President Donald Trump engaged in a crucial telephone conversation with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on November 25, just one day after Trump’s dialogue with Chinese President Xi Jinping, signaling robust Washington-Tokyo alignment on regional strategy, particularly regarding Beijing and the sensitive issue of Taiwan. The call, reportedly initiated by the US President, occurred as…
A minor fire ignited early Tuesday morning in a vacant commercial unit in To Kwa Wan, Hong Kong, after a discarded cigarette butt reportedly set fire to accumulated debris, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The incident occurred shortly before 6 a.m. at Lok Chee Lau, Block H of the Lok Man Sun Chuen…
Hong Kong’s vibrant food and beverage landscape lost a foundational figure this week with the passing of Chan Wing-on, the revered founder and longtime leader of Tai Hing Group Holdings (6811), who died on Monday at age 66. The publicly traded restaurant empire, a staple of Hong Kong dining, announced the immediate transition of leadership…
HONG KONG — Authorities conducted a targeted anti-illegal immigration operation in North Point this week, resulting in the arrest of two women suspected of breaching their conditions of stay in Hong Kong. The operation, a collaborative effort between relevant agencies, underscores the ongoing enforcement against visa violations and unauthorized work within the city. On Monday,…
HONG KONG — An early morning traffic incident in Tai Po’s Lam Tsuen district on Monday, November 25, resulted in injuries to a pedestrian and a motorcyclist, prompting an official investigation into the cause of the collision. The accident occurred around 7:13 a.m. along Ping Long Road. A motorcycle traveling on the road struck a…
A 31-year-old woman in Hong Kong was pronounced dead early Tuesday morning after collapsing inside her Tuen Mun residence late Monday night. The circumstances surrounding her death are under investigation, though police indicate she had a known medical history. The incident occurred at approximately 11 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 24, at Ting Hong House within…
HONG KONG — Police in Tai Kok Tsui detained an elderly man Monday evening following a park altercation reportedly intensified by the alleged brandishing of a utility knife. The incident, which occurred around 7:37 p.m. at a public park on Hoi Ting Road, involved two strangers whose dispute reportedly began over smoking regulations within the…
President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have agreed to reciprocal state visits in 2026, signaling a commitment to stabilize the increasingly complex relationship between the world’s two largest economies. Trump announced Monday that he accepted an invitation to visit Beijing in April, following a lengthy phone discussion with Xi. In return, the American…
Taiwan’s political landscape is roiled by intense public and political backlash following actions by President William Lai Ching-te and the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) perceived as unconditional diplomatic support for Japan. This perceived alignment comes immediately after controversial statements made by Japanese politician Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan, prompting critics to warn that the move…
A Hong Kong police officer is standing trial, accused of fraudulently obtaining approximately HK$46,000 in paid sick leave after allegedly misrepresenting his occupation to a physician. The case against Jeffrey Tam Shun-wai, 32, a serving officer, commenced Monday at West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts, focusing on allegations that he falsely claimed to be a fitness coach…
JERUSALEM—Foreign visitor overnights in Israeli hotels registered their highest monthly total since the October 2023 Hamas attack, signaling a significant, albeit partial, rebound for the nation’s vital tourism sector, according to data released Monday by Israel’s Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS). This marked growth in accommodation figures reflects a tentative return of international travelers following…
Hong Kong’s Centre for Health Protection (CHP) recently confirmed the 71st imported case of Chikungunya fever this calendar year, following the diagnosis of a viral infection in a Fanling resident. This latest development underscores the perennial risk of emerging infectious diseases complicated by international travel. Health authorities are simultaneously investigating a potential local transmission cluster…
The Cathay Group, encompassing Cathay Pacific and HK Express, reported significantly robust passenger and cargo traffic figures for October 2025, signaling continued recovery and expansion, according to data released on November 24, 2025, in Hong Kong. The combined carriers transported over 3.2 million passengers during the month, marking a 21% increase from September. Concurrently, Cathay…
United Christian Hospital (UCH) in Hong Kong successfully contained an outbreak of Influenza A in its paediatric ward this past week, confirming the discharge of three adolescent patients affected by the virus, the hospital announced Monday. The incident, which began on Nov. 17, prompted heightened infection control measures and contact tracing efforts within the facility…
A controversial video depicting a couple allegedly engaging in inappropriate sexual activity within a busy Taiwanese shopping center has recently resurfaced on Hong Kong social media, prompting widespread public outrage and triggering a police investigation into potential violations of public decency laws. The footage, purported to be filmed at a mall in Taoyuan, Taiwan, shows…
Beijing, China – China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs publicly urged Japan this week to provide substantive clarification regarding its enduring policy positions on Taiwan, cautioning that rhetorical assurances risk undermining bilateral trust if not supported by concrete actions. Spokesperson Mao Ning stated Monday that continued ambiguity and perceived contradictory conduct from Tokyo could violate the…
BEIJING — China publicly denounced Japan’s reported intentions to deploy offensive military equipment closer to Taiwan, characterizing the strategy as highly precarious and a deliberate provocation of regional instability. Speaking at a routine press conference on Monday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning urged neighboring nations and the global community to exercise exceptional alertness regarding Tokyo’s…
A devastating traffic collision occurred in Hong Kong’s bustling Mong Kok district Monday afternoon when a tour bus fatally struck an elderly pedestrian, leading to significant road closures and a police investigation. The incident, reported around 3:48 p.m., took place at the busy intersection of Sai Yee Street and Argyle Street. The victim, believed to…
Hong Kong fitness enthusiasts who are clients of Levana Fitness are expressing significant concern this week following allegations that the multi-branch gym operator has failed to pay numerous personal trainers for months, potentially leaving members stranded with costly, unused training packages. The situation came to light on Monday, November 24, 2025, after a Levana client…
Law enforcement and emergency responders in Hong Kong initiated an urgent search operation Sunday after an 87-year-old man, who suffers from dementia, disappeared from the Tuen Mun area. The man, surnamed Leung, was last observed around 11 a.m. Saturday on Shek Pai Tau Road, prompting his family to report him missing. Search efforts, concentrated particularly…