Finland Retains Happiness Crown as U.S. Falls to 24th Place Amid Rising Solitude
The United States has recorded its lowest happiness ranking in the history of the World Happiness Report, falling to 24th place. This decline is attributed in part to a significant increase in the number of Americans eating their meals alone, according to the annual report released Thursday by the United Nations. For the eighth consecutive year, Finland has been celebrated...
Hong Kong Maintains Top Asian Financial Hub Status, Third Globally
Hong Kong has reaffirmed its position as Asia's premier financial center and the world's third-most significant financial hub, according to the latest Global Financial Centres Index released Wednesday. The semi-annual report, compiled by the Z/Yen Group and China Development Institute, evaluated 119 global financial centers using 140 distinct factors and insights from nearly 5,000 industry professionals. Hong Kong distinguished itself by...
Hong Kong Polytechnic University Proposes New AI-Driven Medical School
Hong Kong — The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has announced plans to establish the city’s third medical school, focusing on integrating artificial intelligence into medical training. At a press conference on Monday, council chairman Lam Tai-fai outlined the university's commitment to fund the initiative, promising that neither the current nor future government would bear financial burdens associated with...
Cebu Pacific Launches OFW Support Center at Mactan-Cebu International Airport
MANILA — Cebu Pacific has unveiled plans to establish a dedicated overseas Filipino workers (OFW) processing center at Mactan-Cebu International Airport, marking a significant milestone in supporting the country's migrant workforce. The airline announced Wednesday a strategic partnership with Aboitiz InfraCapital Cebu Airport Corporation and the Department of Migrant Workers to create a streamlined service hub for departing and returning...
Hong Kong Residents Brace for Hotter Weather Amid Climate Change Concerns
The Hong Kong Observatory announced on Tuesday that residents should prepare for a hotter year ahead, attributing the rising temperatures to the ongoing impacts of climate change. The forecaster predicts that up to eight tropical cyclones could enter the city’s 500-kilometre warning radius starting in June, raising concerns about potential severe weather events. Despite an expectation of annual rainfall remaining...
Elderly Domestic Helper Found Unconscious in Mid-Levels Home, Hospitalized
A 64-year-old Filipina domestic worker was discovered unresponsive in her employer's residence in the affluent Mid-Levels district Tuesday morning, prompting an immediate medical response. The incident occurred at Robinson Garden Apartments on Robinson Road in Central, where the worker's employer contacted emergency services around 7:41 am after finding the helper lying unconscious in bed. Paramedics quickly arrived at the scene and...
More Than 500 Indonesians Rescued from Myanmar Scam Centers, Repatriation Underway
YANGON, Myanmar — Over 500 Indonesian nationals who fell victim to online scam operations in Myanmar are set to be repatriated in the coming days, highlighting the ongoing crisis of human trafficking and exploitation in the region. These individuals are part of a larger group of approximately 7,000 foreign workers from various nations, primarily Chinese, who have been freed from...
Hong Kong Unveils Inaugural Kai Tak Art Week, Blending Culture And Creativity
HONG KONG — The newly opened Kai Tak Sports Park is set to transform into a cultural hub this month, launching its first Art Week from March 21-27, promising a dynamic celebration of artistic expression across multiple disciplines. Themed "Hundred Senses," the event aims to transcend traditional artistic boundaries, offering visitors an immersive journey through contemporary and traditional art forms. The...
Philippine Senate Launches Probe into Duterte’s Arrest and ICC Handover
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Senate announced Monday it will launch a formal investigation into the arrest and rapid transfer of former President Rodrigo Duterte to the International Criminal Court (ICC), where the 79-year-old faces charges of crimes against humanity tied to his brutal anti-drug campaign. The probe, spearheaded by Senator Imee Marcos, comes amid a deepening political rift...
