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She was the youngest patient to receive a heart transplant in Hong Kong’s medical history.
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Hong Kong, China powers to victory with a commanding performance against Team Romania! 🔥
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Police are still working to uncover the man’s identity and the cause of his death.
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Too hot to handle: Hong Kong firefighters set hearts ablaze in sizzling topless calendar Hong Kong firefighters set hearts ablaze in sizzling topless calendar
Quick Glance: Hot Firefighters: Calendar Sparks Excitement
- The Hong Kong Fire Services Department unveils a calendar featuring firefighters and ambulance officers.
- The calendar showcases images of vehicles and rescue tools designed to captivate the public.
- Notable photos include a female staffer with a cat and a muscular firefighter posing with a tool.
- This initiative draws inspiration from the popular Australian Firefighters Calendar that has gained attention since 1993.
Wuhan Lab Sequences Reveal No Close COVID Relatives, Virologist Says: Shi Zhengli, the virologist at the center of COVID lab-leak theory, reveals coronavirus ...
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Quick Glance: Wuhan Lab Confirms No Close Relatives to COVID Virus
- Virologist Shi Zhengli presented new data on coronavirus samples from her lab in Wuhan.
- At a conference in Japan, she stated that none of the viruses stored in her lab are closely related to SARS-CoV-2.
- The analysis includes genomes of 56 new betacoronaviruses, with no new sequences found that are closer to SARS-CoV-2.
- These findings support Shi's claim that her lab did not possess any closely related viruses to SARS-CoV-2.
“[B]oth the PRC Constitution (Article 35) and the Basic Law (Article 27) recognise freedom of assembly, procession, and demonstration ... Show more
China saw hundreds of demos this year, but Hong Kong remains quiet | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
China saw hundreds of demos this year, but Hong Kong remains quiet | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Singapore shares are an early Asian winner of the post-U.S. election "Trump trade" -- investor bets on the economic impact of policies ... Show more
Singapore outruns Hong Kong in 'Trump trade' stock rally - Nikkei Asia
Singapore outruns Hong Kong in 'Trump trade' stock rally - Nikkei Asia
‘Too early’ to consider slashing civil servants’ pay to cut costs, finance chief says as HK$100 billion deficit looms
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Hong Kong is bracing for a temperature drop over the next week.
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Mystery dinner guest: Meet the Hongkonger who’s treated almost 200 strangers to meals The Hongkonger who’s treated almost 200 strangers to meals
Trump taps hawkish former Senator David Perdue as ambassador to China: US president-elect says ex-Georgia senator will help maintain a ‘productive working ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Appoints David Perdue as China Ambassador
- Donald Trump has nominated former Senator David Perdue as the ambassador to China to improve US-China relations.
- Perdue, with extensive international business experience, will play a key role in implementing Trump's strategy for regional peace.
- His confirmation is anticipated as Republicans hold a majority in the Senate.
- Trump plans to impose tariffs on Chinese goods in response to escalating trade tensions between the two nations.
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Ahead of expected war games, Taiwan urges China to 'unclench its fists'
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Quick Glance: Taiwan Calls for De-escalation from China
- Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te urged China to cease its aggressive actions.
- He spoke during his Pacific tour, warning of upcoming Chinese military drills.
- Lai emphasized that Taiwan has made the best preparations for the security of the Taiwan Strait.
- He expressed optimism about cooperation with the incoming U.S. administration to counter authoritarian expansion.
Cathay Pacific pulls Family Guy episode with Tiananmen crackdown joke, apologises and vows investigation Cathay Pacific pulls Family Guy ep. with Tiananmen crackdown joke
Quick Glance: Cathay Pacific Issues Apology for Controversial Episode
- Cathay Pacific apologized for airing a Family Guy episode featuring a scene related to Tiananmen Square.
- The airline responded to a social media complaint suggesting the episode might violate Hong Kong's national security laws.
- Cathay Pacific clarified that the content does not reflect its views and has arranged for the episode's immediate removal.
- The Tiananmen massacre remains a highly sensitive issue in China, especially following the introduction of stringent national security legislation.
In Pictures: In rural Hong Kong, farmers seek to return lost local rice varieties to the land
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Hong Kong Streetathon organiser investigates complaints participants ran extra 9km
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Ocean Park debut for Hong Kong pandas An An, Ke Ke draws fans from around the world
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Nearly 200 people were trapped on the Ferris wheel for about 45 minutes.
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Great Nicobar Project: India's Hong Kong-like port may wipe out ancient tribe: Experts say the multi-billion project would be a 'death sentence' for the Shompen ...
