Talk of mainland e-commerce titan JD.com pursuing a major acquisition in Hong Kong’s premier business district, Central, underscores the continued strategic importance of the city for Chinese technology giants, even amidst a challenging commercial real estate market. Sources indicate that JD.com is reportedly bidding for a significant 50% stake in CCB Tower, a Grade-A office…
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong recently faced strong public criticism on Chinese social media platforms following remarks he made concerning persistent tensions between China and Japan over the sensitive issue of Taiwan. The online reaction, which saw rapid amplification by independent commentators and smaller media outlets, underscored the heightened nationalist sensitivity in Mainland China regarding…
Hong Kong’s culinary landscape is losing a familiar fixture as Ding How instant noodles, a beloved brand synonymous with local cha chaan teng culture, is ceasing operations in December 2025. The company announced the closure on Tuesday, November 26, concluding 57 years of manufacturing a staple product found in countless hotpot broths and quick meals…
A popular informal camping area in Ngong Ping, Ma On Shan, was severely littered recently, highlighting a growing crisis in environmental stewardship as more residents and tourists frequent Hong Kong’s country parks. Over the weekend of November 21–22, 2025, extensive food waste and packaging were discovered scattered across the grasslands, likely due to improper rubbish…
Hong Kong’s ambitious infrastructure strategy takes another leap forward on December 21, as authorities plan to inaugurate the pivotal Yau Ma Tei section of the Central Kowloon Bypass (CKB). This new tunnel alignment promises to drastically reduce transit times across the historically congested Kowloon Peninsula, transforming peak-hour commutes and improving accessibility to key regional developments…
The distant celestial object known as comet C/2025 K1, originating from the remote Oort Cloud, has broken apart in space following a dramatic close approach to the Sun earlier this month. Discovered in May by the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS), the comet, initially nicknamed the “other ATLAS” to differentiate it from the unrelated…
On Tuesday, authorities in Hong Kong’s Yau Tsim district initiated a focused enforcement initiative targeting persistent illegal parking zones, resulting in significant penal actions and a notable arrest. The operation, aimed at mitigating traffic congestion and promoting road safety in the bustling urban area, underscores the police force’s ongoing commitment to tackling unsafe driving practices.…
Ukrainian officials have reportedly agreed in principle to the framework of a peace agreement designed to end the conflict, according to a U.S. official cited by CNN this week. The breakthrough, detailed on Tuesday, indicates that Kyiv has assented to the core elements of the proposed deal, leaving only a few minor details to be…
French authorities significantly advanced their investigation this week into the sophisticated October theft of eight precious jewels—valued at approximately \$95 million (€88 million)—from the Louvre Museum’s iconic Apollo Gallery, detaining four additional individuals in the Paris region. The apprehension of two men and two women, aged 31 to 40, on Tuesday marks a critical development…
Hong Kong law enforcement authorities recently conducted a significant anti-vice operation in the northern territories, resulting in the apprehension of eleven individuals suspected of operating illegally. The coordinated crackdown, which occurred on a Tuesday afternoon, focused on commercial and residential areas within Tai Po and Sheung Shui, specifically targeting illicit activities. The joint effort commenced…
Two young men, aged 17 and 18, were seriously injured and required urgent medical intervention after a violent stabbing incident erupted within the Shek Kip Mei Estate public housing complex in Hong Kong on Tuesday evening. The daylight assault, occurring around 7:13 p.m., targeted the teenagers, resulting in both sustaining multiple lacerations that necessitated immediate…
Hong Kong, November 26, 2025 — The highly anticipated Mark Six “Lucky Tuesday Snowball Draw” concluded without a top-prize winner, resulting in a substantial rollover that elevates the next estimated jackpot to an estimated HK$88 million. Lotteries officials confirmed that the 125th official draw, held Tuesday evening, failed to match all six primary winning numbers,…
Hong Kong’s Chief Executive, John Lee, addressed a major policy seminar today, providing local leaders and professionals insight into the directives issued during the recent Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee. The November 25, 2025, event brought together senior mainland officials and approximately 500 regional representatives at the Central…
Hong Kong authorities initiated an investigation Monday afternoon following the discovery of a deceased 33-year-old woman inside a premise in Mong Kok suspected of operating as an illegal gambling venue and potentially housing drug use. The incident occurred shortly before 2:40 p.m. at 83 Tung Choi Street when police received a report that the woman,…
HONG KONG — Lottery enthusiasts across Hong Kong are keenly awaiting the massive Mark Six “Lucky Tuesday Snowball draw” this evening, November 25, as the first-prize pool is expected to reach an impressive HK$68 million. This considerable sum is the result of seven consecutive draws concluding without a top-tier winner, compounding over HK$53 million into…
A recent incident in Hong Kong, brought to light via social media, has intensified public scrutiny concerning food safety and courier accountability in the delivery service sector. Following a widely circulated online claim that a Keeta delivery rider consumed a customer’s beverage mid-route, the delivery platform has confirmed the immediate termination of the individual’s service…
A rapid-moving fire erupted on the exterior of Lee Theatre Plaza in Hong Kong’s busy Causeway Bay district on Tuesday afternoon, quickly consuming a portion of a synthetic green wall and prompting a swift response from fire services. The incident, which occurred around 12:53 p.m. at 99 Percival Street, forced the temporary closure of several…
A Chinese national died Tuesday afternoon after falling from a structure inside Terminal 1 of Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. local time, involving a man reportedly visiting the country as a tourist with his mother. Local law enforcement initiated a rescue attempt after receiving alerts from bystanders…
Hong Kong Customs officials have initiated an investigation into a local commercial entity suspected of violating the anti-money laundering regulations by conducting significant, unregistered transactions involving gold, silver, and jewelry. The probe focuses on a firm that allegedly handled dealings exceeding the HK$120,000 threshold without the necessary authorization under the city’s rigorous regulatory framework for…
Following Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s assertion that Chinese military action against Taiwan could trigger an “existential crisis” for Japan, a Beijing-controlled media outlet issued a stark commentary on November 25, 2025, warning global observers not to dismiss the possibility of Japan launching a pre-emptive military strike against China. The article, published by Beijing Time…