Justice department pushes to install national security judge in case as three pro-democracy legislators arrested over unruly scenes during debate ... ( read original story ...)
Asian stocks higher after Wall Street falls on virus worries
Asian stock markets were mostly higher Wednesday after Wall Street declined as hopes for a possible coronavirus vaccine were tempered by worries about the pandemic's lingering impact. Shanghai, Hong ... ( read original story ...)
Three Ex-Lawmakers Arrested in Hong Kong Over Foul Smelling Liquid Protests
Police in Hong Kong said they had arrested three former lawmakers on Wednesday morning over May and June incidents in which foul-smelling liquid was thrown in the city's legislature, an act police ... ( read original story ...)
‘All eyes’ on the Hong Kong-Singapore travel bubble as other Asian countries prepare for more, bookings firm says
All eyes will be on Singapore and Hong Kong's forthcoming quarantine-free travel bubble, as Asia's tourism boards prepare for similar arrangements, said Klook. ( read original story ...)
3 former pro-democracy lawmakers arrested in Hong Kong
Hong Kong police arrested three former opposition lawmakers Wednesday for disrupting legislative meetings several months ago, as concerns grow over a crackdown on the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s new rules have created confusion in the classroom. Some parents are pulling their children out
Sarah is preparing to emigrate from Hong Kong, her birthplace and home, to the United Kingdom because she is concerned about her 8-year-old son's education. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Bourse May Be Stuck In Neutral On Wednesday
The Hong Kong stock market has climbed higher in back-to-back trading days, gathering almost 260 points or 1 percent along the way. The Hang Seng Index now rests just above the 26,415-point plateau ... ( read original story ...)
China’s crackdown on Hong Kong spreads to the city’s classrooms
Hong Kong has long been a beacon of academic freedom and a safe haven for free discussion. Now, after Beijing's crackdown on the city, it's unclear what can be legally said in a classroom. CNN's ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Bolsters Push to Lure Business From Hong Kong: NEF Update
The Bloomberg New Economy Forum continues the second half of its Cities day at 8 a.m. Hong Kong time on Wednesday with speakers including Marriott International Inc. Chief Executive Officer Arne ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC marks 145 years of PH operations
British bank HSBC (Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corp.) is marking 145 years of doing business in the Philippines and it intends to stay here for a much longer time as it helps the country cope with a ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong orders over 2,500 older buildings to be inspected after deadly fire
HONG KONG >> Hong Kong authorities will inspect 2,500 older residential buildings after a deadly fire killed seven people in what an elected official said may have been an unlicensed restaurant ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Racing Tips: Might just be a walk in the Park
AFTER riding a total of 20 winners in Hong Kong, Jerry Chau has had his valuable 10-pound claiming allowance cut The post Hong Kong Racing Tips: Might just be a walk in the Park appeared first on ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, Hong Kong tourism boards join forces ahead ATB commencement
Both destinations have implemented hygiene, safety certification programmes. The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have teamed up for the first time ever to welcome ... ( read original story ...)
Beijing calls for judicial reform in Hong Kong, declaring patriotism is ‘a legal requirement now’
Beijing has called for judicial reform in Hong Kong and made it clear that anti-China activism will no longer be allowed among legislators and officials by law as a key step to ensuring the patriotism ... ( read original story ...)