Hong Kong residents should prepare for a sudden, dramatic plunge in temperatures next week as a reinforcing wave of the powerful northeast monsoon descends upon the region, bringing with it strong winds, exceptionally dry conditions, and the season’s lowest readings. Following a warm start to the weekend, temperatures are forecast to drop by a massive…
Taiwanese hospitality powerhouse Jhu Jian Catering Group is shuttering all operations in Hong Kong, pulling the plug on its three local outlets by the end of November 2025. The strategic retreat, announced on November 12, stems from a challenging market characterized by persistently weak consumer spending and the inability of operational adjustments to reverse mounting…
A property owner in Hong Kong has faced significant financial penalties after failing to comply with a statutory removal order concerning unauthorized building works, underscoring the government’s firm stance on structural safety regulations. The owner was recently ordered to pay HK$78,300 at Sha Tin Magistrates’ Courts, with the majority of the fine attributed to the…
Australia’s labor market demonstrated renewed resilience in October, with the unemployment rate easing to 4.3%, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). This welcome moderation follows a spike in September, which saw the jobless rate hit 4.5%, its highest level in nearly four years. The latest figures signal a stabilization in employment conditions, aligning…
President Donald Trump signed a complex government funding measure on November 13, 2025, finally terminating the longest federal shutdown in United States history after 43 days of paralysis. The resolution, which emerged from fractious, bipartisan negotiations, secured immediate funding for key government sectors while delaying a clash over healthcare costs and setting the stage for…
Two senior Ukrainian officials have resigned amid a massive corruption probe targeting the nation’s energy sector, a scandal that implicates high-level figures and close associates of President Volodymyr Zelensky. The fallout, triggered by allegations of widespread embezzlement in wartime defense contracts, saw Energy Minister Svitlana Grynchuk and Justice Minister Herman Halushchenko step down following calls…
HONG KONG — Commuters and football fans traveling through the So Kon Po and Causeway Bay areas tonight must prepare for significant traffic disruptions as the Hong Kong Police Force implements extensive road closures and diversions to manage the crowd attending the International Football Friendly Match between Hong Kong, China, and Cambodia at the Hong…
In a devastating traffic incident early Wednesday morning, at least 37 individuals were killed and scores injured when a passenger bus plunged into a steep ravine in southern Peru following a head-on collision. The tragedy occurred on the notoriously hazardous Pan-American Highway South, underscoring ongoing concerns about road safety along critical transport corridors in the…
After the longest federal government shutdown in United States history, the House of Representatives approved an emergency spending package late Thursday, securing a temporary funding extension and setting the stage for government services to resume. The narrowly passed legislation, which concluded the 43-day stoppage, now heads to the President’s desk, where Donald Trump is expected…
Morning Bus Incident Snarls Traffic on New Clear Water Bay Road A Kowloon Motor Bus (KMB) veered off course and mounted the central reservation along New Clear Water Bay Road on Thursday morning, causing significant traffic disruption during the critical rush hour commute. The unusual incident, which occurred around 8:00 a.m. near Lee On Road,…
A key figure in Singapore’s massive money-laundering investigation, Su Binghai, established a substantial, debt-free property portfolio in Hong Kong valued at approximately HK$1.2 billion through a sophisticated acquisition strategy well before his alleged criminal activities came to light overseas. According to an investigation by the local news outlet HK01, which synthesized property and corporate records,…
OTTAWA—In a coordinated effort with international allies, the Canadian government enacted a significant new round of sanctions against Russia this Wednesday, November 13, 2025, specifically targeting economic sectors fueling Moscow’s military efforts and organizations enabling its hybrid warfare capabilities. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand confirmed that the measures, implemented under the Special Economic Measures Act,…
Shenzhen, China — Border officials at Shenzhen’s Luohu Port recently uncovered an elaborate smuggling operation, intercepting 150 undeclared cigars ingeniously concealed within a baby stroller. The November 13, 2025 seizure highlights the sophisticated methods frequently employed by smugglers seeking to evade mainland China’s strict customs regulations on tobacco imports. The incident unfolded during routine checks…
Police in Hong Kong successfully apprehended a man brandishing a knife near Cheung Fat Plaza in Tsing Yi during the early hours of Thursday, November 13, 2025, an incident that resulted in injuries to another individual and activated specialized law enforcement units. The operation commenced around 1 a.m. following multiple emergency calls reporting a male…
A nighttime accident in the bustling Hung Hom district resulted in a pedestrian’s injury after an elevated cargo truck collided with an overhead scaffold, causing the structure to cascade down onto the street. The incident, which unfolded late Wednesday evening outside Whampoa Garden, Block 6, underscores critical concerns regarding construction site safety and vehicle height…
Hong Kong residents should prepare for a significant mid-week temperature drop, as an intense surge of the dry northeast monsoon is forecast to sweep across the region, replacing the recent mild conditions. Starting Tuesday, November 18th, and bottoming out on Wednesday, November 19th, the territory will experience sharply falling minimum temperatures, with some parts of…
Washington, D.C.—The U.S. House of Representatives returned from its recess this week, intending to prioritize negotiations to avert a pending government shutdown. Instead, the legislative agenda was immediately derailed by the sudden release of previously confidential emails linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, reigniting intense political clashes over transparency and government accountability. On Tuesday,…
Hong Kong authorities have unveiled extensive traffic and operational measures ahead of two marquee events of the 15th National Games: a groundbreaking cross-boundary marathon and the highly anticipated triathlon races. Occurring on November 15th and 16th, the large-scale events necessitate significant, though temporary, control measures affecting key border crossings and major urban thoroughfares. On November…
Hong Kong recently experienced a stunning atmospheric display, transforming the evening sky into a canvas of iridescent colors following the movement of a tropical cyclone. Captured by countless residents on Sunday, November 9, the vivid purplish-red spectacle was characterized by cloud formations that resembled a mythical, multi-hued dragon arcing across the western horizon. The unique…
Authorities in Hong Kong’s Mong Kok district have launched a formal investigation into suspected animal cruelty after a shocking video circulated online showing a woman allegedly abusing a small white poodle on a busy pedestrian overpass. The incident, which caused immediate public outcry, led to the swift arrest and subsequent release on bail of the…