Transport Department alerts public to fraudulent websites purported to be from HKeToll
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56th round of computer ballot registration for submitting applications for Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles to be open June 30 to July 3
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Cafe de Coral manager arrested after window pane falls onto Hong Kong street
Hong Kong police have arrested the manager of a major fast-food outlet after a window pane fell from the first floor and landed on a Kwun Tong street, injuring two pedestrians.
The pane, measuring two metres by 1.5 metres (6.6 feet by 4.9 feet), detached from the first-floor Cafe de Coral outlet in the Champion Court building on Hong Ning Road at about 3pm on Monday.
The glass, along with some food items, landed on the pavement below and shattered. Two male pedestrians, aged 68 and 51, sustained…
Transport Department announces adjusted ferry services on 3rd and 7th July
30th June 2025 – (Hong Kong) The Transport Department (TD) issued a reminder today (30th June) regarding special marine transport measures set for the mornings of 3rd July (Thursday) and 7th July (Monday), necessitating adjustments to ferry services as outlined below: Outlying Island Ferry Services Nine outlying island licensed ferry routes operating via the Western […]
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Amber Rainstorm Warning issued, Thunderstorm warning to last till 12.30am tomorrow
30th June 2025 – (Hong Kong) Amber Rainstorm Warning Signal has been issued by Hong Kong Observatory at 11.55pm while a Thunderstorm Warning issued at 8.45pm today, will remain in effect until 12.30am tomorrow. Anticipate a few squally thunderstorms across Hong Kong. The Rainstorm Warning Signal has been upgraded to Amber, indicating the occurrence or […]
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Medical excellence to Olympic glory: Hong Kong honours outstanding contributions
A former chairman of Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority, a media mogul and a business leader have been awarded the city’s highest honour this year, while Olympic gold medal fencer Vivian Kong Man-wai was also recognised for her sporting achievements.
Two Hongkongers who helped save residents from a deadly fire were also among the 427 individuals recognised on the 2025 Honours List on Tuesday for their contributions to society.
Also honoured were a Hong Kong rescue team that had been deployed to…
Robinhood launches tokens for EU customers to trade U.S. stocks and ETFs, including Nvidia and Apple
1st July 2025 – (New York) Robinhood has unveiled commission-free tokens enabling its European Union customers to engage in trading over 200 U.S. stocks and exchange-traded funds, featuring prominent names like Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft. These tokens, operational 24/5, were introduced in collaboration with blockchain firm Arbitrum, propelling Robinhood’s shares to a record high with […]
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Dai-ichi Life plans to double strategic investment target to $4.17 billion for international expansion
1st July 2025 – (Tokyo) Dai-ichi Life of Japan aims to increase its strategic investment target to a minimum of 600 billion yen ($4.17 billion) in its upcoming medium-term management plan, as revealed by the company’s CEO. Following its recent acquisition of a 15% stake in UK insurer and asset manager M&G for approximately 160 […]
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U.S. Treasury Secretary warns of potential tariff hikes despite good-faith negotiations
1st July 2025 – (New York) U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent highlighted the looming possibility of countries facing significantly heightened tariffs on 9th July, even if engaged in sincere negotiations. Bessent emphasised that any potential extensions would be at the discretion of President Donald Trump. Speaking to Bloomberg Television, Bessent, who previously mentioned the prospect […]
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Hong Kong awards Grand Bauhinia Medals to three luminaries among 427 honourees
1st July 2025 – (Hong Kong) Hong Kong conferred its highest civic honour upon three distinguished leaders while placing unprecedented emphasis on national security in this year’s honours list, recognising 427 individuals and groups for exceptional contributions to society. Former police commissioner Siu Chak-yee received the Gold Bauhinia Star for his pivotal role restoring order […]
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Hong Kong marks July 1 anniversary with flag-raising ceremony, fly-past
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Hong Kong marks the 28th anniversary of its return to Chinese sovereignty on Tuesday.
The day’s events start with a flag-raising ceremony at Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai and a reception at the nearby Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, where Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu will…
