Hong Kong slams ‘malicious slander’ by US lawmakers over money-laundering claims
[South China Morning Post] - 11/26/2024
Government describes allegations in lawmakers’ letter to US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen as ‘grossly unfounded’.
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Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong-based investment firm keeps cash flowing for charity
Segantii Capital Management has donated HK$14 million to Operation Santa Claus over past 14 years, supporting over (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
100,000 spectators expected at Hong Kong Lunar New Year float parade
Night parade will be held on the first day of the Year of the Snake, showcasing 55 performance groups, including (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
China slams ‘unjustified suppression’ after US adds tech giant Tencent, CATL to list of military companies
China on Tuesday accused Washington of “unjustified suppression” after the US Defense Department added tech giant (…)
[HKFP] - 7/01/2025
Young Hongkongers say adapting to mainland Chinese work culture key to smooth transition
Greater Bay Area youth job scheme offers opportunities, but some struggle to cope with fast pace, long hours.
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
District councillors oppose first project under Hong Kong land sharing scheme
More than 10 council members oppose plan to build over 1,700 homes in Tai Po, citing transport capacity concerns.
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
What you should consider before making a citizen’s arrest in Hong Kong
Experts explain what residents should be aware of when making a citizen’s arrest after off-duty customs officer (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
2 winning tickets share record Hong Kong Mark Six jackpot of HK$138 million
Each winner takes home HK$69,234,020 after punters earlier packed Jockey Club betting branches for a shot at record (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025
Taiwan would not need independence to join international security alliance, Jimmy Lai tells national security trial
Jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai told his national security trial that Taiwan would not need to declare (…)
[HKFP] - 7/01/2025
Hong Kong restaurant staff suspended after ex-employee accuses former colleagues of sexual harassment
A restaurant in Hong Kong announced it had suspended some members of staff after a former employee said she had been (…)
[HKFP] - 7/01/2025
At least 95 dead after quake rocks China’s Tibet region, with tremors felt in Nepal and India
By Isabel Kua and Sam Davies A devastating earthquake in China’s remote Tibet region killed at least 95 people and (…)
[HKFP] - 7/01/2025
Hong Kong’s ambitious plan to build 3 artificial islands set for another delay
Development chief refuses to set starting date for reclamation work for HK$580 billion project as government (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 7/01/2025