Hong Kong Observatory issues T1 typhoon warning signal
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The Hong Kong Observatory issued the No 1 typhoon signal at 10.20pm on Saturday night, with the warning to be in place until at least 9am on Sunday before being upgraded to No 3, as the city was expected to face occasional squally showers and thunderstorms.
The weather forecaster said an area…
Hong Kong driver arrested after 3 vehicles hit during police roadblock escape
Hong Kong police have arrested a motorist who hid in a hotel room for five days after allegedly hitting three vehicles, injuring another driver, while fleeing from a roadblock.
The man, 30, was detained in connection with seven offences including furious driving and drug trafficking, Chief Inspector Law Chin-hon said on Saturday.
The suspect is alleged to have disobeyed an order on Monday to turn off the engine and get out of his vehicle at a roadblock in Sai Yee Street, Mong Kok, for a police…
Hong Kong to invest up to an additional HK$30 million into National Games team
Hong Kong is investing up to HK$30 million (US$3.8 million) more in its National Games team as the city goes all out to optimise every aspect and ensure the smooth running of eight locally hosted events, according to the sports commissioner.
Commissioner for Sports George Tsoi Kin-pan said on Saturday that the Hong Kong venues designated for the National Games had completed test runs and were ready, with the countdown to the 15th edition of the Games in November under way.
“Work in the coming…
Special traffic and transport arrangements for football matches at Hong Kong Stadium on August 19, 20 and 23
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Transport Department alerts public to fraudulent websites purported to be from Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme
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Government departments drive all-out efforts to cope with rainstorm impacts
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Transport Department issues pilot licence for autonomous vehicles to approve trial in Southern District
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TD provides convenience for direct issue of Hong Kong Full Driving Licence applications in multi-pronged approach
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16-year-old girl assaulted in Sham Shui Po, 36-year-old Indian man arrested
16th August 2025 – (Hong Kong) Yesterday at 1.22pm, across from 226 Tai Nan Street in Sham Shui Po, a family reported an assault on a 16-year-old girl. Upon receiving the report, officers arrived at the scene and, after initial investigations, classified the incident as “assault” for further follow-up. Further investigations led to the arrest […]
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Majority oppose same-sex partnership registration, express concerns over traditional marriage institution
16th August 2025 – (Hong Kong) In response to a ruling by the Court of Final Appeal, the SAR Government has proposed legislation to establish a “Registration Mechanism for Same-Sex Partnerships.” The Bills Committees of the Legislative Council previously sought public opinion on the “Registration of Same-sex Partnerships Bill.” Yesterday (15th), the Constitutional and Mainland […]
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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to visit India
16th August 2025 – (Beijing) Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is scheduled to visit India from Monday to Wednesday, as announced by China’s foreign ministry on Saturday. The discussions will primarily focus on resolving disputes concerning the Himalayan border. This diplomatic engagement marks only the second high-level meeting between the two nations since a fatal […]
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Iconic Bing Kee Cha Dong in Tai Hang closes temporarily due to staff shortage
16th August 2025 – (Hong Kong) Bing Kee Cha Dong a renowned tea spot with over 70 years of history in Tai Hang, has announced its temporary closure from today onwards due to insufficient staff, as revealed on social media. This tea stall, known for preserving a nostalgic tin exterior, particularly for its signature Hong […]
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Maple Yip, wife of HK actor Alex Fong, faces backlash after sexual assault recordings leak
17th August 2025 – (Hong Kong) Netflix’s latest documentary series, “The Echoes of Survivors: Inside Korea’s Tragedies,” recently premiered on the platform. Serving as a sequel to “In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal,” the third and fourth episodes continue to centre around the South Korean cult’s sexual abuse cases. Maple Yip, the new […]
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XRP whales quietly accumulate billions as market divergence signals uncertainty
17th August 2025 – (New York) In the world of XRP (Ripple), a major shift has occurred as whales discreetly amassed substantial holdings while many retail investors fled, unveiling a stark market divide that hints at forthcoming developments. When XRP’s value plummeted, triggering a market panic, a different narrative was unfolding behind the scenes. While […]
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