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Govt to encourage international traditional Chinese medicine events held in HK: CE

Govt to encourage international traditional Chinese medicine events held in HK: CE

Citybus denies 'sky-rocketing fare increase', KMB says applications based on operating conditions, passenger volume

Citybus denies 'sky-rocketing fare increase', KMB says applications based on operating conditions, passenger volume

Bonnie Y Chan: 3 areas suggested by Vice Premier have been focus of HKEX

Bonnie Y Chan: 3 areas suggested by Vice Premier have been focus of HKEX

Hong Kong

Govt to encourage international traditional Chinese medicine events held in HK: CE

Chief Executive John Lee delivered a video address at the inaugural Bauhinia International Traditional Chinese Medicine Summit 2024 today (Nov. 21). He stated that the Hong Kong SAR government will fund and encourage more international traditional Chinese medicine events to be held in Hong Kong, which helps to promote the flow of knowledge and talent in international traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and support the industry's development
11 21,2024 12:50
Govt to encourage international traditional Chinese medicine events held in HK: CE
Hong Kong

Citybus denies 'sky-rocketing fare increase', KMB says applications based on operating conditions, passenger volume

Citybus has earlier proposed a 9.5% fare increase, while KMB and New Lantau Bus (NLB) have applied for a 6.5% increase.
11 21,2024 12:29
Citybus denies 'sky-rocketing fare increase', KMB says applications based on operating conditions, passenger volume
Hong Kong

Bonnie Y Chan: 3 areas suggested by Vice Premier have been focus of HKEX

Bonnie Y Chan, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) stated today (Nov. 21) that He Lifeng's remarks, along with those from various leaders of regulatory bodies in mainland China, serve as strong reassurance for Hong Kong, reflecting the central government's firm support.
11 21,2024 12:18
Bonnie Y Chan: 3 areas suggested by Vice Premier have been focus of HKEX
World

US President Joe Biden celebrates 82nd birthday, becoming oldest sitting president in American history

On November 20, local time, U.S. President Joe Biden celebrated his 82nd birthday, becoming the oldest sitting president in American history.
11 21,2024 11:57
US President Joe Biden celebrates 82nd birthday, becoming oldest sitting president in American history
Hong Kong

FIBA expects high-level 3x3 World Tour Final in HK

FIBA expects the season-ending 3x3 World Tour Final in Hong Kong to be a high-level gala, with the tournament to be held at Victoria Park from November 22 to 24.
11 21,2024 11:38
FIBA expects high-level 3x3 World Tour Final in HK
Hong Kong

Bus catches fire in Tai Lam Tunnel around midnight, causing over 20 passengers walking 1 km to escape

Around midnight today (Nov. 21), a double-decker bus on the KMB 279X route was approaching the Kowloon exit of the Tai Lam Tunnel when the driver noticed that the rear of the bus was on fire.
11 21,2024 11:19
Bus catches fire in Tai Lam Tunnel around midnight, causing over 20 passengers walking 1 km to escape
Hong Kong

Photos | Enter Victoria Harbour! PLA Navy's five-day visit kicks off

The People's Liberation Army Navy fleet arrived in Hong Kong today (Nov. 21) for a five-day visit. During their stay, the fleet will be open for public tours and has planned several exchange activities, including interactions with Hong Kong youth and meetings with government officials.
11 21,2024 10:47
Photos | Enter Victoria Harbour! PLA Navy's five-day visit kicks off
Video

Watch This | Attention! 11 cars involved in Tuen Mun Road traffic accident

A multi-vehicle collision occurred on Tuen Mun Road heading towards Kowloon around 8 am today (Nov. 21), involving 11 private cars. The scene is currently congested. Online videos show a chain reaction with eight cars in the front colliding, followed by three cars at the back.
11 21,2024 10:25
Watch This | Attention! 11 cars involved in Tuen Mun Road traffic accident
Hong Kong

Poll: 85% of respondents indicate serious crimes committed by defendants in subversion case

The sentencing for the subversion case took place on Nov. 19 at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Court. This case marks the first subversion of state power case in Hong Kong, and due to the large number of defendants involved, the verdict has attracted significant public attention. Benny Tai, the mastermind behind the illegal "primary election" plan, was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
11 21,2024 10:02
Poll: 85% of respondents indicate serious crimes committed by defendants in subversion case
Business

