Hong Kong reported a record daily high of 56,827 new COVID-19 infections on Thursday and 144 deaths, as a worsening outbreak overwhelms healthcare facilities and sees authorities scramble to contain ... ( read original story ...)
Inside the crazy rich life of Hong Kong actress Manna Chan
After savvy property investments during Sars and since, the semi-retiree is gracing screens again in TVB’s Modern Dynasty, surely adding to her millions already in the bank ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Virus Fight Went From Confidence to Reliance
When Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam announced that the Chinese government was bringing its mass-testing strategy to the city, a slogan behind her foreshadowed the move. “Combating the Epidemic with ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong transport operators, supermarkets cut services as COVID cases surge
Hong Kong's subway operator, bus companies and one of the city's biggest supermarket chains said they were reducing services this week due to a worsening COVID-19 outbreak that has seen daily ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Nursing Homes Are Unvaccinated Hotbeds Of Covid
Just 15% of elderly residents in Hong Kong’s care homes are fully vaccinated against Covid-19, about one-sixth the coverage in the U.S., despite evidence from early in the pandemic that such ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC bans unvaccinated staff in Hong Kong
All HSBC employees, contractors and third parties will need to be vaccinated or have a valid medical exemption to enter any HSB ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong urges residents not to panic amid spike in COVID-19 cases
Hong Kong authorities battling an outbreak of the novel coronavirus are urging citizens not to panic after residents stormed grocery stores this week over the expectation of an imminent lockdown.Chief ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Hong Kong’s streets, malls left empty as rising infections and social-distancing rules grip city
Shop owners worry about business as many have been forced to shut down stores due to staff infections and quarantine rules. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong reports record COVID-19 cases; movements could be restricted
Hong Kong’s leader on Wednesday said people’s movements may be restricted during mandatory testing this month of the entire population for the coronavirus, as health officials reported a record 55,353 ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong top lawyer leaves city abruptly after police questioning
We’ll send you a myFT Daily Digest email rounding up the latest Hong Kong politics news every morning. One of Hong Kong’s most prominent British lawyers has left the city abruptly after being ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC, Hang Seng, Standard Chartered to bar unvaccinated staff from Hong Kong branches, first batch of banks to enforce city’s vaccine pass policy
HSBC will continue to serve unvaccinated customers, exempting them from the policy, according to a memo to staff 'Vaccination is one of the most important ways we can keep our colleagues and customers ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Budget 2022-23: All You Need to Know
We dissect the Hong Kong 2022-23 Budget, which includes spending plans worth over HK$170 billion to boost the economy and maintain public confidence. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s tough COVID curbs hobble its green finance ambitions
Hong Kong's ambition to become a hub for green and sustainable business is under threat as its persistent tough border controls against COVID-19 make the task of attracting senior specialists harder ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong, Buckling Under Covid, Leaves Its Most Vulnerable in the Cold
Poor residents have been forced to choose between infecting their families or sleeping outdoors because of cramped living quarters and a lack of isolation facilities. ( read original story ...)