Hongkong Post informed customers Monday of substantial and growing disruptions to mail services bound for Thailand, citing severe flooding across numerous regions that has crippled local postal operations. The announcement follows an official service advisory received from Thailand’s postal administration detailing widespread logistical paralysis caused by the inclement weather. Mail delivery across dozens of Thai…
Hong Kong has officially registered strong disapproval regarding recent remarks made by a Japanese political figure concerning Taiwan, citing a corrosive effect on the atmosphere for bilateral exchanges between China and Japan. Chief Executive John Lee voiced the condemnation on Sunday, November 24, underscoring Hong Kong’s alignment with the nation’s diplomatic stance and affirming that…
A disturbing hit-and-run incident in Tokyo’s Adachi Ward left eleven pedestrians injured on Monday after a vehicle suddenly mounted the sidewalk in the busy Umejima 2-chome district around midday. Authorities have initiated an urgent search for the driver, who immediately abandoned the car and fled the scene following the serious traffic collision. While immediate details…
HONG KONG — International investment is flowing robustly into Hong Kong, solidifying the city’s role as a financial haven amid global geopolitical uncertainties, according to Financial Secretary Paul Chan. Speaking Sunday, Chan confirmed that aggregate bank deposits in the financial hub have risen approximately 10% year-over-year, underscoring sustained confidence from international capital seeking portfolio diversification.…
A collision involving a double-decker bus and a roadside tree this morning in Central, Hong Kong, caused substantial damage to the vehicle’s upper deck but fortunately resulted in no injuries to passengers. The incident, which occurred just before 10 a.m. on November 24, 2025, near Pier 6, immediately drew attention from emergency services and local…
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takachi reiterated her readiness to engage in high-level talks with Beijing following her participation in the G20 summit held recently in Johannesburg, South Africa. Takachi’s comments followed reports that Chinese Premier Li Qiang was notably absent during her address at the November 23rd gathering, a diplomatic dynamic highlighting ongoing bilateral tensions…
HONG KONG – Starting Jan. 1, Hong Kong’s public healthcare system, managed by the Hospital Authority (HA), will implement a new itemized charging structure for non-urgent outpatient and post-discharge radiological services. This overhaul seeks to optimize resource allocation, curb “no-show” appointments, and shorten substantial waiting times for advanced imaging procedures like CT and MRI scans.…
Starting January 1, Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority (HA) will introduce a new tiered payment system for certain non-urgent outpatient radiology services, aiming to reduce patient no-shows, shorten lengthy wait times, and optimize resource allocation within the public healthcare system. This overhaul involves itemized charges for imaging procedures performed following discharge or set via clinical appointments,…
Hong Kong Customs officials recently intercepted an attempt to smuggle a pedigree cat across the border, culminating in the arrest of an inbound traveler at the Lo Wu Control Point. The incident, which unfolded on November 23, involved a 56-year-old woman attempting to conceal the valuable feline within her luggage, highlighting the stringent enforcement measures…
A morning commute in Tin Shui Wai was severely disrupted today after a seven-seater vehicle spontaneously combusted at a major intersection, temporarily closing a key roadway and resulting in significant traffic congestion. The incident, which occurred just as the morning rush peaked, saw emergency services quickly contain the intense blaze, thankfully resulting in no injuries.…
Hong Kong’s Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, is embarking on a strategic, multi-city European visit this week aimed at strengthening trade ties, attracting investment, and promoting the city’s enduring competitive advantages in finance and innovation. Mr. Chan departed late Monday, November 24th, for engagements spanning London and Milan, where he will meet influential business leaders and…
A Royal Navy patrol vessel recently undertook a close monitoring mission, tracking a Russian warship and its accompanying auxiliary tanker as they navigated through internationally recognized waters adjacent to the United Kingdom’s coastline. This routine but critical operation highlights the ongoing vigilance required to safeguard British interests within busy maritime corridors. The event, confirmed by…
Following provocative statements from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding a potential military contingency in Taiwan, a significant diplomatic crisis unfolded between Tokyo and Beijing, peaking with China’s embassy in Japan referencing the United Nations Charter’s rarely cited “enemy state” provisions. The controversy centers on whether these clauses could legally justify direct military action against…
An early morning suspected arson attack completely destroyed a private vehicle in Hong Kong’s Happy Valley, prompting a high-priority police investigation into the possibility of fake license plates and a deliberate criminal act. Emergency responders rushed to 12 Moorsom Road shortly before 2:00 a.m. yesterday after passing drivers reported a parked car fully engulfed in…
Hong Kong police have initiated a major investigation into an alleged attempted murder and suicide attempt involving a father and his young daughter in Diamond Hill. The disturbing incident unfolded late Sunday evening at Fung Tak Estate, where a 48-year-old man, identified by the surname Wong, is suspected of administering a toxic substance—reportedly rodenticide mixed…
A notable hygiene breach has compelled a major supermarket in Sanya, Hainan Province, to suspend all live seafood sales after footage circulated online showing an employee standing barefoot inside a shrimp tank during cleaning. The incident, documented on November 24, 2025, sparked immediate customer outrage and emphasized the persistent challenges retailers face in maintaining strict…
Hong Kong has frozen key official exchanges with Japan’s Consulate-General, a direct response to recent diplomatic friction stemming from comments made by Japanese leadership regarding Taiwan. This abrupt halt, reported widely in late November, has immediate repercussions, impacting scheduled business and governmental dialogue in the city. The action signals a significant strain in the bilateral…
Hong Kong residents are consistently recording massive weekend travel figures into mainland China, exemplified by over 400,000 northbound crossings recorded in late November. This significant migration highlights a sustained cross-border movement, placing noticeable strain on major entry points, particularly the Shenzhen Bay Port, where massive queues and congestion have become the norm during peak return…
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – Secretary of State Marco Rubio affirmed on Sunday his “very optimistic” outlook regarding a significant 28-point peace proposal aimed at resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict, following intensive, yet highly secretive, diplomatic discussions in Geneva. While both the U.S. and Ukrainian delegations initially signaled progress, Rubio, speaking around 8:30 p.m. local time, confirmed that…
A routine Sunday morning docking resulted in significant damage to Central Pier No. 5 after a three-deck public ferry, arriving from Cheung Chau, reportedly failed to stop correctly. The incident, which occurred just after 9:30 a.m. on November 24, 2025, prompted a swift police inquiry and demands from the Transport Department for a full accident…