HONG KONG

Aug 20 2025POLITICS

Standing Up for Rights: Jimmy Lai's Legal Battle in Hong Kong

Jimmy Lai, a well-known media figure in Hong Kong, is currently facing serious charges under the city's national security laws. His lawyer, Robert Pang, has been making a strong case for Lai's actions, arguing that supporting basic rights and freedoms is not a crime. Lai, who is 77 years old, is accused of conspiring with foreign forces and publishing seditious mater...

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Aug 15 2025BUSINESS

How Hong Kong's MTR is Balancing Weather, Profits, and Future Plans

Hong Kong's MTR Corporation has been navigating through a stormy season, both literally and figuratively. The recent weather has been tough, with many black rainstorm warnings and typhoons. Despite this, the MTR has proven to be the most reliable way to get around the city. Bad weather does affect how many people use the trains, but it also brings more shoppers to th...

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

How Nurses See Their Workplace in Public Hospitals

In Hong Kong, nurses' views on their work settings in public hospitals were recently studied. Over a year, nurses from 71 different wards in four hospitals shared their thoughts. They filled out surveys every three months, and the number of participants varied from 604 to 865 each time. The surveys focused on five key areas. Four of these areas scored above 2. 5 on ...

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Jun 02 2025POLITICS

New Global Mediation Group Launched by China and Allies

China has taken a significant step in global diplomacy by forming a new international mediation group. This group, established in Hong Kong, aims to resolve disputes through mediation rather than traditional legal battles. More than 30 countries, ranging from Pakistan to Cuba, have joined China in this initiative. This move highlights China's growing influence, espec...

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May 26 2025EDUCATION

Hong Kong steps up to help students in visa crisis

A recent move by the Trump administration has left many international students in a tough spot. The administration tried to stop Harvard from taking in foreign students, but a court stepped in to pause this decision. This sudden change has caused a lot of uncertainty for students who were planning to study at Harvard. In the middle of this chaos, Hong Kong saw an op...

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May 20 2025FINANCE

The Electric Vehicle Battery Giant's Big Day

Investors are buzzing about the electric vehicle (EV) industry. A major player in this field is Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. This company is known as CATL. It is the world's leading maker of EV batteries. CATL recently made headlines with a significant event. It had a secondary listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This listing was the largest of the ...

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May 20 2025BUSINESS

The Rise of CATL: A Global Power in EV Batteries

The world's leading electric vehicle (EV) battery producer, China's Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Limited (CATL), has started trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This is a significant move, making it the largest initial public offering (IPO) of the year. CATL is no small player. It churns out over a third of all EV batteries sold globally. Big names li...

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May 12 2025BUSINESS

CATL: The Giant Battery Maker's Big Hong Kong Move

CATL, a major player in the electric vehicle (EV) battery industry, is making waves with a significant financial move. The company is planning to raise at least $4 billion through a share sale in Hong Kong. This is set to be the largest share sale in Hong Kong this year. The shares will be priced this week and will start trading on May 20. A prospectus filed with the...

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Mar 22 2025FINANCE

China's Port Sale Stir: BlackRock's Bid Faces Political Heat

The global investment world is abuzz with news that China is not happy about a potential sale. BlackRock, a major U. S. investment firm, is eyeing some key ports. These ports are not just any ports. They are located at both ends of the Panama Canal. The sale could be a game-changer, but China is raising eyebrows. China's government is not keeping quiet. Officials in...

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Feb 22 2025POLITICS

Hong Kong's Democratic Party Calls It Quits

Hong Kong's Democratic Party, once a major player in the city's political scene, has decided to shut down. The party's chair, Lo Kin-hei, made the announcement, pointing to the challenging political climate as the reason behind the decision. This isn't the first time a political group has disbanded in Hong Kong. Many have done so in recent years. The party's member...

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