The British Consulate-General in Hong Kong recently staged its annual King’s Birthday celebration, cementing its role as a key diplomatic convener in the city. The formal luncheon, hosted on November 12, drew a diverse and influential collection of Hong Kong’s political veterans, business magnates, and civic leaders, underscoring the enduring ties between the UK and…
Chinese national She Zhijiang, suspected of orchestrating large-scale cyber-scam operations in Myanmar, has been successfully extradited from Thailand to face judgment in China, marking a significant victory in international law enforcement cooperation against transnational organized crime. The transfer, executed on November 12, followed a protracted legal battle in Thai courts, culminating in the Chinese Ministry…
A domestic flight scheduled to depart from Chengdu, Sichuan, faced significant disruption earlier this week after an expectant mother reportedly refused to comply with airline policy regarding late-term pregnancy travel, resulting in a 90-minute delay. The incident, which took place on Monday, November 12, 2025, involved a Tibet Airlines service traveling from Chengdu Shuangliu International…
Hong Kong health authorities are urgently appealing to parents and schools to prioritize seasonal influenza vaccination following the confirmation of a severe pediatric flu case. The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) confirmed that an 11-year-old boy from ESF Island School is hospitalized in serious condition with a diagnosis of influenza A complicated by shock, underscoring…
A swift-moving fire engulfed a ground-floor commercial unit in Yuen Long late this afternoon, triggering a major emergency response and severely disrupting traffic along a central artery in the district. The incident, which occurred at approximately 4:51 p.m. on November 12, 2025, involved a storefront located at 163 Castle Peak Road–Yuen Long. Thick plumes of…
Hong Kong authorities have arrested a Filipino domestic worker following the alleged theft of approximately HK$520,000 in cash from her employer at a prestigious Happy Valley residence. The incident, reported on Wednesday morning, involves a significant sum of local and mainland Chinese currency, sparking an investigation by the Hong Kong Police Force into financial security…
The northern occupied West Bank experienced a dramatic surge in violence this week as dozens of Israeli settlers allegedly carried out coordinated arson attacks, targeting Palestinian property, agricultural land, and a Bedouin community near Tulkarm and Nablus. The organized assaults, which resulted in injuries to several Palestinians and extensive property damage, unfolded against the backdrop…
The U.S. House of Representatives is poised to vote Wednesday on a Senate-approved temporary funding bill, an action that could finally end the nation’s longest-ever government shutdown gripping federal agencies for 43 days. The measure, designed to finance crucial federal operations for an additional two months, faces a narrow and politically charged path through the…
The family of Lan Sau-chun, a 44-year-old casual worker who tragically died in a construction site collapse in Yuen Long last week, has concluded their public fundraising efforts, expressing immense gratitude for the community’s outpouring of support. Following the fatal incident on Shan Pui Road on November 5, 2025, the family, still grappling with immense…
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee and Beijing Mayor Yin Yong met on November 12, 2025, at Government House in Hong Kong to reinforce economic and strategic partnerships between the two major cities. The high-level meeting focused on capitalizing on Hong Kong’s unique global positioning to assist mainland enterprises, particularly those from Beijing, in expanding…
Hong Kong Customs officials have successfully intercepted two massive ocean-going cargo consignments, netting an estimated HK$64 million (approximately US$8.2 million) worth of undeclared goods. The seizures, resulting from targeted operations in late October, underscore the city’s ongoing battle against sophisticated maritime smuggling networks that exploit global shipping routes. Detecting Illicit Cargo The successful interdiction followed…
Hong Kong authorities successfully apprehended a primary suspect involved in the violent slashing of three Customs officers during a major drug raid in To Kwa Wan last week. Following a multi-day manhunt across multiple districts, the 38-year-old man, identified by the surname Wu, was taken into custody in Yuen Long, concluding an intense investigation that…
Hong Kong is accelerating its commitment to global climate action, detailing a comprehensive strategy to achieve significant emissions reductions and bolster its status as a global green finance leader. Secretary for Environment and Ecology Tse Chin-wan presented the city’s climate framework at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) on November 11 in Belém, Brazil,…
Hong Kong’s top environmental official outlined the city’s comprehensive climate action framework on the global stage this month, detailing strategic progress and future targets aimed at achieving carbon neutrality. Secretary for Environment and Ecology Tse Chin-wan presented Hong Kong’s roadmap at the China Pavilion during the landmark United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém,…
Hong Kong’s political landscape is witnessing unprecedented cross-sector collaboration ahead of the Legislative Council (LegCo) election on December 7, 2025. This pivotal race, operating under the revised “patriots administering Hong Kong” framework, emphasizes consensus-building and broad representation, prompting major business figures and established party leaders to back candidates outside their traditional spheres. In a highly…
Hong Kong’s burgeoning online food delivery market is set for a shake-up after the Competition Commission (ComCom) successfully engaged with platform giant Keeta regarding potentially anti-competitive contract clauses. The regulator found that certain provisions within Keeta’s restaurant agreements, operated by Kangaroo Limited, may suppress market rivalry and obstruct emerging delivery platforms from gaining a foothold…
Employer-sponsored medical benefits costs in Hong Kong are projected to climb by 9.9% in 2026, forcing companies to reconsider benefits strategies amid sustained global health care inflation. This forecast, stemming from WTW’s 2026 Global Medical Trends Survey, indicates continuous upward pressure on corporate healthcare spending, driven by technological advancements, pharmaceutical innovations, and escalating demand for…
Hong Kong authorities have apprehended a 38-year-old man in connection with the brutal knife attack that injured three Customs officers during a narcotics raid last week. The arrest, executed in the New Territories North on Wednesday morning, marks a crucial development in the high-profile investigation that has gripped the city. The incident unfolded on November…
The naming conventions for MTR exit signs are once again a flashpoint in Hong Kong, as residents of the large Amoy Gardens housing estate challenge the sudden rebranding of a key access point at Kowloon Bay Station. The switch, which saw the longstanding reference to Amoy Gardens replaced by the East Kowloon Cultural Centre (EKCC)…
Emergency services in Hong Kong initiated an investigation Wednesday morning after discovering a severely decomposed body inside a residential unit at Kai Ching Estate in Kowloon Bay. The disturbing find at Lok Ching House was prompted by building security staff alerting authorities to a powerful, foul odor emanating from the apartment after attempts to contact…