Tag: hongkong

Hong Kong is in danger of losing its role as an international aviation hub because of intense competition, the boss of Qantas Airways has warned. In an interview with the Post, Alan Joyce, chief executive of Australia’s national airline, said Middle East ... ( read original story ...)

Residents at a Lok Fu housing estate woke up to the smell of smoke early Sunday morning after a fire broke out in a multi-storey car park, damaging eight vehicles. The Fire Services Department received multiple reports of fire at about 9.30am in the car ... ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong people seized the last chance to cast their votes in a mock ballot for the city’s next leader, but the turnout of about 57,000 as of Sunday afternoon was way short of the one million target. At the University of Hong Kong voting station ... ( read original story ...)

HONG KONG - Hong Kongers are spoiled for choice when it comes to cashless payments. Whether it is paying for groceries, a cup of coffee or a meal in a restaurant, most places provide payment options using the Octopus card, mobile e-wallets and credit cards. ( read original story ...)

The BMW Hong Kong Derby marks the third race in that country's Classic Series of 4-year-old races, and on Sunday, Rapper Dragon became the first horse in history to win all three Classics in Hong Kong's version of the Triple Crown. He had captured the ... ( read original story ...)

Rapper Dragon made history at Sha Tin this afternoon (Sunday, 19 March), teaming with Joao Moreira to win the 140th running of the HK$18 million BMW Hong Kong Derby (2000m). The John Moore-trained gelding ensured his place in the record books as the first ... ( read original story ...)

To get back on track, Alab must solve a giant puzzle that is Hong Kong, which beat the Filipinos soundly in their past two meetings counting an 83-61 decision last week that saw Mac Cuan rip at his team's half-hearted effort. If there's any good news for ... ( read original story ...)

HERE WE GO. Robby Celiz and Alab Pilipinas weren't going to let themselves get swept in the elimination round by pacesetting Hong Kong. Ray Parks Jr. still wasn’t doing much scoring on Sunday at the USEP Gym in Davao. Fortunately for Alab Pilipinas ... ( read original story ...)

Cheerleaders from the 18 districts of the city took part in a cheering team competition today to show support for athletes that will compete in the upcoming 6 th Hong Kong Games. At Queen Elizabeth Stadium, cheerleaders in colourful costumes showcased the ... ( read original story ...)

Watch: Hong Kong's 'hero' policeman encourages ethnic minorities to join civil service The 20-year-old Hongkonger, whose family hails from Pakistan, was asked to use his native tongue by his commanding officer in a desperate bid to ensure a smooth rescue ... ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong’s toy collecting obsession is more than just a financial investment. It satisfies the collector’s own childhood desires, one cultural studies expert says. The city’s long-held affinity for collectibles – from dolls and toy guns to virtual ... ( read original story ...)