong’s recent animal encounters.

It’s only going to get warmer from here on out, so you’d better start developing some coping strategies for the heat. Here are some tried-and- tested warm weather tips for our sweaty SAR.

Lawmaker and ex-railway boss Michael Tien has warned that the cost of the already late, already over- budget Hong Kong to Guangzhou high-speed rail link is set to rise to $85 billion, putting it 30 percent over budget. We’ve got some ideas for more effective uses of all that cash.

Here’s a new game we’ve been playing called “Racial Sensitivity with Regina Ip!” How does it work? Simple. You just write a column on the following hot- button subjects, including the following horrendous sentiments. It’s fun for the whole family!

Sorry, lazy Centralites. You’ll have to venture across the water to enjoy these fine staycations. Here’s how to make the most of a holiday right here in the SAR.

Want the body of your dreams? From ripped rugby players to junk goddesses, you’ve gotta do some heavy lifting to attain physical perfection.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a penniless artist or a megabucks tycoon: we’ve found the perfect dates to suit your budget, from $100 to $1 million.

As the Rugby Sevens turns the big 4-0, we’ve dug into the nitty gritty of the city’s greatest tournament.

As the MTR FINALLY opens in Sai Ying Pun on March 29, Adam White maps out the brave new frontier of the West Island Line’s three newest stops: SYP, Shek Tong Tsui (that’s HKU to you) and Kennedy Town.

The challenge: 10 cuisines from around the world, without leaving the SAR.

March: Take your pick of gigs, art exhibitions, beer parties, film festivals, charity events, sports, Sevens weekend—this manic month is packed to the rafters with social obligations and even some noble pursuits. 

In honor of Chinese New Year and its zodiac animal, we name Hong Kong’s very own G.O.A.T—the 10 Greatest things Of All Time.

A series of stories, recommendations and tips on Hong Kong from people in the know. Explore our city based on the travel experiences that interest you and get itineraries for off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods.

You don’t have to get out of town to push your boundaries. From mountain biking to paragliding and parkour, Hong Kong’s adventure sports will take you to extremes all over the SAR.

Hong Kong: a town where anyone can be famous if they really set their mind to it.

People think we’re that magazine that just talks about Central. Challenge accepted! Here’s our guide to Central’s most clandestine spots.

Don’t want to leave the house in January? Just grab your phone and the world will come to you.

New year, new Hong Kong: We call the big, the huge and the massive trends of 2015.

That generous spirit doesn’t have to shrivel up after the holidays: Make 2015 all about philanthropic pursuits. Kate Springer lends a hand with a calendar of charitable events. 

A year of stupidity, bile and hate: 2014 takes the prize for the Most Dubious Year Ever.

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Christmas just isn't the same without seeing "The Nutcracker" - head over to the cultural centre to catch the holiday classic, featuring the honkong ballet with musical accompaniment by the Hong Kong sinfonietta.....

The year’s been so packed with restaurant launches and shop openings that it’s basically a brand new city. We’ve whittled down the newcomers to our absolute favorite additions.

In the best of traditions, these Christmas carols don’t just entertain—they also educate.

Alongside international headliners at this year’s Clockenflap, there’s an impressive roster of veteran indie bands and up-and-coming young rockers.

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