Hong Kong gov’t condemns US lawmakers over claims city is hub for money laundering, sanctions evasion
[HKFP] - 11/27/2024
The Hong Kong government has slammed US lawmakers over claims that the city is playing an “increasing role” as a hub for illicit financial activities, calling the allegations “grossly unfounded.” In a statement released on Tuesday, the government said it “strongly disapproves of and firmly (…)
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[South China Morning Post] - 3/01/2025
Hong Kong gov’t reports suspected theft of documents containing personal data of 100 people
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[HKFP] - 3/01/2025
Air Busan flight from Hong Kong aborts landing in South Korea amid wheels scare
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[South China Morning Post] - 3/01/2025
Hong Kong to have warmer, drier weather in coming 3 months: Observatory
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[South China Morning Post] - 3/01/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 3/01/2025
Hong Kong retail sector sees 7.3% drop in November, marking 9th consecutive month of decline even as tourists return
Hong Kong retail sales have fallen for a ninth consecutive month with a 7.3 per cent drop logged in November (…)
[HKFP] - 3/01/2025
Hong Kong social worker who launched legal challenge against tech hub plan arrested for alleged fraud – reports
A Hong Kong social worker who sought to challenge authorities’ approval of a planned technology hub has been (…)
[HKFP] - 3/01/2025
Expert calls for children to get flu jabs early
Infectious diseases expert Ivan Hung said on Saturday that children should get their influenza vaccinations ahead of (…)
[RTHK] - 4/01/2025
4 Hong Kong cyclists arrested for ‘reckless riding’ after minibus fracas
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[South China Morning Post] - 3/01/2025
Hong Kong man arrested for ‘furious driving’ after officer dragged 70 metres
Driver, 56, allegedly sped away from policeman who then tried to stop van and suffered injuries to his head, arms (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 3/01/2025
How a Hong Kong DJ is bringing tunes of Joey Yung, Eason Chan to world
Pete Sabine, also known as DJ Fabsabs, says he is on a quest to connect with Hongkongers globally through his (…)
[South China Morning Post] - 4/01/2025