Devastating Floods and Landslides Claim 66 Lives in Nepal
KATHMANDU, Nepal — Heavy monsoon rains have unleashed catastrophic flooding and landslides across Nepal, resulting in at least 66 confirmed deaths and leaving 69...
Rare Waterspout Spotted in Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour
In a rare weather event, a waterspout was spotted in Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong on Saturday, the first such sighting since the Hong...
Manila Braces For Potential Mass Evacuation Of Filipinos From Lebanon
MANILA, Philippines – As the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah intensifies in Lebanon, the Philippine government is seriously considering raising the alert level and...
Panda-monium Hits Hong Kong!
HONG KONG - Hong Kong is aiming to ride the recent surge in panda popularity to promote a "panda economy" in the city, according...
Minimum Wage for Foreign Domestic Helpers Raised to HK$4,990 , Food Allowance Unchanged
The Hong Kong government announced Friday a 2.5% increase in the minimum wage for foreign domestic helpers, raising their monthly pay to HK$4,990 (US$637)...
Filipino Caregivers in South Korea Warned to Follow Immigration Laws After Two Go Missing
MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine government on Friday urged Filipino caregivers working in South Korea to strictly follow that country's immigration laws, after two...
Filipino Seafarers Honored as Philippines Celebrates World Maritime Week
MANILA – The Philippine government celebrated the vital contributions of Filipino seafarers as the country marked World Maritime Week on Friday.
At a special event...
Hong Kong Urged to Enhance Muslim-Friendly Tourism
To bolster its appeal as a Muslim-friendly destination, Hong Kong should increase halal dining options and develop Islamic-focused travel itineraries, the Democratic Alliance for...
Philippines Renews Call for Release of Seafarers Held Captive by Houthi Militia
MANILA — The Philippine government has renewed its appeal for the immediate release of the crew of MV Galaxy Leader, held captive by Yemen's...
Giant Pandas Set to Delight Visitors at Ocean Park in December
The beloved giant pandas An An and Ke Ke are expected to make their public debut at Hong Kong's Ocean Park in December, thrilling...
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