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China removes top military officers Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli amid corruption probe
- China has removed high-ranking military officers Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli from the Central Military Commission (CMC) following investigations into "serious violations of the law." - Zhang, formerโฆ
Hong Kong Court Acquits Police Officer of Indecent Assault After Rejecting Accuser's Testimony
- A Hong Kong police officer was acquitted of indecent assault charges. - The court rejected the accuser's testimony, citing inconsistencies with her written statements. - The officer was accused of tโฆ
Uber, Didi prepare to seek Hong Kong ride-hailing licenses
- Ride-hailing companies Uber and Didi are preparing to apply for licenses under a new Hong Kong government scheme. - The new regulations aim to regulate the fast-growing ride-hailing industry, requirโฆ
Hong Kong activist Chow Hang-tung's full mitigation statement after national security trial conviction
- Tiananmen vigil activists, including Chow Hang-tung, were found guilty of inciting subversion under Hong Kong's national security law. - Chow Hang-tung, representing herself, had her mitigation statโฆ
Hong Kong revises heat stress warning system after criticism
- Hong Kong's Labour Department is enhancing its Heat Stress at Work Warning system with new trigger conditions to better protect outdoor workers. - The changes follow criticism that the previous systโฆ
Taiwan lawmakers approve $7.6 billion drone budget amid growing China threat
- Taiwan's parliament approved a $7.6 billion budget for locally made drones to enhance defense capabilities. - The decision comes as the island strengthens its military spending and defense industry โฆ
Three arrested after video shows woman slapping child in Hong Kong mall
- Three women were arrested for fighting in a public place at a Hong Kong mall after a video showed one slapping a child. - The incident occurred when a dispute arose between a 68-year-old grandmotherโฆ
Over 1,000 Missing After Deadly Nepal-Tibet Floods and Landslides
- Over 1,000 people are missing on the Nepal-Tibet border after flash floods and landslides killed at least 165. - Entire villages were swept away by the disaster, with rescuers using excavators to fiโฆ
Hong Kong's complicated dance with animals: From beloved pets to public fear
- Hong Kong exhibits a complex and often contradictory relationship with animals, encompassing love, fear, and utility. - Recent incidents involving aggressive dogs and a cruel act against a dog in maโฆ
Hong Kong taxi driver jailed 8 weeks for overcharging, fleeing undercover officer
- A 64-year-old Hong Kong taxi driver was sentenced to eight weeks in jail and fined HK$3,000 for overcharging an undercover officer and fleeing the scene. - The driver, Chan Wai-kee, quoted a fare siโฆ
North Korea to โbring joyโ to Kim with 100 athletes at Asian Games
- North Korea will send approximately 100 athletes to compete in 14 sports at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan. - The delegation aims to achieve greater results than in previous games and "bring joy โฆ
Hong Kong's first Chinese medicine hospital to offer inpatient services in December
- Hong Kong's first Chinese medicine hospital will begin offering inpatient services on December 11. - Fees for inpatient services will be approximately three times higher than those at public hospitaโฆ
Hong Kong Privacy Watchdog Warns 3 Domestic Workers Over Loan Scams Using Employers' Data
- Hong Kong's privacy watchdog has issued warning letters to three domestic workers for using their employers' personal data without consent to secure loans. - The workers violated the Personal Data (โฆ
Crunch culture and tight timelines blamed for 15 construction site deaths this year
- Hong Kong's construction sector attributes 15 worksite deaths this year to a pervasive "crunch culture." - Industry representatives cite tight deadlines, cost-cutting measures, and rushing work as pโฆ
China's new ambassador to Australia takes bus to work, calls for mutual respect
- China's new ambassador to Australia, Liu Jinsong, arrived in Canberra and stated he took a public bus, interacting with "ordinary" people. - Liu emphasized mutual respect between China and Australiaโฆ
Hong Kong police arrest woman for alleged sedition ahead of Tiananmen vigil group's national security verdict
- Hong Kong police arrested a woman for alleged sedition outside a courthouse ahead of a verdict in a national security case. - The arrest occurred hours before leaders of a Tiananmen vigil group wereโฆ
78% of low-income elderly Hongkongers have suffered heat-related distress - Greenpeace
