Hong Kong’s Bamboo Scaffolding: Cultural Legacy or Convenient Scapegoat?
Hong Kong’s signature bamboo scaffolding is on the verge of being scapegoated to relic status. Hong Kong has long thrived on its ability to adapt and endure, a place where
On The Scene: Spring 2026 Event Recap
Motionball Gala 2026 Scene Notes The SignalA newer model of philanthropy shaped by belonging, participation, and shared cultural energy. The StakesInclusive sport framed as c
The Strange History of the Stolen FIFA World Cup Trophy
Stolen. Found. Stolen. And reborn. The FIFA World Cup Trophy has a surprising and compelling history rich in twists and turns. Every quadrennium, the world comes together to
Beyond the Bucket List: Unexpected Travel Destinations Worth Visiting
Been there, done that when it comes to typical bucket list destinations? Escape the crowds of mass tourism at these raw and remote destinations handpicked by luxury travel ex
TCI Talks: Emad Yacoub
With identities that have evolved over time and place, Emad Yacoub share how they continue to explore their own culture and heritage. Emad Yacoub CO-FOUNDER, PRESIDENT AND CE
Max Loong, The Multi-hyphenate Entertainer
“Alright, calm down,” quips Jen Rosenstein as our cover star Max Loong bursts out laughing. Inside the celebrity photographer’s West Hollywood studio, her muse of the d
Art’s New Frontier Expands Across the Globe
While traditional art meccas such as New York and London continue to attract major exhibitions and high-profile collectors, new collecting hubs are emerging in Asia, the Midd
KARABA Brings Soulful Storytelling to the Global Afro-House Scene
KARABA has been making waves in the global electronic music scene since she released her first EP, Déliverance, in 2022, followed by the EP Souvenirs in 2023. Growing up in
TCI Talks: How One Entrepreneur Blends Heritage and Hospitality
This Q&A is part of our TCI Talks series, where we interview third-culture individuals about how they navigate different spaces and cultures. Evelyn Chick is a Toronto-ba
The Comfort of Classic Movies in Uncertain Times
Lines stretching around the block to get into a screening at the Toronto International Film Festival aren’t unusual. But they are remarkable when they form for a screening
TCI Talks: Uppekha Allani on Heritage
This is the first in our Q&A series, TCI Talks, where we sit down with a Third-Culture Individual to explore what it means to grow up between cultures and spaces. U
