The Latest Breaking News from Hong Kong

Gleb Savchenko accuses ex-wife of abduction

Gleb Savchenko is seeking emergency custody of his eldest daughter after accusing his ex-wife of keeping their children in Hong Kong without permission.

BANG Premier · Jul 16

Hong Kong official says booksellers should ensure titles won't harm national security after arrests

Hong Kong’s top security official has urged booksellers to ensure their titles do not harm national security

The Independent UK · Jul 16

Global Market: China stocks slide as tech sell-off hits mainland markets; Alibaba lifts Hong Kong shares

Mainland China stocks declined on Thursday due to technology sector weakness. Hong Kong equities gained momentum, supported by Alibaba's artificial intelligence integration news. Alibaba shares jumped significantly after announcing its AI model would be integrated into Apple devices. This development boosted optimism around China's domestic artificial intelligence ecosystem. Investors are…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Committee hears final arguments in probe of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades

An independent committee investigating Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades is hearing final arguments

The Independent UK · Jul 15

Global Market: China stocks hold steady despite GDP miss as investors shift to consumer, financial shares

Chinese stocks showed stability as investors shifted focus from technology to traditional sectors. Disappointing second-quarter economic growth data did not significantly impact market sentiment. Consumer and financial stocks saw gains while technology shares experienced profit-taking. Hong Kong equities outperformed mainland markets, supported by major technology companies. European investors maintain strong…

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Seoul leads Asian stocks higher as US inflation eases rate fears

HONG KONG — Seoul led gains across Asian equity markets early Wednesday as tech firms bounced back following a softer-than-expected US inflation print that soothed worries about a possible interest rate hike this month.

Bangkok Post · Jul 15

Goodbye Chinatown by Kit Fan review – a chef’s elegy to London

Skipping between London, Shanghai and Hong Kong, this tale of family migration, politics and food has plenty of flavour and fire

The Guardian - UK · Jul 14

Global Market: Chinese stocks hit three-month lows as growth worries, Middle East tensions weigh

Chinese and Hong Kong stocks fell to three-month lows on Tuesday. Investors grew cautious ahead of key economic data and Middle East tensions. China's second-quarter GDP figures are expected to show slower economic expansion. A large initial public offering is also draining market liquidity. Energy shares outperformed as oil prices…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

Hong Kongers spend record B8,500 per month on cats as 'silver' feline market grows

The amount that Hong Kongers spend on their pet cats has reached a record high of HK$2,062 (8,800 baht) per month this year, fuelled by a rapidly emerging "cat silver economy", according to a survey.

Bangkok Post · Jul 14

Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: 'The more we value things, the less we...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on external possessions, opinions, inner peace, self-sufficiency and minimalism

Quote of the day by Bruce Lee reminds people that self-worth should never depend on possessions, wealth, or the approval of others. The famous quote encourages people to focus on personal growth, self-respect, inner peace, and discipline instead of material success. Bruce Lee believed that confidence comes from actions and…

The Economic Times · Jul 13