- A Greenpeace survey revealed that 78.7% of low-income elderly Hongkongers experienced heat-related distress during the summer 2026 heatwave. - Many respondents live in inadequate housing and lack acโฆ
Hong Kong launches trial booking system for Sai Kung geopark trail to curb overtourism
- Hong Kong authorities have launched a trial booking system for the Po Pin Chau section of the High Island Geo Trail to manage crowds and protect the environment. - Visitors can register for free onlโฆ
Chinese comedian Guo Degang investigated after patriotic song gag
- Chinese comedian Guo Degang is under investigation for allegedly mocking a patriotic song during a performance in July. - The incident occurred in Wuhan, where Guo reportedly altered lyrics of a 195โฆ
China Mulls Bid to Host 2028 UN Climate Talks: Sources
- China is considering a bid to host the 2028 UN climate talks (COP33), according to sources. - Hosting the summit could enhance China's global reputation on climate change and its green technology exโฆ
โSo bad itโs goodโ: Rough animated film Niu Lai becomes surprise Chinese hit
- A low-budget Chinese animated film, "Niu Lai" (Here Comes the Cow), has become a surprise viral hit despite its crude visuals and animation. - The film, created by a mother and son over five years wโฆ
Hong Kong officials approve conviction of Tiananmen vigil organizers; rights groups cite declining freedoms
- Two former leaders of the Hong Kong Alliance were convicted of inciting subversion for organizing Tiananmen vigils. - Hong Kong officials praised the convictions, stating the group sowed hatred and โฆ
Pro-Beijing union coalition urges Hongkong Post to reverse halt on permanent contracts
- A pro-Beijing union coalition urged Hongkong Post to reverse its decision to stop offering permanent contracts. - The move affects about 200 postal workers and is intended to cut operating costs amiโฆ
Hong Kong woman, 33, dies after being mauled by dog at Ta Kwu Ling animal shelter
- A 33-year-old woman died after being mauled by a dog at an animal shelter in Ta Kwu Ling, Hong Kong. - CCTV footage showed the attack occurred while she was feeding the one-year-old mongrel. - The iโฆ
Hong Kong Tiananmen Vigil Activists Convicted Under National Security Law
- Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists Chow Hang-tung and Lee Cheuk-yan were convicted under the national security law. - They were found guilty of inciting subversion. - The activists face up to 10 yeโฆ
Hong Kong Privacy Watchdog: Over 153,000 Affected in Canvas Data Breach
- Hong Kong's privacy watchdog reported over 153,000 students and staff were affected by a global cyberattack on the Canvas learning platform. - The number of affected individuals is more than double โฆ
Around 66% of Hong Kong upper primary students experience stress from testing overload - survey
- A survey found that approximately 66% of upper primary students in Hong Kong experience stress due to excessive testing and assessments. - Nearly 60% of students also reported anxiety about an uncerโฆ
Hong Kong to slash crosswalk waits by up to 20 seconds using AI traffic lights
- Hong Kong will implement an AI-powered traffic light system to reduce pedestrian waiting times by 15 to 20 seconds. - The system will debut at a busy Causeway Bay intersection in early 2027 and is pโฆ
Hong Kong birth rate dips below 30,000 for first time despite cash incentives
- Hong Kong's birth rate has fallen below 30,000 for the first time in a year, despite government incentives. - The Census and Statistics Department reported 29,709 births between July 2025 and June tโฆ
Hong Kong customs arrests 2 over allegedly coercive sales tactics at beauty chain Opatra London
- Hong Kong customs arrested two Opatra London staff members for allegedly using coercive sales tactics. - The skincare chain's employees are suspected of pressuring customers, including the elderly, โฆ
CK Hutchison seeks over US$1.5 billion from Panama over port takeover
- Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison has initiated international arbitration proceedings against Panama. - The dispute arises from Panama's cancellation of a concession for CK Hutchison to operate twโฆ
NGO PETA Asia offers HK$50,000 reward for info about suspected hamster abuse
- PETA Asia is offering a HK$50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of individuals suspected of severely injuring two hamsters. - The hamsters were found with severe limb injuries near a โฆ
Owner arrested over fatal Yuen Long dog attacks; killer dog may be euthanised if not reclaimed
- The owner of a large dog suspected of fatally attacking two smaller dogs in Yuen Long, Hong Kong, has been arrested. - The dog, previously involved in another attack, is under observation, and authoโฆ
