The Hong Kong group that had organized annual vigils in remembrance of victims of the Chinese military’s crushing of the 1989 Tiananmen Square pro-democracy protests voted to disband Saturday amid an ... ( read original story ...)
Group behind Hong Kong’s annual Tiananmen vigil disbands amid probe
A Hong Kong group that organises an annual vigil on June 4 to remember protesters killed in China's 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown will disband, it said on Saturday, after facing national security ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Group Disbands Amid Security Threats
The Hong Kong group that organized an annual Tiananmen Square vigil will disband, an organizer told local press Saturday, making it the latest pro-democracy body to dissolve under pressure from the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Journalists Association Stands Firm Amid Criticism
Organization that promotes Hong Kong journalists and media freedom defends itself against accusations of bias and influence ... ( read original story ...)
Paying more for domestic helpers: Hong Kong’s supply of such workers shrinks, forcing desperate employers into ‘bidding war’
Flight bans hit helper arrivals from Philippines and Indonesia, 21-day quarantine adds to costs employers must bear. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong develops on positive trend after implementation of national security law: HK official
A senior official from China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Thursday told a webinar that things have continued to develop on a positive trend there, thanks to the Hong Kong ... ( read original story ...)
Colombia seizes nearly 3,500 shark fins bound for Hong Kong
Colombian authorities said on Friday they have confiscated a shipment of 3,493 shark fins which were to be illegally trafficked to Hong Kong from Bogota's airport. ( read original story ...)
Prudential eyes $2.41 bln raising in Hong Kong share sale – sources
Prudential is seeking to raise $2.41 billion by pricing its stock at HK$143.8 each in its Hong Kong share sale, according to two sources with direct knowledge of the matter. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong can do without confusion over coronavirus jabs
The Covid-19 strategies adopted by different authorities around the world can be confusing at times. A case in point is the need for the so-called booster jab. While it has already been administered ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC, UBS among big banks to have cut exposure to China Evergrande as outlook worsens for debt-stricken developer
Financial companies have sought to reassure investors in recent days, saying their exposure to the world’s most indebted developer was immaterial or minimal. ( read original story ...)
‘Breakthrough’ blueprint for revitalising two old Hong Kong areas hailed by urban planners, but district councillor has his doubts
After a four-year study, the URA submitted a paper to the Legislative Council laying out its blueprint to overhaul parts of Yau Ma Tei and Mong Kok. ( read original story ...)
Beijing’s list of US ‘criminal record’ in Hong Kong seen as warning city is off-limits in talks, stab at Taiwan
Foreign ministry releases detailed list of America’s alleged attempts to interfere in financial hub’s affairs, followed by sharp warning from liaison office. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Kenneth Cheng makes it into National Games show jumping final despite no support team and rented horse
The only equestrian representative from the city has no coach or assistance in Xian due to strict quarantine requirements. ( read original story ...)
China accuses US of interfering in Hong Kong 100 times
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a list on Friday of 100 times it says the U.S. has interfered with Hong Kong. ( read original story ...)