Hong Kong Policy & Culture: The HKSAR has launched a two-month public consultation on its first Five-Year Plan for 2026-2030, covering everything from Northern Metropolis development and innovation to healthcare, education, housing, welfare, and elderly care—plus culture, sports and tourism as part of the mix. Tech & Lifestyle: Xiaohongshu (RedNote) is pushing ahead with a Hong Kong IPO plan, reportedly lining up Goldman Sachs and CICC, as investors eye a valuation above $70b and the app’s role as a go-to lifestyle search engine. Education & AI: Hong Kong teachers will need at least 30 hours of digital education training every three years, with schools required to weave digital elements into annual plans and roll out an AI-focused curriculum. Sports & Identity: A Hong Kong coach behind hurdler Wu Yanni is spotlighted for a more scientific, personalised sprint approach aimed at closing the gap with Asia’s best. Arts & Cinema: The first Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation debuts in Riyadh, bringing four new Hong Kong films to Saudi audiences and bridging two cinematic worlds. Health & Food: A Hong Kong study links more pro-inflammatory diets with higher depression risk, with a stronger effect in women. Global Pop Culture: Netflix’s “Teach You a Lesson” keeps climbing worldwide, topping charts across dozens of countries including Hong Kong. Property & Travel: Banyan Group’s Laguna Phuket developer arm racks up a record 16 International Property Awards honours for 2026-27, adding another brand win for marketing and positioning. Public Safety: Police investigate a fatal Tsing Yi collision after an LGV and taxi crash left two people dead, with the LGV driver arrested for dangerous driving.