Hong Kong Court Orders Defunct Apple Daily to Pay HK$1.5 Million in Defamation Case
- A Hong Kong court ordered the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper to pay HK$1.5 million to a couple in a defamation lawsuit. - The couple sued over articles published in 2019 that accused them of beinโฆ
Hong Kong vows to revamp โinadequateโ heat stress warning system by monthโs end
- Hong Kong plans to overhaul its heat stress warning system by the end of the month following criticism of its inadequacy during a record heatwave. - The government will review the thresholds of the โฆ
Hongkong Post ends permanent roles for new staff to cut operating costs, mulls branch closures
- Hongkong Post will cease offering permanent civil service contracts to new staff to reduce operating costs. - The postal service faces declining mail traffic and is considering branch closures. - Apโฆ
Flags lowered nationwide for funeral of Chinaโs ex-premier Zhu Rongji
- Flags were lowered nationwide in China to honor the funeral of former Premier Zhu Rongji. - Zhu, who died last week at 97, was remembered as a "reforming trailblazer." - He is credited with decisiveโฆ
University of Hong Kong to convert โDemocracy Wallโ into digital display
- The University of Hong Kong has converted its "Democracy Wall" into a digital display. - The physical bulletin board, largely empty for years, was boarded up and replaced with a notice about "sustaiโฆ
Taiwanโs leader says government to propose record defence spending for 2027
- Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced the government will propose a record defense budget for 2027. - The proposed budget exceeds NT$1 trillion ($35.2 billion) for the first time, representing oโฆ
Hong Kong patriotic groups stage anti-Japan demonstrations on anniversary of Japanโs World War II surrender
- Patriotic Hongkongers demonstrated outside the Japanese consulate on the 81st anniversary of Japan's World War II surrender. - Protesters condemned Japan's wartime actions and opposed the resurgenceโฆ
How an escalating crackdown on Hong Kongโs independent bookstores put Taiwan publishers in the spotlight
- Hong Kong authorities arrested staff from four independent bookstores this year under sedition charges, leading to closures. - The crackdown has intensified scrutiny on the relationship between Hongโฆ
Hong Kong police probe officer over viral dog-ear filter dance video
- Hong Kong police are investigating an officer featured in a viral video dancing with a dog-ear filter. - The clip gained traction on mainland Chinese social media platforms. - The force emphasizes iโฆ
Hong Kong logs over 2,100 investment scams in first half of 2026, losses totalling HK$1.6 billion
- Hong Kong police reported over 2,100 investment scam cases in the first half of 2026, resulting in HK$1.6 billion in losses. - While investment scams constituted only 10% of all deception cases, theโฆ
Chinaโs viral latiao โspicy stripsโ take a bite of global snack market
- China's popular 'latiao' spicy snack, made from wheat flour dough, is rapidly expanding into the global market. - The industry is now worth over $8.9 billion, with major producers exporting to more โฆ
China slams 'groundless' espionage claims by New Zealand spy agency
- China's embassy in Wellington has condemned New Zealand's spy agency for alleging increased espionage activities. - The New Zealand Security Intelligence Service's annual report warned of China condโฆ
UK confirms ex-Hong Kong lawmaker Wu Chi-wai will not face deportation after immigration hiccups
- Former Hong Kong lawmaker Wu Chi-wai will not be deported from the UK after facing immigration issues upon arrival. - UK immigration authorities acknowledged the need to assess BNO passport cases inโฆ
Hong Kong Public Housing Wait Time Creeps Up to 4.8 Years
- The average waiting time for public rental housing in Hong Kong has slightly increased to 4.8 years as of June. - The Housing Bureau attributes the increase to more flat allocations in urban areas, โฆ
Ex-Observatory chiefs urge revamp of Hong Kong heat stress index for outdoor workers
- Two former Hong Kong Observatory directors urged the Labour Department to revamp the city's heat stress warning system. - They argue the current system uses an incorrect heat stress reference, delayโฆ
Hong Kong court acquits woman over possessing laser pointers in 2019
- A Hong Kong court acquitted a woman accused of possessing a weapon during 2019 protests. - The woman, Ami Chan, was re-arrested in Hong Kong after returning from Australia. - She faced charges of poโฆ
Taiwan says AI agents used in cyberattacks targeting island
