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 ...)
Hong Kong protesters go on trial as fight for democracy continues
Hong Kong is different by design. It’s a place within China but not completely of China, with open courts, independent news outlets and many political parties. Since the Umbrella Movement took off, th... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s ageing population struggling to make ends meet
Beneath the glitzy high-rises of central Hong Kong, the city is struggling with its ageing population, some of whom are working into their 90s, gathering rubbish to make ends meet. Hong Kong's Governm... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong and Australia tie up bilateral trade and services agreement, offering respite from global trade war
Hong Kong and Australia reached a deal at a regional summit on Thursday to allow bilateral free trade and services at a time when global economies are under the shadow of a trade war. The pair conclud... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong housing prices could fall 25 percent next year if trade war worsens
Hong Kong housing prices face a potential slump of as much as 25 ... I don't think we should be fundamentally or systemically concerned." Got a confidential news tip? We want to hear from you. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong economy cools as trade tension mounts
Hong Kong’s economic growth sank to a two-year low in the latest quarter and the government warned it will face headwinds from U.S.-Chinese trade tension, weakening global demand and higher ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong may step up monitoring of border after accusations Guangdong defence force stole land
Hong Kong land officials may step up monitoring of the border by taking aerial photos after mainland Chinese officers on the other side allegedly turned city land into a garden without permission. The ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong freedoms under scrutiny as ‘Occupy’ democracy leaders face trial
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Nine leaders of Hong Kong's 2014 civil disobedience "Occupy Central" movement go on trial on Monday at a time when the Chinese-ruled financial hub's civil liberties are coming un... ( read original story ...)