Category: Hong Kong
Hong Kong researchers find links between onset of Parkinson’s and gut microbiome imbalance, marking first step in developing treatments
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Professor says it is unclear whether gut microbiome imbalance is the cause of Parkinson’s disease or if other factors also play a role. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3226807/hong-kong-researchers-find-links-between-onset-parkinsons-and-gut-microbiome-imbalance-marking-first?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreCathay Pacific revamps ‘Asia Miles’ loyalty scheme, with premium-economy, business and first-class travellers facing biggest hit for free flights
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 flag carrier says the new requirements will take effect on October 1. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3226805/cathay-pacific-revamps-asia-miles-loyalty-scheme-premium-economy-business-and-first-class-travellers?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong national security police arrest one more man over alleged conspiracy to fund self-exiled activists
Hong Kong Free Press Hong Kong national security police have detained one more man in connection with an alleged conspiracy to collude with foreign forces by providing financial support to self-exiled activists. Hong Kong Police Force. File photo: Kelly Ho/HKFP. A 24-year-old man was arrested at the Hong Kong International Airport on Thursday morning on…
Read MoreJPMorgan and HSBC are top workplace choices for business students while Hong Kong government is first pick for engineering students, survey finds
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Hong Kong universities’ business and commerce students have voted JPMorgan and HSBC the top two employers for the second straight year, while those studying for engineering and natural sciences picked the city’s government for…
Read MoreHong Kong cuts directly elected District Council seats as overhaul unanimously approved
Hong Kong Free Press Hong Kong’s “patriots-only” legislature has unanimously passed the government’s proposal to overhaul District Council elections. The decision to pass the bill on Thursday, which reduced the number of democratically elected seats and re-introduced government-appointed members to local-level advisory bodies, was praised by top government officials including the chief executive and chief…
Read MoreUS Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen arrives in China as US seeks to stabilise ties
Hong Kong Free Press By Beiyi Seow US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen arrived in Beijing on Thursday, kicking off a visit aimed at improving communication and stabilising the tense relationship between the world’s two largest economies. US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen listens during a signing ceremony for the Indonesia Infrastructure and Finance Compact, at the…
Read MoreHong Kong police hunt gang of robbers who smashed glass display cases at Tsim Sha Tsui store and fled with watches
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Three or four robbers carrying knives and hammer break glass of display counters and flee in Honda. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3226768/hong-kong-police-hunt-gang-robbers-who-smashed-glass-display-cases-tsim-sha-tsui-store-and-fled?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong’s Bar Association and Law Society acknowledge complaints against members on police wanted list and vow to investigate
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Law Society confirms receiving complaint against member for allegedly violating national security law. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3226767/hong-kongs-bar-association-and-law-society-acknowledge-complaints-against-members-police-wanted-list?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong national security police ‘arrest another ex-member of Demosisto’ for alleged fundraising activities to support wanted activist Nathan Law
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Authorities earlier arrested ex-Demosisto leader Ivan Lam and three former members. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3226751/hong-kong-national-security-police-arrest-another-ex-member-demosisto-alleged-fund-raising?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong ‘Professor Devil’ dating coach sentenced to community service for overcharging clients who paid HK$540,000 for courses
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Chau Pak-yin, who offered courses sharing tips for single men on how to flirt with women, vows to ask trial magistrate to review his verdict. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3226748/hong-kong-professor-devil-dating-coach-sentenced-community-service-overcharging-clients-who-paid?utm_source=rss_feed
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