- Taiwan reported that overseas hackers used artificial intelligence agents to conduct cyberattacks against government agencies in July. - The island's digital affairs ministry disclosed the use of AIโฆ
Hong Kong watchdog raids sites over HK$500 million renovation bid-rigging probe
- Hong Kong's competition watchdog raided 12 locations in an operation targeting alleged bid-rigging in the building maintenance sector. - The investigation is linked to suspected manipulation of renoโฆ
Taiwan simulates Chinese attack, slows mobile internet in major drill
- Taiwan conducted a nationwide air raid drill simulating a Chinese attack, forcing millions indoors. - Mobile internet speeds were reduced for the first time during the drill to simulate communicatioโฆ
Hong Kong teen gets probation for 'seditious' toilet graffiti
- A 19-year-old Hong Kong man with autism received an 18-month probation for writing seditious graffiti in a public bathroom. - This marks a rare non-custodial sentence for a national security offenseโฆ
Hong Kong authorities clear 20-year-old community space on Mission Hill
- Hong Kong authorities began clearing a 20-year-old community space on government land in Sham Shui Po on August 12, 2026. - The Home Affairs Department stated the clearance aims to enhance safety anโฆ
Hong Kong Tech Index Plans Expansion with AI and Robotics Themes
- Hong Kong's Hang Seng Tech Index plans to expand its constituent companies from 30 to 50. - New themes like artificial intelligence and robotics will be added to reflect industry changes. - The indeโฆ
Grieving daughter says SCMPโs year-late apology over โreprehensibleโ suicide coverage falls short
- A daughter is criticizing the South China Morning Post (SCMP) for its delayed apology regarding its coverage of her father's suicide. - She argues that the apology, issued a year after her initial cโฆ
2019 protests: 6 seek appeals for obstructing justice over PolyU campus bridge escape
- Six individuals are appealing their convictions for perverting the course of justice related to their escape from the Polytechnic University during the 2019 Hong Kong pro-democracy protests. - The dโฆ
Hong Kong Housing Society raises public housing rent by 2.85%
- Hong Kong Housing Society (HKHS) will increase public housing rent by 2.85% starting October 1. - The rent hike will affect low-income families by an average of HK$73 per month and higher-income famโฆ
Domestic worker union hits back over employer groupโs pay freeze petition
- A Hong Kong union representing migrant domestic workers criticized employer groups' calls for a pay freeze. - The union stated that recent wage increases have not kept pace with the rising cost of lโฆ
Hong Kong to revamp 'baffling' work heat stress warnings after record temperatures trigger lowest alerts
- Hong Kong's Labour Department will revise its heat stress warning system after it issued only the lowest alert during record-breaking temperatures. - Commissioner for Labour Sam Hui expressed confusโฆ
Australia, Vietnam boost military ties in nod to China
- Australia and Vietnam will expand military cooperation, focusing on maritime security and joint training, to counter China's growing influence. - The agreement follows talks between Australian Primeโฆ
Restaurant barred from hiring non-local workers after providing false info in application
- A Hong Kong restaurant, Waso Cafe, has been penalized for providing false information in its application to hire non-local workers. - The restaurant's application under the Enhanced Supplementary Laโฆ
Ex-Observatory chief slams 'decorative' heat stress warning system after record temps
- A former Hong Kong Observatory chief criticized the government's heat stress warning system for only issuing the lowest alert during record-breaking temperatures. - Lam Chiu-ying stated that the
Hong Kong 47: 11 jailed democrats granted permission to appeal to top court
- Eleven pro-democracy figures in Hong Kong have been granted permission to appeal their convictions for conspiracy to commit subversion under the national security law. - The activists were among 45 โฆ
Tai Po fire interim report details circumstances of firefighter death; finds cigarette butt likely cause
- An interim report on a fatal fire in Tai Po, Hong Kong, suggests a cigarette butt likely caused the blaze. - The fire, which occurred on November 26 last year at Wang Fuk Court, resulted in 168 fataโฆ
Hong Kong Sees Record 36.9ยฐC Heat as Tropical Cyclone Dolphin Influences Weather
- Hong Kong recorded its hottest day on record Sunday, with temperatures reaching 36.9 degrees Celsius at the Observatory headquarters. - The heatwave, influenced by Tropical Cyclone Dolphin, is expecโฆ
Tibet conference in Nepal pushed online amid government pressure claims
