Lawmakers Demand CLP Explanation for Recent Power Outage
Lawmakers are calling on CLP Holdings to provide a comprehensive explanation for the recent power outage that left over 2,200 customers in Wong Tai Sin without electricity for approximately four hours on Wednesday evening. The power company attributed the blackout to a faulty cable, but this explanation has done little to appease affected residents and concerned officials. An elderly woman residing...
Hong Kong’s Cultural Spotlight to Shine at Art Basel Shows Globally
In a landmark move for international art and tourism, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has entered into a three-year partnership with Art Basel, becoming the first tourism organization to formalize such a collaboration. This strategic alliance will see Hong Kong's vibrant culture highlighted at all four annual Art Basel shows in Paris, Miami Beach, Basel, and the Special...
Hong Kong Celebrates 27th Anniversary with Free Access to Leisure and Cultural Facilities on July 1
To celebrate the 27th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) is offering free access to most of its fee-charging leisure and cultural facilities on July 1. The event aims to encourage people to participate in various sports and cultural activities, forming good habits and sharing the joy of...
Hong Kong Telecom Faces Major Disruption in TST and Jordan Due to Damaged Fiber Optic Cable
Internet services in the bustling districts of Jordan and Tsim Sha Tsui were halted for over six hours on Tuesday, following damage to one of Hong Kong Telecom's (HKT) optical fiber cables. The disruption also impacted mobile communications and the company's Now TV services, leaving many residents and businesses in a digital blackout. HKT took to social media at noon...
Art@Harbour2024 Draws Record Crowds, Surpassing Expectations
HONG KONG — The large-scale outdoor art project "Art@Harbour2024" has exceeded all visitor expectations, attracting over 2 million attendees since its opening in late March. The exhibition, orchestrated by the Leisure & Cultural Services Department, concluded on June 8 and was celebrated for its significant public engagement and wide appeal to both locals and tourists. The programme featured five distinct...
Art@Harbour 2024- First Week of teamLab Continuous at Tamar Park Fully Booked
HONG KONG — Advance registration slots for all sessions during the first week of teamLab: Continuous, an integral part of the "Art@Harbour 2024" project, have been fully booked. The exhibition, located at the lawn area of Tamar Park, has seen an overwhelming response since online bookings opened at noon today. The Leisure & Cultural Services Department, which oversees the event,...
Hong Kong Beaches Flagged for “Very Poor” Water Quality
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) issued a stark warning to beachgoers today after the Environmental Protection Department's Beach Water Quality Forecast System indicated "Very Poor" water quality at several popular beaches. The affected beaches include Silver Mine Bay Beach and Pui O Beach in the Islands District, as well as Lido Beach, Casam Beach, Approach Beach, Hoi Mei...
Hong Kong Political Party Seeks Police Aid Amid Rising Debt Collection Threats Against Employers
A political party announced on Sunday that it had contacted the police for assistance after receiving requests from many employers who were threatened by financial companies to repay debts on behalf of foreign domestic helpers. Since April, the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong (DAB) has stated that they have received more than 20 referrals from...
Daring Airport Drug Bust: $2 Million Worth of Cocaine Seized from Passengers
In a significant drug bust at Hong Kong International Airport, customs officers have apprehended two passengers arriving from Brazil via Dubai, uncovering approximately 2.2 kilograms of suspected cocaine with an estimated market value of $2 million. The incident occurred on June 6, marking a critical interception in the ongoing battle against international drug trafficking. The two suspects, a 34-year-old man...
