Tag: Asia
Hong Kong Legislative Head Praises Lawmakers’ Work Amid ‘Empty’ Motion Controversy
Hong Kong Legislative Head Defends Lawmakers' Efforts Amid Criticism In the bustling city of Hong Kong, the president of the Legislative Council, Andrew Leung, has sparked controversy by defending the work of lawmakers...
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...
Hong Kong Social Worker Ordered to Pay HK$440,000 to Assaulted Police Officer
A social worker in Hong Kong has been ordered by the District Court to pay over HK$440,000 to a police officer who was assaulted during the 2019 protests. The officer, Tsang Chi-on, filed a...
Observatory to Issue T1 Signal by Friday 3pm – RTHK
The Hong Kong Observatory announced on Thursday that they will be issuing the Standby Signal No 1 between noon and 3pm on Friday due to Tropical Cyclone Yinxing approaching Hong Kong. The weather system...
Exploitation of Rescued Hong Konger: Forced to Work 17 Hours Daily
**Forced Labor Horror: Hong Konger Endures 17-Hour Workdays in Southeast Asia** In a shocking case of exploitation, a 25-year-old Hong Konger was rescued after enduring a harrowing ordeal in Southeast Asia, where he was forced...
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...
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...
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...
Hong Kong Government Should Stay Out of Show Business During Tough Times
Doubts Cast Over Hong Kong's Mega Events In a recent Legislative Council session, Secretary for Culture, Sports, and Tourism Rosanna Law touted the success of Hong Kong's mega events in boosting tourism. However, questions have...
Illegal Money Lending Scheme Targeting Domestic Workers: 46 Arrested by Hong Kong Police
Hong Kong police have recently made a significant breakthrough by arresting 46 individuals involved in an illegal money lending scheme targeting domestic workers. These perpetrators posed as phone retailers and offered loans to domestic...