- An international academic conference on Tibet scheduled for Nepal has been moved online due to unspecified government pressure. - Organizers stated they were asked by the Nepalese government not to โฆ
Explainer: Hong Kongโs national security crackdown โ month 73
- Hong Kong's national security police raided two independent bookstores, arresting five staff members on suspicion of sedition. - Authorities alleged the books and displayed items carried seditious iโฆ
Anguish and hope: why Tibetan activist Lobga Rangzen set himself on fire in New York
- Tibetan activist Lobga Rangzen set himself on fire in front of the United Nations in New York. - The act was apparently a form of protest, though his specific plans were unknown to those close to hiโฆ
Hong Kong swelters as Tropical Cyclone Dolphin sees temperatures exceed 38ยฐC
- Hong Kong experienced temperatures exceeding 38 degrees Celsius on Saturday due to the heatwave brought by Tropical Cyclone Dolphin. - The Hong Kong Observatory forecasts extremely hot weather to peโฆ
Pacific Nations Fail to Agree on Statement Condemning China Missile Test
- Pacific nations failed to agree on a joint statement condemning China's recent missile test. - New Zealand's foreign minister accused some nations of appeasing "outsiders" by blocking the condemnatiโฆ
Hong Kong's Lingnan University Studentsโ Union disbands after 59 years
- The student union at Hong Kong's Lingnan University has disbanded after 59 years, citing changing circumstances. - LUSU, founded in 1967, played a role in social issues and the pro-democracy movemenโฆ
Hong Kong police arrest 16 over bar fight murder
- Hong Kong police have arrested 16 people in connection with the murder of a 32-year-old businessman during a bar fight on July 26. - The victim sustained severe head trauma, including skull fractureโฆ
Pro-democracy retailer ordered to make multiple rectifications as Buildings Depโt threatens court
- A pro-democracy retailer in Hong Kong, As One, has been ordered by the Buildings Department to rectify multiple defects at its shop, including replacing its signboard. - The retailer claims the signโฆ
Mother Jailed 22 Years for Starving Son, 5, to Death
- A woman has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for the manslaughter of her 5-year-old son, whom she starved to death. - The child was found severely malnourished, weighing less than half the averaโฆ
Hongkongers studying overseas - the next threat to national security?
- An article in The Standard suggests overseas study programs are used by foreign forces to recruit elites and disrupt Hong Kong. - The piece lacks named sources, relying on vague attributions like "pโฆ
Chinese activist Zhang Xinyan, wanted by Hong Kong govโt, arrives in Canada after Thailand detention
- Chinese activist Zhang Xinyan, wanted by Hong Kong authorities, has arrived in Canada after being detained in Thailand. - Zhang, a member of the banned Hong Kong Parliament and a Falun Gong practitiโฆ
Cathay Pacific profit soars 71% amid Iran war and passenger surcharges
- Cathay Pacific reported a 71% surge in first-half net profit to HK$6.2 billion, driven by strong passenger demand and cargo. - The airline benefited from travelers avoiding the Middle East, which ofโฆ
Hong Kong considers AI drones to enforce construction site smoking ban
- Hong Kong authorities have issued 39 fines since implementing a smoking ban at construction sites last month. - The Labour Department is exploring the use of drones equipped with AI facial recognitiโฆ
Hong Kong Court Jails Repeat Sex Offender for Four Months Over Teenage Girl's Bus Assault
- A 65-year-old repeat sex offender was sentenced to four months in jail in Hong Kong. - He was convicted of indecently assaulting a teenage girl on a bus in June. - The incident was captured on camerโฆ
HSBC resumes share buyback after first-half profit jumps to US$14.6 billion
- HSBC announced a share buyback of up to US$1 billion after reporting a 27 percent rise in first-half profit to US$14.6 billion. The profit increase was driven by growth in net interest income and hiโฆ
Over 1,000 drivers apply for Hong Kong ride-hailing tests under new regime
- Over 1,000 drivers have applied for written tests required under Hong Kong's new ride-hailing regulations. - The new laws, which came into effect Monday, require ride-hailing drivers to hold a speciโฆ
Hikers draw scrutiny after entering Hong Kong reservoir spillway during flood discharge for photos
- Two hikers are under investigation for entering a Hong Kong reservoir spillway during flood discharge to take photos. - The Water Supplies Department (WSD) is concerned about the dangerous behavior โฆ
Former Hong Kong prison guard jailed for 3 years over attack on inmate
