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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Hong Kong-listed Chinese drug firms set to turn corner on rising sales, licensing deals

Hong Kong-listed Chinese pharmaceutical companies are expected to experience profit growth driven by increased sales of innovative drugs and favorable licensing agreements despite existing pricing challenges.

Mar 1 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

The story of that magical road... where people stand and the city moves!

A unique escalator system in Hong Kong allows residents to stand still while the city moves around them, redefining urban commuting.

Mar 1 โ€ข 02:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Millions of cubic meters of rock extracted from tunnels and construction sites in Hong Kong did not end up as debris: they were reused in landfill projects that created new neighborhoods

Hong Kong has successfully reused millions of cubic meters of rock from underground construction projects to create new neighborhoods and infrastructure, addressing land scarcity in the region.

Mar 1 โ€ข 00:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

The big cornerstone comeback: whatโ€™s driving investors back to Hong Kong IPOs?

Investors are returning to Hong Kong's IPO market after a period of inactivity, reshaping the investment landscape.

Feb 28 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

Hong Kong pianist Aristo Sham brings music โ€“ and a message of openness โ€“ to Washington

Hong Kong pianist Aristo Sham is using his recent Cliburn win and U.S. tour to promote a message of cultural openness amidst geopolitical tensions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 20:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Father of Hong Kong Democracy Activist Sentenced to Imprisonment for Violating National Security Law, Daughter Criticizes as 'Guilt by Association'

The father of a wanted Hong Kong democracy activist was sentenced to eight months in prison for attempting to withdraw funds linked to his daughter's education policy, amid ongoing political repression under the national security law.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Hong Kong 'burns in flames': Fire in 8 towers leaves at least 13 dead and 15 injured (VIDEO)

A massive fire engulfed a complex of eight towers in Hong Kong, resulting in at least 13 fatalities and 15 injuries, as reported by officials from the police and fire department.

Feb 27 โ€ข 03:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

44 Years of 'In the Mood for Love', the Legend Continues

The article reflects on the enduring legacy of actor Tony Leung, who celebrates his 44th year in film while still captivating audiences with his performances.

Feb 26 โ€ข 20:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Hong Kong: pro-democracy ex-magnate Jimmy Lai wins appeal against fraud conviction

Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy ex-magnate from Hong Kong, has successfully won an appeal against a fraud conviction, although he remains sentenced to 20 years in prison for sedition.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

Surprising Decision: The Conviction of Democracy Activist Is Nullified

A Hong Kong court unexpectedly overturned the fraud conviction of democracy activist Jimmy Lai, who is still serving a 20-year sentence for other charges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Court Overturns Fraud Conviction of Apple Daily Founder; Continued Detention for National Security Law Violations

A Hong Kong court has overturned the fraud conviction of Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai, but he remains detained under the National Security Law sentencing.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

โ€˜Father of grapheneโ€™ Andre Geim leaves Britain for chair professorship at HKU

Nobel laureate Andre Geim is leaving the UK to join the University of Hong Kong as a chair professor, citing the city's unique East-West synergy as a draw.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction quashed but he remains in jail

Jimmy Lai, a British pro-democracy campaigner, has had his fraud conviction overturned but continues to serve a 20-year sentence for national security offenses in Hong Kong.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In Hong Kong, democracy activist Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction overturned, still serving another sentence

Hong Kong's appeal court has overturned the fraud conviction of media mogul and democracy activist Jimmy Lai, but he remains imprisoned for other charges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Hong Kong Court Overturns Nearly Six-Year Sentence for Jimmy Lai, but He Remains in Prison

A Hong Kong court has overturned a nearly six-year prison sentence for pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai while he remains incarcerated on other charges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Hong Kong mogul Jimmy Lai won an appeal in a fraud case

Jimmy Lai, the founder of the now-defunct newspaper 'Apple Daily', achieved an unexpected victory in his fraud appeal amidst ongoing legal troubles related to national security charges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

Jimmy Lai has been vindicated

A Hong Kong appeal court has overturned a fraud conviction against media mogul and pro-democracy advocate Jimmy Lai.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Thursday, February 26: This Happened Last Night

A summary of significant events including the overturning of Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction in Hong Kong, the shooting of four in Cuba, Norway's defense ambitions, and Russian attacks on Ukraine.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Hong Kong Court Cancelled One of the Sentences of Media Magnate Lai

A Hong Kong court has annulled one of the sentences against media tycoon Jimmy Lai, amid ongoing legal challenges against him.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Hong Kong Court Overturns Fraud Conviction of Jimmy Lai

The Hong Kong Court of Appeal has overturned media tycoon Jimmy Lai's conviction and sentence for fraud, allowing him to appeal his case.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Hong Kong Court Upholds Jimmy Lai's Appeal โ€“ Overturns Fraud Conviction

A Hong Kong court has upheld an appeal by media mogul Jimmy Lai, overturning his previous conviction for fraud.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Breaking: Pro-democracy Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai's fraud offence overturned

The Hong Kong Court of Appeal has overturned Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction, allowing him to avoid a previous five-year and nine-month jail sentence.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Court of Appeal overturns fraud conviction against Jimmy Lai

A Hong Kong court of appeal has overturned a lower court's conviction against media mogul and democracy advocate Jimmy Lai, impacting both the conviction and sentencing for fraud.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

Hong Kong โ€˜throwsโ€™ Josรฉ Mulino for taking away 2 ports from the Panama Canal: โ€˜Respect the contractsโ€™

The Government of Hong Kong has expressed strong protests to Panama over the control of two ports taken from CK Hutchison, following a Supreme Court ruling in Panama.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Ka Ying Rising, the speed star who reached 18 consecutive wins, challenges the limits and will not be able to have offspring

Ka Ying Rising, a racehorse based in Hong Kong, has set records with 18 consecutive wins but will not be able to breed due to his impressive athletic career.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Why Chinaโ€™s path to โ€˜financial superpowerโ€™ status could begin in Hong Kong

The article discusses how Hong Kong is pivotal to China's ambitions of becoming a financial superpower, particularly through the yuan's internationalization and the city's role in funding and investment activities.