DWS: Limited impact of tariffs on China's economy as global economy shows signs of recovery

During the meeting of DWS Market Outlook 2025 on 19 November, Ivy Ng, Chief Investment Officer for DWS APAC, addressed the questions regarding China's response to US tariffs, highlighting that this is not a new challenge for China. "China successfully handled similar issues during the first term, and now they are facing a second round," Ivy stated.
11 21,2024 09:43
DWS: Limited impact of tariffs on China's economy as global economy shows signs of recovery
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Caricature: Layoff wave

Previously, Boeing experienced a major strike, with up to 33,000 U.S. machinists participating. This strike has severely impacted the financial situation of the struggling aircraft manufacturer and its suppliers. Boeing reported a quarterly loss of over HK$6 billion earlier.
11 21,2024 09:17
Caricature: Layoff wave
1-minute News

1-minute News | Chinglish goes global: A cultural phenomenon

Chinglish has taken the world by storm, with phrases like "You pretty, he ugly; You swan, he frog" gaining popularity overseas. As a unique cross-cultural phenomenon, Chinglish is becoming an integral part of international exchanges. Since 1994, it has contributed between 5% and 22% of new vocabulary in global English. Well-known expressions such as "paper tiger," "good good study, day day up," and "add oil" have even made their way into the Oxford English Dictionary.
11 21,2024 08:37
1-minute News | Chinglish goes global: A cultural phenomenon
Hong Kong

Charles Li highlights significance to identify HK's role in global financial market and set foundational development goals

Charles Li Xiaojia, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) stated today (Nov. 20) at the Global Financial Leaders' Investment Summit that in the face of significant capital inflows into Hong Kong, it is essential to identify Hong Kong's positioning in the global financial market and set foundational development goals.
11 20,2024 21:13
Charles Li highlights significance to identify HK's role in global financial market and set foundational development goals
World

Biden administration to supply Ukraine with anti-personnel mines, says official

The Biden administration has confirmed plans to provide Ukraine with anti-personnel mines (APLs) for use in its conflict with Russia, according to a US official. These mines, designed to target individuals rather than vehicles, can be rapidly deployed and are intended to slow Russian ground forces, particularly in Eastern Ukraine, where the fighting has been most intense.
11 20,2024 20:49
Biden administration to supply Ukraine with anti-personnel mines, says official
Hong Kong

HK outlines blueprint for developing Shenzhen-HK sci-tech zone

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government on Wednesday (Nov. 21) released a development outline for the Hong Kong section of a sci-tech innovation cooperation zone jointly developed by the southern tech hub Shenzhen and the HKSAR.
11 20,2024 20:19
HK outlines blueprint for developing Shenzhen-HK sci-tech zone
Hong Kong

More than 17,000 non-local undergraduates account for over 20% of places in this academic year: Christine Choi

In response to an oral question raised by a Legislative Council member today (Nov. 20), Secretary for Education Christine Choi said that the Policy Address proposes to relax the quota for non-local students in publicly-funded institutions to 40%.
11 20,2024 19:53
More than 17,000 non-local undergraduates account for over 20% of places in this academic year: Christine Choi
World

US embassy in Kyiv shut after warned of anticipated air attack

The US embassy in Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, has shut after it was warned of an anticipated air attack. On November 20 local time, the US Embassy in Ukraine issued a safety alert to American citizens in Ukraine, stating that specific information had been received regarding a potential major airstrike on November 20.
11 20,2024 19:36
US embassy in Kyiv shut after warned of anticipated air attack
Hong Kong

Investment Summit inspires us to deal with unprecedented changes, Eddie Yue says

The "Conversations with Global Investors" forum marked the successful conclusion of the three-day Global Financial Leaders' Investment Summit (Summit) in Hong Kong today (Nov. 20).
11 20,2024 19:16
Investment Summit inspires us to deal with unprecedented changes, Eddie Yue says
Hong Kong

Red paint poured outside CGO | Govt strongly condemns criminal damage incident

The planter at the side entrance of the Central Government Offices (CGO) on Harcourt Road is suspected to have been sprayed with red paint this morning (Nov. 20). Regarding this criminal damage incident, the government strongly condemned the illegal act and stressed that the Police would thoroughly investigate the case, strictly enforce the law and bring any offender to account.
11 20,2024 18:57
Red paint poured outside CGO | Govt strongly condemns criminal damage incident
Hong Kong

