Hong Kong’s leading press group can mount a legal challenge to the Transport Department’s new policy restricting media access to vehicle ownership records, a High Court judge has ruled. Judge Russell Coleman handed down his judgement on Wednesday, approving the application by the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) for a judicial review of the policy. […]
A fundraising concert organised by the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) has been forced to move online, after the live performance was axed due to “irresistible force,” the press group said. HKJA announced on Wednesday that the live concert scheduled for Sunday would take place online on May 8, after the show was called off […]
PRESS RELEASE. Excitement is brewing in the heart of Asia as Hong Kong regulators pave the way for a new era of innovation with the recent approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This groundbreaking development underscores Hong Kong’s commitment to becoming a regulated hub for Bitcoin. At the same time, the Bitcoin Conference is […]
Journalists have good reason to be skeptical of TikTok, but a government ban on the app could empower the government to censor or outlaw news outlets, too. Public domain image via Flickr. On Wednesday, President Biden signed legislation that would force the Chinese-based owner of TikTok to sell the app or face a ban in the United States.We’re not here to tell journalists — or anyone else — to use TikTok. (Though if you do, be sure to check out our security tips for...
Beijing's increasing influence has led to speculation that Hong Kong's days of an independent football scene are numbered.
The U.S. Embassy for Afghanistan has underscored press freedom in a fresh note regarding Afghanistan. The U.S. Embassy Office for Afghanistan, based in Doha, tweeted on Monday, April 29th, on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day: “We must ensure that every opinion is voiced and every perspective is heard.” Every year, May 3rd is […]
The Chinese National Immigration Administration announced on Sunday that it is simplifying and extending the business visa process for residents traveling to Hong Kong and Macau. The duration of visas
After winning the Grand National last Saturday, Willie Mullins takes aim at the Scottish National at Ayr this weekend in the hope of winning the British Trainers Championship for the first time. The Scottish Champion Hurdle also takes place on Saturday. Newbury is the venue for three important Group 3 races and the Spring Cup, []
The final day of the jumps season still has one big question to answer as three trainers can still finish at the top of the tree. Willie Mullins, Dan Skelton and reigning champion Paul Nicholls all go into Saturday at Sandown with chances of becoming champion trainer where we hope to see Jonbon taking on []
Major stock indexes in the Asia-Pacific region traded higher on Monday with Hong Kong's Hang Seng index adding over 2% after The People's Bank of China (PBoC) decided to keep its interest rate
All the signs are pointing to a revival of Chinese stocks. Benchmarks in Hong Kong are having their best week in years.
All the signs are pointing to a revival of Chinese stocks. Benchmarks in Hong Kong are having their best week in years.