The Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong launched a series of bilingual children's books last Sunday to commemorate Philippine Literature Month, aiming to promote literacy and cultural exchange. This remarkable collection comprises 12 books, published by Room To Read Hong...
Tai chi, the ancient Chinese martial art performed as a low-impact exercise, could help improve the one-year survival rate for patients with advanced cancer, according to a new study from the University of Hong Kong's medical school. The four-year research...
The Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre (KITEC), a landmark venue for major exhibitions, concerts and events in Hong Kong, will shut its doors permanently on June 30 after over two decades of operations. Commercial tenants at the 1.76 million-square-foot...
Taiwan was jolted by a series of at least 10 earthquakes in the early hours of Saturday, with the strongest registering a magnitude of 6.1, according to the island's Central Weather Administration. Though the quakes triggered mobile phone alarms...
In a bid to combat the growing prevalence of gum disease among Hong Kong's adult population, the Hong Kong Dental Association is offering free dental checks to 100,000 people during Oral Health Week, which runs from May 9 to...
As Hong Kong marks International Labor Day, the Asian Migrants Coordinating Body (AMCB-IMA HK) is calling for an end to discrimination and better working conditions for migrant domestic workers, who have long been subjected to poor treatment and unfair...
Asia was the global region hit hardest by climate change, extreme weather and water-related hazards last year, the United Nations weather agency said Tuesday, detailing a litany of deaths and destruction caused by record heat, drought and floods exacerbated...
TikTok's CEO defiantly vowed Wednesday to keep operating in the United States after President Joe Biden signed legislation that could ultimately ban the wildly popular video-sharing app because of national security concerns over data privacy. Shou Zi Chew, the TikTok...
HONG KONG - A revitalized night market along Hong Kong's iconic Temple Street has drawn over 1.5 million visitors in just five months, prompting authorities to extend its run through the end of the year as part of continued...
Hong Kong's restaurants are facing challenges in transitioning to eco-friendly alternatives following the recent ban on single-use plastics. On Monday, the ban came into effect, prohibiting the use of disposable plastics such as straws and utensils. However, many restaurants...