Category: NEWS

Paying full fare is the least any cab or private-hire driver expects of their passengers.Recently though, one Grab driver was stiffed when a passenger paid only HK$10 (S$1.78) in cash for an $8.80 ... ( read original story ...)

China’s economy is expected to recover quickly after a pandemic-induced hit, said Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan. ( read original story ...)

The new chief of Hong Kong’s anti-graft agency has said his decades of experience in fighting corruption in the city’s prisons will help him lead the 1,400-member commission to safeguard the rule of ... ( read original story ...)

Rise of subvariants in countries such as the United States, South Africa and Britain has led to concerns about potential impact in Hong Kong Omicron subvariant BA.2 remains dominant strain in city, ... ( read original story ...)

On a gloomy, rainy Friday in Hong Kong, around 100 people were seated in an auditorium at a Yau Ma Tei hotel, patiently waiting for a ceremony to begin. Some were in suits and ties, some in vibrant ... ( read original story ...)

Arrest warrants have been issued for two members of a disbanded Hong Kong pro-democracy group after the duo missed a court session on Friday. Isaac Cheng, former vice-chair of Demosisto, and Tobias ... ( read original story ...)

Xi Jinping emphasised at 25th anniversary celebrations the importance of maintaining city’s system of common law, tackling vested interests and retaining that which enhances its unique position and ... ( read original story ...)

Four universities confirm that dozens of scientists have been affected by pandemic disruptions For younger scientists, it's a missed opportunity to connect, collaborate with mainland peers Scientists ... ( read original story ...)

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government will sponsor the city's senior secondary students to take mainland study tours in a bid to help them gain first-hand understanding of the country ... ( read original story ...)

Ramanjit Singh, also known as Romi, was put on a global watch list by Interpol after New Delhi accused him of jumping bail having orchestrated 2016 jailbreak in Punjab. ( read original story ...)

July 4, American Independence Day, resonates in the grim “celebration” of the twenty-fifth anniversary of China receiving authority over Hong Kong from Britain. On July 1, China President Xi Jinping ... ( read original story ...)

More than 150 firefighters extinguish ‘fierce’ fire at mansion owned by former big screen star, 18 domestic and security staff evacuated. ( read original story ...)

Now Hong Kong people are to run Hong Kong. That is the promise and that is the unshakeable destiny.” Prince Charles read a farewell speech. Just before midnight, God Save the Queen played out a final ... ( read original story ...)

Opened in 2011, the brand reportedly used to pay 6.5 million Hong Kong dollars per month for the space on one of the world's most expensive shopping streets. ( read original story ...)