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Hong Kong taxi drivers must offer at least 2 e-payment methods from April 2026
Hong Kong taxi drivers will be required to accept electronic payments starting in April next year and complete the installation of journey recorders by early 2027, transport authorities have said, in an effort to improve service quality. In a...

Delta to launch a new nonstop daily service between Hong Kong and Los Angeles next summer
HONG KONG, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Delta will further expand its Asia network with the launch of daily nonstop service between Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) beginning June 8, 2026. Delta to...

Hong Kong: Insurance regulator joins in launch of anti-scam consumer protection charter
(From left) Mr Cheng Yan-chee, Ms Julia Leung, Mr Eddie Yue, Mr Clement Cheung and Mr Chaucer Leung Hong Kong’s insurance regulator, the Insurance Authority (IA), joined the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), the Securities and Futures...

SquidLoader Malware Campaign Targets Hong Kong Financial Sector
A new wave of malware targeting financial institutions in Hong Kong has been identified, featuring SquidLoader. This stealthy loader deploys the Cobalt Strike Beacon and boasts advanced anti-analysis tactics. In a new advisory published on Monday,...

Disney accuses Hong Kong company of selling illegal Mickey Mouse jewelry
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Walt Disney Co. on Wednesday sued a Hong Kong jewelry company it accuses of selling illegal Mickey Mouse jewelry. The international media and entertainment conglomerate filed a lawsuit in federal court in Los Angeles against...

Hong Kong regaining status as premier IPO market
Hong Kong's initial public offering market is gaining depth and dynamism and reinforcing its role as a premier global listing venue, with abundant liquidity, attractive valuations and market reforms contributing to the resurgence of IPO...

Hong Kong: AI Collaboration Boosts Power Grid Reliability
Hong Kong: HKBU, HK Electric in AI Power Deal Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) and The Hongkong Electric Co., Ltd. (HK Electric) have entered into a strategic partnership to explore the application of artificial intelligence in power...

Paul Sweeney: 'SNP shouldn't be subsidising rivals while letting our industry die'
They expanded into bus services and coachbuilding a century ago, in 1924, and grew to be one of the country’s leading coachbuilders. Today, Alexander Dennis is a major player in the global bus industry, providing good, high-skilled manufacturing...

Baked pork chop rice among Hong Kong dishes served at new Richmond food court stall
The newest addition to Richmond’s food scene is a nostalgic nod to Hong Kong cafe diners. A new Hong Kong-style food stall has opened inside a Richmond plaza food court. Wasan Cafe opened earlier this month in the corner of Pacific Plaza's food...

Asia's best bars shake up industry with innovation
Tiger Chang, head bartender of MO Bar and director of beverages at Mandarin Oriental Shenzhen, and his team. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025 was unveiled on Tuesday at Wynn Palace, Macao, showcasing three bars from...

Australian Industrial Punk Artist Schkeuditzer Kreuz Announces Third Album, And Return Tour To Europe And UK
Photo/Supplied Australian ‘Industrial Synth Crust’ outfit Schkeuditzer Kreuz a.k.a. Kieren Hills is about to embark on the second Schkeuditzer Kreuz tour across Europe, from September to October 2025, in support of the third album, Swan Grinder....

Korean production of 'The Cherry Orchard' sets off on global tour
Jeon Do-yeon, Park Hae-soo reprise their roles; first stops in Hong Kong and Singapore Following its sensational premiere in Seoul, the Korean production of "The Cherry Orchard" will embark on an international tour this fall, beginning with...

WARMINGTON: Altered Canadian flag on display at consulate in Hong Kong
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Canada Columnists Altering the Canadian flag to suit any cause or event violates the government's own rules on how the flag is to be displayed The Canadian flag, left, with an altered Canadian flag at the consulate in...
Hong Kong – Leading Mainland sports drinks brand uses Hong Kong as regional headquarters to go global (with photos)
Leading Mainland sports drinks brand uses Hong Kong as regional headquarters to go global (with photos) ****************************************************************************************** Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) announced today (July...
Hong Kong – TAC welcomes Government’s proposal to regulate online hailing hire car services
TAC welcomes Government’s proposal to regulate online hailing hire car services ******************************************************************************* The following is issued on behalf of the Transport Advisory Committee: The Transport...

HYROX Returns to Hong Kong with Cigna Healthcare as Title Sponsor for the Second Year, Welcoming Nearly 10,000 Racers on July 26-27
The first-ever Adaptive Men/Women category is set to debut, expanding access and inclusivity in fitness racing HONG KONG, July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HYROX, one of the world’s fastest-growing indoor fitness races is set to make a triumphant...

SC Asset Announces Global Launch Roadshow for “REFERENCE SATHORN – WONGWIANYAI” in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taipei This July
SINGAPORE and HONG KONG and TAIPEI, July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SC Asset, one of Thailand’s leading real estate developers, is proud to announce the Global Launch Roadshow for its flagship river view condominium project, REFERENCE SATHORN –...
Hong Kong wealth, fund assets hit HK$35.1 trillion as inflows surge
It is a stark reversal from the Covid period, when the city was grappling with an exodus of people and mainland money was moving to SingaporePublished Wed, Jul 16, 2025 · 04:01 PM [HONG KONG] Hong Kong’s assets under management across its asset...

Hong Kong: Innovation Advances AR/VR and Display Technologies
Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) School of Engineering have made a breakthrough in display technology by developing the world’s brightest and most energy-efficient quantum rod light-emitting diodes...

Hong Kong Shares Tipped To Open To The Downside On Wednesday
The Hong Kong stock market has moved higher in four straight trading days, collecting almost 700 points or 3 percent along the way. The Hang Seng Index now sits just above the 24,590-point plateau although it's likely to see some profit taking on...