Hong Kong's new Advance Decision on Life-sustaining Treatment Ordinance, effective next Friday, faces operational challenges for frontline responders like ambulance crews, who worry about verifying patient wishes in emergencies and affordability for low-income families.
Hong Kong will allow terminally ill patients to upload advance directives for life-sustaining treatments to the eHealth platform starting July 31, formalizing end-of-life care and offering clearer legal protection for patients and healthcare professionals under a new ordinance.
HSBC Holdings' stock is expected to attract more local and international investors following Hong Kong's stock exchange reform that will reduce its minimum trading unit. The change aims to make the 'widow and orphan' stock more accessible to retail investors.
Hongkongers are increasingly opting for high-speed rail to travel to mainland China, citing convenience for elderly travelers and expanded direct routes. The journey to Zhangjiajie was highlighted as a successful family trip.
Indonesien will mit einem neuen Finanzzentrum auf Bali, das Steuerfreiheit für Finanzunternehmen und ausländische Experten bietet, Investitionen anlocken und mit Singapur und Hongkong konkurrieren. Experten warnen jedoch vor Geldwäscherisiken beim staatlichen Danantara-Fonds und vor der Überschätzung der Anziehungskraft von Steuerbefreiungen.
A 23-year-old Hong Kong man has pleaded guilty to inciting subversion under the national security law for promoting a pro-Taiwan party and disseminating anti-Communist messages online and via leaflets between 2024 and 2025.
Hongkongers celebrated the 29th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese sovereignty by taking advantage of discounts and perks at restaurants, shops, transport, and museums. Long queues were observed at various establishments, with museums reporting high visitor numbers.
Baidus KI-Chip-Sparte Kunlunxin plant nach Medienberichten einen Börsengang in Hongkong mit dem Ziel, eine Bewertung von 50 Milliarden Dollar zu erreichen. Der geplante Börsengang ist Teil der Abspaltungsstrategie und fällt in eine Zeit verstärkter Förderung chinesischer KI- und Chip-Unternehmen durch die Regierung.
Hundreds gathered in Kwun Tong to bid farewell to a historic town centre before its redevelopment, sharing memories of a lively neighbourhood that was a part of their lives for decades.
A survey reveals 90% of Hongkongers want old-age self-sufficiency but expect 14 years of care dependency and 17 years of financial dependence. Many are unprepared for healthcare costs and retirement funding.
Hong Kong's welfare chief Chris Sun vowed to review the age threshold for identifying elderly in need after a 70-year-old man was found dead and his 78-year-old wife unconscious in their flat. The couple were not targeted for welfare visits as they were under 80.
Hongkonger Taichi Kho secured his biggest career win at the International Series Morocco on Sunday, holding off a late challenge from childhood hero Bubba Watson to win by one shot. Kho finished at 19-under-par after a birdie on the final hole.
Hongkonger Taichi Kho secured his biggest career win at the International Series Morocco on Sunday, holding off a late charge from childhood hero Bubba Watson to win by one shot. Kho finished at 19-under-par.
Hong Kong triathlete Oscar Coggins qualified for the Asian Games by winning bronze at the Asia Triathlon Super Sprint Elite championship in Xuzhou. This achievement comes after a previous withdrawal from the Tokyo Olympics due to mental health struggles.
A 48-year-old Hongkonger with over 20 years of experience as a light goods van driver is considering a career change to become a private driving instructor due to a gloomy economic outlook and increased competition in the logistics industry. He sees an opportunity with the Transport Department's announcement of 332 new licenses for driving instructors.
Singer-songwriter Emma-Lee Moss, known as Emmy the Great, uses her memoir 'My Cantopop Nights' to explore Hong Kong's history and her own identity through the lens of Cantopop music. The book delves into iconic songs and artists, linking them to personal experiences and the city's turbulent past.
Hong Kong authorities plan a three-year reform for the struggling Hongkong Post, considering options like privatization or departmentalization. A HK$4.6 billion cash injection aims to buy time for this comprehensive review of its operating model.
Two men in Hong Kong have been convicted of murdering a man over a gambling debt and then attempting to extort HK$3.6 million from his wife for his release, despite him being deceased. The victim's body was found buried near Ping Yeung Village.
Over 673,000 Hongkongers returning from mainland China faced unprecedented crowds at land checkpoints on Monday night, with wait times exceeding three hours.
Hong Kong celebrated the launch of the Shenzhou-23 mission, featuring the city's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying. The crew, including Lai, Zhu Yangzhu, and Zhang Zhiyuan, departed from Jiuquan, Gansu province, heading to the Gobi Desert launch site. Lai, a police superintendent and mother of three, is the fourth Chinese woman in space and the first female payload specialist.
Hong Kong is forecast to experience a scorching week with temperatures potentially hitting 33°C on four consecutive days, possibly triggering the year's first very hot weather warning. An anticyclone aloft is bringing hot and fine weather to the region.
Nearly 10,000 Hongkongers have received permanent residency in the UK through a special immigration route launched in January 2021. These individuals can apply for British citizenship next year after completing five years of residence.
A six-member team in Hong Kong, launched by RIPHK, provides affordable corpse restoration services for disfigured bodies, aiming to allow the deceased dignified burials and console grieving families. They have handled over 10 cases, including victims of the Tai Po fire.
Hong Kong's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, encouraged young people to pursue their dreams, stating "there must be a better tomorrow" if they work hard and consider their country. She is set to launch to the Tiangong space station on Sunday.
