The world's oldest-ever panda in captivity was euthanized Sunday at the Hong Kong theme park where she lived because her health had deteriorated. Ocean Park said in a statement that a veterinarian euthanized 38-year-old Jia Jia to prevent further suffering ... ( read original story ...)
World's oldest-ever captive panda dies in Hong Kong at 38
HONG KONG - A Hong Kong theme park says the world's oldest-ever panda in captivity has been euthanized because her health was deteriorating. Ocean Park says a veterinarian euthanized 38-year-old Jia Jia on Sunday evening to prevent further suffering and ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Umbrella Movement lands in council with plan to disrupt
They swore while taking oaths of office, used an old slur for China, pledged allegiance to a “Hong Kong nation,” and tore up ballots in a vote for president of the city’s Legislative Council. Two years ago, the Umbrella Movement brought downtown Hong ... ( read original story ...)
'Hong Kong is not China': Swearing-in ceremony marked by protests
A swearing-in ceremony to kick off Hong Kong's legislative session descended into farce Wednesday as newly elected pro-democracy lawmakers intentionally mangled their oaths in a show of defiance against Beijing. They displayed flags declaring that Hong ... ( read original story ...)
Pro-democracy Hong Kong lawmakers defy China during swearing-in
HONG KONG - Newly elected Hong Kong pro-democracy lawmakers have thumbed their noses at Beijing at a swearing-in ceremony to start the legislative session. They displayed flags declaring that Hong Kong is not a part of China and called out for "democratic ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Homes Becoming More Affordable Than China: BofA
Chinese buyers are stepping up home purchases in Hong Kong, where prices are becoming “relatively more affordable” compared with some major mainland cities, according to Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Interest from mainland buyers, amid a surge in home ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong tea appreciation society offers escape from fast-paced city life
“There is a long tradition of trying to cook with tea here [in Hong Kong],” Chan said. “Using tea as an ingredient is part of the Chinese approach to health.” Her passion for it prompted her to start the Tea Appreciation & Tasting Meetup group a ... ( read original story ...)
China rejects British concerns over 'legal interference' in Hong Kong
He said Hong Kong people enjoyed full rights and freedom under law. "Hong Kong is China's domestic affair. Foreign countries have no right to interfere," Geng told a daily news briefing in Beijing. "We demand that Britain be discreet with its words and ... ( read original story ...)
China steps up rhetoric in criticism of young Hong Kong lawmakers
The official Xinhua news agency on Friday quoted an unnamed officer at the liaison office, Beijing's symbol in Hong Kong, as calling their behavior "despicable". "Certain legislators-elect openly displayed the relevant banner and promoted Hong Kong ... ( read original story ...)
Black day for Thais in Hong Kong as news of king’s death sinks in
As the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej on Thursday plunged Thailand into deep mourning, Thais in Hong Kong went about their work with heavy hearts on Friday, while some businessmen expressed anxiety about possible economic effects. In Kowloon City, known ... ( read original story ...)