Julia Leung: Passive funds continue to rise, with over-concentration of investments in large corporations

Ms. Julia Leung, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC),  stated today (Nov. 20) at the Global Financial Leaders' Investment Summit that the recent supply chain disruptions, trade disputes, and military tensions are not coincidental and that only certainty is that the market is filled with uncertainty and volatility.
11 20,2024 18:37
Julia Leung: Passive funds continue to rise, with over-concentration of investments in large corporations
China

FM responses to comments made by individual countries regarding case of Jimmy Lai

Three judges unanimously ruled in July this year that Next Media's founder Jimmy Lai, known for his anti-China stance and efforts to destabilize Hong Kong, was convicted of two counts of conspiracy to collude with foreign powers and one count of conspiracy to publish seditious publications. The case was resumed today (Nov. 20) at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts (acting as the High Court).
11 20,2024 18:18
FM responses to comments made by individual countries regarding case of Jimmy Lai
Hong Kong

Jimmy Lai introduced US Defense Officials to Tsai Ing-wen, court hears

Hong Kong media tycoon and founder of Next Digital, Jimmy Lai, continues to face charges related to conspiring with foreign forces and publishing seditious materials. Earlier this year, in July, three judges unanimously ruled that all charges against Lai had sufficient evidence to proceed. Lai faces two counts of conspiracy to collude with foreign powers and one count of conspiracy to publish seditious materials.
11 20,2024 17:56
Jimmy Lai introduced US Defense Officials to Tsai Ing-wen, court hears
Hong Kong

Housing Authority recovers 1,400 public rental housing units due to misuse and violations of tenancy agreements

As of the end of September, the Housing Authority has recovered a total of 1,400 public rental housing units due to misuse and violations of tenancy agreements.
11 20,2024 17:54
Housing Authority recovers 1,400 public rental housing units due to misuse and violations of tenancy agreements
Hong Kong

New ahead of HK under 'one country, two systems': Paul Chan

Financial Secretary Paul Chan highlighted Hong Kong's unique advantages under the principle of "one country, two systems" and shared strategies for the city's future development as an international financial center.
11 20,2024 17:33
New ahead of HK under 'one country, two systems': Paul Chan
Hong Kong

Giant panda fans rejoice! Ocean Park launches new panda boutique, gourmet food

Ocean Park giant panda-themed souvenirs have new product launches.
11 20,2024 17:13
Giant panda fans rejoice! Ocean Park launches new panda boutique, gourmet food
Hong Kong

Gongbei Port trials 'document-free' channel enhancing efficiency of border crossings

Starting from midnight today (Nov. 20), the Gongbei Port has trialed the "document-free" channel.
11 20,2024 16:54
Gongbei Port trials 'document-free' channel enhancing efficiency of border crossings
Hong Kong

Test event for 15th National Games' road cycling to be held on Sunday

A test event for the 15th National Games' Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau road cycling will be held on Sunday (Nov. 24).
11 20,2024 16:27
Test event for 15th National Games' road cycling to be held on Sunday
1-minute News

1-minute News | See you at AIRSIDE! Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In Exhibition begins its second phase

Since opening on October 7, the exhibition of the movie Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In has attracted crowds of locals and tourists. Today (Nov. 20), the first phase of the exhibition concluded, with the second phase scheduled to move to Kai Tak on December 16. This phase will take place at the AIRSIDE mall located in the old Kai Tak Airport, which serves as the "main stage" for the movie's story.
11 20,2024 16:00
1-minute News | See you at AIRSIDE! Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In Exhibition begins its second phase
Hong Kong

Govt has no intention to cancel $2 Scheme, Chris Sun says

The 2024-25 Budget includes a review of the $2 ‍Scheme's operational model. Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun stated that the government intends to maintain the original policy intent of the scheme, which is to encourage beneficiaries to travel, and has no plans to cancel or change the current groups benefiting from it.
11 20,2024 15:53
Govt has no intention to cancel $2 Scheme, Chris Sun says
China

Shenzhen abolishes distinction between ordinary & non-ordinary housing, unifies favorable tax policies

Shenzhen in south China's Guangdong Province on Tuesday (Nov. 19) became the latest major Chinese city to reduce taxes for transactions involving larger houses.
11 20,2024 15:35
Shenzhen abolishes distinction between ordinary & non-ordinary housing, unifies favorable tax policies
China

