Xia, Beijing's point man on Hong Kong affairs, calls on Hong Kong lawmakers to support the chief executive, enhance governance, boost local development, and address residents' concerns.
Former Barclays CEO Jes Staley denied a friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during a House Oversight Committee hearing, despite past emails calling Epstein 'family.' Staley, who resigned from Barclays over his Epstein ties, faces an industry ban and a shareholder lawsuit, while Barclays and JPMorgan Chase have also faced legal scrutiny regarding Epstein.
India's top-tier football league, the Indian Super League (ISL), is set to kick off its new season with significant structural changes, aiming to convert national World Cup interest into sustained domestic engagement. Clubs now control commercial aspects, promising stability after past delays.
Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg proposes playing an England vs. Australia Test match in India to generate interest in the format, despite traditional Ashes series. This comes as Cricket Australia plans to expand its footprint in India by taking the Big Bash League overseas.
Middlesex CEO Andrew Cornish has been dismissed following an independent disciplinary panel upholding misconduct charges against him. The charges stemmed from a complaint about his alleged behaviour towards a staff member, referred to the Cricket Regulator. Cornish denies wrongdoing and is exploring legal options.
Gold Coast Council CEO Tim Baker abruptly resigned, with veteran councillor Peter Young attributing it to "unrelenting personal attacks." Baker cited family discussions for his departure, which comes amidst an independent performance review and past scrutiny over international travel expenses, despite other councillors praising his integrity and achievements.
Matthew Wright, former Southern Water CEO, and three ex-employees face charges of conspiracy to defraud the Environment Agency and Ofwat between 2012-2017. They allegedly manipulated sewage wastewater testing to avoid millions in fines, marking the first time a water industry boss faces criminal charges over sewage discharges.
Former Southern Water CEO Matthew Wright and three ex-employees face criminal charges for conspiracy to defraud the Environment Agency and Ofwat. They allegedly manipulated sewage wastewater test results from 2012-2017 to avoid millions in fines, with a trial set for September.
The Chinese Medicine Hospital of Hong Kong will launch two strategic treatment programs for stroke and lower back pain next week, with bookings opening Wednesday. The hospital emphasizes the advantages of traditional Chinese medicine and a multidisciplinary approach, with more programs planned for the coming years.
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon warned Andy Burnham that raising bank taxes could jeopardize the bank's £3bn London headquarters project and deter investment from Britain. Dimon, a long-standing critic of the UK's bank tax surcharge, emphasized the adverse consequences of penalizing companies.
England's cricket management faces challenges after a poor Test season and Ben Stokes' retirement, despite white-ball victories against India. The team lacks a Test coach and captain, with Harry Brook and Joe Root considered options, raising questions about a split-coach approach.
The Hong Kong Palace Museum and Uzbekistan's Islamic Civilisation Centre signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Hong Kong, aiming to foster cultural exchange through joint exhibitions, research, and training, following a recent delegation visit.
Median pay for FTSE 100 CEOs reached a record £5.06m last year, an 8.6% increase, widening the earnings gap with average UK workers to 130 times their salary. The High Pay Centre highlights this disparity, calling for reforms as a new PM takes office.
Campaigners warn the UK government's plan to boost intensive poultry farming for food security is a national security risk due to resource intensity, pollution, and reliance on imported feed, advocating for plant-based proteins instead.
Wessex Water CEO Ruth Jefferson received a 14% base salary increase to £670,000, 18 times the median worker pay, despite the company expecting a bonus ban due to sewage spills. Other firms like Anglian Water and Yorkshire Water also made controversial payments from parent companies, drawing public and regulatory criticism.
An independent committee investigating the deadly Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong, which killed 168 and displaced nearly 5,000, will delay its final report until late October due to the vast amount of evidence to review.
Uttarakhand Police arrested suspended Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee employee Pramod Nautiyal in connection with alleged donation theft. Irregularities surfaced during cash offering counting, leading to an FIR and Nautiyal's arrest.
Wong's resignation from Legco, following his arrest for suspected drink-driving and a hit-and-run, is deemed appropriate for the administration and legislature. Experts suggest the loss of his seat will not significantly impact legislative operations.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is seeking a successor to Brendon McCullum as Test head coach, with CEO Richard Gould stating they will consider six to 10 diverse global candidates. The new coach will help appoint the next Test captain and will work with McCullum, who retains the white-ball role.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is looking to appoint a new Test head coach from a shortlist of six to 10 global candidates, with the aim of having them in place for the August series against Pakistan. ECB chief executive Richard Gould confirmed the process will begin now, with managing director of men's cricket Rob Key leading the search. The new coach will also have a say in appointing the next Test captain.
Sky's acquisition of ITV, a £200m deal ending 70 years of independence, signals a crisis for British TV. Deep-pocketed US streamers dominate, forcing consolidation and raising fears of job losses and the future of iconic shows.
Telstra CEO Vicki Brady returned to Australia to face a media storm and Senate grilling following a major national mobile outage caused by a software fault. The incident affected millions, disrupted services, and led to a welfare check on triple-zero users. The company faces scrutiny and potential penalties.
Telstra CEO Vicki Brady returned to Australia after a national mobile outage affected millions, disrupted services, and led to a Senate grilling. The outage, caused by a software fault with the company's time-telling systems, is the third major incident in less than a year, prompting government scrutiny and a regulatory investigation.
Michael Edwards has resigned as chief executive of football for Fenway Sports Group (FSG), Liverpool's owner. His departure is linked to FSG abandoning plans to acquire a second club, a key part of Edwards' broader remit. FSG confirmed his exit on Friday, with Edwards having informed them of his intention to step down in autumn 2025.
