Chief Executive Carrie Lam reminds residents to observe social distancing, test themselves as more people venture outside amid recent good weather Housing complexes used as isolation facilities could ... ( read original story ...)
Almost 1.7M Filipinos abroad can start voting for May polls
More than 1.69 million Filipino voters overseas can now cast their votes for national candidates for the May 2022 elections. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong firms seek offshore talent as some expats harried by Covid-19 restrictions eye exits, online recruitment platform says
The number of Hong Kong companies looking to hire offshore workers has risen following an outflow of expats leaving for Singapore, which scrapped its Covid-19 restrictions last month, and elsewhere. ( read original story ...)
The world in brief: Ex-Hong Kong official seeks post
Hong Kong's former No. 2 official John Lee on Saturday formally declared his candidacy for the upcoming leadership election, entering the race for chief executive viewed by many as Beijing's preferred ... ( read original story ...)
10 of Hong Kong’s best attractions of old, from the Star Ferry Pier and Lai Chi Kok Amusement Park to Bottoms Up
From the Star Ferry Pier and Lai Chi Kok Amusement Park to the Poor Man’s Nightclub and Bottoms Up, these attractions were once much sought out by locals and visitors to the city alike. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong authorities bust record 700-kilo drug haul
Hong Kong customs officials have seized about 700 kilograms of suspected crystal meth sent from Mexico, authorities said Sunday, the biggest haul of the drug in the city’s history. The meth was hidden ... ( read original story ...)
Overseas Filipino voters in Hong Kong asked to come back on other days to avoid crowding
Consul General Raly Tejada said that while the turnout so far is a good sign for the country’s democracy, the Hong Kong Police Force have raised health and safety concerns. ( read original story ...)
Face Off: Is studying in Hong Kong better than studying overseas?
Each week, two of our readers debate a hot topic in a showdown that does not necessarily reflect their personal viewpoints. This week, they discuss whether it is better to get an education in the city ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to Sell up to $2.55 Billion Retail Green Bond This Month
Hong Kong will re-launch its inaugural retail green bond this month as the coronavirus pandemic eases to raise as much as HK$20 billion ($2.55 billion), the city's financial chief said on Sunday. The ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to sell up to $2.55 bln retail green bond this month
Hong Kong will re-launch its inaugural retail green bond this month as the coronavirus pandemic eases to raise as much as HK$20 billion ($2.55 billion), the city's financial chief said on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
China’s pick for next Hong Kong chief vows to protect global hub
Hong Kong must maintain its character of being an international metropolis,” said former chief secretary John Lee at a press briefing on Saturday. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Hurdles for Hong Kong voluntary mass testing amid scepticism from some, elderly’s uncertainty with online system
Hong Kong began a three-day voluntary mass coronavirus testing exercise on Friday amid a fifth wave of infections, but resistance and challenges had already surfaced. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong chief executive election 2022: Beijing approves resignation of John Lee, clearing way for his leadership bid
Beijing has approved the resignation of Hong Kong chief secretary John Lee Ka-chiu, clearing the way for his leadership bid in May. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong chief executive election 2022: Why did hopeful John Lee keep talking about ‘results-oriented’ approach to governing?
Former chief secretary 'is not stuck to the old colonial government system or ways of thinking", says business chamber head But one analyst warns government must focus on producing talented ministers ... ( read original story ...)