Real-name ticketing policy in Shanghai Disneyland Resort starts on Dec. 23

To enhance visitors' experience, Shanghai Disneyland Resort announced today (Nov. 20) that it will implement a new real-name ticketing policy starting Dec. 23. Visitors must purchase tickets using their ID cards, and each person can only buy one ticket for the same date of visit.
11 20,2024 15:02
Real-name ticketing policy in Shanghai Disneyland Resort starts on Dec. 23
China

Watch This | Xi announces China's eight actions for global development at G20 Rio Summit

According to Xinhua, on Nov. 19, local time, President Xi Jinping attended the closing meeting of the 19th G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, accompanied by Cai Qi and Wang Yi. During the G20 Summit, Xi announced that China would support global development through eight actions.
11 20,2024 14:48
Watch This | Xi announces China's eight actions for global development at G20 Rio Summit
Tom Fowdy

Opinion | Russian escalation won't come in the form of nukes but in a more subtle yet dangerous way

Throughout the Ukrainian war, Vladimir Putin and Russia's leadership have repeatedly made threats that Western escalation is equivalent to a "direct war" on Moscow and thus merits a nuclear response. As the US approved long-range strikes on Russian territory several days ago, Putin subsequently responded by expanding the country's nuclear doctrine to define it as "aggression from any non-nuclear state – but with the participation of a nuclear country" as "a joint attack on Russia."
11 20,2024 14:30
Opinion | Russian escalation won't come in the form of nukes but in a more subtle yet dangerous way
World

US judge delays ruling on whether to throw out Trump's conviction in hush money case

According to a report by CCTV, the verdict in the hush money case involving Donald Trump, originally scheduled for Nov. 26, has been postponed. Court records were updated on the scheduled date, but no explanation was provided for the delay. Meanwhile, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg faces a deadline to submit recommendations to the court on how the case should proceed.
11 20,2024 14:18
US judge delays ruling on whether to throw out Trump's conviction in hush money case
Hong Kong

32-year-old local male driver surnamed Fung arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking in Kwai Tsing

The police intercepted the vehicle on Tsing Tsuen Road heading towards Tsuen Wan and discovered approximately 73.1 grams of suspected cocaine inside, along with a batch of tools believed to be used for drug packaging, with a total estimated value of about HK$60,000.
11 20,2024 13:55
32-year-old local male driver surnamed Fung arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking in Kwai Tsing
Hong Kong

Pokémon GO City Safari to debut in HK next month

Pokémon GO City Safari will be staged in Hong Kong for the first time from December 7 to 8.
11 20,2024 13:27
Pokémon GO City Safari to debut in HK next month
World

Shigeru Ishiba criticized by Japanese media for his addiction to cell phone at APEC

The 31st Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders was held in Lima, Peru, from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's diplomatic etiquette during the meeting has become a hot topic on the Internet.
11 20,2024 13:00
Shigeru Ishiba criticized by Japanese media for his addiction to cell phone at APEC
Hong Kong

Jimmy Lai admits to seeking US support and funding foreign commentator

The founder of Next Media, Jimmy Lai, known for his anti-China stance and efforts to destabilize Hong Kong, is facing charges of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces and conspiracy to publish seditious publications. In July, three judges unanimously ruled that all charges against him were substantiated.
11 20,2024 12:30
Jimmy Lai admits to seeking US support and funding foreign commentator
Hong Kong

CLP Power, HK Electric to raise electricity tariffs starting January 1 next year, with annual increases of less than 1%

Edward Lau Kwok-fan, Chairman of the LegCo Panel on Environmental Affairs, believes the increase is relatively mild. He estimates that, given the rise in fuel costs, the increase should have been higher than 1%, but the two companies used the Tariff Stabilization Fund to keep the increase below 1%.
11 20,2024 12:19
CLP Power, HK Electric to raise electricity tariffs starting January 1 next year, with annual increases of less than 1%
Hong Kong

Mission of China to EU strongly opposes EU criticism of HK's national security efforts

The Mission of China to the European Union responded to the EU's statement regarding Hong Kong, emphasizing its strong opposition to the EU's interference in the judicial independence of other countries under the pretense of upholding so-called "democracy and the rule of law."
11 20,2024 12:09
Mission of China to EU strongly opposes EU criticism of HK's national security efforts
World

