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· Carl Samson
Chinese bubble tea chain ChaPanda sinks in Hong Kong trading debut
Shares of China’s Sichuan Baicha Baidao, also known as ChaPanda, saw a steep decline in its debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange despite raising over $330 million in its initial public offering (IPO). IPO and market debut: ChaPanda’s shares were initially priced at 17.50 Hong…
· Bryan Ke
‘The Goldfinger’ star Tony Leung crowned best actor for 6th time at Hong Kong Film Awards
At the 42nd Hong Kong Film Awards, the film “The Goldfinger,” starring legendary Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, clinched six wins, while “A Guilty Conscience” bagged the coveted award for best film. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Film producer believes Hong Kong film industry is ‘going downhill’
Film producer Debbie Lam believes that the Hong Kong film industry is on a downward trend, as the industry sees a significant drop in the number of films produced in recent years. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Hong Kong unveils new national security law with tougher penalties
The Hong Kong government has unveiled a draft bill for new national security laws, known as Article 23, raising further concerns about diminishing freedoms in the city. About the bill: The proposed bill, which would be added to Hong Kong‘s mini-constitution and co-exist with the…
· Ryan General
Why Hong Kong shoppers are flocking to China’s Shenzhen
Hong Kong residents burdened by higher costs at home are increasingly crossing the border into Shenzhen, China, for bargain shopping and leisure activities. The shopping migration: Hong Kongers have been traveling to Shenzhen for shopping and other leisure activities since China…
· Michelle De Pacina
Prime Video’s ‘Expats,’ set and filmed in Hong Kong, is unavailable to watch there
The Amazon Prime series “Expats,” which was filmed in Hong Kong and follows the lives of three American women living there, is not available for viewing in the city. “Currently unavailable”: The show, which premiered on Amazon Prime Video on Jan. 26, states “this video is…
· Michelle De Pacina
Video of foreign domestic helpers on cardboard boxes in Hong Kong streets goes viral
A video showing foreign domestic helpers gathering on cardboard boxes in the streets of Hong Kong (HK) has gone viral on social media, with many viewers debating whether their lifestyle should be looked down upon. The video: In the video uploaded to Instagram by content creator…
· Michelle De Pacina
India surpasses Hong Kong to become world’s fourth-largest stock market for first time
India’s stock market capitalization has surpassed Hong Kong’s for the first time, making the South Asian nation the fourth-largest equity market globally. India’s growth: As of Monday’s close, India‘s stock market capitalization reached $4.33 trillion compared to Hong Kong’s…
· Ryan General
Hong Kong announces mandatory course on ‘patriotism’ for primary students
The six-year program aligns with a recent patriotic education law passed by the National People’s Congress Standing Committee
· Bryan Ke
Louis Vuitton to debut Hong Kong fashion show with Pharrell Williams’ 2nd men’s collection
Louis Vuitton will present its first-ever fashion show in Hong Kong next week, with creative director Pharrell Williams unveiling his second men’s collection. About the show: In partnership with billionaire Adrian Cheng’s K11 MUSEA, the debut Hong Kong show will be held on a…
· Michelle De Pacina
Pizza Hut in Hong Kong serves up snake pizza
Pizza Hut in Hong Kong has collaborated with a century-old local restaurant to introduce snake pizza to customers. Snake pizza: The 9-inch pizza features shredded snake meat, black mushrooms and Chinese dried ham, inspired by the traditional snake stew. Pizza Hut has partnered…
· Michelle De Pacina
Washington state senator arrested in Hong Kong for carrying gun through airport
Washington state senator Jeff Wilson was arrested at Hong Kong International Airport for having a firearm in his carry-on luggage. What happened: Wilson, who was traveling with his wife for vacation in Southeast Asia, claimed that he did not know his pistol was in his briefcase…
· Bryan Ke
Leylah Fernandez wins Hong Kong Open, Jessica Pegula takes Korea Open on same day
Filipino Canadian Leylah Fernandez took home the Hong Kong Open trophy, while Korean American Jessica Pegula won the Korea Open, two celebratory moments that happened on the same day on Sunday. Her first in months: Fernandez, 21, beat Czech tennis player Katerina Siniakova 3-6,…
· Michelle De Pacina
Chow Yun-fat speaks out about China’s censorship of Hong Kong films
Hong Kong acting legend Chow Yun-fat expressed his concerns about China’s strict censorship in the film industry while acknowledging the financial significance of the mainland Chinese market for filmmakers. Chow’s concerns: Chow, who was named Asian Filmmaker of the Year ahead…
· Ryan General
Video: Venezuelan president tells Hong Kong reporter to ask questions in Mandarin instead of English
There is no English interpreter. It’s a new world”
· Michelle De Pacina
Hong Kong police arrest man over sexual assault of Korean tourist during livestream
Hong Kong police have arrested a man for molesting a South Korean tourist who was livestreaming her first visit to the island. What happened: The woman, who goes by @may5w and has over 16,000 followers on Twitch, was reportedly waiting at a tram stop in the Central area when the…
· Michelle De Pacina
Hong Kong’s top court urges government to create ‘legal recognition’ for same-sex relationships
Hong Kong’s top court has urged the government to create an alternative framework for same-sex relationships to be legally recognized. The final appellate court’s ruling: The Court of Final Appeal’s ruling on Tuesday comes in response to a lawsuit by activist Jimmy Sham seeking…
· Michelle De Pacina
French daredevil falls 68 floors to his death from Hong Kong skyscraper
French climber Remi Lucidi fell to his death while attempting to climb a residential skyscraper in Hong Kong on Thursday. About the daredevil: Lucidi, 30, is known on social media as “Remi Enigma,” a thrill-seeker who climbs towering structures around the world, including…
· Michelle De Pacina
Hong Kong court rejects government’s injunction to ban pro-democracy protest song
The High Court of Hong Kong has rejected a government’s injunction to ban the pro-democracy protest song “Glory to Hong Kong.” High Court’s ruling: In Judge Anthony Chan’s ruling, he noted that banning the song undermines freedom of expression and could potentially cause a…
· Ryan General
Hong Kongers urged by health chief to stare at smokers to discourage them
“When members of the public see people smoking in non-smoking areas, even if no law enforcement officers can show up immediately, we can stare at the smokers”