Hong Kong’s next leader John Lee on Monday received an official letter of appointment from Beijing, a month before he is due to take over the leadership reins of the semi-autonomous city. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong churches drop Tiananmen tributes after 33 years amid arrest fears
Concerns of breaching security law prompt cancellation of services that were among last ways to publicly mark China’s 1989 crackdown ... ( read original story ...)
Tiananmen masses axed as crackdown memorials erased in Hong Kong
For the first time in 33 years, church services to commemorate the Tiananmen crackdown will not be held in Hong Kong, erasing one of the last reminders ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: social-distancing rules at Hong Kong nightclubs unclear, sector leaders say as debate rages over clusters at 2 venues
Industry says grey areas in restrictions mean some operators were unclear on whether disc jockeys playing music constituted live performances Reports have surfaced that some revellers at affected ... ( read original story ...)
The rise of Hong Kong icon Grace Wong in mainland China
Born in Hong Kong, raised in New York and a one time Miss Hong Kong, Grace Wong – known as Wang Junxin on the mainland, finds her star rising thanks to her appearance on Great Dance Crew ... ( read original story ...)
Bruce Lee’s ‘be water’ inspired the name of candle brand in Hong Kong that’s booming despite the Covid-19 pandemic
BeCandle, an artisan candle maker and creative lab in Hong Kong that takes its name from Bruce Lee’s ‘be water, my friends’ saying, is not just surviving but thriving amid the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Next Hong Kong Leader John Lee to Meet China’s Xi in Beijing
Hong Kong’s next leader John Lee will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping and other top leaders during his first visit to China’s capital since his selection as chief executive earlier this month, ... ( read original story ...)
Covid-19: Incoming travellers to Hong Kong to undergo extra testing 9 days after arrival
Travellers arriving Hong Kong on, or after, last Tuesday will have to undergo an additional Covid-19 PCR-based nucleic acid test on the ninth day after arrival, the government announced on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
All Hong Kong residents to get ‘fortune bags’ containing gifts marking 25th anniversary of city’s return to Chinese rule
Hong Kong residents are set to receive a “fortune bag” in June containing small gifts marking the 25th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese rule, the Post has learned. A source familiar with ... ( read original story ...)
I visited the world’s ‘fanciest’ McDonald’s in Hong Kong. Here are 7 things that surprised me the most.
Located in Asia, the fancy version of the fast-food chain had a sleek design, special menu items, a huge salad bar, free WiFi, and more cool features. ( read original story ...)
History of real pirates who dressed as passengers to hijack and plunder Hong Kong ships in the South China Sea
In this history of real pirates, we look at the ‘passenger ploy’ tactic used in the early 20th century that saw many a steamer sailing the South China Sea violently looted. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Eases Some Testing Requirements for Inbound Travel
Hong Kong will relax some Covid-19 testing requirements for incoming passengers as the city takes small steps toward easing travel restrictions. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong to relax flight ban on June 1, tighten Covid-19 testing rules for travellers, as city confirms 237 infections
Airlines to be fined HK$20,000, receive warning, if flight suspension mechanism triggered for first time within 10 days should passengers fail to comply with boarding conditions. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong eases some Covid-19 testing requirements for inbound travel
In Hong Kong, while travellers still need a nucleic acid test within 48 hours of the scheduled departure of their flight to the financial hub, they will no longer have to give documentary proof of the ... ( read original story ...)