Hong Kong jails 45 democracy activists in landmark national security trial
The Chinese and Hong Kong governments say the national security laws were necessary to restore order after mass pro-democracy protests.
Tue Nov 19 2024
After long legal battle, Hong Kong's 47 democrats brace for sentencing
Jail terms are expected to range from several years for participants to possible life imprisonment for principal offenders.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Twelfth monkey death at Hong Kong zoo, soil infection blamed
The monkeys died due to Melioidosis, a bacterial infection, which can affect both humans and animals.
Wed Oct 23 2024
London jumps into top 10 in global ‘most expensive cities’ list
Here are the 2024 cost-of-living city rankings from Mercer.
Mon Jun 17 2024
Malaysia, Hong Kong agree to collaborate on TVET, economy
Currently, there are 500 Malaysian students studying at universities in Hong Kong, with 95 per cent of them being scholarship recipients.
Fri May 24 2024
US issues hundreds of sanctions targeting Russia, takes aim at Chinese companies
20 companies based in mainland China and Hong Kong among hundreds of entities hit by wide-ranging move against Chinese companies so far.
Thu May 02 2024
Fire in packed Hong Kong building kills fivedozens in hospital
People inside the 16-storey building waved towels at windows to signal for rescue.
Wed Apr 10 2024
MACC obtained bank documents involving 1MDB case from several countries - Witness
The MACC senior superintendent said the countries were Switzerland, Barbados, Hong Kong and the Netherlands.
Tue Feb 27 2024
1MDB trial: Four countries did not cooperate with request to record conversations - witness
A witness said Switzerland, Barbados, Hong Kong and the Netherlands did not provide any responses or feedback to assist in 1MDB investigations.
Mon Feb 26 2024
1MDB: Banking documents received by MACC not given to defence team as they were not relevant to the case - Court told
Nur Aida Arifin said the documents were received from Hong Kong and Switzerland via Mutual Legal Assistance to help investigate 1MDB case.
Mon Feb 19 2024
Hong Kong organiser to partly refund Inter Miami tickets after Messi backlash
The match in Hong Kong drew 40,000 fans, with some spectators paying up to nearly HK$5,000 ($640) per ticket.
Fri Feb 09 2024
Twelve rescued from rollercoaster at Hong Kong Disneyland
The Hyperspace Mountain ride is described on Disney's website as rocketing into a Star Wars battle.
Wed Feb 07 2024
Hong Kong leader starts push for new security laws, says city 'can't afford to wait'
John Lee said Hong Kong's constitutional responsibility dating back to its 1997 handover to China from British rule.
Tue Jan 30 2024
National security trial of tycoon Jimmy Lai: what's happened so far
Hong Kong media tycoon and pro-democracy advocate Jimmy Lai is on trial accused of endangering China's national security.
Wed Jan 17 2024
Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai pleads not guilty in national security trial
Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to all charges against him in a high-profile national security trial.
Tue Jan 02 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024
Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial
The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Guitar bought by Beatles' teenage Harrison for GBP58 sells for more than GBP1 million
A guitar bought by George Harrison for about GBP58 has sold at auction for more than GBP1 million (US$1.27 million), the PA Media news agenc
Thu Nov 21 2024
Duct-taped banana goes for $6.2 mln in Sotheby's art auction
A piece of art that is little more than a banana duct-taped to a wall sold at auction to cryptocurrency entrepreneur.
Thu Nov 21 2024