Category: Hong Kong
PORI’s looming end and why Hong Kong needs credible polling outfits
Hong Kong Free Press On Thursday, pollster Robert Chung announced that the independent Hong Kong Public Opinion Research Institute (PORI) would “suspend all its self-funded research activities indefinitely, including regular tacking surveys conducted since 1992… or even may close down,” citing the “current environment.” This is an alarming development. The Hong Kong Public Opinion Research…
Read MoreAs Hong Kong plans crackdown on tiny flats, operators are reluctant to maintain supply whilst tenants feel the squeeze
Hong Kong Free Press Hayson Chan, business development director of rental company Rent to Rent Innovation, expects about a quarter of his subdivided flats to be deemed illegal under an unprecedented crackdown on unliveable dwellings in Hong Kong. A subdivided unit managed by property agent Jack in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. Under a…
Read MoreWill Hongkongers be next to leave US under Trump’s immigration crackdown?
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. US immigration crackdown has Hongkongers using Deferred Enforced Departure scheme facing uncertain future. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3298828/will-hongkongers-be-next-leave-us-under-trumps-immigration-crackdown?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreChinese animated blockbuster ‘Ne Zha 2’ breaks records, prompts patriotism
Hong Kong Free Press Animated Chinese blockbuster “Ne Zha 2”, based on traditional mythology, has smashed multiple box office records on its way to becoming the country’s most successful movie ever. Ne Zha 2 poster. Photo: Enlight Pictures. The tale of a rebellious young deity who battles dragons is the first movie to earn over…
Read MoreGreater Bay Airlines is expected to provide more reliable services
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 aviation dreams depend on a commitment to quality and fair competition from all airlines operating in the city. https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3298844/greater-bay-airlines-expected-provide-more-reliable-services?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong police arrest 4, seize HK$5.5 million of drugs including ‘space oil’
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Two men and two women, aged between 27 and 41, have been arrested in connection with two cases of alleged drug trafficking, force says. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3298849/hong-kong-police-arrest-4-seized-hk55-million-drugs-including-space-oil?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHelper’s Hong Kong court victory in sexual harassment case ‘rare but encouraging’
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Helpers face huge challenges in even filing sexual abuse or harassment cases, let along prevailing, advocates say. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3298847/helpers-hong-kong-court-victory-sexual-harassment-case-rare-encouraging?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreBody of man found in waters off Hong Kong’s Tseung Kwan O: police
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Man is of Chinese origin and believed to be between 35 and 45 years old. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3298837/body-man-found-waters-hong-kongs-tseung-kwan-o-police?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong urged to use real-name system for tickets as some hit HK$200,000
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Consumer Council chief executive says she hopes market can be more disciplined, as online vendors sell Nicholas Tse tickets for sky-high prices. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3298836/hong-kong-urged-use-real-name-system-tickets-some-hit-hk200000?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreThailand deports 10 linked to actor cyber-fraud case back to China
Hong Kong Free Press Thailand has deported 10 Chinese nationals linked to the high-profile alleged kidnapping of an actor who was rescued from a cyber-fraud centre in Myanmar, Thai police told AFP on Saturday. A residential tower in Shwe Kokko, in Myanmar’s eastern Myawaddy township, on February 14, 2025. A Myanmar ethnic militia said on…
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