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news Scmp World 2026-05-28

Lifestyle Highlights: Consort Wan's Story and Trends in GLP-1 Medications

Selected lifestyle stories include the complex history of Consort Wan and discussions surrounding GLP-1 medications. The report also touches on a popular Hong Kong restaurant favored by celebrities.


We have selected seven Lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. The dark story of Consort Wan, 17 years older than the emperor who loved her Wan Zhen’er became a beloved consort of Emperor Chenghua against all conventions, but records indicate a pernicious side to her tale. 2. The story of Snow Garden, Hong Kong restaurant loved by the rich and famous Frequented by people such as...

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