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The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority: The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press releases issued by the banks listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which have been rep
China has reminded its officials of their lifelong responsibility for serious environmental damage on their watch, tying green efforts more closely to performance assessments in the country’s push for higher-quality growth. The conditions and potential disciplinary action were outlined in revised rules released on Tues
Most Asian stocks edged higher on Wednesday as oil prices extended a decline on receding concerns about another military flare-up between the United States and Iran, while traders were also nervously awaiting Nvidia's earnings and key US inflation data. In Hong Kong, the benchmark Hang Seng Index put on 0.56 percent to
People in China reacted with frustration and disbelief after American consulates around the world began cancelling immigrant visa interviews – the latest setback for applicants waiting to enter the United States legally. A post by an immigration agent on the Chinese social media platform RedNote claimed that the US con
The Acting Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, today (August 26) officiated at the Award Presentation Ceremony 2026 of the Hong Kong Scholarship for Excellence Scheme (HKSES). Sixty-one students were selected as the 12th cohort of awardees. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr Sze said that education and talent developme
Presented by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and spearheaded and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency of the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the third edition of Hong Kong Fashion Fest will take place from September 1 to 14. The two-week fashion extrava
China warned of reprisals against possible United States sanctions as the Trump administration launched “economic D-Day” in a bid to isolate Iran following six months of military conflict. “China will do everything necessary to firmly safeguard its rights and interests,” foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian told reporte
China has tested a new variant of the YJ-18A anti-ship cruise missile bearing a black stealth coating, according to experts who say the advanced finish on the ship-launched missile will improve its penetration capability. During a missile test in an unknown sea area, a missile was fired from a navy ship’s vertical laun
President Xi Jinping will attend an upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Kyrgyzstan. The Foreign Ministry announced on Wednesday that Xi will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek and pay state visits to Kyrgyzstan and Egypt from August 30 to September 3. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said the pr
The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, visited Sham Shui Po District today (August 26). He toured a public housing estate and an elderly centre to listen to the views of members of the public on the 2026 Policy Address. He also visited the 1823 Contact Centre in Sham Shui Po District. The Secretary for Health, Professor Lo
Following is the speech by the Secretary for Justice, Mr Paul Lam, SC, at the Collaborate2Win seminar on "Hong Kong - A Premier Financial Hub with Common Law Advantages - Your Indispensable Partner for Global Success" co-organised by the Department of Justice and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council in Almaty, Kazak
The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, will announce the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (2026-2030) (Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan) on September 16, and subsequently release the Chief Executive's 2026 Policy Address (Policy Address). Mr Lee said, "B
As Washington increasingly turns away from the multilateral order it once helped build, Beijing is emerging as an advocate of international cooperation and rules-based stability. For some, the real surprise is that China’s rise is not challenging the world order but that its interests align with preserving it. When I m
We have put together stories from our coverage on science from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Chinese team aims to put ‘smart’ diabetes probiotic on US shelves within 2 years Chinese researchers have engineered a probiotic th
In response to the Japanese Government's plan to discharge nuclear-contaminated water at the Fukushima Nuclear Power Station, the Director of Food and Environmental Hygiene issued a Food Safety Order which prohibits all aquatic products, sea salt and seaweeds originating from the 10 metropolis/prefectures, namely Tokyo
Attention TV/radio announcers: Please broadcast the following as soon as possible: Here is an item of interest to swimmers. The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (August 26) that due to inclement weather, the red flag has been hoisted at Tai Po Lung Mei Beach in Tai Po District. Beachgoers are ad
China is drawing up an extensive set of standards for brain-computer interface technology, seeking to accelerate the commercialisation of a field in which Chinese start-ups are increasingly competing with Elon Musk’s Neuralink for global leadership. Under draft guidelines released by the Ministry of Industry and Inform
Since 2001, Apple has been warning its users when they may have been targeted by spyware, using email, iMessage, and banners in their accounts. But in September of this year, The post Apple threat notifications and spyware: what everyone should know appeared first on Access Now .
The effective exchange rate index for the Hong Kong dollar on Monday, August 24, 2026 is 100.5 (same as last Saturday's index). The effective exchange rate index for the Hong Kong dollar on Saturday, August 22, 2026 was 100.5 (same as last Friday's index).
Written by Hsiao-Man Cavalli and Lily Y.H. Lin. This article explores how emotions shape the study of Taiwan’s party politics, examining how researchers’ embodied experiences can deepen understanding of political differences. Through reflections on collaborative research, it highlights how acknowledging emotions foster
XPeng closed a record first funding round for its humanoid robot business of more than $900 million, betting its automotive supply chain gives it an edge in scaled robot production.
The founder and chairman of mainland jewellery maker, Laopu Gold, said he's confident that a recent rebound in bullion prices would boost the company's financial results in the second half of 2026. The comments by Xu Gaoming came after the firm on Tuesday reported an 88.2 percent jump in interim net profit to 4.27 bill
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged China to play a “strong diplomatic role” to help end the war between Russia and Ukraine, bolstering his call by highlighting national day congratulations from Chinese President Xi Jinping. “We count on further cooperation and on China playing a strong diplomatic role in
The Transport Department (TD) today (August 26) alerted members of the public to fraudulent mobile apps purported to be from the TD. The public should not download fraudulent government apps from unofficial means, nor respond to or provide any personal information. The case will be referred to the Police for follow-up.
Police today (August 26) appealed to the public for information on a man who went missing in Sha Tin. Chiu Tak-cheung, aged 71, went missing after he left his residence on Siu Lek Yuen Road yesterday (August 25) morning. His family made a report to Police today. He is about 1.7 metres tall, around 59 kilograms in weigh
The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority: The Northern Metropolis Financial Advisory Taskforce (Taskforce), jointly established by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and The Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB), convened its second meeting today (August 26) to explore how the banking
A senior news editor at Hong Kong’s government-funded broadcaster has been sentenced to 160 hours of community service after pleading guilty to filming up a women’s skirt in Mong Kok last year. Chong Tak-yin, an Assistant Chief Assignment Editor at Radio Television Hong Kong’s Chinese-language news and current affairs