Recognised by many universities, it offers an internationally accepted qualification for entry into higher education, and has been in Hong Kong since 1988. According to the International Baccalaureate ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong man jailed after attempting to burn his landlord to death in subdivided flat fire
A man living in a subdivided flat, who attempted to burn his “contemptuous” landlord to death after he thought he would be evicted, was sentenced to four years and eight months in jail by a Hong Kong ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan prosecutors urge Hong Kong counterparts to make official request for information in case involving death of pregnant woman
Prosecutors in Taiwan have urged their Hong Kong counterparts to operate through officials channels after receiving a private request for information in the case against a man wanted in connection wit... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong court upholds ruling in favor of same-sex couple
HONG KONG – Hong Kong's Court of Final Appeal ruled Wednesday that the same-sex partner of a British expatriate is entitled to equal treatment under immigration law, marking a significant step for gay ... ( read original story ...)
British lesbian QT wins right to Hong Kong spouse visa
"The ability to bring in dependants is an important issue for persons deciding whether to move to Hong Kong," the court said, according to AFP news agency. It said it was "counter-productive" to restr... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong court upholds ruling in favour of same-sex couple
Hong Kong's Court of Final Appeal ruled Wednesday that the same-sex partner of a British expatriate is entitled to equal treatment under immigration law, marking a significant step for gay rights in the Chinese territory. The unanimous judgment said the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Highways Department admits there were water leakage problems with building at mega bridge but says they have been fixed
Hong Kong’s Highways Department admitted late on Tuesday that there had been problems with flooding and smoke in power supply rooms of the immigration building for the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau bridge but said they had been fixed. Its assurances came after ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s craft beer sector grows, but real prize may be few miles away
HONG KONG (Reuters) - The number of craft beer brewers in Hong Kong has risen to more than 35 from none five years ago and many are betting on China’s expanding market to fuel sales, especially as the mainland develops an economic zone just a few miles away. ( read original story ...)
Thousands rally in Hong Kong for democracy amid Beijing’s tightening grip
Hong Kong will no longer be Hong Kong,” Lee said. Christopher Carbone is a reporter covering global affairs, technology and national news for FoxNews.com. He can be reached at christopher.carbone@foxnews.com or on Twitter @christocarbone. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protesters defiant, but rally turnout hits a low
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Hong Kong's annual pro-democracy protest saw one of the lowest turnouts in history, as thousands braved sweltering heat to protest against Beijing's tightening grip over the city on Sunday, the 21st anniversary of its return to ... ( read original story ...)
Thousands Protest in Hong Kong on Anniversary of Handover to China
HONG KONG — Thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on Sunday to observe the 21st anniversary of the territory’s return to China from Britain, a public demonstration of their dissatisfaction with the local government and their fears about the Chinese ... ( read original story ...)
What you need to know about the anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to China
Sunday marks the 21st anniversary of the handover of Hong Kong from British to Chinese rule. Here is what you need to know about the history of the handover and what may be in store for this important southern Chinese territory. After the Opium Wars of the ... ( read original story ...)
Police stop protest at Hong Kong handover anniversary event
Police in Hong Kong stopped about 20 pro-democracy protesters from getting near a flag-raising ceremony Sunday marking the anniversary of the city's handover from Britain to China. The protesters carried a coffin symbolizing a death of democracy and ... ( read original story ...)
Thousands set to rally in Hong Kong over Beijing’s tightening grip
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong were expecting tens of thousands of people to attend an annual protest rally on Sunday to mark the 21st anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese rule as tensions simmer over Beijing’s ... ( read original story ...)