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4 Ways to Support Tai Po Fire Relief in Hong Kong

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Chefs United for Tai Po Six chefs from Jia Group restaurants - Ando, Mono, Louise, 22 Ships, Leela and Estro - are coming together for a seven-course charity dinner featuring an exclusive selection of rare wines by the bottle. Tickets are HK$3,888 per person with 100 per cent of the proceeds going to the Hong Kong Red Cross. The event will take place on December 9, from 6pm at Louise, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central. To book, go to sevenrooms.com/experiences/louise. Top Swop The vintage and second-hand clothes swap event series is donating all ticket proceeds from its upcoming swap on December 13 and 14 at Eaton HK's cocktail bar, Terrible Baby, to the Hong Kong Red Cross disaster relief fund. Entry is HK$85 presale or HK$100 at the door. This event offers a unique opportunity for attendees to exchange clothing items while supporting a noble cause. The swap will be held on December 13-14, 4/F, Eaton HK, 380 Nathan Road, Jordan. For details, visit topswop.club. Friendsmas A...

Ace Bed Donates 100 Million Won for ALS Patients, Inspired by Park Bo-gum

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Ace Bed, a well-known company in the healthcare industry, has made a significant contribution by donating 100 million Korean won to enhance medical and care services for patients suffering from Lou Gehrig’s disease. The company officially announced this donation on the 24th, stating that the funds were transferred to the non-profit Seungil Hope Foundation, which supports Seungil Hope Hospital. This latest donation brings the total amount Ace Bed has contributed to the Seungil Hope Foundation up to 400 million Korean won. The company has long been recognized for its community support initiatives, including its annual rice donations. However, its focus on Lou Gehrig’s disease began with a unique connection to Park Bo-gum, a popular actor and brand ambassador for Ace Bed. The catalyst for Ace Bed's involvement in supporting Lou Gehrig’s disease patients was the actor's participation in the Ice Bucket Challenge in 2023. During this global awareness campaign, Park Bo-gum shared a ...

Trump ally funds troops with $130 million 'crazy' donation

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Trump Administration Accepts $130 Million Anonymous Donation for Military Pay The Trump administration has accepted a $130 million anonymous donation to support military personnel during the ongoing government shutdown, according to the Department of War. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed that the donation was made on October 23, 2025, and was accepted under the department's general gift acceptance authority. The funds were provided with the condition that they be used to offset the cost of service members' salaries and benefits. Trump announced the donation on Thursday, stating that a "friend" had offered the money out of patriotism. According to the president, the donor called and expressed willingness to cover any shortfall caused by the Democratic-led shutdown. "He said, 'I'd like to contribute any shortfall you have because of the Democrat shutdown. I'd like to contribute personally, because I love the military and I love the country...