The media tycoon, who faces a number of cases, is among the most prominent activists to be prosecuted in the Chinese territory after large-scale protests in 2019. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Found Guilty of Fraud
A Hong Kong court found Jimmy Lai guilty on two counts of fraud, adding to the jailed media mogul’s mounting convictions as the city cracks down on high-profile dissidents. Most Read from ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks claw back gains after worst session since 2008, as markets track Wall Street’s advance
The nosedive in Chinese stocks on Monday followed the conclusion of a Communist Party congress in Beijing where leader Xi Jinping gave himself ... ( read original story ...)
Megayacht sparks warnings Hong Kong could become Russia haven
The recent visit of a Russian megayacht to Hong Kong has sparked warnings from corruption investigators that the city could become a haven for oligarchs and officials hiding from Western sanctions. ( read original story ...)
The Hong Kong charity giving refugees and asylum seekers the chance to tell their stories – by cooking food from home
Table of Two Cities is a platform for refugees and asylum seekers to tell their story through online recipes, and by cooking dishes from home at events It's part of an initiative by Grassroots Future, ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks plunge 6% as fears about Xi’s third term trump China GDP data
Hong Kong stocks had their worst day since the 2008 global financial crisis, just a day after Chinese leader Xi Jinping secured his iron grip on power at a major political gathering. ( read original story ...)
The first-ever Chase Sapphire Lounge will open at Hong Kong airport on October 25, and with the right credit card you can get in for free
Hong Kong airport's Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club will offer an upscale experience with premium amenities. It's free to enter with a Sapphire Reserve card or Priority Pass membership. ( read original story ...)
Judges cannot impose sentences for serious national security crimes lighter than mandatory minimum, Hong Kong court hears
Prosecutors argue judges cannot reduce sentences for the most egregious national security crimes below mandatory minimum laid out by Beijing. ( read original story ...)
Middle Eastern firms and sovereign funds interested in Hong Kong listing opportunities, finance chief Paul Chan says
Hong Kong stock exchange reaching out to Saudi oil giant Aramco, Financial Secretary Paul Chan says Minister, on week-long tour of region, says companies and funds seeking to increase Asian exposure ... ( read original story ...)
Lenovo, Tencent (40% owner of Epic Games) shares fall in Hong Kong stock debacle
Hong Kong stocks had their worst day since the 2008 global financial crisis, just a day after Chinese leader Xi Jinping secured his iron grip on power at a major political gathering. Caught up in the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong stocks suffer worst single-day rout since 2008 as Xi consolidates power
Hong Kong stocks were on track for their worst single session since the 2008 financial crisis after Chinese leader Xi Jinping tightened his grip on power. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong police arrest 4, shut down syndicate suspected of stealing motorbikes, selling weapons to triads
Officers arrest two men and two women during raid on Pat Heung warehouse used as 'mini-arsenal and storage facility' Seven airguns, knives and other weapons were seized along with stolen items ... ( read original story ...)
FTSE 100 Live: Sterling higher as Sunak set to become PM, Hong Kong shares slide
Sterling is trading higher against the US dollar amid expectations that Rishi Sunak is poised to become prime minister. The pound, which finished last week at $1.11, stood at around $1.135 in Asia ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese University of Hong Kong ditches new crest a week after outcry from lawmakers over redesign
The Chinese University of Hong Kong has restored its old crest after a redesigned version drew criticism from lawmakers who accused the institution of poor governance. While confirming the move on ... ( read original story ...)