Former husband and in-laws of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi stand trial in her killing A murder trial has begun for the former husband and in-laws of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi The Independent UK · Sep 21
A state funeral in Hong Kong honors Tung Chee-hwa, the city's first post-colonial leader A state funeral was held in Hong Kong on Sunday for the city's first post-colonial leader, Tung Chee-hwa The Independent UK · Sep 20
F-35 parts sent from Australia to US end up in China, report says; investigation underway as fears grow over sensitive stealth technology reaching Beijing F-35 parts diverted to Hong Kong: Sensitive components of the US-made F-35 fighter jet were reportedly diverted to Hong Kong while being shipped from Australia to the US for repairs, prompting an investigation and congressional briefings over concerns about potential exposure of sensitive technology. The shipment reportedly included an F-35… The Economic Times · Sep 19
Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: 'Take things as they are. Punch when you have to punch. Kick when you have to kick.' Life lessons from inspirational quote on reality, truth, overthinking, acceptance, decisive purpose, emotional resistance and simplicity Quote of the day by Bruce Lee says, “Take things as they are. Punch when you have to punch. Kick when you have to kick.” The saying focuses on accepting reality, avoiding overthinking and responding to situations when action is needed. Bruce Lee connected martial arts with philosophy, and this… The Economic Times · Sep 18
China's RoboTechnik to launch $800 million Hong Kong listing on September 21 RoboTechnik, which is listed in Shenzhen, makes equipment for photovoltaic cell manufacturing and assembly and testing systems for silicon photonics devices used in optical interconnects for data centres and artificial intelligence infrastructure. The Economic Times · Sep 18
Insilico Medicine's Alex Zhavoronkov bets China and AI can deliver the drug industry’s next breakthrough AI drug discovery firm Insilico Medicine is profitable, publicly listed in Hong Kong, and running the drug industry's most consequential experiment. Fortune · Sep 18
Global Market: China stocks rally 1% as Trump-Xi meeting raises trade hopes China’s stock markets rose strongly as investors anticipated progress in upcoming US-China trade talks between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. Technology, AI and semiconductor stocks led gains, while Hong Kong equities also advanced. Markets are watching potential tariff relief, agricultural deals and technology discussions, alongside China’s domestic demand challenges and… The Economic Times · Sep 18
Reds get new Asian adventure off to winning note Adelaide United have made easy work of Hong Kong outfit Tai Po FC, running out 3-0 winners in their Asian Champions League Two debut. AAP · Sep 17
Global Market: Hong Kong dollar hits one-month low as carry trades loom The Hong Kong dollar weakened towards the lower end of its trading band as the widening interest-rate gap with the US increased the appeal of carry trades. The HKMA raised its base rate by 25 basis points to 4.25%, although analysts do not expect an immediate currency-market intervention. The Economic Times · Sep 17
Global Market: China, Hong Kong markets slip as Fed signals more rate hikes China and Hong Kong stocks fell on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points and signalled another hike could come this year. Rate-sensitive sectors, including gold, non-ferrous metals and property stocks, came under pressure as investors reassessed the outlook for global borrowing costs and… The Economic Times · Sep 17
US Federal Reserve defies Trump with interest rate hike The US Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rates for the first time in three years, as it seeks to bring down high inflation. The policy decision sets up a potential confrontation between Chairman Kevin Warsh and President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly called on the central bank to… France 24 · Sep 16
Families of Jimmy Lai, Min Zin plead in Washington for their release ahead of Xi’s visit Sebastien Lai has appealed for the release of his father, former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai, at a congressional hearing in Washington The Independent UK · Sep 16
Business Brief (Sept. 16): China Maps Next- Generation Memory Chip Push Syngenta files for $5 billion Hong Kong IPO, while China seeks feedback on battery recycling standards Caixin Global · Sep 16
The 50 Best Hotels 2026: Rosewood Hong Kong named No.1 as 21 European hotels included in ranking The top rated property on the continent is Lake Como’s Passalacqua, coming in fifth overall on The 50 Best Hotels 2026 list. Euronews · Sep 16
The Economic Times · Sep 16 Global Market: Hong Kong unveils first five-year plan, targets bigger push into technology Hong Kong has unveiled its first Five-Year Plan through 2030, targeting higher innovation spending and greater investment in AI, robotics, microelectronics and advanced manufacturing. The strategy also focuses on the Northern Metropolis and deeper technology and economic integration with mainland China.
The Independent UK · Sep 16 Hong Kong unveils first 5-year plan to broaden the city's identity beyond finance Hong Kong's leader has unveiled a five-year plan to broaden the city's identity beyond finance
The Economic Times · Sep 16 Global Market: China, Hong Kong shares rise as tech stocks gain ahead of Fed decision Chinese and Hong Kong equities rose on Wednesday, led by technology stocks as investors awaited the US Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision. The Shanghai Composite gained around 0.6%, while the Hang Seng and Hang Seng Tech Index also advanced. Rising Treasury yields, oil prices and inflation concerns kept investors cautious.
France 24 · Sep 16 Hong Kong unveils first five-year plan to cement position as global financial hub Hong Kong leader John Lee on Wednesday unveiled the city's first five-year plan to boost its global position as a financial hub. The plan serves as a social and economic roadmap detailing the city-state's strategic priorities, including an aim to expand technology ties with mainland China.
The Economic Times · Sep 16 HSBC, ICICI Bank emerge as biggest FX lenders to India’s diaspora in GIFT City HSBC and ICICI Bank led lending under a special foreign-exchange swap program. These two banks disbursed a combined $19.3 billion through the central bank's facility. The Reserve Bank of India's program boosted activity in GIFT City significantly. This success encourages lenders to expand wealth management operations and attract more diaspora…
inkl · Sep 16 Suspect Infidelity? How a Private Investigator Can Help Uncover the Truth Questions about trust in a relationship can create uncertainty that affects many parts of daily life.
International Business Times · Sep 15 Iran Allegedly Laundered $1.5 Billion In Oil Money Through Crypto. The U.S. Is Going After Some Of It. Federal prosecutors say two Hong Kong companies helped convert proceeds from sanctioned Iranian petroleum sales to Chinese buyers into cryptocurrency.
The Economic Times · Sep 15 In 2017, Hong Kong's 30,643-square-meter King Wah Road building used special paint to improve air quality; 9 years later, its WELL certification supports healthier indoor spaces Hong Kong's 18 King Wah Road demonstrates that the future of green buildings is not only about consuming less energy—it is also about creating spaces that are healthier and more comfortable for the people inside them. Its 30,643-square-meter footprint brings together low-VOC photocatalytic coatings, sophisticated air treatment, natural ventilation analysis,…
The Economic Times · Sep 14 Global Market: China stocks mixed, Hong Kong shares edge higher as AI weakness weighs China's mainland stocks traded mixed on Monday as AI and semiconductor shares fell, dragging the CSI AI Index down 1.2% and the STAR50 down 0.9%, even as banking stocks rose due to defensive buying. Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 0.4%, but its AI sub-index dropped 2.4%, led by a 10.5%…
The Economic Times · Sep 13 China's Z.AI raises $5 billion from new share, convertible bond sales, filing shows Z.AI launched the sales on Friday, offering 21.97 million new Hong Kong shares at HK$714 ($91.05) each, a 10% discount to Friday's closing price of HK$793.
Fortune · Sep 12 The world's largest health and beauty retailer says AI will make shopping 'more human, not less' The biggest risk with AI, warns AS Watson CEO Malina Ngai, is using it to polish today's processes. Do that, and "you get a version of yesterday."