HK actress known for negative roles plays real heroine in face of mobs
Even with 11 stitches on her head, Celine Ma still feels no regret.
HK man pleads guilty to desecrating national flag, awaits sentence
A man in Hong Kong pleaded guilty to desecrating the national flag on Tuesday at a court in Sha Tin, in a series of recent flag-related offences cases amid the time of Hong Kong unrest since June.
Hong Kong chief executive tackles social, economic woes in policy speech
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor on Wednesday announced a slew of policy initiative to address social and economic challenges in the city and urged society to stop attacking each other and return to normalcy for the sake of Hong Kong's future.
Game removes full-face masks leaving no room for secessionist players
An mobile game changed the way characters wear masks, which many say was because some players in Hong Kong were making use of the game to circulate secessionist slogans.
HK rioters use terror-like phone-powered IED targeting police
An improvised explosive device (IED) linked to a mobile phone exploded Sunday night in Kowloon, the first such case in Hong Kong, police said on Monday.
HKSAR justice secretary says due consideration given to human rights in devising anti-mask regulation
The secretary for justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government stressed on Sunday that the anti-mask regulation will help reduce act of violence and in devising the new regulation the HKSAR government has given due consideration to human rights guarantees.
Chinese netizens hail Apple's removal of app that aids HK rioters
Following massive backlash from the Chinese mainland, US tech giant Apple on Thursday removed a controversial app that can help Hong Kong rioters track police movements.
HKEX drops offer for London Stock Exchange
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) confirmed on Tuesday that it would not proceed with its offer for the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), though it still believes that the combination of the two exchanges is "strategically compelling" and "would create a world-leading market infrastructure group."
Mainland banks condemn HK rioters' damage of ATMs, facilities
Mainland banks and associations in Hong Kong have strongly condemned the protesters who set fire to and vandalized several bank branches amid rampages over the weekend, reiterating that they have significantly contributed to the city's status as a global financial hub.
HKSAR chief executive urges foreign politicians to objectively view Hong Kong situation, stop supporting violence
Chief Executive of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Carrie Lam on Tuesday urged foreign politicians to take an objective view of the current situation in Hong Kong and stop supporting those who are committing violence.
HKSAR official reiterates no forex control in Hong Kong
Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government, said on Sunday that there will be no foreign exchange (forex) control and the HKSAR government is capable to maintain both monetary and financial stability.
Chinese diplomat condemns Houston Rockets manager for erroneous comments on Hong Kong
The Chinese Consulate General in Houston on Sunday condemned the general manager of a US National Basketball Association team for his "erroneous comments" on Hong Kong.
Mask ban 'only timely plan' to quell violence: HK officials
The government's decision to invoke emergency powers to enact the anti-mask law will not affect the city's status as a major financial hub, and there is no other timely plan but to bring in the new law to quell the continuing violence, Hong Kong SAR government officials said on Sunday.
Use of gun followed Police General Orders, needed for self-defense: HK police
A Hong Kong police officer opened fire in Tsuen Wan on Tuesday as his life and those of his colleagues were threatened, and he pulled out his revolver in accordance with Police General Orders, the police said on Wednesday.
HK govt condemns Sunday rampage of violence, arson
Black-clad protesters set fire to places across Hong Kong Sunday, following an illegal gathering kicking off at the Causeway Bay toward Admiralty. Such violent scenarios have continued over past months, putting the city on edge.
China condemns US congressional approval of Hong Kong bill
China's Foreign Ministry expressed its anger and firm opposition to the US approval of the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019.
Desecrating national flag unacceptable: Carrie Lam
"I am pained to learn that juveniles were involved in defacing the flags."
Hong Kong residents condemn vandalism to WWII martyrs' monument
The day before the 88th anniversary of the "September 18 Incident", the start of Japan's invasion of China, several patriotic Hong Kong residents spontaneously organized a clean-up campaign after rioters on Tuesday vandalized the Wu Kau Tang monument, the only state-level monument to commemorate heroes who died in their resistance against Japanese invasion in Hong Kong.
Calvin Klein sparks controversy as employee wears black mask in apparent support of HK rioters
US clothier Calvin Klein is again in trouble on Chinese social media after posts showing one of its employees wearing a black mask during work hours in apparent support of Hong Kong rioters went viral over the weekend.
HK riots go on rampage
Black-clad protesters in Hong Kong again defied a police ban on Sunday, marching from the busy shopping hub of Causeway Bay to Central, vandalized subway facilities and caused some malls and stores to close early amid the tense atmosphere.
Silent Hongkongers awakened by patriotic quick flashing
Hundreds of Hongkongers organized quick flashing on Saturday to show their patriotic sentiment, and in hopes of awakening silent Hongkongers to end the current chaos and bring prosperity back to the city.
