Chants for a free Hong Kong interrupt the state dinner for Trump and Xi at the White House
Audible protests erupted during the welcome for Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, at the White House on Thursday night. At times, these protests even overshadowed the state dinner event. Chants like “Free Hong Kong,” “Xi Jinping, you’re not welcome,” and “Freedom for political prisoners” echoed through the air. Protesters gathered in […]
Hong Kong Court Confirms Cardinal Joseph Zen’s Conviction
Court Upholds Ruling Against Cardinal Zen and Co-Defendants A Hong Kong court confirmed a ruling against retired bishop and democracy supporter Cardinal Joseph Zen along with four others for not registering a humanitarian fund established to aid protesters arrested during the pro-democracy demonstrations in 2019. In 2022, Zen and his associates were detained on accusations […]
Alibaba initiates $10 billion share offering in Hong Kong to support AI investments
Alibaba Launches Major Share Placement for AI Development On Sunday, China’s Alibaba announced an impressive HK$80-billion (about $10.2 billion) share placement aimed at funding its ventures in artificial intelligence. This move, if successful, would establish the largest primary follow-on offering ever recorded by a company listed in Hong Kong. Moreover, it would position itself as […]
Actress Kaylee Hottle from ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ has passed away at 19
Actress Kayley Hottle Passes Away at 19 Kayley Hottle, who gained recognition for her portrayal of Gia in the 2021 film Godzilla vs. Kong, died on Tuesday at just 19 years old. Her father, Joshua Hottle, shared the tragic news, stating she was in a car accident in Maryland early that morning, as reported by […]
Report suggests Hong Kong funded Iran’s terrorism network.
A revealing report set to be published on Monday indicates that Hong Kong has evolved into a crucial financial and logistical supporter for Iran. It’s allegedly aiding the transport of illicit oil, weaponry technology, and surveillance tools that bolster Tehran’s military operations and internal crackdowns. The 26-page document from the Hong Kong Freedom Caucus Foundation, […]
Two Men Found Guilty of Espionage Against Hong Kong Dissidents in the UK for China
British Officials Convicted of Spying for China A British immigration officer and a trade official from Hong Kong based in London have been convicted of misusing Home Office systems to monitor dissidents in the UK on behalf of China. Chee Leung “Peter” Wai, 40, a former Border Force officer, and Chong Biu “Bill” Yuen, 65, […]
Steve Kerr Wishes He Hadn’t Called President Donald Trump a ‘Buffoon,’ Admits His Comments on Hong Kong Were ‘Weak’
If you think Steve Kerr might suddenly soften his views on President Trump and his relationship with China, you could be quite surprised by recent developments. In a recent interview, Kerr, the vocal head coach of the Golden State Warriors, shared his regret over earlier comments calling President Trump a “clown.” In addition, he expressed […]
HSBC considering changes to private school benefit for bankers in Hong Kong
HSBC Considers Changes to Employee Benefits in Hong Kong HSBC is reportedly looking into the idea of covering school fees for its bankers in Hong Kong as part of a significant overhaul led by CEO Georges Elhedery. The largest bank in Europe is contemplating whether to reduce benefits for new hires or alter overall compensation. […]
Hong Kong plans to introduce tax incentives to attract international commodity traders.
Hong Kong Unveils New Tax Breaks for Goods Traders Hong Kong is set to roll out new tax incentives for traders dealing in physical goods, aiming to bolster its status as a regional trade hub and revive shipping activities that have been disrupted by global supply chain issues. The government intends to establish a concession […]
Long Lines for Gas in China — People from Hong Kong Hurrying Over the Border as War in Iran Poses Supply Risks
This week, large gas pipelines are reportedly being installed in China, prompting Hong Kong residents to rush across the border to fill up their tanks amid concerns about rising prices and potential shortages linked to the ongoing crisis in Iran. Drivers weren’t just panicking over hearsay; the Chinese government has made it official. A significant […]