BOOKS
Much maligned, Wallis Simpson found lotus-eater’s dream in Hong Kong and China
A new book, “Her Lotus Year”, tells the story of Wallis Simpson in China in the roaring twenties. Book reviewer Roger Medcalf takes a look. […]
Articles by rmedcalf
BOOKS
Book launching this Saturday 30 November at La Verde restaurant, Sai Kung, by Guy Shirra
Sai Kung publisher Guy Shirra will hold a book launching at noon on Saturday 30 November at La Verde, Sai Kung. His “More from a Barren Rock” will be on sale at the discounted price of $120. […]
BOOKS
“Look up at the stars, not down at your feet”: Wise words from Stephen Hawking in last book
Our book reviewer looks back at an inspiring life, well lived, with lessons for all of us. […]
What's On in Sai Kung
Sacred Heart and Resurrection churches plus The Hive plan special Christmas events in Sai Kung – everyone welcome
Celebrate Christmas with these activities in Sai Kung. […]
TREVOR BAILEY
“To dream the impossible dream”: What do your dreams reveal about you?
Trevor Bailey takes a look at dreams. […]
BOOKS
Marvellous Sai Kung history, lovely animal stories, heroic derring-do and Mr Shufflebottom
Roger Medcalf reviews Guy Shirra’s new book taking a further look at tales from long ago. […]
SPONSORED FEATURE
Biggest and best classic car show yet: 150 on display at picturesque club by the sea
SPONSORED FEATURE: The Classic Car Show at The Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club on 1 December will be the biggest and best so far. This year there will be 150 cars sparkling in the sun. […]
BOOKS
At 738 pages, Boris Johnson’s memoir is daunting, but persist for wit, erudition and insight
Boris was most popular for his leaving. So he tells us in his self-serving, but witty and well-written memoir, “Unleashed”, says Roger Medcalf in his review of Johnson’s latest book. […]
ANIMAL WELFARE
Blessing of the pets at Sacred Heart Church, Sai Kung
Sacred Heart Church in Sai Kung held a pet blessing on 27 October. […]
ACCIDENTS AND CRIME
Jamie Chapman: Only third European charged with murder in city in nearly 60 years
A European charged with murder in Hong Kong is most unusual. Jamie Chapman is only the third. […]