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The next US president: VP JD Vance Accuses European Leaders of Emulating the Enemies They Once Defeated
During the Munich Security Conference, Vance criticizes European governments for forsaking democratic values by canceling elections, stifling opposition, and implementing severe censorship measures.
Congressman alleges that covid was “pre-planned by an elite group of people. Event 201”.
US Congressman Ron Johnson has made notable claims suggesting that the outbreak of COVID-19 was 'pre-planned by an elite group of people' and cited 'Event 201' in his remarks. This refers to a tabletop exercise by John's Hopkins Center i...
Amazon adds video telemedicine visits nationwide to its virtual clinic
Amazon is taking a step further into the healthcare industry by adding video telemedicine visits to its virtual clinic, which is now available in all 50 states. The e-commerce giant launched the virtual clinic last fall, initially offeri...
Aung San Suu Kyi Receives Partial Pardon and Reduced Jail Term in Myanmar
In Myanmar, former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been granted a partial pardon on five of the 19 charges she was convicted for, resulting in a reduction of six years from her 33-year jail sentence. The country's military junta announced th...
Hong Kong and Indonesia Sign 15 Non-Binding Agreements to Strengthen Economic and Cultural Ties
Hong Kong and Indonesia have signed 15 non-binding agreements covering a range of sectors, including green finance, maritime services, meteorology, aerospace, and the promotion of sustainable finance, as Hong Kong leader John Lee touted ...
Hong Kong and Singapore Sign Seven Bilateral Deals to Strengthen Economic and Trade Ties
Hong Kong and Singapore have signed seven bilateral deals during Chief Executive John Lee's visit to the city state.
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Expects Slowdown in GDP Growth for Second Quarter of 2022
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po has announced that he expects the city's GDP growth to slow down in the second quarter of this year.
Hong Kong and Indonesia Sign 15 Non-Binding Agreements in Range of Areas, Strengthening Economic Ties
Hong Kong and Indonesia have signed 15 non-binding agreements in a range of areas, including green finance, maritime services, meteorology, aerospace, and the promotion of sustainable finance.
Hong Kong and Singapore Sign Seven Bilateral Deals to Boost Economic and Trade Ties
Hong Kong and Singapore have signed seven bilateral deals during a visit by Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee to the city state.
Singapore Carries Out First Execution of a Woman in Two Decades Amid Capital Punishment Debate
Appeals from rights groups dismissed as another drug convict awaits execution on August 3.
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China's Youth Unemployment Rate: Are the Official Figures Telling the Whole Story?
A Peking University Professor Estimates Youth Unemployment at Nearly 50%, More Than Double the Reported Figures
Unlocking the Potential of Hong Kong's Local Workforce: The Benefits of Retaining Women and Older Workers
Hong Kong has been actively seeking to attract top talent from around the world in recent years, but it would be a mistake to ignore the potential of its own local workforce, particularly its women and older workers.
Revitalizing Hong Kong's Tourism Industry: Promoting Arts, Culture, and Sustainable Recreational Activities
Hong Kong's tourism industry is in need of a boost as the city struggles to attract visitors in the post-Covid landscape.
Hong Kong's Bar Industry Struggles amid Government Efforts to Suppress Night Economy and Drinking Culture
The bar industry in Hong Kong has taken a significant hit this year, with business dropping by 20 percent compared to the pandemic period.
India's population projected to fall below China's by July 2023: United Nations report
India's population is projected to be less than China's by July 1, 2023, according to the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs.
The 33rd Hong Kong Book Fair: A Record-Breaking Event with Mixed Feedback
The 33rd Hong Kong Book Fair, which ran from July 19 to 25, recorded a staggering 990,000 visitors this year, a significant increase from the 770,000 visitors in 2022, and a return to pre-Covid levels.
Hong Kong Chief Executive Meets with Indonesia President to Deepen Economic Ties
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee met with Indonesia President Joko Widodo in Jakarta on Tuesday as part of a week-long goodwill trip to three Asean members to help Hong Kong businesses capture new opportunities.
The Road to Recovery: Hong Kong's Property Market Faces Challenges Despite Reopening of Mainland Economy
The Hong Kong property market, which has been battered by the COVID-19 pandemic, is still facing a long and hard slog to recovery, despite the reopening of the mainland economy following the lifting of the zero-Covid policy and the retur...
Final Day of Hong Kong Book Fair Offers Massive Discounts on Books
The final day of the Hong Kong Book Fair has arrived, and book lovers are flocking to the event in hopes of taking advantage of massive discounts on books.
Expert from HKU Suggests Classifying Cigarettes as a Drug to Strengthen Smoking Control in Hong Kong
A health expert from the University of Hong Kong (HKU) has suggested that cigarettes should be classified as a drug to further strengthen the government's efforts to control smoking in the city.
Admiral Lisa Franchetti Nominated to Lead US Navy, Making History as First Woman to Hold Position
President Joe Biden has made history by nominating Admiral Lisa Franchetti to lead the US Navy, which would make her the first woman to hold the position and to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Hong Kong Government Reminds Citizens to Meet HK$3,000 Spending Requirement for Consumption Voucher by July 31
The Hong Kong government has reminded citizens who receive both installments of the consumption voucher through Octopus to meet the HK$3,000 spending requirement by July 31.
Hong Kong's High Court to Consider Criminalizing Protest Song 'Glory to Hong Kong'
Hong Kong's High Court will hear a government argument on Friday to make it illegal to perform or broadcast the controversial protest song "Glory to Hong Kong" with criminal intent.
Controversial Development Plan for Hong Kong Golf Club Sparks Debate over Public Housing and Environmental Concerns
Hong Kong's golfers are gearing up for a battle against the government's plan to repossess a portion of the Hong Kong Golf Club for public housing.
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