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A new shelter for Filipino domestic workers in Hong Kong is ready to open in Tai Po, but it is still waiting for final approval from local authorities. Officials say the facility is designed to support distressed workers and offer safer and more comfortable living conditions during emergencies. The shelter is located in a villa in Tai Po, a residential area in the New Territories of Hong Kong. It has been prepared as a support space for Filipino domestic helpers who may face difficult situations, such as contract disputes, sudden job loss, or personal hardship while working abroad. The plan…

Hotel refund policies and booking change rules are under fresh pressure in Hong Kong after rising complaints from travellers. The city’s consumer watchdog has called on hotels and online booking platforms to clearly explain their rules for refunds, cancellations, and changes. The aim is to reduce confusion and protect customers when plans change suddenly. The request comes from the Hong Kong Consumer Council, which said complaints about accommodation services have remained high in recent years. Many travellers, especially visitors from outside Hong Kong, have reported problems when trying to cancel or change hotel bookings. Some also say they struggled to…

Hong Kong authorities have strongly criticized a recent commentary published by The Washington Post, rejecting claims that recent changes to the city’s national security framework are “repressive” and warning that such descriptions are misleading. The dispute centers on an editorial titled “Hong Kong’s nightmare gets darker,” which examined amendments to the city’s Safeguarding National Security Ordinance. The piece raised concerns about expanded powers under the law and their impact on governance and legal transparency. In response, Hong Kong officials issued a statement late Saturday, calling the commentary “groundless allegations” and defending the legal changes as necessary for maintaining stability and…

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is preparing new measures to strengthen its position as a global financial hub by encouraging more multinational firms to establish corporate treasury centers. The plan includes a pre-approval system designed to give companies clearer guidance on tax benefits before they set up operations in the city. The initiative was outlined by Christopher Hui Ching-yu, who said the goal is to make Hong Kong more attractive for global corporations managing international finances and cash flows. Under the proposed framework, companies would be able to confirm in advance whether they qualify for tax concessions offered by…

Hong Kong faced a day of unstable weather on Saturday as the Hong Kong Observatory issued and then cancelled an amber rainstorm warning twice. The short-lived alerts came as heavy showers and thunderstorms swept across the city under the combined effect of a southwest monsoon trough and a low-pressure system. The amber signal, which is the lowest level in Hong Kong’s three-tier rainstorm warning system, was first issued at 5am. It was cancelled at 8:45am as rainfall eased in the morning. However, the weather quickly changed again. The warning was reissued at 2:15pm before being lifted again at 3:40pm. The…

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group is preparing a major internal reshaping under its new “Geely One Strategy.” The plan will focus company resources on its Hong Kong-listed unit, Geely Automobile Holdings. The move aims to make the group simpler, faster, and more efficient in global operations. The update comes from Chairman Li Shufu, who spoke at an industry forum on Saturday. His comments were reported by Bloomberg and confirmed the company’s long-term plan to restructure its wide network of businesses. Li said the group will shut down, merge, or restructure some of its internal units. This is part of a broader…

Hong Kong is being urged to expand the use of driver-monitoring technology beyond public buses as part of a wider effort to reduce traffic accidents and improve road safety across the city. The call comes as transport authorities consider new measures to strengthen oversight of driver behavior using advanced technology. The Hong Kong Driver Monitoring proposal follows a government plan submitted to the Legislative Council, which aims to introduce mandatory monitoring systems in public buses. Officials are also exploring whether the technology could be extended to other types of vehicles in the future. Industry experts say the initiative could play…

A tragic case in Hong Kong has raised renewed concerns over intense academic pressure faced by students and families, after a mother and her 12-year-old daughter were found dead on the same day in an incident believed to be linked to education-related stress. The Hong Kong Academic Pressure case has shocked the local community, prompting education leaders and mental health advocates to call for stronger support systems for parents and children dealing with academic stress. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths. According to police, a 48-year-old woman died after falling from her apartment in Taikoo Shing on…

US fintech firm iCapital has significantly expanded its presence in Hong Kong, more than doubling its office space as it seeks to capitalize on rising demand for wealth management services across Asia. The company has leased a 9,000 square foot office at One International Finance Centre in Hong Kong’s Central business district, one of the city’s most prestigious financial hubs. The move marks a major upgrade from its previous location at St George’s Building on Ice House Street, also in Central. iCapital, which opened its Hong Kong office five years ago, said the expansion reflects a new phase of growth…

Health authorities in Hong Kong are investigating a cluster of Mpox cases linked to a sauna and fitness club in Mong Kok, as contact tracing efforts continue across the city. The Centre for Health Protection confirmed that at least five cases have been identified in connection with a venue described as a “premier” gay-friendly sauna on Shanghai Street. The cases include two infections previously reported by mainland Chinese health authorities. Officials said the individuals involved had engaged in what they described as “high-risk activities with strangers,” though no further details were provided about the nature of the exposure. The venue,…