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Independent Singapore
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Independent Singapore
How Hong Kong tycoon Lee Shau Kee's ‘hundred-billion daughter-in-law,' Cathy Chui, is solidifying her position of power within the billionaire family
HONG KONG: Cathy Chui used to be an actress, but now she's famous in social circles and a prominent figure in one of Hong Kong's richest families. She's married to Martin Lee, and her father-in-law was the late Lee Shau Kee, who was a huge deal in the property business, as reported by VnExpress. She was with her husband at the funeral for his father, the 97-year-old Mr. Lee, on Apr 28. Most people think her husband is going to take over the family business. Chui is the only daughter-in-law in the Lee family. Their 2006 wedding was a massive event—the media even called it 'the wedding of the century,' because of its size. Tabloids called Chui a 'baby machine' because she had four kids close together. Dimsum Daily said that when women marry into super-rich families in Hong Kong, there's this unspoken understanding that having children is seen as a way to potentially secure billions of dollars in the future. According to the South China Morning Post, Chui secured her spot in the family by accepting some over-the-top presents. We're talking about a HK$50 million (S$8.65 million) education fund, land valued at a crazy HK$1.82 billion, a super fancy yacht costing HK$110 million, and a whole mansion to top it all off. With all those incredible presents, it's no surprise that the media began referring to her as the 'hundred-billion daughter-in-law'! When Lee passed away, his massive 72.5% ownership in Henderson Land Development, a property company worth a staggering HK$78.2 billion, was split between his two sons, Peter and Martin. In addition, he had a bunch of other valuable stuff, like big chunks of shares in this energy company, Towngas, and some related businesses. A Chinese news site, QQ, figured all that extra stuff was worth around HK$66 billion. - Advertisement - Bigger roles Chui is now 43 years old, and it sounds like she's taking on even bigger roles in investments and the family business, according to the Malaysia newspaper Sin Chew Daily. Insiders say Chui used some of those super fancy properties her late father-in-law gifted her to get a loan. And not just any loan—we're talking about a massive HK$5 billion! Apparently, she's planning to use all that cash for a real estate development in the UK, specifically for retired people. So, in addition to managing the family's money, Chui is also thinking ahead about her kids' futures in the business. Chui's eldest daughter is doing an internship at Henderson Land, the family's main company, while her 15-year-old daughter is studying at the University of Cambridge. Involving family It also sounds like Chui is making sure her family is involved, as she's arranged for her father to join the board of directors at Henderson Land. - Advertisement - Chui's not just concerned with the business side of things; she's also working hard to maintain her place among the elite in other ways. Jayne Stars reported that Chui may not post much on social media, but she helps out the family's businesses and charity events. She's also got these fancy titles like chairperson and event ambassador, which basically means she's a respected figurehead at important events, and she's definitely rubbing shoulders with the who's who of Hong Kong society—she's considered a key player in the elite circles, alongside other prominent women like Guo Jingjing (the amazing Olympic diver who married a businessman) and Kimbee Chan (the wife of Joseph Lau, who's like one of the five richest people in Hong Kong!). 163 says that Chui getting out there and doing her thing hasn't just made her more well-known. What's even more significant is that it's helped people link the 'Lee family' name directly with her own identity. It's like she's become a representative of the family in many ways. When people see her in these public roles, they also think of the Lee family as responsible and having strong leadership. It's like she's become a symbol for the whole family in many ways. Before marriage Apparently, before Martin married Chui, he was said to have been involved with a flight attendant, and they even had a child together. The story shows how his father stepped in to end that relationship. For almost 30 years, this flight attendant has been talked about as Martin's secret mistress. Some people even say Chui knows about this whole situation but has chosen not to speak publicly. Just last year, Chui was spotted with her 20-year-old daughter carrying this high-end designer purse. It