One of the best ways to experience the beauty of Hong Kong is from the water. And there's no finer way to do that than with a cruise aboard the Dukling, the last remaining Hong Kong junk boat ... ( read original story ...)
The last of Hong Kong’s original wooden junk boats is still afloat
One of the best ways to experience the beauty of Hong Kong is from the water. And there's no finer way to do that than with a cruise aboard the Dukling,the last remaining Hong Kong junk boat available ... ( read original story ...)
Business worries intensify over China’s tightening grip on Hong Kong
For businesses and investors in Hong Kong, how much is too much? First there was an extradition bill that, if passed as planned in 2019, would have allowed Hong Kong residents to be extradited to ... ( read original story ...)
Electoral reform: In changing Hong Kong, who counts as a ‘patriot’?
We want to bridge divides to reach everyone. A selection of the most viewed stories this week on the Monitor's website. Every Saturday Hear about special editorial projects, new product information, ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong scientist develops retinal scan technology to identify early childhood autism
A Hong Kong scientist has developed a method to use machine learning and artificial intelligence to scan retinas of children as young as six to detect early autism or the risk of autism and hopes to ... ( read original story ...)
China Targets Hong Kong Wealth Gap, Housing Woes After Political Purge
Senior officials are discussing changes to Hong Kong’s tax structure and increasing housing supply in an effort to shore up social stability. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s tough COVID-19 rules see babies isolated, families cramped in tiny spaces
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Families in Asia's financial hub of Hong Kong are suffering isolation and trauma after strict coronavirus rules have led to babies being separated from parents and those with ... ( read original story ...)
US consulate in Hong Kong closes as coronavirus hits wealthy districts
The United States temporarily closed its consulate in Hong Kong on Monday after two staff tested positive for the coronavirus during a new outbreak that has rippled through the city's well-heeled ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong court grants bail to three more activists in subversion case
Hong Kong's High Court granted bail on Monday to three more activists in a case against 47 people accused of conspiracy to subvert the government after holding an informal 2020 poll to select ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong activists say democracy fight to continue abroad
HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong democracy activists have launched a new push to continue their fight among residents living abroad in the wake of a sweeping crackdown by Beijing and changes to the the semi ... ( read original story ...)
The Times view on British judges in Hong Kong: True Justice
What dim hopes that Beijing’s tightening grip on Hong Kong’s freedoms could be eased surely died a death last week with the passage of a “patriotic” new law aimed at stamping out democratic ... ( read original story ...)
Opinion: China never intended to honor Hong Kong’s ‘One country, two systems’
China continues taking steps to weaken Hong Kong’s multiparty democracy by altering their election laws and appointing more pro-Beijing lawmakers rather than directly elected officials. ( read original story ...)
Ireland Suggests AstraZeneca Halt; Hong Kong Woes: Virus Update
Load Error Hong Kong sent hundreds of people into quarantine and ordered compulsory testing at many locations as it tried to contain an outbreak that began in a gym in the city center recently. Japan ... ( read original story ...)
China Fires Back at U.K. Charges of Hong Kong Treaty Violation
(Bloomberg) -- China accused the U.K. of “groundless slanders” after the British government said Beijing’s crackdown on dissent in Hong Kong wasn’t in compliance with a treaty that paved the way for ... ( read original story ...)