Feb 24 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

World-leading EV motor expert joins Hong Kong PolyU after 38 years in Britain

Zhu Ziqiang, a prominent expert in EV motors, has joined Hong Kong PolyU following nearly four decades in Britain, where he conducted influential research in the field.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

A speedy pardon in the Jimmy Lai case is unlikely

The prospects for a swift pardon for Jimmy Lai appear dim as international advocacy for his release continues amidst ongoing legal complexities.

Feb 24 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In a victory for Trump, Panama takes control of two canal ports operated by a Chinese company

Panama has taken control of two canal ports that were previously operated by a Hong Kong-based company, a move seen as a victory for the Trump administration amidst rising tensions between the US and China.

Feb 23 โ€ข 18:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Panama orders control of canal ports operated by Hong Kong firm after Supreme Court ruling

The Panamanian government has ordered the seizure of two canal ports operated by Hong Kong's CK Hutchison following a Supreme Court ruling declaring their operating concession unconstitutional.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Appeal Dismissed for 12 Democrats: Violation of Hong Kong National Security Law, Preliminary Election is 'Sedition'

A Hong Kong court dismissed the appeals of 12 pro-democracy activists who were convicted under the National Security Law for their involvement in a preliminary election deemed an attempt to subvert the government.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

12 activists imprisoned in the 'Hong Kong 47' case, Amnesty International criticizes the decision

A Hong Kong appeals court has rejected appeals from 12 activists involved in the politically charged 'Hong Kong 47' case, which relates to a conspiracy charge stemming from a 2020 primary election.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
World

Convictions of pro-democracy activists upheld in Hong Kong

A Hong Kong court has upheld the convictions of pro-democracy activists involved in a prominent national security law case.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Rejects appeal for activists in Hong Kong

Eleven pro-democracy activists will not have their case reconsidered in Hong Kong after being sentenced under the national security law.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

Jimmy Lai is risking everything for democracy. We can't ignore what China is doing

The article discusses the sentencing of Hong Kong dissident Jimmy Lai, emphasizing the stakes for democracy in China amidst his punishment.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Thousands of rocks extracted from old tunnels helped create new neighborhoods

Hong Kong has repurposed large volumes of rock extracted from tunnels and underground works to create new neighborhoods and infrastructure.

Feb 21 โ€ข 22:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Person on American Submarine Evacuated off Nuuk

Authorities in Hong Kong will offer to buy out residents' burnt homes following a major fire in November.

Feb 21 โ€ข 21:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Hong Kong will spend billions to buy apartments after deadly fire

Hong Kong authorities are offering to buy damaged homes of residents affected by a deadly fire in a high-rise complex.

Feb 21 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Hong Kong offers to buy burned-out apartments after deadly fire

Hong Kong authorities plan to buy residents' burned-out homes after a deadly fire that occurred in November, which resulted in 168 casualties.

Feb 21 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Hong Kong: Authorities wish to compensate the 1736 owners of apartments destroyed in the deadly fire

Authorities in Hong Kong plan to compensate 1736 owners of apartments destroyed in a tragic fire that claimed 168 lives.

Feb 21 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Buy-out offer for Wang Fuk Court owners in Hong Kong

Hong Kong authorities have announced a buy-out offer for those displaced by the Wang Fuk Court fire, opting for community development over rebuilding the complex.

Feb 21 โ€ข 11:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Hong Kong will buy up homes that were destroyed in last year's deadly fire

Hong Kong authorities plan to spend HKD 4 billion to buy out owners of apartments destroyed in a major skyscraper fire last year.

Feb 21 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

International Reactions to Trump's Global Tariff of 10%

International reactions have emerged following U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to impose a global 10% tariff on most imports, reviving concerns over trade policies.

Feb 21 โ€ข 05:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Navy reservist on active duty accused of murdering wife believed to have fled to Hong Kong

A Navy reservist, David Varela, is suspected of murdering his wife and is believed to have fled to Hong Kong following the discovery of her body in Virginia.

Feb 19 โ€ข 19:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Beat your enemies for โ‚น600! The โ€˜slipperโ€™ business operates on the streets of Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, a unique practice known as 'villain hitting' allows people to pay a small fee to publicly express their frustrations against their adversaries.

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

This Bookseller Doesn't Read the Books She Sells โ€“ Hongkongers are Now Protecting Themselves in Many Ways

A Hong Kong bookseller, Leticia Wong, shares insights on the risks of running an independent bookstore amidst increasing governmental scrutiny in the city, specifically regarding the sale of a book about democracy advocate Jimmy Lai.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

British tourist rampaged with Viagra at Hong Kong airport

A British tourist caused a disturbance at Hong Kong airport while under the influence of Viagra.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The New Year according to the Moon Calendar is celebrated in Asia and around the world

The article discusses the celebration of the Lunar New Year in Asia, focusing on the festivities in China, including advancements in robotics showcased during the event.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Tourist arrested after destroying multiple check-in kiosks in Hong Kong airport rampage

A tourist went on a rampage at Hong Kong International Airport, destroying multiple check-in kiosks with a metal pole, leading to significant damage and his subsequent arrest.

Feb 16 โ€ข 21:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

BREAKING: Brit arrested after 'destroying check-in desks' at Hong Kong airport

A British tourist has been arrested in Hong Kong after allegedly vandalizing multiple self-check-in kiosks at the airport during a rampage.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:29 UTC

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