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HONG KONG RUGBY UNION SET TO KICKSTART 2020-21 SEASON

The Hong Kong Rugby Union (HKRU) has announced plans to kick off competitions for the new season on November 7. Abiding by local guidelines about limiting the spread of coronavirus, HKRU has confirmed a minimum four-week return to play protocol for this year’s domestic season. The protocol outlines a five-step plan for rugby leagues to return to training and participate in matches – progressing from small group, non-contact Amidst growing concerns about the environment, TEDxTinHau has announced the return of its annual speaker event – this time with a sustainability focus. On October 17, a host of Hong Kong-based climate change activists will use the theme of Countdown to discuss ideas and actions to fight climate training to full squad, contact training and the final phase of domestic competition. HKRU chief executive Robbie McRobbie says the union contains roughly two years’ worth of reserve to help them see through at least another year. While HKRU is operating on the assumption that the 2021 Sevens will go ahead next April, McRobbie reassures sports fans the union have contingency plans on the

TEDXTINHAU RETURNS

ready. hkrugby.com change. The talks will take place from 3pm to 6pm at The Fringe Club and will be attended by invitation only, to abide with social distancing guidelines. Viewers can tune into live streams at Explorium HK, Banyan Workspace and various WeWork locations.

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END WILDLIFE TRADE

Pet supplies brand Whiskers N Paws (WNP) and WildAid have partnered up to support the #EndTheTrade campaign, with an aim to end the commercial trade of wildlife for consumption. From now until March 2021, WNP is supporting the campaign through a series of virtual activities and sales of the ‘Love Animal Love Life’ collection. All proceeds will contribute to WildAid’s wildlife conservation projects in Hong Kong.

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If you’re looking for an eco-friendly alternative to single-use surgical masks, you may want to check out Uniqlo’s hugely popular Airism masks. The highly sought-after masks, which were sold out within hours when they were first released in Japan, have arrived in Hong Kong. Offering wearers the same level of protection as surgical masks, the Airism masks carry a three-layer structure, which includes a breathable mesh layer; a middle layer that blocks out 99 percent of particles using nano filter technology; and an outer layer which blocks 80 percent of harmful UV rays. The masks are available online and in all Uniqlo store locations across the city.

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GLOW UP

Elysia Redoleo is collaborating with Japanese first-line beauty salons for the The Glow Getter Miracle Masque. The natural mask is made with beetroot, oatmeal and aloe extract to provide a bright and moisturised finish. Elysia Redoleo’s products

The pink dolphin population has risen by 30 percent since high-speed ferry services between Hong Kong and Macau came to a standstill in February. The Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins, also known as pink dolphins, are native to the Pearl River estuary and listed as protected species in Hong Kong. There were 250 pink do not contain any fragrances, pigments or additives, making them suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women or people with sensitive skin. Each box includes three silk masks and two test tube masks.

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dolphins inhabiting the city’s waters in the 1990s, but over the last two decades, that number had dwindled to only 32, before the Covid-19 outbreak. Dr Lindsay Porter, a senior research scientist from the University of St Andrews, has been studying Hong Kong’s pink dolphins since 1993. “From visual observations the dolphins are spending much more time socialising, splashing around on the surface, quite a bit of foreplay, quite a bit of sex. Hong Kong dolphins normally live on the edge, they’re stressed, so it’s really great to see them playing and having a good time,” Porter said. To help protect the endangered species, she suggests making better use of the Hong KongZhuhai-Macau Bridge and limiting the number of

ferries running between Hong Kong and Macau.