All articles tagged with #hong kong
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Time Out Worldwide
The 2026 best travel destinations include Hong Kong, Udaipur, and Naoshima, highlighted for their cultural, artistic, and luxury developments, alongside a global list of exciting places to visit next year.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Financial Times
The article discusses the phenomenon of 'Insta-friendly' Sunday drivers in Hong Kong, highlighting their impact on local traffic and urban culture, and exploring how social media influences driving behaviors on weekends.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Investor's Business Daily
Baidu's AI chip subsidiary Kunlunxin filed for a Hong Kong IPO, potentially valuing it at up to $23 billion, as Baidu's stock surged on AI sector optimism; the move aims to showcase Kunlunxin's value and attract AI-focused investors amid China's push for domestic AI chip production.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Investing.com
Asian stock markets opened the new year higher, led by gains in Hong Kong and South Korea driven by a rally in technology and semiconductor stocks, amid subdued trading volumes due to holiday closures, with optimism around artificial intelligence fueling the rally.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Euronews.com
Hong Kong marked the New Year without its traditional fireworks display due to a devastating fire in November that killed at least 161 people, leading the city to replace pyrotechnics with a music show and light displays, affecting tourism and reflecting on past tragedies that have canceled fireworks celebrations.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by AP News
Hong Kong celebrated New Year 2026 without fireworks due to a devastating fire in November that caused at least 161 deaths, leading to a shift in festivities towards a music show and light displays, with authorities citing safety concerns and past tragedies as reasons for the cancellation.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by BBC
Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy Hong Kong tycoon, is reportedly suffering severe health issues in prison, including rotting teeth and falling fingernails, raising concerns from his family about his deteriorating condition amid his detention under Hong Kong's national security law. His family and international critics argue that Lai's health is being neglected, while Chinese authorities claim he is in good health. Lai's case has become a focal point in the broader debate over human rights and political repression in Hong Kong, with calls from the UK for his release.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by ABC News
Hong Kong will celebrate the arrival of 2026 without its traditional fireworks display over Victoria Harbor due to a deadly fire in November that resulted in at least 161 deaths, leading to a shift towards a music show and light displays as a somber alternative, reflecting the city's response to the tragedy and its impact on local festivities.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by The Guardian
A collection of impactful photographs from 2025 captures diverse stories worldwide, including a devastating fire in Hong Kong, wildlife in Antarctica, political protests in Nepal, and human struggles in conflict zones, highlighting the power of visual storytelling.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by Financial Times
Jimmy Lai's conviction signals increasing political repression in Hong Kong, raising concerns about the future of free speech and autonomy in the region.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by CNN
Jimmy Lai's daughter expresses devastation over her father's guilty verdict under Hong Kong's national security law, criticizing the legal system's fairness and highlighting his deteriorating health in prison, amid international concern over political repression in Hong Kong.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by The Washington Post
The conviction of Jimmy Lai highlights China's efforts to rewrite Hong Kong's history and suppress dissent, with Lai being sentenced on national security charges amid broader political repression in the city.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Reuters
Hong Kong's leader John Lee reported to Xi Jinping that he raised Jimmy Lai's conviction during their meeting, with Xi encouraging efforts to safeguard national security amid international criticism of Hong Kong's judicial independence and Lai's pro-democracy activism.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Reuters
Chinese AI chip startup Biren Technology plans to launch a Hong Kong IPO in the coming weeks, aiming to raise around $300 million, as part of China's push to develop domestic semiconductor champions amid US export restrictions. The company, valued at about $2 billion, is seeking to expand its funding and market presence, following successful industry peer offerings.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by South China Morning Post
The Chinese foreign ministry in Hong Kong issued a rare open letter defending the guilty verdict of Jimmy Lai, accusing him of colluding with foreign forces to endanger national security and urging international media to present an objective view, criticizing Western outlets for alleged distortions.