The passengers flying from Vancouver to Hong Kong didn't know they were scheduled to embark on Cathay Pacific's new Airbus A350-900 on Tuesday morning. But with an airplane-shaped cake in the waiting area, a DJ and speeches, it quickly became clear to the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong news stands to accept cashless payments in bid to boost business
Hong Kong’s half-century-old news stand industry has teamed up with a home-grown electronic wallet firm, hoping to rescue their dwindling business by tapping into the fast growing digital world. From Wednesday, people will be able to buy newspapers and ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong protests: Nine activists 'to be charged'
The other six include lawmakers and members of the Hong Kong Federation of Students. 'Tougher policies?' - By Juliana Liu, BBC News, Hong Kong It is not clear why the Hong Kong authorities have waited so long to arrest and charge the leaders of the civil ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong lifts ban on Brazil meat imports, EU urges action
BRASÍLIA (Reuters) - Hong Kong said on Tuesday it has lifted a ban on the import of Brazilian meat, removing one of the last blanket bans by a major importer, but strong words from an EU commissioner visiting Brazil suggests the scandal over health ... ( read original story ...)
Beckham in Hong Kong-China upset and a Sudanese-Egyptian row over national pride
Former professional footballer David Beckham caused a stir online after posting on Instagram and Facebook about his visit to Hong Kong, which said he had enjoyed a "great 48 hours in China". Beckham was there to promote a Hong Kong life insurance company. ( read original story ...)
China's favored candidate chosen as Hong Kong’s leader
Hong Kong's new leader Carrie Lam pledges to mend political rifts after winning a vote dismissed as a sham by democracy activists who fear the loss of the city's cherished freedoms. Video provided by AFP Newslook Communist China's favored candidate was ... ( read original story ...)
Man arrested after Hong Kong package containing steroids, ‘unknown white powder’ arrives in Edmonton
The RCMP said a 26-year-old Edmonton man is facing multiple charges after its covert operations unit “located and seized” a steroid-laden package originating from Hong Kong on Monday that had arrived in Alberta’s capital. According to police ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong police arrest more 2014 democracy protest leaders
A day after Hong Kong picked a new Beijing-backed leader, police launched a fresh round of arrests of student leaders and other prominent figures involved with the huge 2014 "Umbrella Movement" pro-democracy protests. Nine activists targeted by police were ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong police arrest more 2014 Umbrella Movement pro-democracy protest leaders
A day after Hong Kong picked a new Beijing-backed leader, police launched a fresh round of arrests of student leaders and other prominent figures involved with the huge 2014 Umbrella Movement pro-democracy protests. Nine activists targeted by police Those ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong election: Beijing-backed Lam vows to heal divide
The first woman elected to lead Hong Kong has vowed to heal divisions amid demands for more democracy and protests at Beijing's growing influence. Carrie Lam, 59, had the backing of the Chinese government in Beijing and was widely expected to win. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong protest leaders say they face criminal charges after new leader chosen
who helped organize or lead Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests in 2014. News of the move to charge the activists comes a day after a new Beijing-backed city leader was chosen to run the Asian financial hub and vowed to unify a divided Hong Kong. ( read original story ...)
South West Trains: Hong Kong firm MTR to help run rail franchise
The news has prompted a mixed reaction among commuters and social media users. Matt Rowley tweeted: "If Hong Kong is anything to go by #MTR is a great choice. The cleanest, most reliable & best value service I've ever seen." Another Twitter user ... ( read original story ...)
Video: Hong Kong escalator reverses direction, injures 18
Two technicians have been arrested after a Hong Kong escalator suddenly shifted into reverse at high speed, injuring 18 people. Local news reports that one of the shoppers the Mong Kok’s Langham Place complex is in serious condition with a head injury ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong protest leaders charged day after new leader chosen
HONG KONG: Hong Kong police on Monday charged nine organisers of the 2014 pro-democracy demonstrations, just a day after a new Beijing-backed leader was chosen, vowing to unite society. The move provoked anger and disbelief among protesters and heightened ... ( read original story ...)