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Hong Kong held a state funeral for Tung Chee-hwa, its first postcolonial leader, with Chinese President Xi Jinping and other top leaders sending condolences. He was praised as an "outstanding contributor to 'one country two systems'" and a patriot.
A former Hong Kong bank official was sentenced to four years in prison for falsely authenticating $1.6 billion in letters of credit and accepting $470,000 in cryptocurrency bribes.
Hong Kong plans to launch a southbound scheme in October, allowing Guangdong-registered yachts to sail in its waters to boost cross-border leisure spending and support the city's yacht economy.
Hong Kong mourns former chief executive Tung Chee-hwa, who died at 89. Political veterans reflect on his legacy as a friend, leader, and elder statesman.
Hong Kong plans to expand its gold holdings and potentially build vaults in the Northern Metropolis to strengthen its position as an international financial center and global trading hub for precious metals.
Hong Kong needs to urgently address the increasing frequency of extreme heatwaves and their impact on outdoor workers, prompting a re-evaluation of work safety protocols and urban functioning.
The AI boom faces a critical bandwidth bottleneck, making optical transceivers essential for connecting GPUs in data centers. Ligent Technologies, a Qingdao-headquartered company, has repositioned itself to address this need, leading to a significant Hong Kong technology …
Mainland Chinese are honoring Hong Kong's first chief executive, the late Tung Chee-hwa, for introducing the Individual Visit Scheme (IVS) in 2003, which significantly boosted tourism and economic ties.
Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee will continue supporting local media outlets to expand globally, particularly within Belt and Road Initiative countries, as part of his upcoming policy address.
Hong Kong's first post-colonial leader, Tung Chee-hwa, has died at 89. He took over as the city's chief executive in 1997 after the UK handed Hong Kong back to China.
Hong Kong's MTR reported a suspected mass fare evasion incident to police after a viral video showed over 30 people tailgating through turnstiles at Tsim Sha Tsui station without paying, prompting the operator to condemn the act and vow increased patrols.
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatoa has stranded 150 to 200 Hong Kong-bound domestic helpers in Indonesia, causing concern for families in the city despite some airport reopenings.
Cathay Pacific and Google are expanding AI-powered flight trials to avoid contrail-forming zones, aiming to reduce aviation's climate impact. Early tests showed a 40% reduction in contrail warming, with new trials focusing on ultra-long-haul routes.
HSBC, alongside partners like the Asian Infrastructure Development Bank, has launched the Green Accelerator Programme to channel private capital into green technology adoption in emerging markets. This non-profit platform aims to support the global shift from fossil fuels…
Elite British universities are advising Hong Kong students to prioritize authentic curiosity and academic resilience over rigid test preparation and 'perfect personal statements' for admissions.
Comments from US Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh have heightened expectations of an impending US interest rate rise, which is set to significantly impact global property markets, particularly Hong Kong.
Hong Kong's medical leaders emphasize that future healthcare professionals must combine clinical expertise with emotional resilience, AI proficiency, and a drive for sector transformation.
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge (HZMB) saw record vehicle flow last year, with a lawmaker attributing its popularity to the suspension of Sky Shuttle helicopter services and a drop in ferry usage.
Second-generation owner Anita Lee opened Kau Kee’s first retail store in Mong Kok last December, making the family business known to the public after 66 years of supplying fish balls to Hong Kong’s street food industry.
Chinese AI start-up Moonshot AI, developer of the Kimi K3 model, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering in Hong Kong to fund its rapid expansion. The company aims to list as early as the first quarter of 2027, subject to regulatory approvals and market co…
Philippine fast food giant Jollibee Foods Corp plans to spin off and list its international operations, Jollibee Foods Corporation International, on the Hong Kong stock exchange, abandoning earlier plans for a US listing.
Hong Kong's government lost an appeal to build 12,000 public housing flats on the Fanling golf course. The Court of Appeal cited an unfair public consultation process and unmet wildlife conservation objectives in its ruling.
Hong Kong and Singapore are intensifying their rivalry for investment talent through tax incentives for fund managers, but these measures are having a negligible impact on their respective office and residential real estate markets.
Hong Kong's children spend excessive time on social media, leading to family disputes. The city lags in regulating youth screen time, unlike Australia, which banned social media for under-16s.
Hong Kong authorities are facing growing criticism after seizing a second dog with suspected pit bull lineage in a week, following a neighbor's complaint and amid heightened public concern over dog attacks. Animal welfare groups are protesting the seizures, particularly f…
A 15-year legal battle over the estate of Hong Kong tycoon Lim Por-yen is set to continue. The court ruled that his third wife and children were entitled to inherit part of his estate. Ling, daughter of the late tycoon, is reviewing all options available to her and the es…
A Hong Kong primary school, Tai Po Baptist Public School, has opened a new campus in Tai Po, reuniting nearly 600 pupils and teachers after months of disruption caused by a deadly blaze near its former location.
Hongkongers will soon be able to use either their identity card or home return permit for clearance at the revamped Huanggang Port, simplifying cross-border travel. This new "joint clearance" model, announced by Security Secretary Chris Tang, aims to streamline the proces…
JPMorgan Chase's Kwang Shinsang downplays regulatory hurdles and sees Hong Kong's competitiveness as a major wealth management hub remain intact despite recent mainland investment curbs.
Hong Kong has introduced the Healthcare Dispute Resolution Centre's online platform, the first regional mediation and arbitration service for medical disputes, aiming to resolve local and cross-border conflicts efficiently.