Chinese University of Hong Kong President Dennis Lo, a pioneer in non-invasive prenatal testing, downplays Nobel Prize speculation, focusing instead on his scientific work and team.
CUHK President Dennis Lo Yuk-ming stated the pathway for re-establishing a central student union remains open via legal registration and pushed back against overreliance on mainland student intake.
AI firm Moonshot aims to raise capital at a valuation of up to US$50 billion in a pre-IPO funding round, following a US$30 billion valuation last month.
17-year-old Jeremy Monga, bought by Manchester City for £12.5m, attributes his rapid Premier League ascent to skills honed playing cage football in Coventry.
An insider suggests the University of Hong Kong needs a new leader with a fresh mindset to drive change, particularly regarding the Northern Metropolis megaproject and leveraging technology. The current president's contract expires in two years.
Türkiye, 21 Temmuz'da ASEAN nezdinde diyalog ortağı statüsü kazanarak ABD, Çin ve Rusya gibi ülkelerin yer aldığı gruba katıldı. South China Morning Post'un analizine göre bu adım, Türkiye'nin kendisini "orta güç" olarak konumlandırma ve stratejik özerkliğini güçlendirme vizyonunun bir parçasıdır. Dışişleri Bakanı Hakan Fidan, ASEAN ile ticaret hacminin 16 milyar dolara ulaştığını belirtti.
A Hong Kong fertility clinic employee is wanted by police for allegedly lying to cover up a mistake involving mixed-up embryo biopsy specimens. The Malaysian worker was interviewed, left Hong Kong, resigned, and is now on a wanted list for fraud.
Hong Kong's Fire Services Department concluded its investigation into the Wang Fuk Court inferno, referring contractors China Status Development and Engineering and Victory Fire Engineering to a disciplinary board for alleged negligence in deactivating fire systems. Both firms reportedly continue operations.
Antoine Semenyo, rejected by multiple clubs including Crystal Palace at 15, overcame early career setbacks to become a key player for Manchester City. After a £65 million transfer from Bournemouth in January, he scored the winning goal in May's FA Cup final against Chelsea.
Hong Kong travellers are increasingly choosing mainland China for long-haul transit to Europe, avoiding Middle Eastern routes due to safety concerns from the US-Israel war on Iran and higher airfares. This shift has led to group discounts from mainland airlines, with some routes offering cheaper fares.
A 59-year-old triathlon participant in Hong Kong was found dead after going missing during the swimming leg of the 2026 Summer Triathlon Challenge amid an amber rainstorm warning. Rescue efforts located him hours later.
Rosewood Hotel Group will proceed with its plan to transfer operations of the Town Club in Central to Carlyle & Co on August 8, despite escalating opposition from Hong Kong Golf & Tennis Academy members. Members, who paid up to HK$2.68 million for perpetual memberships, are pursuing various avenues to oppose the takeover.
Hong Kong emergency services are searching for a 59-year-old man who went missing during the swim leg of the 2026 Summer Triathlon Challenge at Tai Mei Tuk Water Sports Centre in Tai Po on Sunday, amid an amber rainstorm warning.
Chinese tech investors are receiving stern warnings against using leverage and blindly chasing hot topics after the US-based AI hedge fund Situational Awareness collapsed, offloading billions in tech shares at a steep discount due to AI stock volatility and unmet collateral demands.
Italian fencer Filippo Macchi reflected on his team's World Championships foil victory in Hong Kong and his individual silver medal, recalling his 2020 Olympic loss to Cheung Ka-long. He expressed determination despite past disappointments, as Italy celebrated its dominance.
Hong Kong seeks to become a permanent host for fencing's elite Grand Prix circuit, with an inaugural event in May. The city replaced Shanghai due to declining standards, and FIE officials praised Hong Kong's World Championships staging, seeing it as a logical Asian option.
Hong Kong to launch revamped Huanggang Port border crossing in September under a new joint inspection model, with drills starting next month following legislative approval for a co-location arrangement with Shenzhen.
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) announced immediate reductions in market-capitalisation requirements for start-ups, international firms, and WVR companies, aiming to attract more innovative companies globally to list in Hong Kong.
The number of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) fighter jets detected near Taiwan in the first half of this year more than halved compared to last year, marking a three-year low in operational tempo. No large-scale drills were staged, a first since 2022.
Hong Kong's Chief Justice Andrew Cheung Kui-nung will issue a serious reprimand to High Court judge Wilson Chan Ka-shun for extensive plagiarism, requiring him to undergo targeted training. This marks at least his seventh instance of copying, leading to previous adjustments in his judicial duties.
Hong Kong's July rainfall has already surpassed typical levels by 23%, with a meteorologist warning of more extreme downpours due to global warming. The Observatory expects further rainstorms this weekend as a tropical cyclone approaches, following weeks of heavy rain and numerous warnings.
Booksellers at a seven-day event, likely the Hong Kong Book Fair, reported dampened business due to shifting consumer habits and unstable weather. Sally Ng Wai-shan, an editor at Match Media, estimated overall sales could drop by 30 to 40 per cent, noting significantly reduced foot traffic compared to last year's already subdued levels. An SCMP reporter observed fewer visitors carrying purchases, highlighting a stark contrast to past bustling fairs.
Hong Kong's first-time lawmakers in the eighth Legislative Council have submitted fewer questions to the government compared to veterans but recorded higher attendance. Political observers suggest this reflects a balance between respecting the executive-led system and providing checks.
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) is expected to announce confidential filing and lower market capitalization requirements for listings by the end of this month, following months of consultations with market participants.
