Hong Kong’s Medical Council has dramatically reversed its controversial decision to permanently terminate a long-stalled disciplinary hearing concerning a cross-border infant later diagnosed with cerebral palsy. The abrupt shift, announced Friday following a three-hour review, came under intense public scrutiny and after direct intervention from the government. The high-stakes case, which spans over a decade,…
Chinese customs officials intercepted a substantial cache of undeclared cigars hidden within a baby stroller at the Liantang border checkpoint, underscoring ongoing efforts to curb illicit cross-border tobacco trafficking. The November 22, 2025, seizure involved a female traveler who attempted to bypass inspection controls by concealing 150 cigars among infant supplies, according to information released…
The highly anticipated blockbuster exhibition, “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums,” at the Hong Kong Palace Museum faced immediate challenges during its premiere weekend, drawing massive, sometimes unwieldy crowds that resulted in lengthy queues and calls for refunds. Opening on November 20 and scheduled to run until August 31, 2026, the exhibition is a…
A construction worker in Sai Kung sustained injuries Friday morning after his clothing reportedly snagged in machinery while working inside a sewage infrastructure facility. The 49-year-old man, identified by the surname Tam, lost consciousness during the incident and was extracted by emergency services before being rushed to Tseung Kwan O Hospital. He has since regained…
Correctional staff at Stanley Prison in Hong Kong demonstrated rapid intervention skills early Friday, preventing a young remand inmate from critically harming himself. The incident underlines the persistent mental health challenges within the correctional system and the constant vigilance required from officers. The event unfolded around 5:19 a.m. on November 22, when a patrol officer…
In a significant display of public dissent, Japanese citizens gathered in Tokyo on Friday, November 21, 2025, calling for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to retract controversial statements regarding a potential conflict involving Taiwan. The protest, staged outside the Prime Minister’s Office, follows Takaichi’s assertion earlier in the month that a Taiwan contingency could pose an…
China’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Fu Cong, formally contacted UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Friday, November 22, 2025, to present Beijing’s official opposition to recent statements made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan. The communication, which details the Chinese perception of Tokyo’s provocative shift on cross-Strait relations, is slated for circulation…
Some 4,000 swimmers braved Hong Kong’s iconic Victoria Harbour on Saturday morning, November 22, 2025, for the annual Victoria Harbour Race. Organized by the Hong Kong China Swimming Association, the approximately one-kilometer open-water event began at the Golden Bauhinia Square Public Pier in Wan Chai and culminated across the strait at the Avenue of Stars…
A 38-year-old man who disappeared from his home in Ap Lei Chau last week has been successfully located and is reported safe and well. The disappearance triggered a five-day search before the individual was found by authorities in the early hours of Saturday, November 22, 2025. Chan Ho-yin was last observed departing his residence at…
A routine Saturday morning commute descended into chaos on Lion Rock Tunnel Road after a severe collision involving a motorcycle and a heavy goods vehicle resulted in the hospitalization of the rider. The accident occurred shortly before 8:45 a.m. today, November 22, near the entrance to the Lion Rock Tunnel, significantly disrupting traffic flow on…
The tranquility of a residential building in Fo Tan was shattered by a significant theft this week, as burglars made off with over HK$135,000 worth of cash and jewelry from a flat in Chun Yeung Estate. The brazen overnight break-in, which occurred at Chun Yat House, highlights ongoing concerns about property security in urban residential…
The world is on the cusp of a radical economic transformation, according to technology titan Elon Musk, who recently suggested that rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and humanoid robotics will render human labor largely optional and potentially make money irrelevant within the next two decades. Speaking at the U.S.–Saudi Investment Forum, the head of…
Three mainland Chinese university students studying in Macau have been targeted by highly deceptive phone scams collectively resulting in losses exceeding HK$2.63 million (approximately US$336,000). The victims—two males and one female—were exploited by fraudsters impersonating law enforcement officials, highlighting a persistent and costly cyber threat facing students across the region. Law enforcement agencies are currently…
A 29-year-old female driver was arrested on suspicion of drink-driving early Friday after her electric vehicle crashed into roadside vegetation along Tuen Mun Road in Hong Kong. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on November 22, severely damaging the vehicle and necessitating a rescue operation by emergency services. The collision involved a white Tesla sedan…
The geopolitical landscape of the Ukraine conflict shifted dramatically last week following reports of a potential U.S.-led peace framework that analysts suggest heavily favors Moscow’s position, sparking alarm across Kyiv and European capitals. The proposed deal has put the Biden administration’s long-standing support for Ukraine under unprecedented scrutiny, forcing President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to navigate a…
Kyiv, Ukraine – A renewed and critically intense diplomatic push originating in Washington is compelling Ukraine to navigate a precarious choice between accepting a potentially detrimental peace proposal leaning toward Russian interests and risking a reduction in essential, long-standing U.S. military and intelligence support. Following Friday reports of a looming U.S. deadline to endorse a…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky engaged in critical, high-level diplomatic talks with leaders across Europe this week, focusing on an American-proposed peace initiative aimed at resolving the protracted conflict. The significant coordination occurred during a joint teleconference Friday involving British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and French President Emmanuel Macron. The discussions underscore…
Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed Friday that Moscow is prepared to engage in “substantive discussions” regarding a recent 28-point peace proposal presented by the United States aimed at resolving the protracted conflict in Ukraine. The Kremlin acknowledged receiving the detailed framework through routine diplomatic channels with the U.S. administration, signaling a potential, albeit cautious, revival…
Hong Kong’s Centre for Health Protection (CHP) confirmed two new imported cases of Chikungunya fever on November 21, 2025, involving two women who recently traveled to mainland China, highlighting the continuing risk of vector-borne disease transmission from regional hotspots. Both patients, residents of the Kwai Tsing District, were admitted to local hospitals in stable condition,…
The United Kingdom Home Office recently released a consultation document outlining significantly tighter criteria for British National (Overseas) visa holders seeking indefinite leave to remain (ILR), while confirming the existing five-year residency timeline will be preserved. While BN(O) applicants will retain the “5+1” route—allowing them to apply for settlement after five years—the new proposals mandate…