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South China Morning Post
09-08-2025
- South China Morning Post
67 arrested in crackdown on triad-controlled prostitution ring in Hong Kong
Hong Kong police have arrested 67 people after an undercover operation found a triad group running membership clubs and bars that brought in sex workers from Thailand, Taiwan and mainland China. A source said on Saturday that the operation was the third recent effort targeting triad group Sun Yee On, including senior-ranking gangster 'Little B'. He was allegedly also involved in laundering nearly HK$40 billion by a syndicate that the force smashed last month. In the July operation, police arrested 82 people and seized assets worth over HK$15 million (US$1.9 million), including a giant Labubu doll estimated to cost HK$1 million. Superintendent Chau Ka-man said on Saturday that the force sent an undercover officer in March to infiltrate the triad group to collect intelligence and evidence, and found that the syndicate operated members' clubs and bars to sell sex worker services to customers. The syndicate charged an 'extortionate' commission, with each transaction ranging between HK$5,000 and HK$10,000, and the workers receiving about 40 per cent or less, Chau said. 'The sex workers were primarily recruited from Thailand, Taiwan, and the mainland, with the syndicate providing food and accommodation during their stay as well as drivers between their residence and different entertainment venues for their clients,' he said.
Forbes
02-07-2025
- Forbes
Calcot & Spa: Forbes Review
Exterior shot of Calcot & Spa. Calcot & Spa N estled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Calcot & Spa is a honey-stoned haven where old-world charm meets country-chic comfort. Set across 220 acres of rewilded countryside, near Tetbury, this 16th-century country house hotel and its state-of-the-art spa are designed for deeply relaxed living. Expect roaring fires, squashy armchairs, and hedonistic feasts. Whether you're soaking in its dreamy pools, sipping a G&T in the herb gardens—shaded by towering weeping willows—or pedalling through wildflower-dotted grounds, Calcot makes doing very little feel like an art form. The best bit? With an Ofsted-registered kids' club (equipped with gaming consoles and a 12-seater cinema) offering four hours a day of complimentary child care—it makes for the perfect family escape—while parents enjoy the ultimate level of blissful, detoxing downtime. Cotswolds getty Calcot sits just three miles from the pretty market town of Tetbury. Once home to one of England's most celebrated wool markets, its winding lanes are now alive with quirky antique shops, buzzy wine bars, independent boutiques, and cool cafés—including the famed Blue Zucchini (dressed with eccentric parasols and magazine-clad walls). Just a stone's throw from Highgrove , the private residence of King Charles III, Tetbury blends royal connections with bohemian spirit—making it a perfect launchpad for exploring Westonbirt's soaring arboretum or strolling the Tudor trails of Newark Park. Generous Rooms at Calcot & Spa Calcot & Spa You'll find 35 elegant, individually-styled rooms and split-level suites sprinkled across Calcot's elegant courtyard and into the main house—13 of which are thoughtfully tailored for families. These range from snug Cozy Rooms to four giant family suites (the largest on the estate) dressed with soft-toed lazy lounges, two spacious bedrooms (think romantic four poster beds for parents—and twin 'mini beds' for little ones), and loving touches like fluffy bathrobes, homemade shortbread, baby video monitors, Bramley 'Little B' products, and Toniebox audio story players. Forbes How To Spend The Perfect Weekend In Cirencester By Lewis Nunn Generous Rooms, however, scream country-chic—dripping with rustic charm, from original beams to cutesy farmyard prints, deep soaking tubs, and exposed swathes of Cotswolds stone. Here, on starry evenings, there's something wonderfully nostalgic about choosing a blockbuster from Calcot's mammoth DVD library, strolling back to your cozy bolthole, and clinking a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon to the sound of a crackling fireplace—pure, country, bliss. The Brasserie at Calcot & Spa. Calcot & Spa Trickle across a honey-hued courtyard and you'll greet The Brasserie —Calcot's jewel of fine dining— charmingly rustic , anchored by a grand silver birch. Gorge on starters like pillowy Westcombe cheddar soufflé, Cornish crab, hand-dived Orkney scallop, and juniper-cured sea trout. Then come hearty mains; think 'Home Farm' lamb rump, rich and gamey, uber-tender chateaubriand for two (with creamy truffle mash), and 10 oz brown sugar cured pork chops with chunky Koffman's fries and velvety peppercorn sauce. Peruse an extensive wine list for prime pairing—from deep Burgundy reds to crisp Rhone Valley whites—or sip 'Calcot Originals' like Beehive Martinis (intensely floral and honeyed—with bee pollen) and Creme de la Cotswolds (with Cacao-infused vodka, Cotswolds cream, Tonka syrup, and chocolate bitters). The Brasserie at Calcot & Spa. Calcot & Spa Got a sweet tooth? Be sure to relish decadent desserts like dark chocolate tartlets, white chocolate choux buns, grappa-drenched affogato, and honey-roasted apricot & lavender mille-feuille . Cheese lovers, however, can feast on British favourites (five cheeses for $25)—from Gloucestershire brie to Nottinghamshire blue stilton and Carmarthenshire Golden Cenarth . Breakfast is a marriage of a la carte options ( Eggs Royale is a firm-favorite) and a weighty morning buffet—while Sunday lunches are simply not to be missed—picture Exmoor caviar, slow roasted sirloin of beef (with fluffy Yorkshire puddings), and sticky toffee pudding (3 courses for $55). The Hive The Hive Calcot & Spa Next door, you'll stumble into The Hive —a low-lit, minimalist-meets-medieval retreat with snug reading nooks, plush velvet sofas, and a sexy cocktail bar crowned by a row of art deco lamps. Here, guests and stylish locals alike graze on warm flatbreads, stacked club sandwiches, silky smoked salmon & cream cheese bagels, and sharing Seafood and Charcuterie boards—brimming with serrano ham, pillowy focaccia, smoked mackerel, and plump Atlantic prawns. Prefer a slower pace? Ease into a leisurely afternoon tea , nibbling on dainty finger sandwiches, freshly baked golden scones, and miniature desserts—from rich black forest mousse to sweet macarons ($45 per person). Spa and Wellness Spa at Calcot & Spa. Calcot & Spa While Calcot is, of course, celebrated as a gorgeous Cotswolds hotel—it is perhaps better known for its Scandi-style spa. Melt into the lavender-lined outdoor hot tub beside a crackling fire—guarded by comfy loungers and an al fresco bar—or slip into the serene, adults-only indoor pool (excluding the twice-daily 'family splash time') and indulge in a myriad of blissful treatments. Choose from hydro glow facials, Himalayan salt rituals, de-stress massages, pedicures, prescriptive manicures, and even Reiki and reflexology. Read More: Forbes How To Spend A Weekend At Burghley House By Lewis Nunn You'll also find a steam room, sauna, three tranquil relaxation lounges—and 'The Grain Store'—a state-of-the-art wellness center housing a yoga studio (also hosting Pilates, Tai Chi, and sound healing classes), a 'spin shed', and a high-tech gym with personal trainers on hand. Outside, you can make use of two tennis courts, free-to-borrow bikes, and a sweeping frisbee golf course—or simply wander across 220 acres of rewilded Cotswolds countryside where towering weeping willows lend a fairy-tale touch. How To Do It Residents and travelers in London can hop on a 66-minute direct train from London Paddington to Kemble . From there, it's an 18-minute cab ride to Calcot & Spa . Double rooms start at $475, including bed and breakfast. 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