- A former Hong Kong prison guard, Tam Lik-chung, has been sentenced to three years in jail for brutally assaulting an inmate. - The assault involved repeatedly thrusting a stick into the inmate's recโฆ
Hong Kong records second-rainiest July, with double the average rainfall and 20 amber rainstorm warnings issued
- Hong Kong experienced its second-wettest July on record, with rainfall significantly exceeding the monthly average. - The Hong Kong Observatory issued 20 amber and five red rainstorm warnings througโฆ
Gov't refusal to release banned book list after bookstore arrests is 'abuse of power,' Christian NGO says
- A Hong Kong Christian NGO called the government's refusal to release a list of banned books an "abuse of power." - The Society for Truth and Light stated this refusal undermines the rule of law. - Tโฆ
Tourists chase high-octane thrill in Chinaโs trending biker capital
- Chongqing, China, has become a popular tourist destination for its motorcycle culture and neon-lit cityscape. - Tourists rent motorbikes and hire drivers to create personalized videos, a trend ampliโฆ
UK court rejects challenge against new Chinese embassy in London
- A UK court rejected a legal challenge against the planning permission for a new Chinese embassy in London. - Residents and campaign groups argued the embassy's size and location posed security risksโฆ
Hong Kong Originals: The lost art of deity wood carving
- Hop Keung Cheong Kee is Hong Kong's last remaining workshop specializing in carving and restoring deity wood carvings. - The workshop, run by the Siu family, preserves the traditional craft for Chinโฆ
Taiwan hails late Hong Kong bookseller for โresistanceโ against China
- Taiwan held a memorial service for Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, who died in July after battling cancer. - Premier Cho Jung-tai hailed Lam's life as a struggle against the Chinese Communist Parโฆ
Explosions, red flags: Chinese tourists reenact communist victory
- Tourists in Guizhou province, China, participated in a reenactment of a 1935 battle between Communist and Nationalist forces. - The event, part of Beijing's "red tourism" initiative, aims to draw viโฆ
Senior police officer jailed for indecent assault on subordinate
- A senior police superintendent was sentenced to five months and three weeks in jail for indecently assaulting a subordinate. - The assaults occurred on three occasions in 2024, including at a work pโฆ
Hong Kong police find insufficient evidence to charge basketball coach over alleged student abuse
- Hong Kong police have closed an investigation into alleged student abuse by basketball coach Yung Kam-wah due to insufficient evidence. - Yung was arrested in June after a video showed a coach slappโฆ
Hong Kong public housing provider fined HK$8,000 over faulty fire alarm following fatal Kwun Tong blaze
- Hong Kong Housing Society fined HK$8,000 for faulty fire alarm after fatal blaze. - A man died in a fire at Kwun Tong Garden Estate in October last year. - The alarm failed to sound during the incidโฆ
Hong Kong youth suicide rate hits 10-year high amid overall decline
- The suicide rate among Hong Kong's children and teens reached a 10-year high in 2025, with 47 cases reported. - Overall suicide cases in the city declined to 1,019, resulting in the lowest overall rโฆ
Official criticises โanti-China biasโ after ex-banker calls Hong Kong โjust another big Chinese cityโ
- An acting financial secretary criticized remarks by a former Morgan Stanley Asia chair who called Hong Kong "just another big Chinese city." - Michael Wong argued the former banker's views stemmed fโฆ
New Zealand foreign minister in racism row with Chinese ambassador
- New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters told a lawmaker of Chinese descent to "go back to your own country" during a parliamentary debate. - The remark drew criticism from China's ambassador tโฆ
Former student leader released after serving sentence over 2019 storming of Hong Kong legislature
- Althea Suen, a former student leader, has been released from prison after serving her sentence for rioting during the 2019 storming of Hong Kong's Legislative Council. - Suen was jailed for four yeaโฆ
Hong Kong men's foil team claims historic silver at Fencing World Championships
- The Hong Kong men's foil team secured a historic silver medal at the Fencing World Championships. - They narrowly lost the final 44-45 to world number-one Italy. - This marks the team's best-ever reโฆ
More than half of fire-hit Wang Fuk Court homeowners have signed contracts to sell flats to govโt, Hong Kong leader says
- Over half of the homeowners affected by the Wang Fuk Court fire have agreed to sell their flats to the government under a buyback scheme. - Chief Executive John Lee stated that 53% of homeowners havโฆ