Tag: Asia
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...
Justice for Domestic Worker Raped by Hong Kong Employer
Anushka, a domestic worker from India who moved to Hong Kong in 2021, never expected the tragic turn her life would take. After being raped by her employer, she faced a long and difficult...
Hong Kong Court Grants Same-Sex Couples Housing & Inheritance Rights
Hong Kong’s Court of Final Appeal has made a groundbreaking decision in support of same-sex married couples’ rights to housing and inheritance. This ruling comes after years of legal battles fought by LGBTQ activists,...
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...
Priority Focus: Improving Governance and Accountability for HA – RTHK
The Hospital Authority (HA) in Hong Kong is taking steps to improve governance and accountability following a review that highlighted unclear roles and responsibilities among staff. This initiative comes after a series of medical...
Hong Kong Director Johnnie To Criticized by Beijing-Backed Newspapers for Calling City ‘Soulless’
Award-winning Hong Kong filmmaker Johnnie To recently came under fire from Beijing-backed newspapers in the city for his comments in an interview with BBC News Chinese. To expressed his concerns about the lack of...
Government Increases Frequency of Mega Arts Events Applications – RTHK
The Culture, Sports, and Tourism Bureau made an announcement on Saturday about changes to the Mega Arts and Cultural Events fund. Starting next year, applications will be accepted three times a year on a...
Hong Kong Ministers Fired Over Transport and Culture Issues
Hong Kong Ministers Sacked Over Transport and Culture Issues In a shocking turn of events, Hong Kong's culture and transportation ministers have been fired based on the recommendation of Chief Executive John Lee, according to...
Hong Kong Observatory Raises T1 Typhoon Warning as Tropical Cyclone Yinxing Approaches
The Hong Kong Observatory has announced that they will be raising the T1 storm warning between noon and 3 pm on Friday as Tropical Cyclone Yinxing approaches the city. The forecasters have stated that...
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...
