James Chambers
Food & Drink Briefing
Food-focused finds from Hong Kong to Vienna, and three companies providing meals on wheels.
Affairs Briefing
Trump brings the fight to mayors, how India tested China’s resolve with a road, Germany learns from medical evacuations and the evolving role of landscaping.
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.
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.
Four mayors winning approval by knowing what makes their cities tick
Erratic leadership by national governments emphasises the need for a safe pair of hands at city hall.
Soul of the city
Cities have never been so vibrant, vital and on the move. But what is the formula for a perfect neighbourhood? Here we look at urban projects transforming their cities.
The opener
Hopping on a plane and heading to a sun-soaked island? Even if you’re not, it doesn’t mean that we can’t see out the summer in style. Whether it’s Hong Kong’s sandy beaches or Toronto’s…
Staying the course
Hong Kong-based hotelier Sir Michael Kadoorie on why optimism and openness will be key assets for his business.
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.
In this together
How are leading figures from hospitality, retail and design adapting to a radically altered business landscape? From embracing digital platforms to taking the time to regroup, here are their lessons for the days ahead.
