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…
Three Chinese astronauts, or taikonauts, returned safely to Earth Friday afternoon following an unprecedented nine-day mission extension necessitated by unexpected damage to their original return vehicle. The trio—Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui, and Wang Jie—landed via parachute in the remote Dongfeng site within the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, marking the successful conclusion of their six-month rotation…
Hong Kong’s independent anti-corruption body took decisive action Thursday, detaining three individuals suspected of soliciting others to boycott the vote or submit invalid ballots during the upcoming 2025 Legislative Council General Election (LegCo). The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) confirmed the arrests stemming from online activity, stating the conduct potentially violates Section 27A of the…
Hong Kong’s Immigration Department concluded a comprehensive, week-long enforcement initiative on November 13, resulting in the detention of 26 individuals suspected of offenses related to illegal employment. The coordinated effort, spanning November 7 to November 13, saw multiple government agencies partner to target unauthorized labor practices and resulted in arrests across various commercial and industrial…
China’s National Meteorological Centre has issued a stark winter weather advisory, forecasting a dramatic three-day shift into frigid conditions beginning Friday. A powerful surge of Arctic air is set to sweep across vast swathes of northern and central-eastern China, delivering sharp temperature drops, strong winds, and localized snowfall to regions including Inner Mongolia, Heilongjiang, Jilin,…
A high-profile legal dispute has intensified around Cambodia-based Prince Group and its chairman, Oknha Chen Zhi (also known as Vincent Chen), following U.S. criminal charges and the seizure of billions of dollars in digital assets. In an urgent statement issued November 11, the conglomerate categorically rejected all accusations linking the company or its chairman to…