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Temperatures in Hong Kong dip to lowest levels so far this year at 16 degrees: Temperatures in Hong Kong on Sunday morning dropped to their lowest so far this ...
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Hong Kong transport and culture ministers fired BREAKING: Hong Kong transport and culture ministers fired
45 jailed democrats: 3 more seek to challenge convictions and sentences in landmark subversion case 45 jailed democrats: 3 more seek to challenge convictions, sentences
Dubai’s Emirates to step up recruitment in Hong Kong amid global hunt for pilots: Dubai-based airline Emirates is scouring the globe to hire another 1 ...
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Paid articlePaywallHong Kong court rejects activist's bid for early release under new security law Hong Kong court rejects activist's bid for early release under new security law | Reuters
Thousands flock to Hong Kong for 2-day ‘Pokemon Go City Safari’ event: Thousands of Pokemon enthusiasts from around the world have gathered in Hong Kong for a ...
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Hong Kong man, 62, dies after smoke spotted coming out of his flat
Panda Watch: Hong Kong’s twin cubs weigh 40 times more than at birth: ‘Elder Sister’ has gone from just 122 grams to 5.3kg, while ‘Little Brother’ tips the scale ...
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Apple Daily’s Jimmy Lai says he halted calls for foreign sanctions on Hong Kong after 2020 security law enacted Jimmy Lai says he stopped urging sanctions after security law enacted
Hong Kong Observation Wheel resumes after system failure left 190 trapped Hong Kong Ferris wheel resumes after failure left 190 trapped
Most recorded levels that were even lower than before the city’s emigration wave.
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Choi Hung Estate residents to move out by April 2029, Housing Authority says Choi Hung Estate residents to move out by April 2029, Housing Auth. says
Hong Kong worker survives plunge from seventh floor after landing on truck: A construction worker survived a plunge from the seventh floor of a multi-storey car ...
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Paid articlePaywall A Hong Kong court has dismissed a jailed protester’s bid for early release in the first legal challenge to the Chinese territory’s recently enacted national ... Show more
Hong Kong court rejects first legal challenge to 2024 national security law | Human Rights News | Al Jazeera
Hong Kong court rejects first legal challenge to 2024 national security law | Human Rights News | Al Jazeera
To improve mental health, go online, over-50s told. It keeps you connected and informed
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Paid articlePaywall Social worker who urged police restraint during 2019 demos has case to answer in rioting retrial, court rules Social worker has case to answer in 2019 rioting retrial, court rules
HK actress Tavia Yeung opens up about rumours of being ‘blacklisted’ by TVB: The 45-year-old actress is reinventing herself on and off the screen.
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Lawmaker says HK should override top court’s rulings on same-sex couples by seeking Beijing intervention Ask Beijing to thwart top court ruling on same-sex couples, HK lawmaker says
NBA to return to China for first time since 2019 fallout over Hong Kong protest comments NBA to return to China for first time since 2019 fallout
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Restaurants increasingly opt for two-sitting schedule to make ends meet: As the festive season approaches and restaurants fill up in the capital ...
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Quick Glance: Restaurants Embrace Two-Seating Strategy Amid Challenges
- As the holiday season nears, many restaurants reluctantly implement two dinner services each night to remain profitable.
- Customers are required to vacate their tables after two hours, while alternatives like enjoying dessert on the terrace are offered.
- The industry continues to struggle with the aftermath of the Covid crisis, rising energy costs, and wage increases, leading to a 30% rise in operational costs since 2019.
- Despite customer understanding of the economic pressures, some express dissatisfaction with the time constraints imposed on their dining experiences.
CNA Dec 05
Former TVB star Kristal Tin reveals battle with lung cancer: The actress said that it was her first time having surgery and shared that the cancer was discovered ...
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NBA to host preseason games in Macao five years after league was effectively blocked from China
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Quick Glance: NBA Returns to China with Pre-Season Games
- The NBA will return to Macau in October 2024 for two pre-season games featuring the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns after a six-year absence.
- This return follows a 2019 incident that led to NBA broadcasts being suspended in China, resulting in significant financial losses.
- The games will be held at the Venetian Arena and are part of a multimillion-dollar agreement for annual pre-season matches in Macau over the next five years.
- The NBA aims to enhance its global presence, recognizing Macau as a crucial market for its fanbase.
Jockey Club chief hails ‘one of the best, if not the best’ Hong Kong International Races as tourists flock to Sha Tin in record numbers
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Taiwan says China's threats over president's US visit are counterproductive
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Quick Glance: Taiwan Critiques China's Threats as Counterproductive
- Taiwan's top China policymaker stated that military threats would further strain relations.
- China warned of a strong response to President Lai's visit to the U.S.
