Chinese New Year Celebration in Hong Kong Not-to-Miss Events
As the much-anticipated Chinese New Year approaches, Hong Kong is gearing up to welcome the Year of the Dragon with a host of vibrant and joyous celebrations. To ensure you start the year on an auspicious note, here is a curated list of events that promise to delight and entertain. Sha Tin Racecourse: Galloping Into the Year of the Dragon Sha...
Hong Kong Environment Secretary Urges Public to Avoid Buying Illicit Rubbish Bags
In an effort to address the issue of illicit rubbish bags circulating in the city, Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Tse Chin-wan, emphasized that while citizens won't be violating the law by purchasing these unauthorized bags, they will incur losses as they cannot be used as official ones. Tse urged the public to obtain rubbish bags from designated selling...
Tragedy Unfolds in Fanling as Mother and Son Plummet to Their Death
In a harrowing incident that unfolded in the early hours of Thursday, a man and a woman tragically fell to their deaths from a residential building in Fanling, leaving the woman's body reportedly "splitting in half" due to the sheer impact of the fall. At approximately 4 am, the local authorities were inundated with distressing calls reporting the fatal incident...
City University Crowned ‘Most International University’ Globally in Times Higher Education Rankings
In a decisive triumph, City University has been accorded the prestigious title of "most international university" on a global scale, as revealed by the latest Times Higher Education world university rankings. This noteworthy distinction marks the sixth consecutive year that a university in Hong Kong has achieved preeminence in this category, underscoring the region's commitment to fostering a truly...
Iloilo’s UNESCO City of Gastronomy Shines in Dinagyang Festival
ILOILO CITY — Against the vibrant backdrop of the Dinagyang Festival, both local and international attendees are invited to immerse themselves in the culinary marvels that have earned Iloilo City the distinguished title of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) City of Gastronomy. Commencing on January 25, the official launch of the food festival promises an extensive...
A 61-year-old Filipino man was found unconscious inside his hotel room and certified dead upon arrival in the hospital
The Hong Kong police reported that at 11:49 this morning (January 24) they received a call from a staff member of the Island Shangri-Hotel, informing them that they found the Filipino man, 61 years old, unresponsive inside his room. Immediately responding to the call, the ambulance and police arrived at the scene and found the man unconscious on the chair...
Crime Prevention Seminar for Foreign Domestic Helpers
Nagbigay ng seminar ang Pulis ng Hong Kong ukol sa kaalaman ng ilang batas ng Hong Kong para sa mga Foreign Domestic Workers (FDWs) para umano maprotektahan ang kanilang mga sarili laban sa krimen, noong nakaraang Linggo, 21 January. Dumalo ang ilang grupo ng mga organisasyon sa dalawang session na binigay na seminar na umabot ng halos 100 participants. Binigyan...
CHP reminds public on precautions against cold weather
The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health (DH) today (January 23) reminded the public, particularly the elderly and people with chronic illnesses, to adopt appropriate measures to protect their health in view of the cold weather. A spokesman for the CHP said that cold weather can easily trigger or exacerbate diseases, especially among the elderly...
Asia’s Oldest University Establishes Historic Alumni Chapter in Hong Kong
In a momentous occasion, the University of Santo Tomas (UST), the oldest existing university in Asia, celebrated the launch of its pioneering alumni chapter in Hong Kong. This marks a significant milestone in the university's 413-year history, as more than 100 alumni, business representatives, community leaders, and nonprofit organizations gathered to inaugurate the University of Santo Tomas Alumni Association...
Employers Urged to Prioritize Worker Safety During Cold Weather Warning
Hong Kong — In the midst of the prevailing Cold Weather Warning, the Labour Department issues a crucial reminder to employers, urging the implementation of essential measures to safeguard the well-being of their workforce. As the Cold Weather Warning remains in effect, employers are advised to exercise prudence by ensuring that employees engaged in outdoor or remote work wear suitable...
