France Edges Argentina in Tense Olympic Quarter-Final
Bordeaux, France — In a gripping quarter-final clash that was marred by controversy, France secured a place in the Olympic semi-finals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Argentina on Friday. Jean-Philippe Mateta’s early goal, scored just five minutes into the match, proved decisive as the hosts advanced to face Egypt. Mateta, the Crystal Palace striker, met Michael Olise’s corner with...
Health Officials Urge Caution Amid Scorching Temperatures
As temperatures soar, the Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is issuing a stark warning to the public, particularly those engaged in outdoor activities. Today, August 3, health officials emphasized the importance of taking preventive measures against heat stroke and sunburn during this extreme heat. “People should carry and drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration...
Hong Kong Launches Automatic Fraud Alerts to Combat Financial Scams
Starting Sunday, users attempting to transfer money to potentially fraudulent accounts will receive automatic alerts through online banking, mobile apps, and at bank counters. This initiative, launched in collaboration with 32 banks and 10 stored-value facilities, aims to combat a troubling rise in investment scams that have cost victims over HK$1 billion this year alone. Authorities have rolled out the...
Indonesia Offers Nursing Talent to Alleviate Hong Kong’s Healthcare Shortage
In a bid to address the acute manpower shortages plaguing its healthcare sector, Hong Kong is looking toward Indonesia for skilled nursing professionals. Yul Edison, Indonesia’s Consul General in Hong Kong, emphasized the potential for collaboration beyond the country’s well-known role as a provider of domestic helpers. In an exclusive interview with the South China Morning Post, Edison highlighted Indonesia’s...
Pagsasanay ng mga OFW sa paggamit ng Online Voting unang sinagawa sa Hong Kong
Ang mga Pinoy sa Hong Kong ang unang nabigyan ng pagsasanay sa paggamit ng Online Voting ayon sa COMELEC commissioner Marlon Casquejo na siyang nagbigay ng pagsasanay. Ang information dissemination at pagsasanay sa paggamit ng Online Voting ay isasagawa ng COMELEC sa walong bansa para sa darating na mid-term election ay unang sinimulan sa Hong Kong noong nakaraang Linggo 28 July,...
Hong Kong’s Haughey Shines Again with Bronze in Paris Olympics 100m Freestyle
PARIS — Hong Kong's swimming sensation Siobhan Bernadette Haughey added another feather to her cap by securing the bronze medal in the Women's 100m Freestyle event at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games on Thursday. This marks her second medal of the Games, bringing a wave of joy and pride to the city. Haughey, who captured the silver medal in Tokyo,...
Hong Kong’s Domestic Workers Demand Fair Wages Amid Economic Strain
Hong Kong, July 31, 2024 — Leaders from the Hong Kong Federation of Asian Domestic Workers Unions (FADWU), alongside several migrant groups and NGOs, convened with Labour Department officials today to advocate for much-needed wage increases and improved living conditions for migrant domestic workers (MDWs). The meeting, held at the Labour Department's headquarters in Central, was led by Miss Drew...
Bong Go criticizes unspent PhilHealth funds during Senate health hearing
During a public hearing on Tuesday, July 30, conducted by the Senate Committee on Health led by Senator Christopher "Bong" Go, the Senate Health Chairperson criticized the under-utilization of PhilHealth funds, particularly highlighting the issue of PhP90 billion “excess funds” to be transferred to the National Treasury. He deemed it unacceptable that such substantial funds remain idle while Filipinos struggle...
Hong Kong Fencer Edgar Cheung Strikes Gold at Paris Olympics, Bags HK$9 Million Reward
Hong Kong’s top fencer, Edgar Cheung Ka-long, etched his name in Olympic history on Tuesday, defending his foil title with a nail-biting 15-14 victory over Italy’s Filippo Macch. Cheung’s triumph not only secured him a coveted gold medal but also a substantial cash bonus totaling HK$9 million. Cheung’s victory marks the second gold for the Hong Kong team at the...
