Cambodian tycoon Chen Zhi, recently indicted in the U.S. for allegedly running a massive cyber-fraud organization, was himself caught up in a multi-million-dollar financial dispute involving the director of his Singapore-based family office years before his international legal troubles began. Court records reveal a complex web of wealth management, regulatory compliance, and accusations of misappropriation…
Early Monday morning, authorities made a somber discovery at a transitional housing estate in Yuen Long, Hong Kong, after a welfare check led to the confirmation of death for a male resident. The man, who had reportedly been experiencing poor health, was found unresponsive inside his unit at Tung Sin House, Tung Tau, prompting an…
The annual photographic spectacle of silvergrass blooming on Lantau Island’s Sunset Peak drew unprecedented crowds over the recent mid-November weekend, highlighting growing infrastructure strain and sparking environmental concerns across Hong Kong’s cherished natural landscapes. As the golden-hued foliage reached its peak allure, hikers—many believed to be mainland tourists—flocked to the high-altitude trails, resulting in extreme…
A man succumbed to his injuries Monday morning after being rescued from the waters near the Ap Lei Chau Bridge in Aberdeen, Hong Kong. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident that led to the death of the man, estimated to be around 30 years old. The tragic sequence of events began shortly…
A significant hillside fire engulfed the slopes of Cheung Ngau Shan in Hong Kong’s Yuen Long district on Sunday evening, marking a prolonged effort by emergency services to contain the extensive blaze. The incident, first reported to authorities around 6:18 p.m., saw flames rapidly spread, stretching into a half-kilometer-long fire line before firefighters successfully brought…
The Hong Kong Observatory (HKO) activated the Standby Signal No. 1 today at 12:20 p.m., as Severe Typhoon Fung-wong moved within 800 kilometers of the territory. Forecasters anticipate the tropical cyclone will pose its closest threat on Wednesday, tracking approximately 400 kilometers to the east of Hong Kong. Residents should prepare for strengthening winds starting…
The MTR Corporation is facing mounting scrutiny following its decision to revise prominent wayfinding signage at Ho Man Tin Station, prioritizing a newly opened residential development over long-established community landmarks. The contentious update, which swapped references to Oi Man Estate and Ho Man Tin Estate with the name of the adjacent MTR property development, ONMANTIN,…
Dubai’s economy experienced significant expansion in the second quarter of 2025, buoyed by strong growth across key sectors including healthcare and construction, delivering on the emirate’s strategy to bolster its position as an international business hub. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increased by a robust 4.7% year-over-year, reaching AED 122 billion (approximately US$33.2 billion), according to…
Hong Kong Police arrested a 29-year-old man Saturday evening after he allegedly fled a Chow Sang Sang jewelry store in Yuen Long with a gold chain valued at approximately HK$22,000. The swift apprehension, executed by a special duties team following a brief pursuit, occurred near the Yuen Long MTR station; the suspect is also being…
Manila, Philippines – Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, struck the Philippines on November 9, 2025, initiating the displacement of over 900,000 residents and causing initial casualties. The powerful system made landfall in Aurora province at 9:10 p.m. local time (13:10 GMT), bringing destructive winds and intense rainfall across the heavily populated island of…
Hong Kong International Airport served as the stage for a significant drug interdiction on Sunday, as Customs officials arrested a departing passenger attempting to smuggle approximately 1.5 kilograms of liquid methamphetamine. The narcotics, cunningly concealed within what appeared to be bottles of wine, carry an estimated street value of HK$800,000. This operational success underscores authorities’…
A rapid response by Hong Kong fire services safely evacuated over 200 residents following a fire at Un Chau Estate in Cheung Sha Wan on Sunday evening. The blaze, which erupted in a high-rise residential unit, caused minor injury to one teenager but was quickly contained, averting a major disaster. The incident unfolded at approximately…
A routine paragliding session turned dramatic near Puli, Taiwan, over the weekend when two pilots—a visitor from Hong Kong and a local flyer—collided mid-air, resulting in an emergency landing in the surrounding forest. The incident, which occurred Saturday, November 8, in Nantou County near Hutoushan, was captured on video by onlookers. Fortunately, both individuals reported…
A recent incident at the popular High Island Reservoir East Dam in Sai Kung ignited public debate last weekend after a group of visitors bypassed a long queue to board a minibus, claiming the vehicle had been privately chartered. The confrontation, captured in an online video on November 9, 2025, involved frustrated day-trippers waiting for…
A stretch of cycle path adjacent to Hong Kong’s Tolo Highway became the site of two nearly simultaneous and dramatic cycling accidents on Sunday, November 9, underscoring the critical need for safety awareness in busy recreational areas. The incidents, which unfolded around noon inside a tunnel section of the path, left at least three individuals…
Guangzhou, alongside co-hosts Hong Kong and Macau, inaugurated the 15th National Games of the People’s Republic of China on Sunday, November 9, 2025, cementing the Greater Bay Area’s role as a major regional sports hub. The vast multi-sport event, often referred to as China’s premier domestic competition, saw top national athletes gather for two weeks…
President Xi Jinping of China convened with high-ranking officials from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), including President Kirsty Coventry and Honorary President for Life Thomas Bach, in Guangzhou on Sunday, just hours before the inauguration of the 15th National Games of the People’s Republic of China. This preparatory meeting highlighted the significance of the National…
A powerful offshore earthquake struck the Eastern coast of Honshu, Japan, late this afternoon, triggering a coastal alert for potential tsunami activity. The seismic event, initially assessed at magnitude 6.5, was later revised to magnitude 6.7 by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). Occurring at approximately 5:03 p.m. local time, the quake had a very shallow…
A harrowing medical case in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, has spotlighted the profound dangers of chronic sleep deprivation, particularly when combined with excessive late-night screen time. A 30-year-old man, identified locally as Xiao Zhang, survived a severe bout of viral meningoencephalitis but was left with devastating cognitive impairment, now functioning at the developmental level of a…
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is addressing significant concerns regarding the integrity of references within a doctoral thesis published on the city’s plunging fertility rate, after internal review revealed that several citations were likely fabricated by an artificial intelligence tool. The paper, titled “Forty years of fertility transition in Hong Kong,” appeared in China…