was rumored to be even pricier than any of Chui's handbags! You'd think the matriarch would have the most extravagant accessories, but maybe the younger generation has even more expensive taste. There were reports that Martin and the former flight attendant had actually moved into a place near the Lee family's main property, but now, it seems the focus has shifted to someone else—a lingerie model named Chrissie Chau, who's being seen as a bigger 'threat' to Chui. 163 reported that Chrissie Chau was photographed going into a suite on the penthouse level of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Hong Kong for three nights straight, and get this— the Lee family, you know, Chui's in-laws, actually own that hotel! Sources on Weibo say that ever since Chrissie Chau got involved with Martin, she's made a big career switch from modeling to the business world. Apparently, she now holds shares in several companies overseas and has also been investing in real estate.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
Union Co. deputies searching for convicted sex offender
The Union County Sheriff's Office is searching for a convicted sex offender. ALSO ERAD: Meet the K-9 trained to detect electronics in sex offenders' homes According to arrest warrants, 53-year-old Martin Lee left his last known residence without properly updating his new address on the sex offender registry. Lee also failed to return his verification letter as required. He was last known to reside at the Inn Town Suites near Stallings, according to deputies. Anyone with information regarding Lee's whereabouts is asked to call 911 immediately. VIDEO: Meet the K-9 trained to detect electronics in sex offenders' homes
Daily Mail
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Brotherhood of Man singer Martin Lee who won Eurovision with Save Your Kisses For Me left surprising amount after he died aged 77
Brotherhood of Man singer Martin Lee, who won Eurovision with Save Your Kisses For Me left an estate valued at £141,000 following his death last year at the age of 77. Lee, who lived in Cobham, Surrey, was part of the two-boy, two-girl band that led Britain to victory at the 1976 Eurovision Song Contest with the song. The track went to No.1 in more than 30 countries, sold six million copies and was at the top of the UK charts for six weeks. Brotherhood of Man followed up their Eurovision success with two more UK No.1 singles, Angelo in 1977 and Figaro in 1978. His will states his estate should pass to his wife Sandra Stevens, 80, who was also a singer in the group, and who he married in 1979. As well as singing and playing guitar, Lee also co-wrote a number of the band's songs alongside Lee Sheriden. Before joining the band, Martin also released a solo single called Cry Jose, and was part of the Johnny Howard Band. The singer was born as Martin Barnes on November 26, 1946, in Purley, London and spent five of his younger years living in Australia. Martin with his wife and band mate Sandra Stevens, who he was married to for 45 years (seen together in 2012) The band were first formed in 1969 and Martin joined them three years later, singing lead vocals on their hit Save Your Kisses For Me (pictured second from right on Eurovision) Before the Eurovision competition, which took place in The Hague, Brotherhood Of Man initially found success with their single United We Stand, which was also the name of their debut album. It became a top 20 hit in the UK, Canada, Australia and the US. They released some more successful singles, including Oh Boy (The Mood I'm In) and Angelo, as well as a second album called B for Brotherhood. The group split up in the 1980s for a few years, but reunited for a TV show in 1985 and have stayed in touch ever since. They have reunited a few times since their peak period of success and continued performing together, but officially retired from touring in 2022. Announcing his death at the time, the band said in a statement: 'It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our great friend and colleague Brotherhood of Man's Martin Lee who slipped peacefully away on the evening of Sunday 29th September 2024 from heart failure after a short illness. Martin was 77. 'Martin sang lead vocals on the 1976 Eurovision Winner 'Save your kisses for me' which was number 1 in 31 countries and the Guinness book biggest selling eurovision single of all time plus the biggest winner by percentage of vote. 'He was not only a wonderful singer but also co-wrote with band mate Lee Sheriden most of the Brotherhood of Man hits including the 3 number one records. 'Other awards include 26 Platinum, Gold & Silver Discs, 3 Ivor Novello awards and an ASCAP Shield for writing a top 10 hit in the United States.'
