Lawmakers Urged to Probe Diversion of PhilHealth Funds to “Unprogrammed Appropriations”
MANILA, Philippines — Public health reform advocates and budget watchdogs are calling on lawmakers to investigate the Philippine government's move to divert billions of pesos in excess funds from state-run insurance firm PhilHealth to finance "unprogrammed appropriations" this year. The controversy centers around a recent Department of Finance (DOF) circular that directs PhilHealth to remit to the national treasury its...
Eyewitnesses Describe Chaos and Carnage at Trump Rally Shooting
BUTLER, Pa. — The horrific shooting that targeted former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday has left eyewitnesses shaken and traumatized, providing harrowing accounts of the chaos and violence that erupted. Joseph, a rally attendee whose full name was not released, recounted the terrifying scene to NBC News. "I heard several gunshots. The man...
Former President Trump Targeted in Assassination Attempt During Campaign Rally
In a shocking turn of events, former President Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday. The FBI has confirmed that the shooting, which left one rally attendee dead and two others injured, was an assassination attempt against the 78-year-old Republican presidential candidate. The attack occurred as Trump was delivering...
Doraemon Fever Grips Hong Kong as Fans Flock to Immersive Exhibition
The streets of Tsim Sha Tsui were abuzz with excitement this past weekend as the highly anticipated "100% Doraemon & Friends" exhibition kicked off, drawing legions of devoted fans to marvel at the iconic robotic cat and his magical gadgets. The ticketed exhibition, housed within the sleek confines of K11 Musea, opened its doors to eager crowds on Saturday, with...
New taxi fares to take effect from July 14
The Transport Department (TD) announced today (July 13) that the new taxi fares for urban, New Territories (NT) and Lantau taxis will take effect from tomorrow (July 14). The new fares are as follows: Fare (HK$)Urban Taxi(Red)NT Taxi(Green)Lantau Taxi(Blue)Flagfall chargeFor the first two kilometres or any part thereof$29$25.5$24Incremental chargeFor every subsequent 200 metres or any part thereof, or for every waiting...
Cordillerans in Hong Kong Celebrate 40th Cordillera Day Amid Sweltering Heat
Despite scorching temperatures, over 400 Cordilleran migrants and Filipino association members gathered on Chater Road Sunday to commemorate the 40th Cordillera Day, a celebration of cultural heritage and ongoing struggle for land rights. The event, organized by the Abra Tinguian Ilocano Society (ATIS), Cordillera Alliance HK, and United Filipinos HK, kicked off with a Mass presided over by Rev. Canon...
Mainland Chinese Customs Foils Exotic Pet Smuggler With Live Snakes in His Pocket
SHENZHEN, China - Mainland Chinese customs officers have intercepted a crafty attempt to illegally transport a slithering menagerie across the border from Hong Kong. The unnamed man was caught trying to enter Shenzhen through the "Nothing to Declare" channel on Tuesday, with a shocking discovery hidden in his trousers. Upon inspection, officers found the man's pockets concealing six canvas bags...
CLP Apologizes for Sham Shui Po Power Disruption
Residents of several Hong Kong housing estates experienced a brief power interruption on Tuesday night after a voltage dip in Sham Shui Po, power provider CLP Power said on Wednesday. The incident occurred around 11:09 PM on July 9th, when CLP's 11,000-volt power supply system in the area recorded a voltage sag, causing some customers to observe light flickering or...
MTR to Extend Tung Chung Line, Disrupt Late-Night Service
Commuters in Hong Kong should brace for disruptions to their late-night travels as the city's iconic MTR railway system undergoes major construction to extend the Tung Chung Line. The MTR Corporation announced on Thursday that services on the Tung Chung Line may end earlier on specific days to accommodate the extension project, which will add two new stations to the...
Vigilant Patrols Amid Child Safety Concerns in Fanling Kindergarten
The Hong Kong Police Force has ramped up patrols around a Fanling kindergarten after reports of children being followed by strangers after leaving the campus, putting the community on high alert following a recent child abduction case. The heightened security measures come on the heels of a kidnapping incident in Tseung Kwan O that saw a 3-year-old boy snatched from...