HK police recalls clash with rioters, calling end to violence
Hong Kong police officer surnamed Lau on Friday recalled the night he fended off rioters on July 30, saying he did not want to hurt anyone, though he was holding a rifle.
WTA Hong Kong Open is postponed following months of unrest
The WTA Hong Kong Open tennis tournament has been postponed, organizers said on Friday, citing the "present situation" after months of violent protests and unrest .
HK beverage firm faces boycott due to stance on police
A Hong Kong-based food and beverage enterprise, Hung Fook Tong, has been facing a boycott in the Chinese mainland since Monday. The company sparked widespread outrage from netizens over its statement claiming one of its employees' pro-police views were "inappropriate."
Mainland clients seeking IVF services in Taiwan probably to halve after suspension of individual trips
Taiwan's in vitro fertilization (IVF) industry, popular with some mainland patients seeking children, has been hit by suspension of visits for mainland individual trips to the island starting August 1.
Hongkongers visit PLA garrison for Mid-Autumn festival
More than 200 people from different walks of life in Hong Kong visited the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Hong Kong Garrison on Saturday at Stonecutters Island naval base ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival, chinanews.com reported.
Officer injured in knife attack still in ICU: Hong Kong police
The Hong Kong police said at a press conference on Thursday that the police officer injured in a knife attack a week ago is still being treated in ICU.
HK chief announces complete withdrawal of extradition bill as part of efforts to end unrest
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor on Wednesday announced that the regional government will formally withdraw an extradition bill that has been used by radicals as an excuse to start violent protests, in an apparent move to end months of unrest that has rocked the city.
HK chief announces four-action plan to end unrest
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor on Wednesday announced a four-action plan, including formal withdrawal of an extradition bill, and responded to "five demands" made by protesters, in what she calls a starting point for moving the city forward from months of unrest that have "shocked and saddened" Hong Kong residents.
Protesters gather at HK airport despite injunction, ordered to disperse
Radical protesters in Hong Kong again gathered at the Hong Kong International Airport on Sunday despite a court injunction, and police have warned them to leave immediately.
Major Hong Kong trade union urges legislation banning masks during protests
The Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions is urging local government to ban masks at protests and invoke the Emergency Regulations Ordinance to stop escalating violence and chaos in Hong Kong.
PLA garrison in Hong Kong conducts 22nd routine rotation
The Hong Kong Garrison of the Chinese People's Liberation Army conducted the 22nd rotation of its members in the wee hours of Thursday since it began garrisoning Hong Kong in 1997.
Radical protesters 'very small part': Hong Kong senior counsel
Senior Hong Kong lawyers called for peaceful and rational protesters to understand the importance of the 'one country, two systems' principle and separate from radicals as soon as possible to protect the interests of the city and most of its residents.
Hong Kong approves 3 mln grant for Nepal flood victims
The government of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) has approved from the Disaster Relief Fund a grant of about 3 million Hong Kong dollars (about 382,000 US dollars) for flood victims in Nepal.
Chinese mission strongly opposes EU's meddling in Hong Kong affairs
In response to a statement from EU's top diplomat, a spokesperson of the Chinese Mission to the European Union (EU) said on Sunday that China is gravely concerned and strongly opposed to the EU's meddling in Hong Kong affairs.
Chinese netizens sweep Facebook, Instagram to denounce secessionism, support HK police
Amid escalating protests in Hong Kong, Chinese netizens on Saturday swept Facebook and Instagram to denounce secessionist posts and show support for Hong Kong police.
20% HK residents to benefit from a $2.4b economic support package for SMEs and families
The government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) unveiled an economic package worth HK$19.1 billion ($2.44 billion) on Thursday to bolster the city's enterprises and residents to cushion the impact of recent unrest as well as external pressure.
Building Hainan into a free trade port won't strike HKSAR: Chinese officials
China's master plan to build South China's Hainan Province into a free trade port will not have a negative influence on the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) as the two regions have different positions and main industries, and their relations complement rather than rival one another, Chinese officials said.
Netizens call for national security law to bring HK protesters to justice
Chinese netizens have called for the immediate introduction of the national security law to Hong Kong to bring to justice a dozen protesters who asked US troops to "land in" Hong Kong in protest at the national anthem bill, which will receive its second reading on Wednesday.
'Imperative' to plug national security loopholes in HK: spokespersons
Safeguarding national security does not contradict the principles of "one country, two systems," and deliberations on improving the legal system and enforcement mechanisms for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) at the ongoing legislature session are imperative, said the liaison office of the central government in HKSAR and the State Council's Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office on Friday.