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Family-run safari outfitter Micato has been leading journeys through Africa for more than 50 years. Here, Dennis Pinto shares how the company is helping local communities through one of the most powerful tools for sustainable change: education. For good reason, sustainability has become a buzzword over the last few years. Through sustainability, we will indeed... View Article

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Coravin, the wine lover's dream device that lets you pour wine without uncorking, is back with brand new models.

As fans of the smart wine preservation system, we have observed Coravin for some time and seen the brand expand with new technology every year. Now, they have extended their product lineup with the launch of new systems -- Models Three and Six. What's more, all new and existing models have been equipped with SmartClamps™, which, prior to the launch, was only available on Model Eleven. The new easy-on and easy-off clamps are designed to go over the neck of the bottle and push down firmly on the handle in one fluid motion, making the system even easier to use.

Coravin's wine access technology is all down to the hollow needle that is inserted through the cork, before the system pressurises the bottle with Argon (an inert, colourless and odourless) gas, to pour the wine out. Once poured, and the Coravin is taken off the bottle, the cork reseals naturally -- allowing wine to stay fresh for months on end, and years if needed.

The new systems also comes with a Coravin Screw Cap which allows users to enjoy new world wine (with screw caps) the same way as old world wine (cork) bottles, preserving them for up to three months.

So, with four Coravin Models in total, Model Three, Five, Six and Eleven, which model is the right one for you? Well, let's find out shall we.

Coravin Model Three

Details: Model Three is an upgraded version of Coravin's Model One and features a clean and simple, user-friendly and functional design in matte texture.
Perfect for: the everyday wine drinker.
Price: HK$2,080

Coravin Model Five

Details: Model Five is not available for retail as it has been made specifically for trade. The design is simply elegant but durable.
Perfect for: those in the industry who favour classic design with metallic accents.
Price: email for trade price

Coravin Model Six

Details: Model Six is the upgraded version of the popular Model Two Elite edition, it also features vibrant colours with chrome accents.
Perfect for: luxury style and fashion lovers.
Price: HK$3,580

Coravin Model Eleven

Details: Model Eleven is the smartest device of the Coravin family. It is the first bluetooth connected and fully automatic system. It comes with LED display, glass pour optimisation, and connection to the Coravin Moments app, which tracks system statistics and advises on wine pairings with food, music and more.
Perfect for: technology and gadget enthusiasts who love a varied wine experience.
Price: HK$6,880

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Hong Kong's ever-changing dining scene is constantly evolving.

So much so, that it can get a little difficult to keep track of it all, let alone remember to book and try the new restaurants that have caught your eye. From brand new concepts to fresh venues and additional locations, here is our guide to seven of Hong Kong's most promising new restaurants to try right now.

Well, what are you waiting for...

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Hong Kong's ever-changing dining scene is constantly evolving.

So much so, that it can get a little difficult to keep track of it all, let alone remember to book and try the new restaurants that have caught your eye. From brand new concepts to fresh venues and additional locations, here is our guide to seven of Hong Kong's most promising new restaurants to try right now.

Well, what are you waiting for...

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Samara Private Game Reserve is the first and only “Big Five” safari destination in South Africa’s Karoo heartland. Located in an area that has been largely altered by the presence of humans, the mother-daughter duo behind Samara, Sarah and Isabelle Tompkins founded the luxury lodge with the sole aim of rewilding the Great Karoo. By... View Article

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CEO of New World Development Adrian Cheng has announced plans to support the United Nation Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to aid vulnerable children and young people around the world to fight against COVID-19.

Through this charitable initiative, Cheng will donate 500,000 masks to UNICEF that will be distributed to children who are most in need, including those in refugee camps and communities, as well as underequipped medical workers. “With this donation, it is my sincere hope that we will help to galvanise global efforts to protect children and youth, especially those residing in the world’s most vulnerable zones, from COVID-19,” said Cheng. With a presence in 190 countries, UNICEF is committed to delivering assistance to children across the areas affected by COVID-19 and is working with governments, implementing partners and donors to find solutions to logistical and operational constraints to ensure children in need continue to receive humanitarian assistance. By providing a half million medical masks to vulnerable children and young people, Cheng’s contribution looks not only to save lives, but also to support the global containment of the virus and safeguard against its possible resurgence.

"Our ecosystem at New World Development places a great emphasis on education and healthcare, bringing to the forefront the importance of creating shared value across communities worldwide. I hope this donation will play a role in giving youth refugees the health protection they desperately need at this challenging time." - Adrian Cheng

[caption id="attachment_206793" align="alignnone" width="1139"] Adrian Cheng, CEO of New World Development[/caption]

This initiative is the latest of Cheng’s efforts to combat COVID-19 worldwide. Driven by New World Development’s vision to contribute innovative and sustainable solutions to today's most pressing problems, the group created a US$7 million fund and made a donation of more than three million medical face masks to fight the spread across Greater China in January 2020.

Shortly after, in February 2020, New World Development donated over US$1.2 million to establish a “community anti-epidemic fund” in Hong Kong. Presently, the donation has generated more than two million masks and 10,000 preventative kits which include medical face masks, hand sanitiser gels and sanitising wipes, all of which have been distributed to low-income families within Hong Kong.

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Companies around the world are pledging donations to help fight Covid-19; most recent is Forevermark whose parent company, De Beers Group, donated $2.5 million to Covid-19 response efforts in Botswana and Namibia, two of the company’s diamond-producing countries. Through this donation, De Beers is supporting governments and communities in obtaining medical supplies, providing logistical support... View Article

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The Graff Foundation, a UK-based charity that supports philanthropic activities worldwide, is helping to fight Covid-19 in a big way. The foundation, funded by Graff, is donating $1 million to the World Health Organization (WHO) Covid-19 Solidarity Response Fund. The Covid-19 Solidarity Response Fund was set up in April 2020 by the United Nations Foundation... View Article

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He went from being a director of music videos and a celebrity photographer to becoming one of the most renowned and record-setting polar explorers of our day. Sebastian Copeland is also an award-winning nature photographer and activist who fights to bring awareness of the climate crisis to the forefront. Here, he shares his stories with... View Article

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British newspaper The Telegraph reported that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates ordered Hydrogen-Powered $645 million superyacht but Dutch design studio Sinot denies selling the concept

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Classique Tourbillon Extra Flat and Marine Dame Collections are a perpetuation of the Breguet legacy of Maritime Chronometers, now backed with philanthropic support which focuses on the preservation of our oceans

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