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British tourist damages kiosks at Hong Kong International Airport, could face up to 10 years in prison
February 18, 2026 6:08 pm
The unnamed UK man is first seen pushing the machines over one after another before forcefully slamming them onto the floor.
The World This Week | US revises interim trade deal fact sheet, BNP wins Bangladesh elections, and Apple Daily founder sentenced to 20 years
February 14, 2026 9:34 pm
From the White House revising its fact sheet on the India-US interim trade deal to the Bangladesh general elections, here is a look at some of the major global events that took place this week.
How Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai's imprisonment points to China's tightening grip
February 10, 2026 1:11 pm
Many view the targeting of Jimmy Lai as part of a repressive campaign under Xi. Lai is among the many influential figures who have fallen prey to Beijing's bid to cut out what it calls 'foreign influence'.
What to know about Jimmy Lai's Hong Kong journey from media mogul and activist to convict
February 09, 2026 4:12 pm
Former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai has become what observers say is a symbol of the 2020 crackdown on press freedoms in Hong Kong
2025's top moments: Trump’s inauguration, India’s space milestones, Coldplay’s viral 'kiss cam' and more
December 31, 2025 10:03 pm
2025 was a year defined by contrasts power shifts on the world stage, giant leaps in space, and a viral moment no one saw coming.
Pune Army colonel's credit card charged for Rs 3.8 lakh to Hong Kong hotel in fake traffic challan fraud
December 18, 2025 5:57 pm
The colonel, who is in his late 40s and posted with a defence establishment in Pune, was directed to a message stating that a Rs 590 payment for a traffic violation challan for his vehicle was pending.
In Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai’s conviction, role of China’s National Security Law
December 17, 2025 7:43 am
The law is among the various institutional changes that China has introduced to the city in recent years. Lai’s trial became a test of whether editorial direction could constitute criminal conspiracy.
Former Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai convicted in landmark national security trial
December 16, 2025 11:55 am
Lai could face life in prison Lai, the founder of the now-defunct pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily, will be sentenced on a later day. He faces up to life in prison.
Hong Kong election defies expectations of turnout drop amid anger over deadly fire
December 08, 2025 12:27 am
Beijing's national security office in Hong Kong has said it would crack down on any "anti-China" protest in the wake of the fire and warned against using the disaster to "disrupt Hong Kong".
China This Week | Macron in China, Hong Kong votes, and recalling Nanjing Massacre
December 07, 2025 8:43 pm
Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. In this edition, we recap the French President’s visit, the low turnout for Hong Kong elections, and continued Japan-China troubles.
HONG KONG PHOTOS
In pictures | Hong Kong’s first pyrotechnic drone show for panda conservation
December 29, 2024 1:45 am
The 10-minute show featured 1,000 drones, some equipped with fireworks, creating dazzling visuals in the night sky.
Hong Kong crackdown: 45 pro-democracy activists sentenced under national security law
November 19, 2024 3:56 pm
While some activists expressed remorse and offered apologies, others maintained their defiance. Defense lawyers countered that numerous defendants had genuinely believed their actions were lawful at the time, highlighting the complexities of the case.
Tourists throng tiny Cheung Chau island for Hong Kong's colourful bun festival
May 15, 2024 10:46 pm
The colour-filled 2024 Bun Carnival in the Hong Kong's island of Cheung Chau will be held 7-16 May.
Hong Kong's colourful Bun Festival returns after Covid-19 cancellations
May 28, 2023 5:04 pm
It was suspended for decades after an accident in 1978 when a collapse injured many, and only restarted in 2005.After Covid-19, the bun scramble has returned, but for this year, it’s limited to one smaller tower. The festival's comeback is a sign that normal life is returning to Hong Kong after its tight pandemic restrictions.
Hong Kong's 'villain hitting' ritual draws crowds
March 15, 2023 1:16 pm
The ritual is particularly popular in March because some people believe that the best day to perform it falls on "ging zat,” as pronounced in Cantonese, a day on the Chinese lunar calendar that literally means “awakening of insects." This year, “ging zat” fell on March 6.
In photos: Hong Kong marks 25th handover anniversary
July 01, 2022 2:39 pm
July 1 marks the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's 1997 handover from British to Chinese rule.
Hong Kong’s famous Peak Tram closes for remodel; see pics
July 03, 2021 10:10 am
Enthusiasts have been rushing to the Peak Tram for one last ride before it closes for renovations.
Hong Kong bids goodbye to pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily, people line up for last copies
June 24, 2021 8:44 pm
Apple Daily, Hong Kong's only pro-democracy newspaper, published its last edition on June 24. It was forced to shut down after five editors and executives were arrested and assets worth millions of dollars were frozen as part of China's crackdown on dissent in Hong Kong.
Art Basel Hong Kong returns after pandemic hiatus
May 22, 2021 2:11 pm
Art Basel Hong Kong was back for its ninth edition after the event was cancelled last year because of the pandemic. A visitor admires "Spanish Gold to Pagan Gold" by British-Indian sculptor Anish Kapoor. (Photo and text: AP)
Pro-Beijing committee to elect some Hong Kong legislators
March 05, 2021 6:22 pm
The draft decision to revamp Hong Kong's electoral system comes after Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement gained traction in recent years as Beijing tightened its control over the city.
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