Impact of High Interest Rates on SMEs Confidence – RTHK
A recent survey conducted by the Productivity Council has revealed that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Hong Kong are facing challenges due to the high interest rate environment. The survey, which included 814...
Thailand’s Move Forward Party Dissolution: Unclear Future – The News Lens
On 7 August 2024, the Constitutional Court of Thailand made a decision to dissolve the Move Forward Party. The reason behind this decision was the party's campaign promise in 2023 to amend the lese...
Man in Hong Kong Denies Harassment in $180,000 Lawsuit
A man in Hong Kong is denying allegations of harassment in a lawsuit filed by his former domestic helper. The Equal Opportunities Commission brought forward the HK$180,000 claim against retired tattoo artist Lam Yui-sang,...
Survey: Mainland-born Hongkongers Report Better Mood Than City-born Residents
The latest survey conducted by the Hong Kong Public Opinion Research Institute (PORI) revealed that the mood of Hongkongers born in mainland China is consistently better than those born in the city. The survey,...
Preparing for Disaster: Impact of Megaquake on Japan Travellers
Insurers are warning travelers to Japan to carefully review their policies as fears of a possible "megaquake" loom over the country. The recent 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Kyushu has raised concerns about the potential for...
Guatemalan Vice Foreign Minister Visits Taiwan for Diplomatic Talks
Julio Eduardo Orozco Pérez, the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guatemala, is scheduled to visit Taiwan for diplomatic talks. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced that Orozco's five-day visit will involve meetings...
Hope for Peace: Middle East Talks to Defuse Tensions in Iran and Gaza
Hope is rising that tensions in the Middle East can be diffused through diplomatic efforts. Recent events, such as the assassination of Palestinian Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran and the subsequent calls for...
Macau Leadership Election: October Vote with 400 Eligible Voters & Pre-Vetted Candidates
Around 400 establishment figures are expected to choose Macau's new leader on October 13. The candidates must be pre-vetted for their political stance and declare allegiance to Beijing and the Special Administrative Region. The...
Olympics Drive Sales Surge at Kwun Tong Mall
The recent Paris Olympics have brought about a surge in sales at the Kwun Tong mall, as crowds gathered to watch the games. According to Fung Wing-yan from Sun Hung Kai Properties' leasing department,...
China’s Involvement in MOFA Visa Policy Changes – The News Lens Int’l
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) recently accused China of pressuring countries to adopt the One-China policy, leading to six countries deciding to disallow visa-free entry for Taiwanese citizens. According to the National Audit...
Leveling Up Hong Kong Tourism: Attracting Quality Travelers
A high-end hotel in Beijing, The Opposite House, recently closed its doors after 16 years of operation, raising concerns about the challenges faced by luxury hotels in mainland China and Hong Kong. Despite the...
Ending ‘Low-Quality’ Subdivided Homes in Hong Kong within 3 Years: Pro-Gov’t Lawmakers
The Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong (DAB) has proposed new measures to address the issue of "low-quality" sub-divided homes in the city. According to Vincent Cheng, a legislator for...
HK Marathon Registration Opens August 21 – Register Now!
The highly anticipated Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon is set to take place on February 9 next year. Organizers have announced that registration for the event will open from August 21 to August 30....
Hong Kong Court Rejects Jimmy Lai’s Appeal, Upholding Conviction
Hong Kong's highest court has rejected an attempt to overturn the convictions of media mogul Jimmy Lai and six other activists for their involvement in the 2019 pro-democracy protests. Lai, who founded the now-closed...
Biden and European Leaders Urge Iran to Halt Threats Against Israel
US President Joe Biden, along with the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, and Britain, are urging Iran to stop making threats against Israel. They issued a joint statement calling on Iran to back down...
Promote Your Brand with Hong Kong Free Press: Advertising Opportunities Available
Hong Kong Free Press (HKFP) offers advertising opportunities for businesses to promote their brand to a highly engaged, affluent, English-speaking audience. Founded in 2015, HKFP is an independent news outlet that values credibility, impartiality,...
Government Considers Expanding Talent Scheme for RTHK Staff
The government is considering expanding the talent scheme for RTHK staff, according to Chief Secretary Eric Chan. Currently, the Top Talent Pass Scheme allows individuals who graduated from the top 100 universities or institutions...
MOFA Denounces Former Australian PM’s Taiwan as ‘Chinese Real Estate’ Comment
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly criticized the recent remarks made by former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating, who referred to Taiwan as "Chinese real estate." The MOFA issued a statement last Friday...
Man Arrested After Stabbing Incident in London Square
A man was taken into custody by the London Metropolitan Police after an incident where an 11-year-old girl and a 34-year-old woman were stabbed in Leicester Square, a popular spot for tourists due to...
Reduced Waiting Time for Hong Kong Public Housing to 5.5 Years
The average waiting time for public rental housing in Hong Kong has decreased to 5.5 years for general applicants, as per the latest government data. This improvement is a result of the Housing Authority's...
Hongkongers in Japan Urged to Prepare for Potential Megaquake
The Hong Kong government has issued a warning to its residents in Japan to be on high alert following the recent advisory from Japanese authorities about the possibility of a "megaquake." This comes after...
Vietnam Conducts Joint Drill in South China Sea to Bolster Territorial Claims
Vietnam recently conducted a joint drill with the Philippines in the South China Sea as part of efforts to bolster territorial claims and counter Beijing's aggression in the region. The joint exercises took place...
Average Waiting Time for Hong Kong Public Rental Flats Reduced to 5.5 Years
The average waiting time for a Hong Kong public rental flat has decreased to 5.5 years in the second quarter of this year, down from the 5.7 years recorded from January to March. According...
China Urges De-Escalation Amid Ukraine-Russia Conflict
China called for de-escalation in the midst of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, urging all parties involved to abide by three key principles. As Ukrainian forces made significant advances into Russia's Kursk border...
Register of Subdivided Units Urgently Needed, Says DAB
The DAB has urgently called on the government to establish a register for subdivided flats in the city. This request comes as the government works on a report to tackle substandard accommodation, which includes...
Seeking Action: Families of Americans Detained in China Amid US-Russia Swap
Harrison Li, whose father Kai Li has been wrongfully detained in China since 2016, expressed a mix of emotions after witnessing the return of Americans wrongfully imprisoned in Russia. President Joe Biden and the...
Tragic Helicopter Crash Claims Pilot’s Life at Australian Hotel
A tragic incident occurred at a Hilton hotel in northeastern Australia when a helicopter crashed into the building's roof, claiming the pilot's life. The crash resulted in a fire on the hotel's roof, causing...
Striving for Journalists’ Rights: Hong Kong Press Union Chief’s Response to WSJ Dismissal
The chairwoman of the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) has expressed her commitment to advocating for journalists' rights and press freedom after being dismissed by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ). Selina Cheng, the former...
Connecting Hong Kong and Indonesia through RTHK’s Outdoor Show – A Cultural Exchange Journey
RTHK recently co-hosted a special outdoor show at Victoria Park in Hong Kong, in collaboration with the public broadcaster in Indonesia. The event featured live performances from local and Indonesian singers and dancers, including...
Bringing Taste of Taiwan to UK: Far From Formosa Food Stall – The News...
The Colindale area of northwest London is a hub for the East Asian community, with a significant number of residents identifying as ethnic Chinese. Among the various establishments catering to this community, the Bang...