Chinese national found lifeless in car after stabbing in Philippines

A 46-year-old Chinese national was found dead with multiple stab wounds inside his vehicle parked at the corner of Padre Algue Street and Jose Abad Santos Avenue in Tondo, Manila, Philippines.
11 20,2024 11:58
Chinese national found lifeless in car after stabbing in Philippines
Hong Kong

Red paint poured on planter at government headquarters, covering area of about 2 by 3 meters

A case of criminal damage occurred at the government headquarters. The incident took place at 8:25 a.m. this morning (Nov. 20) when it was suspected that red paint was poured on the planter near the side entrance on Harcourt Road. Both the Jersey barrier of the planter and the ground were stained with red paint, covering an area of approximately 2 meters by 3 meters
11 20,2024 11:47
Red paint poured on planter at government headquarters, covering area of about 2 by 3 meters
World

Globalization remains vital in different forms, foreign bankers say

As global trade protectionism rises, and with Donald Trump's election as US President, there are threats of significant increases in tariffs on foreign goods exported to the US. Amid market skepticism about whether "globalization is dead," Jane Fraser, CEO of Citi; Colm Kelleher, Chairman of UBS; and Bill Winters, CEO of Standard Chartered, all expressed at the Global Financial Leaders' Investment Summit that globalization is not dead and its progress will not reverse, though its form may change.
11 20,2024 11:29
Globalization remains vital in different forms, foreign bankers say
Hong Kong

Chinese Embassy in UK responds to erroneous remarks made by British official regarding HK

A British official stated on Nov. 19, making unwarranted comments on the sentence delivered by the Court of First Instance of Hong Kong on a conspiracy to commit subversion case and endorsing the convicted persons. In response to that, the Embassy Spokesperson said that Hong Kong is a society under the rule of law.
11 20,2024 11:01
Chinese Embassy in UK responds to erroneous remarks made by British official regarding HK
Hong Kong

HK govt strongly disapproves of and firmly rejects the United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission report

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government today (November 20) strongly disapproves of and firmly rejects the groundless attacks, slanders, and smears against various aspects of the HKSAR in the so-called "report" issued by the United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC) (Report).
11 20,2024 10:49
HK govt strongly disapproves of and firmly rejects the United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission report
World

Trump joins Musk for SpaceX's sixth starship test flight, booster recovery unsuccessful

SpaceX's sixth Starship test flight took place on November 19, with both Donald Trump and Elon Musk attending the event in Texas. The booster recovery was unsuccessful as SpaceX was unable to capture it with the launch tower’s mechanical arms. The booster fell into the Gulf of Mexico, and the rocket later fell into the Indian Ocean. A SpaceX spokesperson stated that the flight director did not command the booster to return due to unmet conditions for recovery.
11 20,2024 10:26
Trump joins Musk for SpaceX's sixth starship test flight, booster recovery unsuccessful
Business

Goldman Sachs: Global investors cautious on Chinese assets; Capital exit is crucial

David Solomon, CEO of Goldman Sachs, attended the "International Financial Leaders Summit" today, November 19. Solomon emphasized the importance of messages that reassure global investors about both attracting and facilitating capital movement in and out of China. He stated, 「In that context, I think messages around the ability to both attract capital and have capital come in and come out are very, very important for global investors.」
11 20,2024 10:11
Goldman Sachs: Global investors cautious on Chinese assets; Capital exit is crucial
Hong Kong

First 'document free' channels go live for HK, Macao, and mainland travelers

Starting today (Nov. 20), China's first batch of "Document free" channels has begun trial operations at the Shenzhen Bay Port and Gongbei Port in Zhuhai, adjacent to Macao.
11 20,2024 09:40
First 'document free' channels go live for HK, Macao, and mainland travelers
World

Solution to Hezbollah-Israel conflict 'within our grasp', US envoy says

U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein said on Tuesday that a solution to the conflict between Hezbollah and Israel is close, adding that he has held constructive talks with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.
11 20,2024 09:18
Solution to Hezbollah-Israel conflict 'within our grasp', US envoy says
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Caricature: Sentencing moment

The Court of First Instance of the High Court today (Nov. 19) handed down sentences to the 45 convicted defendants in a case of conspiracy to commit subversion. Amongst all, a starting point of 15 years' imprisonment was adopted for the principal offender Tai Yiu-ting.
11 20,2024 08:33
Caricature: Sentencing moment
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