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Hong Kong-Macao Visual Art Biennale 2024: A Dialogue Between Tradition and Modernity Kicks Off in Hangzhou

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The 2024 Hong Kong-Macao Visual Art Biennale opened in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, under the theme of “integration and dialogue,” presenting a diverse artistic showcase that bridges tradition and modernity. This cultural event, featuring young artists from Hong Kong, Macao, and Zhejiang, offers audiences a chance to explore the dynamic interplay between Eastern and Western influences, … Read more

Toy Giant Shuts Down After 75 Years in Hong Kong, Offering Inventory to Other Vendors

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After about 75 years in business, the Oriental Trading Company Hong Kong Limited, a long-standing toy giant, is shutting down, much to the sadness of Hong Kong residents who fondly remember the company for shaping their childhoods. The closure was announced through a social media post by reseller Tai Fook Hong, revealing that the toy … Read more

Panda Twins Born in Hong Kong: A Historic Milestone for HKSAR

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Ying Ying and Le Le

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government joyfully announced the birth of panda twins early Thursday morning, marking a significant milestone for the city. The newborn pandas, a male and a female, are the offspring of Ying Ying and Le Le, giant pandas gifted to Hong Kong by the central government in 2007. These … Read more

Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal Upholds Convictions of Jimmy Lai and Former Lawmakers

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Hong Kong Court Upholds Jimmy Lai Conviction Appeal The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal dismissed appeals on Monday by former media tycoon Jimmy Lai Chee-ying and six former lawmakers. They sought to overturn their convictions related to an unauthorized assembly during the 2019 social unrest. This decision underscores the complexities of the Jimmy Lai conviction … Read more

Mainland Chinese Tourists Flock to Hong Kong Courts, Often Ignoring Photography Ban

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Hong Kong courts have become popular tourist spots among mainland Chinese visitors, but some appear to have overlooked the law by snapping pictures inside the premises, the Post has found. Over the past nine months, accounts on the social media platform Xiaohongshu have posted photos of courtrooms in the High Court and shared tips on … Read more

Alibaba Injects $640 Million to Revive Hong Kong’s Entertainment Powerhouse

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Chinese tech giant Alibaba is injecting $640 million (HK$5 billion) into Hong Kong’s entertainment industry over the next five years, aiming to reignite the territory’s cultural and film scene. This significant investment goes beyond just cash. Alibaba’s digital media and entertainment arm is spearheading the initiative, allocating funds to support Hong Kong-produced television dramas, movies, … Read more

Hong Kong Bankers Outpace Singaporean Peers with 46% Salary Advantage

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Hong Kong’s bankers enjoy significantly higher salaries compared to their counterparts in Singapore. A recent report by Bloomberg Intelligence revealed that Hong Kong-based investment banking analysts earn an average of 46% more than their peers in the Lion City. This trend extends to associates, who command nearly 36% higher salaries in Hong Kong. Several factors … Read more

Bridging Borders with a Smart Touch: Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Streamlines Customs

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The iconic Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) is taking passenger experience to the next level with a suite of smart services and seamless procedures. As tourism and cargo traffic increase, the bridge’s customs authorities are ensuring efficient and touchless crossings through innovative measures. Joint Inspections, Smoother Flow: Imagine saying goodbye to repetitive customs checks. HZMB has … Read more