As Hong Kong bid a final farewell to Chung Sze-yuen, the “godfather of local politics”, on Friday, a more personal voice joined the stream of public tributes that had poured forth since the news of hi... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong legislature rejects step towards same-sex unions
Hong Kong’s parliament has rejected a motion that could have paved the way to legalising same-sex unions, in a region where no country allows gay or lesbian couples to marry. The measure, which would ... ( read original story ...)
Canada faces Hong Kong in final bid to qualify for 2019 Rugby World Cup
One game. One last chance. Canada's record of taking part in every Rugby World Cup is on the line Friday when the Canadian men take on Hong Kong in the finale of a four-team repechage to decide the 20... ( read original story ...)
Retailers are worried about the trade war, Hong Kong executive says
Retailers are concerned about the U.S.-China trade war, says Guy Look, chief financial officer at Hong Kong cosmetics company Sa Sa International Holdings. They lack a "crystal ball" and want to know ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong rejects motion to consider same-sex unions
Hong Kong said in September it would recognise overseas ... that covers humanitarian news, women's and LGBT+ rights, human trafficking, property rights, and climate change. Visit http ... ( read original story ...)
Beaten Indonesian domestic worker Erwiana Sulistyaningsih demands to know why Hong Kong abuser was released from jail early
Hong Kong prison authorities were on Thursday under mounting pressure to explain why an employer who made headlines around the world for torturing Indonesian domestic worker Erwiana Sulistyaningsih wa... ( read original story ...)
Remembering the Sir of Sirs: former Hong Kong justice chief recalls late political veteran Chung Sze-yuen’s insight and integrity
The death of Chung Sze-yuen, the “godfather of Hong Kong politics”, on November 14 was mourned by figures across the political spectrum. Former secretary for justice Wong Yan-lung wrote to the Post to ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong finds humans contracted hepatitis carried in rats
HONG KONG -- The Hong Kong Health Department says a second person in the city has been found to have contracted a strain of hepatitis that is carried by rats. Both human cases appear to be the first k... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Celestial Tiger to Debut Lifestyle Originals on Its Singapore Channel
Three series fronted by Hong Kong celebrities about hidden gems, haunted spots, and foodies' favorites will launch on cHK, operated by the joint venture between Lionsgate, Saban Capital Group and Cele... ( read original story ...)
What we know about cancer in Hong Kong and how government plans to tackle rising number of cases
Cancer is seen as a growing health threat both locally and internationally. In Hong Kong, the annual number of new cases of the disease is expected to rise by around 30 to 40 per cent in 2030 compared ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. carrier in Hong Kong after bombers fly over South China Sea
HONG KONG -- A U.S. aircraft carrier docked in Hong Kong on Wednesday, days after a pair of American B-52 bombers flew over the disputed South China Sea. The arrival of the USS Ronald Reagan and its b... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Umbrella protest organizers on trial for public nuisance charges
... Hong Kong people are entitled to,” said defendant and University of Hong Kong law professor Benny Tai at a news conference following the first day of the trial. Tai, along with another ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong activists on trial for pioneering the ‘Umbrella’ protests
Nine pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong have pleaded not guilty in a trial seen as a test of judicial independence from Beijing. They have been charged with "public nuisance" over the 2014 "Umbrella ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong ‘Occupy’ protest leaders deny public nuisance charges
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Three leaders of Hong Kong's 2014 pro-democracy "Occupy" movement, which paralyzed parts of the Chinese-ruled city for nearly three months, denied public nuisance charges on Mond... ( read original story ...)