China’s Xi Jinping Assures Biden of Smooth Transition to Trump’s Administration
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with outgoing President Joe Biden for the last time, expressing readiness to work with the new US administration for a smooth transition in bilateral ties. The meeting took place...
Enhancing Carer Hotline with Emergency Response Team: A Critical Need
A hotline that is supposed to help caregivers is not meeting the needs of some callers, according to a community group. The hotline, which operates 24 hours a day and was launched last year,...
Deadly Knife Attack at Eastern China School: 8 Dead, 17 Injured
Eight people were killed and 17 others were injured in a tragic knife attack at a vocational school in eastern China. The suspect, a former student of the school, has been arrested by the...
APEC Summit Concludes with Urgent Call to Address Key Issues
The Apec Economic Leaders’ Week recently came to a close in Peru, with the host nation highlighting three main objectives, one of which was to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth. During the week-long...
Educating Hong Kong Employers on Serving People with Disabilities: Equality Watchdog’s Recommendation
Hong Kong employers have been reminded by the chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) that they could be breaking the law if they fail to provide proper training and education to their staff...
Trading Hours for T1 Issuance on Mondays: 6am-9am – RTHK
The Hong Kong Observatory has announced that it will be issuing a T1 between the hours of 6am and 9am on Monday due to Tropical Cyclone Man-yi approaching the territory. Although the storm is...
From Hong Kong-born Children to Migrant Labourers: Their Story of Sacrifice and Determination
Joseph, a migrant worker from mainland China, recently arrived in Hong Kong to work as a waiter in a New Territories restaurant. He made this move in order to be closer to his children...
Hong Kong Port to Surpass Neighbor Ports: Minister Predicts – RTHK
Transport Secretary Lam Sai-hung expressed his confidence in Hong Kong's bunkering facilities surpassing those of neighboring cities. The government recently revealed plans to transform Hong Kong into a top-tier green maritime fuel bunkering center....
Censorship of Deadly Zhuhai Car Attack in China: A Closer Look
In Zhuhai, China, a tragic incident occurred on Monday night when a man drove his car into pedestrians near a sports center, resulting in the death of at least 35 people and injuring many...
Fake DSE Certs Used in Macau University Applications – Investigation Reveals
Education minister Christine Choi revealed on Saturday that a concerning discovery had been made regarding the use of fake DSE certificates in university applications in Macau. It was reported that 20 individuals had attempted...
Biden and Xi to Meet Before Trump’s White House Return: What to Expect
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet for the final time on Saturday at the Asia-Pacific summit in Peru. This meeting comes amidst growing concerns about the potential...
Kai Tak Rugby Match Prepares New Venue for Success
The Kai Tak Sports Park recently held an international rugby match as a trial event to test the smaller outdoor venue's capabilities. Despite the gloomy weather, the match between Hong Kong and Brazil attracted...
China releases Taiwan boat captain after 4 months detention for illegal fishing
A Taiwanese fishing boat captain who was detained in China for over four months on charges of illegal fishing has been released after paying a fine, according to Taiwan's coast guard. The boat, named...
CE Leads Publicity Blitz for Hong Kong at APEC Summit – RTHK
Chief Executive John Lee had a very busy day during his visit to Peru, attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit. He signed a free trade agreement with Peru and had meetings with leaders...
Street Sleepers’ Running Club Empowers Homeless Individuals in Hong Kong Marathon
Hong Kong is gearing up for its upcoming marathon in February, and this time, there will be a special team participating. A running club, mostly composed of current and former street sleepers, is getting...
Boosting Trade: Hong Kong-Peru Free Trade Agreement Elevates Economic Opportunities
The recent free-trade agreement between Hong Kong and Peru is set to open up new economic opportunities for both regions. This agreement, which focuses on cooperation in various aspects of trade, has been welcomed...
Hong Kong Consumer Watchdog Receives 500+ Concert Complaints in 10 Months
The Consumer Council in Hong Kong has reported an increase in complaints regarding concerts and live performances this year. With over 500 complaints received in the past 10 months, concertgoers have expressed their dissatisfaction...
Government Action Plan for Green Maritime Fuel Implementation – RTHK
The government has recently unveiled an action plan to promote the use of green maritime fuel in Hong Kong, aiming to reduce carbon emissions from the shipping industry. This initiative includes a target of...
Beijing Condemns US Support for Detained Hong Kong Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai
Beijing has criticized US legislators for showing support for Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy media tycoon who is currently in prison in Hong Kong and is facing a national security trial next week. The Chinese...
Revised Government GDP Growth Forecast: 2.5% – RTHK
The government recently announced that the full-year economic growth forecast has been revised to 2.5 percent, down from the previous estimated range of 2.5 to 3.5 percent. This adjustment comes after real GDP in...
China’s President Xi Jinping Inaugurates First Chinese-Funded Port in South America at APEC Summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping recently inaugurated the first Chinese-funded port in South America, located in Chancay, Peru. This port, with an investment of US$3.5 billion, is a significant symbol of China's increasing influence in...
Monkeys Scavenging for Food Before Oxfam Trailwalker Event
The Oxfam Trailwalker event in Hong Kong faced a challenge before it even began - a group of mischievous monkeys scavenging for food along the route. A video circulating online captured the monkeys raiding...
5 Men Arrested in Hong Kong for Illegal Use of Electric Bicycles and Scooters
In a recent police operation in Hong Kong, five men were arrested for illegally driving electric bicycles and scooters on the road. The arrests were made in Kwun Tong, Sau Mau Ping, and Tseung...
Observatory Cancels Typhoon Signals as Toraji Weakens – RTHK
The Observatory made an announcement early Friday morning that all tropical cyclone warning signals have been cancelled due to Typhoon Toraji weakening and no longer posing a threat to Hong Kong. However, the Observatory...
Hong Kong Protest ‘Mastermind’ Jailed for 24 Years in Bomb Plot
Ng Chi-hung, 28, and Wong Chun-keung, 26, were sentenced to nearly 24 years and 13-and-a-half years behind bars, respectively, for their roles in a thwarted bomb plot aimed at targeting police officers during protests...
Observatory Downgrades Typhoon Warning to T1 – RTHK
The Hong Kong Observatory has recently announced that the T3 signal has been downgraded to a T1 as Tropical Depression Toraji weakens and moves away from Hong Kong. As of 10 pm on Thursday,...
Hong Kong Renumbered Lamp Posts Referencing Tiananmen Crackdown: Impact and Analysis
The Hong Kong government recently decided to renumber several lamp posts that previously bore codes referencing the date of the Tiananmen crackdown. The numbers “8964” and “6489” have been replaced with new codes. This...
Seven Sentenced Over 2019 Bomb Plot: Latest Updates and Details
Seven individuals have been sentenced in connection with a 2019 bomb plot in Hong Kong, with the mastermind receiving more than 23 years in jail. The group, known as the "Dragon Slaying Brigade," was...
John Lee Warns US Against Interference in Hong Kong Affairs: Stay Out of Jimmy...
Hong Kong's leader, John Lee, has issued a warning to the US, urging them to stay out of the city's internal affairs. This statement comes after American president-elect Donald Trump made comments suggesting it...
Hong Kong ETF Market Growth Predicted by Paul Chan – RTHK
Financial Secretary Paul Chan is optimistic about the future growth of Hong Kong's exchange-traded fund (ETF) market. He believes that the market will continue to expand, solidifying Hong Kong's position as a global financial...