Hong Kong
Ronaldo given hero’s welcome as Al Nassr edge Al Ittihad in Hong Kong
Cristiano Ronaldo received a rapturous reception in Hong Kong on Tuesday as he helped Al Nassr to a 2-1 Saudi Super Cup victory over Al Ittihad, in stark contrast to the backlash Lionel Messi faced at the same venue last year. The 40-year-old former Manchester United and Real Madrid legend set up the decisive goal, […]
Pro-democracy activists granted asylum in Australia and Britain
Two prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy activists, Tony Chung and Ted Hui, have been granted asylum in Britain and Australia, respectively. Chung, who advocated for Hong Kong’s independence, was sentenced to almost four years in prison for secession and money laundering in 2020. Hui, a former lawmaker, faced trial for his role in the 2019 anti-government […]
Hong Kong Cancels Passports of Overseas Activists
The Hong Kong government has cancelled the passports of 12 activists based overseas and banned individuals from providing financial support or leasing property to 16 “absconders” in its latest crackdown on activities that it claims pose threats to national security. The move is part of a broader effort to suppress dissent and opposition in the […]
UK Blasts Hong Kong Rewards for Help to Catch Activists Overseas
The United Kingdom has strongly condemned Hong Kong authorities for offering payments in exchange for assisting in the arrest of pro-democracy activists living in Britain. Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper issued a joint statement, calling on China to stop targeting opposition voices in Britain. “The Hong Kong Police Force’s issuing of […]
UK Moves to Reinstate Extradition Deal with Hong Kong
The United Kingdom government is planning to reinstate extradition cooperation with Hong Kong, which was suspended five years ago due to concerns about the city’s Chinese national security laws. The Home Office applied to Parliament to make the changes on July 17, followed by a letter to Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp the next day. […]
Typhoon Wipha Brings Chaos to Hong Kong and Southern China
Typhoon Wipha has made landfall in southern China, bringing destructive winds and heavy rainfall to the region. Hong Kong has issued its highest tropical cyclone warning, with authorities cancelling classes and grounding hundreds of flights and other transport services. The typhoon has also affected the Philippines, causing widespread damage and displacement. The Hong Kong observatory […]
Man Utd to Play May Friendlies in Malaysia, Hong Kong
Manchester United has announced that they will play two friendly matches in Malaysia and Hong Kong in May, just days after the conclusion of the Premier League season. The Red Devils will face an ASEAN All-Star XI team in Kuala Lumpur on May 28 and the Hong Kong representatives on May 30. This tour marks […]
North London Derby Heads to Hong Kong: Arsenal vs Tottenham
Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are set to take their rivalry to Hong Kong, with the two teams scheduled to face off in a friendly match in the Asian city. The match, which will take place on May 19, will be the first time the two teams have met in Hong Kong. “We are thrilled to […]
Veteran Hong Kong Democrat and 6 Others Sentenced to Prison for 2019 Rioting Incident
A Hong Kong court has sentenced veteran democrat Lam Cheuk-ting and six others to jail terms for rioting, following a 2019 incident where they were attacked by a white-shirted mob. The attack occurred on July 21, 2019, at the Yuen Long MTR station, where over 100 men stormed the area, assaulting passers-by and journalists. Twelve […]
Hong Kong Main Opposition Party To Be Dissolve After 31 years
Hong Kong’s main opposition party, the Democratic Party, is expected to dissolve this year, 2025, after 31 years of existence. The party, once the flagship of the pro-democracy camp, has been struggling to operate under the national security law imposed by Beijing. The Civic Party, another prominent pro-democracy party, had already dissolved in May 2023 […]