The United States' decision to remove special policy exemptions that had treated Hong Kong differently than mainland China could hurt Hong Kong's tech startup scene. Although Hong Kong is not a ... ( read original story ...)
‘I can’t be silent’: Hong Kong people aim to mark Tiananmen despite ban
Many Hong Kong people will find their own way to mark the 31st anniversary of Chinese troops opening fire on protesters in and around Tiananmen Square, after an annual candlelight vigil was cancelled ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader criticizes ‘double standards’ over protests
Hong Kong’s leader has criticized the “double standards” of foreign governments over national security, pointing to the current unrest in the United States as an example of how attitudes differed ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader calls out ‘double standards’ on national security, points to U.S.
"In the U.S., we see how the riots were being handled by the local governments, compared to the stance they adopted when almost the same riots happened in Hong Kong last year," Hong Kong leader Carrie ... ( read original story ...)
New Coronavirus Cases in Hong Kong Raise Concerns of Local Cluster
The first two cases in the cluster - a husband and wife - were confirmed on Sunday. Since then four neighbours, two of the wife's work colleagues, and a fire department medical officer who had sent ... ( read original story ...)
NetEase Seeks Up to $2.8 Billion in Hong Kong Stock Offering
NetEase Inc. has started taking investor orders for a listing in Hong Kong that could raise as much as $2.8 billion, which could be the world’s second-largest initial share sale this year. ( read original story ...)
New iOS Update Brings Hong Kong-Specific Features To iPhone And Apple Watch
Apple’s newest iOS update (version 13.5.1) brings two new features that are specific for Hong Kong users. The first is Apple Wallet support for Octopus, the contact-less digital payment card that is ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Investor David Webb Says City Is Facing ‘Brain Drain’
More talented workers are likely to leave Hong Kong if China imposes a vaguely worded national security law on the financial hub, according to one of the city’s most prominent investors. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Probes Cluster, Indian States Take Lead: Virus Update
Hong Kong authorities are concerned about a new cluster of cases that indicates transmission both at home and in the workplace. Singapore is starting a phased return to work after the number of new ... ( read original story ...)
China gets propaganda win on Hong Kong from Trump’s protest response
US President Donald Trump's reaction to protests at home stands in marked contrast to the US' position on demonstrations in Hong Kong. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong leader accuses US of ‘double standards’ over protests
Hong Kong's leader accused the United States on Tuesday of applying "double standards" in its response to violent protests as she warned Washington's plan to place trade restrictions on the financial ... ( read original story ...)
The homes frozen in time on Hong Kong’s abandoned Yim Tin Tsai island
Once home to a family of salt farmers, Hong Kong's Yim Tin Tsai island has stood deserted for many years. Homes left by families still contain personal possessions left behind but are being slowly ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Probes Cluster, Cuomo Warns on Protests: Virus Update
Hong Kong’s leader said authorities are concerned about a new cluster of cases that indicates transmission both at home and in the workplace, and will exercise caution in removing restrictions. ( read original story ...)
Beijing is unlikely to target U.S. investors in retaliation, Hong Kong lawmaker says
Any counter measures that China lobs back in retaliation for the U.S. revoking Hong Kong's special status will not likely to hurt American investors, according to Regina Ip. ( read original story ...)