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Hong Kong teen dies on 5,276m peak in China’s Sichuan province
The Independent
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July 2, 2025
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The visit of 'Shandong' aircraft carrier to Hong Kong shows 'safe country, sound families': Global Times editorial
Global Times
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This photo shows the aircraft carrier Shandong sailing in Hong Kong waters, South China, July 3, 2025. A fleet of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy led by the aircraft carrier Shandong arrived in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region...
Hong Kong – SHETO celebrates 28th anniversary of establishment of HKSAR in Shanghai (with photos)
Web NewsWire
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July 1, 2025
SHETO celebrates 28th anniversary of establishment of HKSAR in Shanghai (with photos) ************************************************************************************* To celebrate the 28th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong...
Hong Kong school responds after 4 secondary schoolgirls allegedly harassed by men during China study tour
Hong Kong Free Press
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July 2, 2025
A Hong Kong public school has responded after four secondary female students were allegedly harassed by a group of men at a Guangzhou hotel during a compulsory study tour to mainland China. They said teachers had “severely reprimanded” the men...
Hong Kong restaurant Super Star closes last branch, leaving 50 workers in limbo
South China Morning Post
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July 2, 2025
A 36-year-old Hong Kong seafood restaurant chain has abruptly shut down its last remaining branch, leaving about 50 employees in limbo as they seek to recover their unpaid wages. A notice announcing the closure of Super Star Seafood Restaurant was...
Hong Kong marks 28th anniversary of return to motherland in unity, joy
Birmingham Star - Alabama
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Festivities unfolded across all 18 districts, featuring hundreds of vibrant celebrations that attracted both locals and tourists, immersing themselves in the lively spirit of the Pearl of the Orient. HONG KONG, July 2 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong was...
China’s First Home-Built Aircraft Carrier ‘Shandong’ Arrives In Hong Kong
StratNews Global
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July 3, 2025
Home China China’s First Home-Built Aircraft Carrier ‘Shandong’ Arrives In Hong Kong China's first aircraft carrier, the Liaoning, was rebuilt from a decommissioned Soviet naval vessel and visited Hong Kong in 2017. China’s first domestically...
Original 1984 Hermes Birkin bag belonging to the late Jane Birkin becomes most valuable handbag ever as it sells for £8.6million
Daily Mail
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July 10, 2025
Actress Jane Birkin's original Hermes Birkin has sold for £8.6million - becoming the most valuable handbag to ever be sold at auction. The legendary bag, named after the British actress and singer, is now also the second most expensive fashion...
Hong Kong offers Filipino travellers over 150 hot deals through Summer Viva
Travel Daily Media
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July 1, 2025
Filipino travelers heading to Hong Kong from now till the end of August are in for extra perks as the city launches its Summer Viva campaign. The campaign offers travellers more than 150 summer offers and tourist perks across hotels, restaurants,...
Hong Kong's 'National Security' law turns five: 332 arrests and delayed trials
Asia News
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July 1, 2025
In the anniversary of the former British colony's transition to the People's Republic, the Hong Kong Democracy Council takes stock of the repression. Of the 161 convicted, 102 are still serving prison sentences. On 14 August, Jimmy Lai's trial is...
Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong docks in Hong Kong for ceremony
United Press International (UPI)
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Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong docked at Victoria Harbour to allow for a ceremony and visitation of residents on Thursday. Photo by Leung Man Hei/EPA July 3 (UPI) -- Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong docked at Victoria Harbour for a ceremony on...
Rituals marks 20 years of Hong Kong Disneyland with travel exclusive pouch
TR Business
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July 3, 2025
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort fans can enjoy a moment of pampering with the Ritual of Jing Travel Exclusive Pouch. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Rituals Cosmetics has launched an exclusive travel pouch, which is...
Hong Kong teen dies on 5,276-metre peak in Sichuan province
South China Morning Post
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July 1, 2025
Hong Kong’s Immigration Department is assisting the family of a 16-year-old resident who reportedly died while climbing a snow-covered mountain in Sichuan province in mainland China. An image circulating online believed to show an official...
East Bengal to face clubs from Hong Kong, Cambodia in AFC Women’s Champions League prelims
News9 Live
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July 3, 2025
Football News East Bengal won their maiden IWL tirle in 2024-25. @I-League New Delhi: Indian Women’s League champions East Bengal were clubbed with Hong Kong’s Kitchee SC and Cambodia’s Phnom Penh Crown FC in their AFC Champions League preliminary...
Guangdong vehicles to be allowed in Hong Kong’s urban areas from Nov, starting with daily quota of 100
Hong Kong Free Press
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July 3, 2025
Guangdong vehicles will be allowed to drive into Hong Kong’s urban areas from November, the transport and logistics minister Mable Chan has announced. Vehicles in Hong Kong. File photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. The government will initially offer a quota of...
More global talent expected to emerge at World Aquatics Championships in Singapore
The Straits Times
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July 10, 2025
SINGAPORE – While swimming superstars are expected to break records and powerhouses set to dominate across the six disciplines at the July 11-Aug 3 World Aquatics Championships (WCH) in Singapore, there remains scope for surprises with unheralded...
Hong Kong activist Lui Yuk-lin stages solo protest on Handover anniversary
Hong Kong Free Press
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July 1, 2025
Activist Lui Yuk-lin staged a one-person protest in Causeway Bay on Tuesday, as Hong Kong marked the 28th anniversary of its Handover to China with celebrations across the city. Activist Lui Yuk-lin protesting in Victoria Park on July 1, 2025....
New Home Sales and Returning Investors Help Drive Hong Kong Residential Market Transactions
The Slovenia Times
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July 3, 2025
Overall Office Leasing Activity Picks Up, but Grade A Office and Prime Retail High-Street Rents Remain Under Pressure Homebuyers and investors were both active in the Hong Kong residential market in Q2 2025, incentivized by a weakening HIBOR and...
Special Olympics Bharat president Mallika Nadda speaks on India's participation in Gothia Cup 2025
Pennsylvania Sun
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New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Special Olympics Bharat president Dr Mallika Nadda spoke on India's participation in the Gothia Cup 2025, being held at Sweden, the world's largest youth football tournament, saying that the SOB team and an...
Hong Kong police search for motorist over fatal hit-and-run in Yuen Long
South China Morning Post
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July 1, 2025
Hong Kong police are searching for the motorist involved in a suspected hit-and-run in Yuen Long that resulted in the death of a cyclist. A private car was travelling on Long Ping Road in the direction of Tin Shui Wai when the vehicle struck the...