- The Mainland Affairs Council minister noted Lai's trip has public support in Taiwan.
- Taiwan's government rejects China's sovereignty claims and urges the international community to take threats seriously.
Hong Kong is sending district councilors and other local officials to mainland China to learn how the ruling Chinese Communist Party uses local networks of ... Show more
Hong Kong officials learn neighborhood surveillance from China – Radio Free Asia
Hong Kong officials learn neighborhood surveillance from China – Radio Free Asia
NBA to return to China with multiyear deal in Macau: The National Basketball Association has signed a multiyear deal to play pre-season games in Macau from 2025 ...
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HK-born conductor Elim Chan wants to shake up ‘dinosaur’ orchestras: Hong Kong-born conductor Elim Chan has fought a “long-term battle” against tired assumptions ...
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In-flight thefts surge to 169 cases in Hong Kong, most on flights from SE Asia In-flight thefts surge to 169 cases in HK, most on SE Asia flights
China sees sharp drop in billionaires: 93 fall off the list as wealth plunges 20% in 2024
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Quick Glance: Decline of Billionaires in China for 2024
- The number of billionaires in China has dropped from 520 to 427, with a total wealth decline of about 20%, amounting to approximately $1.4 trillion.
- This decline is attributed to challenges in the real estate market and financial sector turbulence.
- According to UBS, many Chinese billionaires are near the $1 billion mark, leading to an increased number falling below it in recent years.
- While China saw a decrease, the number of billionaires in the US and India rose significantly, along with a notable increase in billionaire migration to places like Switzerland, the UAE, Singapore, and the US.
Chinese plus-size influencer spreads body positivity through fashion Chinese plus-size influencer spreads body positivity through fashion
Hong Kong cha chaan teng featured in Stephen Chow film attracts scores in run-up to closure
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HotMaxx made its debut in Hong Kong in September 2024. The new chain quickly drew attention for its low prices. So, can traditional Hong Kong supermarkets hold ... Show more
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Team Japan vs Hong Kong, China - every game matters in this Stage 3 race!
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Hong Kong’s sacked tourism minister shares photo of skyline, welcomes ‘another stage in life’ HK's sacked tourism chief says he welcomes 'another stage in life'
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US law firm Milbank joins retreat from China with Beijing closure US law firm Milbank joins retreat from China with Beijing closure | Reuters
Canada's RBC profit beats estimates on HSBC buy, wealth management strength Canada's RBC beats profit on HSBC buy, wealth strength; shares hit record | Reuters
Hong Kong leader sacks two senior officials in aim to 'do better' Hong Kong leader sacks two senior officials in aim to 'do better' | Reuters
The Last Dance takes first place with record HK$122 million at Hong Kong box office
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Once surrounded by ponds and fields, Kwok Hoi-yin's village on Hong Kong's border with mainland China is shrinking, nibbled away by an ambitious government ... Show more
Hong Kong mega development plan to devour villages, wetlands
Hong Kong mega development plan to devour villages, wetlands
Man jailed 10 weeks for assaulting police on Tiananmen crackdown anniv. and outside court Hong Kong man jailed 10 weeks for assaulting police
China has built up a formidable export-driven industrial machine in just two decades. But with the threat of Trump's tariffs and weak domestic demand ... Show more
Will China’s manufacturing juggernaut run out of road?
Will China’s manufacturing juggernaut run out of road?
The “Ferrari” of all giant panda costumes will join 2,500 bear sculptures on the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui on Saturday ... Show more
Cyprus buys Israeli-made advanced Barak-MX air defense system: The system, made by Israel's IAI, which can intercept aircraft, UAVs, cruise missiles ...
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China actress Fan Bingbing rents Hong Kong flat for US$84,000 a month, setting media abuzz
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Cargill is laying off thousands of workers: The food production company said that the cuts were part of a long-term strategy 'to strengthen Cargill's ...
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Quick Glance: Cargill to Cut 8,000 Jobs Amid Restructuring
- Cargill is set to lay off approximately 8,000 employees, representing 5% of its global workforce, due to declining sales and profits.
- The layoffs will include about 475 positions at the Minnetonka headquarters, with notifications happening this week and terminations starting in February.
- The company is undergoing a significant restructuring aimed at improving competitiveness and reducing costs.
- Cargill's earnings have dropped sharply, influenced by lower commodity prices and rising operational costs.
Hong Kong’s Cleo Lai, 2, celebrates new life thanks to heart donated from mainland China
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Hedge fund Monolith returns 53% year to date on AI, data centre and China bets Hedge fund Monolith returns 53% year to date on AI, data centre and China bets | Reuters
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