Category: Localities
Hong Kong doctor killed by suspected E coli infection hailed as ‘good role model’
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Colleagues say late oncologist was dedicated professional who went extra mile to help patients. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3298541/hong-kong-doctor-who-died-alleged-e-coli-cluster-hailed-good-role-model?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreChina ‘happy’ that US, Russia talking more after Ukraine peace summit reports
Hong Kong Free Press China on Thursday said it was “happy” to see the United States and Russia “strengthen communication”, after US President Donald Trump said he expected to meet his Russian counterpart for Ukraine peace talks. US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. File photo: GovUS. Trump said he had a “lengthy…
Read MorePanda fever is great but Hong Kong needs its own cultural icon
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Lion Rock, the unmistakable red-sailed junk and the 120-year-old tram system are all cultural assets unique to the city. https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3298391/panda-fever-great-hong-kong-needs-its-own-cultural-icon?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreParents of Hong Kong baby girl in need of heart transplant renew appeal for donor
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Whitney has been in intensive care unit at Hong Kong Children’s Hospital suffering worsening respiratory failure since parents’ first appeal last October. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3298527/parents-hong-kong-baby-girl-need-heart-transplant-make-another-appeal?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreHong Kong’s Golden Harvest to slash movie ticket prices amid closure concerns
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Chain says it will offer the ‘most affordable’ ticket prices starting February 15, to thank movie fans for their support. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3298513/hong-kongs-golden-harvest-slash-movie-ticket-prices-amid-closure-concerns?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreThe Hongkong Bank Foundation nurtures next generation at different stages of their growth journeys
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Through various programmes, scholarships and mentorships, HSBC and its volunteers provide support that enables local young people to thrive. https://www.scmp.com/native/news/hong-kong/topics/being-there-those-need/article/3298453/hongkong-bank-foundation-nurtures-next-generation-different-stages-their-growth-journeys?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreChina’s 2024 coal projects threaten climate goals, report says
Hong Kong Free Press China last year began construction on projects with the greatest combined coal power capacity since 2015, jeopardising the country’s goal to peak carbon emissions by 2030, according to a report published Thursday. The world’s second-largest economy is the biggest emitter of the greenhouse gases that drive climate change, but also a…
Read MoreHong Kong taxi drivers threaten to strike next month over ride-hailing services like Uber
Hong Kong Free Press Hong Kong’s taxi drivers have threatened a citywide strike in early March if the government fails to crack down on unlicensed ride-hailing services such as Uber. More than 80 per cent of those present at a meeting held by the Hong Kong Tele-call Taxi Association on Wednesday agreed to hold a…
Read MoreWall St Journal breached Hong Kong labour law by firing journalist who took on union leadership role, court hears
Hong Kong Free Press Selina Cheng, chairperson of the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA), has accused her ex-employer, The Wall Street Journal, of breaching the city’s laws protecting employees’ right to join union activities by firing her after she took on the union’s leadership role. Selina Cheng, the chairperson of the Hong Kong Journalists Association,…
Read MoreHong Kong press union head launches private prosecution against ex-employer
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Selina Cheng has proceeded to file charges after the government decided against prosecuting The Wall Street Journal. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3298495/hong-kong-press-union-head-launches-private-prosecution-against-ex-employer?utm_source=rss_feed
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