Axios
18-04-2025
- Health
- Axios
THC levels have quadrupled since the 1990s
U.S. cannabis has way more THC than it did decades ago. Why it matters: As more people go " California sober," new or returning cannabis users may underestimate the potency — and get dangerously high. By the numbers: In the 1990s, 5% THC cannabis was some of the strongest you could find. Today, "it's very difficult to find cannabis that's less than 20% THC" in a Los Angeles dispensary, says Ziva Cooper, director of the UCLA Center for Cannabis and Cannabinoids. According to National Institute of Drug Abuse data, cannabis samples seized in 1995 averaged less than 4% THC. In 2022, they averaged more than 16%. The percentage has only increased since, experts say. It's a common misconception that the highest high is the best high, "but that's bogus," said Martin Lee, director of nonprofit Project CBD and author of "Smoke Signals: A Social History of Marijuana." "That's not the way to judge the plant." And THC levels aren't limited to what can be produced by the highest-THC cannabis plant. "You're taking the plant out of the equation at this point," Cooper said, because manufacturers can extract THC to make superficially potent products, like THC-infused prerolls and dabs. Zoom in: Older adults — who favor cannabis edibles — are inadvertently eating too much THC. A study in California found a 1,808% relative increase in the rate of cannabis-related trips to the ER among adults 65 and older from 2005 to 2019. The state legalized medical marijuana in 1996 and recreational cannabis in 2016. And a study of senior citizens in Canada suggests ER rates for cannabis poisoning increased after cannabis flower was legalized in 2018, and increased even more after edibles were legalized in 2020.
The Guardian
16-04-2025
- Business
- The Guardian
Martin Lee obituary
Ink ran through the veins of my friend Martin Lee, an outstanding print producer who collaborated with many eminent designers and fine printers on some of the world's most beautiful books. Career highlights include the remarkable Designed by Apple in California (2016). But over and above such bookish excellence, Martin, who has died aged 83, played an important bridging role between the disciplines of design and print; in the transition from analogue to digital print technologies; and through passing skills and knowledge from one generation to the next. He was born William Martin Lee in Horsforth, Yorkshire, to Elinor (nee Mosley) and William Lee, a noted civil engineer, and had two younger sisters, Viv and Trisha. After Douai school, Martin trained as an accountant with Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co (now KPMG). But he decided on a change of vocation, enrolling in a print management course at the London College of Printing, then joining Westerham Press, in Kent, in the early 1960s. There, still in his 20s, he was entrusted with the task of laying out the new, purpose-built press. After a spell as a partner at the design studio HSAG, in 1975 he returned to Westerham Press as managing director. There he met Susi Kitson Montalto, who was working for the graphic design studio Omnific Limited, one of Westerham's clients, and they married in 1977. Leaving Westerham the following year, Martin worked briefly for Arabic Advertising & Publishing as a manager, then went freelance before becoming a partner at Omnific with the designers Derek Birdsall and Alan Kitching, in 1979. Though less feted than his former partners, it was Martin who ensured that Omnific's design shone. His role was to help manage all steps of the print production process, and because he understood both designers' and printers' methodologies and demands intimately, he was able to master the sometimes fraught interface between the two with clarity and precision. This rare set of complementary skills enabled him to produce works combining excellence in both disciplines, which became his trademark. When Derek became a visiting professor at the Royal College of Art in the late 1980s he invited Martin and Alan to join him as part-time tutors. It was there, as an MA student in 1990, that I met him: one of a generation of RCA designers to be inspired by his wisdom, insight and mentorship. Many went on to have long-term collaborations with Martin, who set up his own practice, Martin Lee Associates, in 2001. His acuity and curiosity enabled him to quickly master new skills and processes, and as the industry moved from the analogue to the digital in the late 20th century, he helped translate established best practice into the emerging realm. His talents took him around the world, working with clients such as IBM, Yale University Press, United Technologies Corporation, Norman Foster and Apple. His legacy is not just a library-worth of beautiful books, but the methodologies he helped establish – a significant endowment to the many designers and printers he worked alongside. He is survived by Susi, their son, Anthony, and daughters, Louise and Alexandra, and four grandchildren, and by Viv and Trisha.
