Category: Localities
Contactless immigration proposed for planned port under Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis scheme
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Contactless immigration clearance at Fulin Small Boundary Control Point will facilitate travel for talent from mainland, Undersecretary for Security Michael Cheuk says. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3228522/contactless-immigration-clearance-proposed-planned-port-under-hong-kongs-northern-metropolis-plan?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreJudge warns ‘Glory to Hong Kong’ protest song ban might not have effect government wants
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Mr Justice Anthony Chan says injunction against ‘Glory to Hong Kong’ might not be any different from national security law sanction against use of song use with seditious intent. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3228517/judge-warns-court-hearing-glory-hong-kong-protest-song-ban-might-not-have-effect-government-wants?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreVerdict on Hong Kong press group chief Ronson Chan, accused of obstructing police, expected in September
Hong Kong Free Press The verdict on Hong Kong journalist Ronson Chan, who stands accused of obstructing a police officer, will be handed down on September 25. Chan’s charges relate to an incident last year when he allegedly refused to show his identification to a police officer. Ronson Chan on September 22, 2022. File photo:…
Read MoreHong Kong, mainland China regulators agree to enhance wealth management and bond connect schemes during 3-day Beijing visit, HKMA CEO says
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Authorities in Hong Kong and mainland China are in consensus on a number of measures that will enhance the cross-border Wealth Management Connect and Bond Connect schemes, the city’s de facto central banker said…
Read MoreTropical Cyclone Doksuri may miss Hong Kong and hit Taiwan instead, Observatory says
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Storm expected to intensify as it moves towards east of Luzon in coming days. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3228473/tropical-cyclone-doksuri-may-miss-hong-kong-and-hit-taiwan-instead-observatory-says?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong government approves third youth hostel-hotel
Hong Kong Free Press Hong Kong authorities have approved a youth hostel project with up to 84 places, aimed at providing affordable rental housing to young Hongkongers. The hostel, dubbed Joseph’s House, is the third project under a government subsidy scheme for converting hotels and guesthouses into youth hostels. A room at Joseph’s House. Photo:…
Read MoreHong Kong leader John Lee to start public consultation this month in preparation for second policy address
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Chief Executive John Lee pledges to continue his result-oriented approach and push for the city’s economic development. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3228457/hong-kong-leader-john-lee-start-public-consultation-month-preparation-second-policy-address?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong police’s anti-fraud arm has foiled transfer of over HK$11 billion in swindled money from phone, online scam victims over 6 years
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Anti-Deception Coordination Centre handled more than 160,000 calls from public and foiled 2,000 cases involving wire transfers locally and overseas since 2017 launch. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3228453/hong-kong-polices-anti-fraud-arm-has-foiled-transfer-over-hk11-billion-swindled-money-phone-online?utm_source=rss_feed
Read More3 months’ jail for first person tried under Hong Kong’s national anthem law over use of protest song ‘Glory to Hong Kong’
Hong Kong Free Press A 27-year-old man who replaced China’s national anthem with protest song Glory to Hong Kong in an online video has been sentenced to three months in prison after being convicted of insulting the national anthem. Thursday’s sentencing marked the culmination of the city’s first trial under the National Anthem Ordinance, which…
Read MoreFamily of late Hong Kong singer Coco Lee appeals to fans and friends to donate to 2 charities instead of sending flowers to vigil
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Family writes in obituary published on Friday that star’s vigil will be held on July 31 at Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3228425/family-late-hong-kong-singer-coco-lee-appeals-fans-and-friends-donate-2-charities-instead-sending?utm_source=rss_feed
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