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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Joining the Pink Revolution this October, Samantha Wong outlines some of the risk factors to avoid and warning signs to watch out for Photos Courtesy of:  Unsplash Breast cancer has been the most common cancer affecting women in Hong Kong since 1993, it’s the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths, and over 4,000 new cases are reported each year. The median age of breast cancer patients here is 58; women over 40 are most at… Read More »Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Running Wild

At the start of trail-race season, we sit down with three of Lantau’s biggest trail-race organisers to discuss the beauty of the trails and their lure for world-class athletes and social hikers alike. Reporting By: Raphael Blett Photos courtesy of: Action Asia Events, Barclays Moontrekker & TransLantau (Sunny Lee) At 142km², Lantau is almost twice the size of Hong Kong Island (78,59km²) and far less densely populated, meaning there is still a whole lot of… Read More »Running Wild

Happenings & Events – Stuff to Know in October

RUN WITH ACTION ASIA EVENTS  Local trail runners are reminded to enrol for Action Asia Events’ Lantau 50 as entry is now open on a first-come-first-served basis and spaces are limited. Race day is December 10, with competitors choosing to run either 16km, 27km or 54km. All three courses loop around the island, with the longer distances taking runners up and over both Lantau and Sunset peaks.  “If you want to take part, I urge… Read More »Happenings & Events – Stuff to Know in October

852 FABRIC x Life on Lantau Giveaway! CLOSED

852 Fabric’s Districts Canvas Tote Bag is made from 100% cotton canvas. The bag measures 40cm high x 37cm wide x 10cm depth and has a handy inside pocket and stereoscopic base. The iconic Districts design is digitally printed all over the outside of the bag.  852 Fabric is the only independent fabric design house in Hong Kong to offer primarily Hong Kong- and Asian-themed designs. Founder Pui Chan Gardiner and her team create their… Read More »852 FABRIC x Life on Lantau Giveaway! CLOSED

Halloween Quiz

In the lead-up to October 31, test your knowledge of the scariest night of the year. 1. Halloween has its origins in which ancient Celtic festival? A. Samhain B. Beltane C. Fright Night 2. What did the Celts believe spirits could do on Halloween? A. Grant wishes B. Get reincarnated C. Visit the land of the living  3. What were Jack-o-lanterns originally made from?   A. Pumpkins B. Jackfruit C. Turnips 4. Who were they… Read More »Halloween Quiz