Online auction of vehicle registration marks to be held from July 17 to 21
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Ferry service adjustments on July 3 and July 7
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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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Hong Kong should tap space economy, attract more top-end gatherings: Regina Ip
Hong Kong can boost growth by tapping into the space economy and hosting more top-tier international events such as the Apec finance ministers’ meeting, the top adviser to the city’s leader has said.
Regina Ip Lau Suk-yee, convenor of the key decision-making Executive Council and chairwoman of the New People’s Party, also proposed a HK$50 million (US$6.4 million) fund on Wednesday to help young local musicians and artists train and compete overseas.
She cited pianist Aristo Sham Ching-tao, who…
HK Customs seizes suspected cannabis buds worth HK$4.3 million in airport drug trafficking case, 20-year-old male passenger from Bangkok arrested
2nd July 2025 – (Hong Kong) Hong Kong Customs authorities made a significant breakthrough today after uncovering a drug trafficking incident involving baggage concealment at Hong Kong International Airport. Approximately 20 kilograms of suspected cannabis buds, valued at an estimated HK$4.3 million, were confiscated in the operation. The case unfolded as a 20-year-old male passenger […]
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Korean man loses US$73,500 in romance crypto scam, authorities launch awareness drive
3rd July 2025 – (Seoul) A Korean man in his 50s found himself ensnared in a romance scam, losing more than 100 million won ($73,500) to a fraudulent scheme that exploited cryptocurrency investments. The saga unfolded through a fake online relationship, where scammers posed as potential life partners to deceive victims into participating in fictitious […]
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Live: Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong enters Hong Kong waters for 5-day visit
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The Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong and its accompanying strike group entered Hong Kong waters on Thursday morning as part of a five-day trip, marking the first time one of the country’s fully domestically built carriers has visited the city.
The 70,000-tonne warship is being escorted by…
Emperor’s financial struggle mirrors current state of Hong Kong real estate
Hong Kong developer Emperor International Holdings’ struggles reflect the highs and lows the city’s property sector has endured over the past few years.
Just over five years ago, residential and commercial real estate prices and rents were hitting record highs. Developers reported robust earnings and had access to cheap financing, boosting their confidence – and that of investors – to spend more on new projects or acquire existing income-generating properties.
But this golden era ended abruptly….
Belgium reaffirms friendship with China
3rd July 2025 – (Brussels) Belgian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot stated on Wednesday that Belgium is committed to maintaining its friendship with China, regardless of changing circumstances, and aims to deepen cooperation with a positive and constructive approach. Prevot made these comments during discussions with visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, […]
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U.S. stocks close mixed as trade optimism balances labour market concerns
3rd July 2025 – (New York) U.S. stocks ended mixed on Wednesday, with optimism surrounding new trade deals helping to offset worries about a slowing labour market. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 10.52 points, or 0.02 percent, closing at 44,484.42. In contrast, the S&P 500 gained 29.41 points, or 0.47 per cent, to […]
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Aircraft carrier Shandong arrives in Hong Kong for public visit
3rd July 2025 – (Hong Kong) In celebration of the 28th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to China, the People’s Liberation Army Navy’s domestically produced aircraft carrier Shandong, accompanied by the 055-type destroyer Yan’an, the 052D-type destroyer Zhanjiang, and the 054A-type frigate Yuncheng, has arrived in Hong Kong for a five-day visit starting today. This […]
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Fire breaks out at high-rise unit at Hey Home in Sham Shui Po, resulting in fatality
3rd July 2025 – (Hong Kong) A fire occurred in Sham Shui Po early this morning at approximately 4am, involving a high-rise unit at Hey Home, located at 155-161 Yee Kuk Street. The blaze was accompanied by reports of explosions, prompting multiple emergency calls. One of the callers was a male resident of the affected […]
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