Film & Youth Culture: The 9th Hong Kong International Youth Film Festival will open in Macao on Aug 15 and has revealed an expanded jury lineup, reflecting how producers now blend creation, audience strategy and distribution. Hong Kong Cinema Leadership: HKIFFS appoints veteran sales agent and producer Fred Tsui as executive director, taking over from Albert Lee on Sept 23 and overseeing the festival plus year-round film programmes. AI for Creators: Sandbox and Animoca launch Creative Minds Jam #1 in Hong Kong, a four-week competition (from July 28) for students and developers to build creator-focused experiences with agentic AI, with prizes and potential investment up to US$10m. Outdoor Lifestyle: InvestHK says climbing brand KAILAS has opened its first Hong Kong mountaineering concept store at K11 MUSEA, with courses planned for trail running, hiking and rock climbing. Nature & Access: Mai Po’s Frontier Closed Area is partially opened for public entry without a permit, but the marshes remain a restricted zone requiring an AFCD permit. Arts & Design: A new book charts Hong Kong interior designer André Fu’s hotel and restaurant work worldwide, spotlighting his “relaxed luxury” style. Music Culture: Hong Kong’s listening bar scene keeps growing, with venues aiming for quiet vinyl appreciation—while admitting the hard part is balancing atmosphere with sales. Sports & Training: A new NVBA-MIA Badminton Academy partnership launches in the Philippines next month, bringing Malaysia’s training system to local coaches and players. Health & Learning Tech: Universities are experimenting with AI humanoids and avatar “robot teachers” to guide classroom discussion and role-play learning.