HONG KONG — Authorities responded to the Bride’s Pool Barbecue Site in Tai Po this morning following reports of a strong odor emanating from discarded carrier bags, leading to the discovery of two deceased dogs. The incident, which occurred on Friday, involved personnel from the Hong Kong Police Force and the Society for the Prevention…
One year after the mysterious death of his daughter following a company banquet, a father in Lianyungang, China, has initiated legal proceedings against local police, demanding the release of investigative reports and the justification for omitting an autopsy. Fan Xusheng is representing himself in an administrative lawsuit against the Ganyu District Public Security Bureau, seeking…
A newly released repository of documents from the estate of deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein indicates that Steve Bannon, the former chief strategist for President Donald Trump, exchanged messages with Epstein in November 2018, seeking urgent assistance with logistical arrangements during a trip to the United Kingdom to address the Oxford Union. This correspondence, identified from…
Hong Kong—The global toy industry and the city of Hong Kong are mourning the loss of L.T. Lam, the revered designer and industrialist credited with inventing the iconic little yellow rubber duck bath toy. Lam passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, at the age of 105. His family has scheduled a farewell service for…
Police in Fanling have arrested a 77-year-old man in connection with an alleged assault on a fellow resident at a local elderly care facility, stemming from a dispute reportedly involving noise levels. The incident, which occurred late last week, left an 80-year-old man injured and requiring hospitalization. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the confrontation…
A popular bar on Knutsford Terrace in Hong Kong’s bustling Tsim Sha Tsui district was the scene of an early morning burglary, prompting a police investigation into the forced entry and theft of cash. Authorities were alerted shortly before 9 a.m. on November 15, 2025, after a security guard discovered tangible signs of a break-in…
The U.S. Justice Department has confirmed it will initiate an examination into the network surrounding the late convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on alleged connections to prominent individuals and financial institutions, including former President Bill Clinton and JPMorgan Chase. The announcement, made by Attorney General Pam Bondi, follows a public request from President Donald Trump,…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Facing mounting political pressure over consumer costs, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on November 15, 2025, enacting sweeping, retroactive exemptions for over 100 imported food products, including staples like coffee, beef, and bananas. This strategic recalibration of the administration’s protectionist trade policy aims to temper rising household costs ahead of…
Vilnius, Lithuania — Avion Express, a major European wet-lease specialist, has launched a formal investigation into serious allegations that a former pilot served as captain on numerous passenger flights across the continent using falsified credentials. The inquiry, initiated following receipt of unverified information regarding the aviator’s background, threatens to intensify scrutiny over document verification standards…
A minor fire incident at the MTR Ho Tung Lau Depot in Fo Tan late Thursday night prompted a rapid operational response, resulting in the successful extinguishing of the blaze and the safe precautionary evacuation of personnel. Authorities confirmed that the fire, which originated within a restroom facility, was not deemed suspicious, and no injuries…
A former Shanghai nightclub sales manager has received a 12-year prison sentence and a substantial fine after the Putuo District People’s Court found him guilty of operating an elaborate romance fraud that bilked two professional women out of more than 10 million yuan (approximately HK$11.03 million). The convicted man, identified by the pseudonym Han Xing,…
Early Friday morning in Hong Kong’s Southern District, an 81-year-old woman sustained critical injuries after being struck by a taxi in Aberdeen. The collision, which occurred around 6:22 a.m., led to the arrest of the taxi driver on suspicion of dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm. The incident unfolded at the junction of Wah Ting…
Top political and business figures from China and the United States converged in Chicago last week to champion deepened collaboration, particularly in the critical sectors of agriculture and artificial intelligence (AI). The galvanizing event was the ninth annual gala hosted by the China General Chamber of Commerce Chicago (CGCC Chicago), drawing approximately 800 attendees under…
A dramatic overnight accident on Aberdeen Praya Road has prompted a police investigation after a private vehicle lost control, crashed violently, and was subsequently abandoned by its occupants early Friday morning. The incident, centered near the Aberdeen Wholesale Fish Market, resulted in significant property damage and has raised immediate questions about the circumstances leading up…
Early Friday morning, Kyiv sustained one of the most intense aerial assaults in recent weeks, resulting in six confirmed fatalities and 35 injuries, according to the Kyiv City Military Administration. The overnight offensive, which involved a complex mixture of drone and advanced hypersonic missile technology, targeted the Ukrainian capital, causing widespread damage to essential infrastructure…
A man died Friday in Tuen Mun after falling from height at Po Tin Estate, in what police are investigating as a fatal domestic accident. The 70-year-old victim, identified by the surname Chan, was located unconscious outside Block 1 around 5:28 p.m. Initial police reports suggest Mr. Chan accidentally slipped from an apartment while reportedly…
China’s Foreign Ministry issued a formal travel advisory on November 14, 2025, cautioning Chinese nationals against immediate travel to Japan. The directive, published via the Consular Express WeChat account, cites a worsening security climate for Chinese citizens in Japan and severely strained bilateral relations stemming from recent remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding…
A significant fire erupted at an open-air parking facility in Hong Kong’s Tsing Yi district late Friday, destroying at least five vehicles and prompting a substantial emergency response. The incident, which unfolded around 9:46 p.m. at a lot adjacent to Tsing Sheung Road near Tsing Yi Hong Wan Road, saw intense flames and massive plumes…
A viral video capturing a police officer confronting a woman jaywalking across a busy thoroughfare in Sheung Shui, Hong Kong, has ignited a fierce online discussion about pedestrian behavior and traffic safety regulations. The incident, filmed from a nearby footbridge and recently circulated on social media, spotlights the persistent challenge of enforcing pedestrian laws in…
Hungary has successfully negotiated a continuing exemption from United States sanctions, permitting the sustained import of Russian crude oil and natural gas, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced Friday in Budapest. This crucial waiver, coupled with a newly planned American financial backstop, aims to stabilize Hungary’s economy against international volatility and ensure domestic energy security. Speaking…