June Mar Fajardo Claims Eighth MVP Title at PBA Leo Awards
MANILA – In a dazzling display of talent and determination, June Mar Fajardo has reaffirmed his dominance in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) by clinching his eighth Most Valuable Player (MVP) award during the Leo Awards held at Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City on Sunday. Fajardo, a towering center for San Miguel, led the league in statistical points (SPs)...
Authorities Warn Public of Fake Police Websites
The Hong Kong Police Force issued a public alert today regarding four fraudulent websites that falsely claim to represent the police. These sites, which are solely in English, offer misleading services including "Case Status," "Launch Case," and "Officer Directory" in an attempt to gather personal data from unsuspecting users. The identified fraudulent websites include: https://96o.1ss5623.com https://joshhyoung.icu https://amylfraser.xyz https://tiaflowe.icu Authorities emphasize that these sites have no...
Hong Kong Braces for Weekend Thunderstorm
Residents of Hong Kong should prepare for a wet weekend as showers and thunderstorms are expected due to a broad trough of low pressure affecting the region. The Hong Kong Observatory issued an amber rainstorm warning early Saturday morning, signaling potential hazardous weather conditions. The warning was announced at 5:35 a.m. and later lifted at 10:55 a.m. However, the city...
Hong Kong Immigration Arrests Trio Posing as Tourists for Photography Services
In a crackdown on illegal employment practices, the Immigration Department announced Friday the arrest of three mainland Chinese nationals who allegedly entered Hong Kong under the pretense of tourism to offer unauthorized photography services. The suspects, a man and two women aged between 25 and 30, were detained after a sting operation where department officials posed as potential clients. The...
Hong Kong Athletes Set Ambitious Goals for Paralympic Games in Paris
A determined contingent of 23 athletes from Hong Kong is gearing up for the upcoming Paralympic Games in Paris, with aspirations to elevate their performances across eight sports, including archery, boccia, and wheelchair fencing. Among the competitors is badminton star Daniel Chan, who will compete in the men’s singles. After securing a bronze medal at the Tokyo Paralympics in 2020,...
Ocean Park Takes Steps to Ensure Survival of Newborn Panda Twins
Ocean Park is committed to the survival of its newborn giant panda twins, with a dedicated team of experts monitoring the cubs around the clock. The park announced its efforts at a press briefing on Friday, just a day after the twins were born. Howard Chuk, head of Zoological Operations and Conservation at Ocean Park, emphasized that the twins have...
Hong Kong Welcomes First-Ever Baby Panda Twins
In a heartwarming turn of events, Ocean Park Hong Kong announced the birth of the city’s first-ever giant panda twins, born early Thursday morning to Ying Ying and Le Le. The cubs, one male and one female, arrived after Ying Ying successfully mated in March, marking a significant milestone for both the park and the species. In a remarkable display...
Tram Driver Arrested For Reckless Driving After Fatal Crash in Kennedy Town
Authorities have arrested the driver of a tram involved in a tragic accident that resulted in the death of a three-year-old girl in the Western District on Thursday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 10:40 a.m. as the tram was traveling eastbound along Praya, Kennedy Town. As it approached a pedestrian crossing near Des Voeux Road West, it struck four...
Oxfam Data Breach Highlights Critical Cybersecurity Risks for NGOs
In the wake of a significant data breach affecting Oxfam Hong Kong, an IT expert is sounding the alarm for non-governmental organizations (NGOs), schools, and hospitals to bolster their cybersecurity measures. Francis Fong, honorary president of the Hong Kong Information Technology Federation, emphasized the pressing need for increased spending on cybersecurity during a Thursday interview with RTHK. The warning follows...
Young girl dies after struck by tram, two others hurt
A tragic incident unfolded on Des Voeux Road West yesterday morning when a tram struck four pedestrians outside the Kennedy Town Swimming Pool at approximately 10:44 a.m. A three-year-old girl was later pronounced dead, marking a heartbreaking loss for her family and the community. Eyewitnesses reported that a 66-year-old man, surnamed Yuen, and his two granddaughters were struck and became...
