Helena Law Lan’s horror film legacy; Hong Kong’s Gen Z jeweller: 7 Lifestyle highlights

South China Morning Post - Oct 1, 2026

We have selected seven Lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. How Helena Law Lan, 91, became Hong Kong cinema’s grand dame of horror Few figures are as synonymous with Hong Kong horror films as Helena Law Lan, who has been a household name for over half a century. 2. How Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan is a symbol of China’s fashion soft power Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan has...

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