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Tropical storm Toraji shuts schools, some businesses in Hong Kong
HONG KONG: Schools and many businesses shut in Hong Kong on Thursday (Nov 14) morning after authorities issued the third…
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Commentary: Hong Kong is giving shoebox homes a better-sounding name, but the city is still caged in inequality
DISCONTENT OVER GROWING WEALTH INEQUALITY Two main underlying reasons have spurred the government into action. Widespread discontent over the growing…
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British businessman to remain in custody on charge of killing Indonesian woman in Hong Kong
HONG KONG: A British businessman was ordered on Friday (Nov 1) to remain in custody after being charged with murder…
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Hongkongers to be offered HK$3,000 for information on tenants abusing public flat scheme
Authorities will give HK$3,000 (US$386) to any resident who provides information about tenants abusing public housing privileges that leads to…
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SIA, Scoot flights affected as Typhoon Kong-rey lashes Taiwan
SINGAPORE: Typhoon Kong-rey, one of the biggest storms to hit Taiwan in decades, caused the cancellation of several Singapore Airlines…
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SIA, Scoot flights affected as Typhoon Kong-rey lashes Taiwan
SINGAPORE: Typhoon Kong-rey, one of the biggest storms to hit Taiwan in decades, caused the cancellation of several Singapore Airlines…
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Dinosaur fossils discovered for first time in Hong Kong
HONG KONG: Scientists have discovered dinosaur fossils in Hong Kong for the first time, the city’s government announcement on Wednesday (Oct…
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Commentary: Were warnings of Hong Kong’s demise as a financial hub exaggerated?
Third, in recent years Hong Kong has promoted fintech innovation and development. For instance, in June 2021, the Hong Kong…
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Hong Kong to eliminate ‘shoebox’ flats, cut spirits tax: Leader
HONG KONG: Hong Kong leader John Lee rolled out plans on Wednesday (Oct 16) to ban flats under eight square…
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Hong Kong policy address seen pivoting from security to economic growth
HONG KONG: Hong Kong is expected to announce measures to boost the city’s economy in its annual policy address on…
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