Category: Hong Kong
Explainer: Hong Kong’s national security crackdown – month 36
Hong Kong Free Press Hong Kong saw a series of arrests and detentions in June, the month marking the third anniversary of the national security law, including the detention of 23 people in or around Victoria Park on June 4 – the 34th anniversary of the Tiananmen crackdown. Two people – a 23-year-old student and…
Read MoreWhy is Hong Kong missing out on Taylor Swift and other big stars? Industry blames lack of large concert venues and slow reopening after Covid-19
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Fans disappointed that Coldplay among major acts skipping Hong Kong in world tours. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3226237/why-hong-kong-missing-out-taylor-swift-and-other-big-stars-industry-blames-lack-large-concert-venues?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreIn Pictures: Hong Kong unlicensed pro-democracy Citizens’ Radio station goes off-air after 18 years
Hong Kong Free Press A Hong Kong radio station that has aired pro-democracy shows without a licence for nearly 18 years held its last broadcast on Friday, citing difficulties operating in a “dangerous” political landscape. Citizens’ Radio’s last day of broadcasting on Friday, June 30, 2023. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. Founded by veteran activist Tsang Kin-shing…
Read More‘Village’ of the dead: Hong Kong high-rise offers final resting place for thousands
Hong Kong Free Press By Holmes Chan With its white marble foyer and lavish chandeliers, the 12-storey tower could be mistaken for one of Hong Kong’s newest hotels, but it offers a longer stay: a final resting place for thousands in one of the world’s most crowded cities. German architect Ulrich Kirchhoff stands outside the…
Read MoreMan arrested in Hong Kong after 2 wounded in Mong Kok attack, with woman shouting ‘I’ve been stabbed’
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Police officers arrive at the scene after a bloodstained woman screamed for help, shouting that she’d been stabbed. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3226253/man-arrested-hong-kong-after-2-wounded-mong-kok-attack-woman-shouting-ive-been-stabbed?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreResidents, tourists unimpressed with Hong Kong handover perks at restaurants, but Chinese eateries report brisk business
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Some patrons were unaware of the discounts, while others say they were a pleasant surprise, but did not make much of a difference. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3226252/residents-tourists-unimpressed-hong-kong-handover-perks-restaurants-chinese-eateries-report-brisk?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong customs seizes HK$16 million worth of ketamine hidden in driveshafts, charges suspect for smuggling
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Illegal narcotics found in air cargo consignment seized by customs at city’s airport. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3226246/hong-kong-customs-seizes-hk16-million-worth-ketamine-hidden-driveshafts-charges-suspect-smuggling?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreUS, UK politicians slam HSBC for ‘rejecting early MPF withdrawal requests’ of Hong Kong BN(O) passport holders
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Mike Gallagher and Alicia Kearns express ‘deep concerns’ over bank’s alleged decision to reject early withdrawal requests. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3226243/us-uk-politicians-slam-hsbc-rejecting-early-mpf-withdrawal-requests-hong-kong-bno-passport-holders?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong high-speed rail services suspended for urgent repairs, MTR Corporation says
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. MTR Corp says disruption arose from signalling problems at West Kowloon terminus. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3226240/hong-kong-high-speed-rail-services-disrupted-urgent-repairs-mtr-corporation-says?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreUnited States adjusts advisory for Hong Kong to second lowest level, urges Americans to ‘exercise increased caution’ rather than ‘reconsider travel’
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Hong Kong’s risk level is now classified as lower than that of Macau and mainland China. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3226238/united-states-adjusts-advisory-hong-kong-second-lowest-level-urges-americans-exercise-increased?utm_source=rss_feed
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