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Design

The opener

Japanese discount chain Don Don Donki expands across Hong Kong, filling prime retail spaces with maximalist chaos that locals embrace despite—or perhaps because of—the city's economic downturn.

  • Issue #137
  • 6 min read
The opener
Urbanism

Work in progress

Our six essays explore what it will take for businesses to retool and thrive, from finding balance when building a brand to the future of entrepreneurship in Hong Kong and the US.

  • The Entrepreneurs #3
  • 28 min read
Illustration of a woman with a lightbulb sprouting from her head, a watering can, and a heart-shaped bowl with decorative elements.
Culture

The opener

Whether your preferred method of travel is a leisurely paddle around Hong Kong, strapping on in-line skates in Canada or a stylish bike ride in Milan, there's plenty to inspire.

  • Issue #136
  • 1 min read
Heavy traffic congestion with numerous taxis, cars, and motorcycles gridlocked on a tree-lined urban street
Urbanism

Letters from the city

While staying put, we asked our bureau chiefs and editors to reflect on what they most value about their respective cities.

  • Issue #133
  • 1 min read
Children play on a grass oval in a waterfront park with One World Trade Center visible in the background.
Business

Staying the course

Hong Kong-based hotelier Sir Michael Kadoorie on why optimism and openness will be key assets for his business.

  • Issue #134
  • 3 min read
Illustration of a person video conferencing with multiple people shown in a window grid behind them.
Health

Know thine enemy

By quickly and decisively acting on the lessons of previous outbreaks, three East Asian nations have dodged the worst of the pandemic. The West must take heed.

  • Issue #134
  • 8 min read
Know thine enemy
Society

The opener

Whether it’s a cosy corner shop or a well-delivered joke, there’s plenty to write home about even when we’re confined to our ’hoods. Plus: our correspondents check in from afar.

  • Issue #134
  • 14 min read
The opener
Food & Drink

Whetting the appetite

Hospitality has been hit hard by the unprecedented international lockdown – but brighter days will return. Here we ask our staffers, from all corners of the globe, about which restaurants they can’t wait to…

  • Issue #133
  • 7 min read
Whetting the appetite

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