Tag: Hong Kong
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Hong Kong Unemployment Holds at 3.8% as Economic Expansion Stays Solid
Overview: Unchanged Jobless Rate amid steady expansion Hong Kong’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in the latest three-month period, even as the economy continued to expand at a solid pace. The preliminary figures from the Census and Statistics Department show that while the jobless rate did not move, both the labour force and total…
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Hong Kong Unemployment Holds at 3.8% as Economy Maintains Momentum
HK jobless rate unchanged at 3.8% amid solid growth Hong Kong’s unemployment rate remained steady at 3.8% in the latest three-month period, even as the labour market saw a small contraction in both the number of people seeking work and total employment. The preliminary figures released by the Census and Statistics Department point to a…
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Kiwi Superstars Strike Gold at Hong Kong’s Richest Raceday
Kiwi Power Meets Hong Kong Glamour Hong Kong’s richest raceday lived up to its billing as a showcase of international talent, with Kiwi superstars stealing the spotlight. On a card that mixed speed, stamina, and precision, two New Zealand-acquired battlers seized golden moments that will resonate long after the crowd thins. Ka Ying Rising, the…
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Asia’s Rich Drive $200 Billion Revival in Complex Equity Notes
Record Revival: A New Wave of Complex Equity Notes The wealthiest households in Asia are fueling a dramatic comeback of complex equity notes tied to stocks in Hong Kong and Singapore. After years of painful losses from similar products, an array of structured notes now commands a record level of attention and capital. The latest…
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Four Dead After Fire Engulfs Residential High-Rise in Hong Kong’s Tai Po
Tragic blaze devastates Tai Po residential complex A devastating fire ripped through several high-rise towers in a residential complex in Hong Kong’s northern Tai Po district, leaving at least four people dead. Thick grey smoke streamed from the upper floors as firefighters and emergency crews battled the flames for hours. The incident is among the…
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Adoption Hope: Stephen Fung and Shu Qi Open to Growing Family
Introduction: A Ten-Year Wait for Family Plans Stephen Fung and Shu Qi, one of Hong Kong and Taiwan’s most enduring celebrity couples, have spent close to a decade married without a public plan for children. Recent conversations in the media reveal a shift in their family goals, with Shu Qi expressing openness to motherhood and…
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Power Bank Overheats on Scoot Flight: Cabin Crew Extinguish Small Fire
Incident Overview A Scoot flight from Hong Kong to Singapore encountered a small in-cabin fire on Saturday, November 22, after a passenger’s power bank overheated. The incident was captured by a passenger who posted video footage on the social media platform Xiaohongshu, showing cabin crew members taking swift action to control the blaze. What Happened…
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Scoot Flight Fire: Power Bank Overheats, Cabin Crew Extinguishes Blaze
Overview of the Incident A Scoot flight traveling from Hong Kong to Singapore experienced a small onboard fire on Saturday, November 22, after a passenger’s power bank overheated. The blaze was promptly extinguished by cabin crew, and there were no reports of injuries or major disruptions to the journey. What Happened Details circulating on social…
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Singaporean Stars Honor Benz Hui at Hong Kong Funeral
Singaporean Figures Attend Benz Hui’s Hong Kong Funeral Singaporean public life intersected with Hong Kong cinema on November 18 as prominent local figures attended the funeral of Benz Hui, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in crime thrillers and television series such as Line Walker. Among the mourners were former Singaporean Member of Parliament…
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Lee Bee Wah, Collin Chee Attend Benz Hui’s Funeral in Hong Kong
Singaporean Public Figures Attend Benz Hui’s Hong Kong Funeral Singapore’s political and entertainment circles came together in Hong Kong on November 18 to pay their respects to Benz Hui, the acclaimed Hong Kong actor best known for his role in the crime thriller Line Walker. Among the mourners were former Singaporean MP Lee Bee Wah…