Sunday marked the 10th anniversary of the mutual access mechanism connecting capital markets in the Chinese mainland and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). Over the past decade, the ...
How a Cantonese opera troupe in Hong Kong is bringing new life to this ancient art
Still, Vong and his troupe, the Hong Kong Cantonese Opera Troupe, are trying to make the art more exciting for young people. Cantonese opera originated in Guangdong province, and it tells a story ...
Daily turnover of southern leg of Hong Kong’s Stock Connect up by 40 times since 2014 launch
Reviewing Stock Connect scheme, which marks its 10th anniversary, finance chief Paul Chan lists listed three areas where programme can be further developed.
Hong Kong eyes Europe’s wealthy with London, Paris, Milan on family office agenda
Hong Kong’s investment promotion agency has launched a charm offensive tour to Europe, with the aim of attracting high-net-worth individuals to set up family offices in the city. A top InvestHK ...
Hong Kong mothers locked out of job market over lack of childcare help, flexible work hours
Survey from Hong Kong’s largest political party finds 90 per cent agree mothers need flexible working hours and more childcare support.
Hong Kong political freedoms in spotlight during bumper trial week
The erosion of political freedoms in Hong Kong will come under the spotlight this week with key developments in two high-profile national security trials.
Hong Kong fishing boat captain missing after ship collides with oil barge off Lamma Island
Hong Kong police are searching for a fishing boat captain who fell into the waters off Lamma Island when his vessel collided with an oil barge. The force said it was notified of the incident at 5.21am ...
Hong Kong police arrest 8 over bounced cheque scam involving HK$2.4 million
Hong Kong police have arrested eight people in an operation targeting a criminal syndicate using bounced cheques and screenshots of forged money transfers to scam merchants.
Hong Kong woman, 93, killed by reversing rubbish truck; driver arrested
Vehicle was reversing into school in Siu Sai Wan when woman was hit and became trapped underneath, police say.
Meet the Hong Kong woman sharing Peru’s natural beauty with Chinese travellers
Lee Shuen gave up her busy career in Hong Kong after witnessing the splendour of the Andes, and now has a family and a business in Peru.
1 in 4 men in Hong Kong at risk of moderate to severe mental health problems, poll finds
Survey of 1,698 men reveals 417 have moderate or severe mental health risks, with more than half between 35 and 54 years.
Hong Kong woman, 94, dies after being hit by reversing garbage truck
Vehicle was going in reverse near school in Siu Sai Wan when woman was hit and became trapped underneath, police say.
Hong Kong consumer watchdog receives 529 complaints in 10 months from disgruntled concertgoers
Denial of refunds, unclear arrangements for meeting performers and obstructed views among cases received by Consumer Council ...
Free walking tours in Hong Kong’s Central district mix old with new
Urban Renewal Authority has launched free tours with retirees offering first-hand stories about Central and Sheung Wan ...