#hong-kong

#hong-kong

Colonial architecture sits alongside cutting-edge design, traditional markets share blocks with high-end boutiques, and quiet temples carve out a peaceful space among the urban chaos. The city's hotel scene has all the big names you'd expect - the Peninsula, Shangri-La and Mondrian all take up space throughout the smartest neighbourhoods - but for a truly authentic experience, look to the city's Airbnb offering.

Convenience store chain Circle K said a "network disruption" has paralyzed its Hong Kong operations for several days, forcing nearly 400 outlets across the city to suspend most electronic payment and loyalty services.

A lake burst caused by Super Typhoon Ragasa killed at least 14 people and left 124 others missing in eastern Taiwan, officials said on Wednesday. Taiwan has been hit hard by Ragasa, one of the strongest storms in years, which has already caused deaths in the Philippines and is now lashing Hong Kong. The lake in Hualien County overflowed on Tuesday and sent torrents of mud and water through Guangfu township, inundating villages and sweeping away a major bridge.

One of the greatestcompliments I've received about my personal style came last summer at an Hermès fragrance party in Manhattan. A woman admired my soft-shouldered, moss-green linen suit trimmed with blond horn buttons-and asked where I had bought it. This suit, a workhorse by day and show pony at night, was custom-made for me for $1,200 while I was living in Hong Kong, one of the last places on earth where a man can still acquire a quality wardrobe without risking personal bankruptcy.

Two public hospital doctors have been granted bail after being arrested in Hong Kong on suspicion of leaking a cancer patient's medical data to highlight alleged professional shortcomings by her operating surgeon. Observers, meanwhile, said that although the incident did not align with the principles of "whistle-blowing", it underscored the need for a stronger "speak-up" culture within the Hospital Authority. The 35-year-old associate consultant and the 57-year-old consultant from Tseung Kwan O Hospital were released on bail on Tuesday and are required to report to police in late September.

The momentum continues after Bitcoin Asia 2025 saw over 20,000 sold passes, building on the success of Bitcoin Asia 2024, which featured some of the industry's most influential voices. This year edition lineups have included notable speakers such as Eric Trump, CZ, Belaji Srinivasan, Adam Back, Bilal Bin Saquib and Dr. Xiao Feng, underscoring the event's reputation as a stage where global leaders, innovators, and policymakers come together to shape the future of Bitcoin.

China has been expanding use of digital currencies as it promotes wider use of its yuan, or renminbi, to reflect its status as the world's second-largest economy and challenge the overwhelming sway of the U.S. dollar in international trade and finance. However, restrictions on access to Chinese financial markets and limits on convertibility of the yuan, or "people's money," are big obstacles blocking its global use.

The past week has seen four incidences of black rain in Hong Kong, with increased rainfall and intensity noted in weather patterns, prompting questions about climate change.

Hong Kong stands as the global leader in skyscraper count with more than 550 completed structures, driven by its geographic constraints that necessitate building upwards.

Judge Russell Coleman struck down the two provisions that made it criminal for trans people to go into public toilets that align with their gender identity.

Practising mindfulness has significantly improved my emotional clarity and overall mental health, especially given the high-pressure environment of a competitive city like Hong Kong.

The new code of conduct in Hong Kong mandates that legislators must sincerely support Beijing's jurisdiction and prohibits actions that might vilify the government.

The Convention on the Establishment of the International Organisation for Mediation (IOMed) marks a significant step in global governance, providing a dedicated platform for resolving international disputes amicably.

Hong Kong is dedicated to capitalising on its connectivity with both mainland China and the world, aiming to strengthen its trade with the Gulf nations.

Tong Ho Chung Howard emphasizes the importance of capturing Hong Kong's historical architecture, specifically corner houses, which are being replaced by modern developments, diminishing the city's uniqueness.

Bamboo scaffolding, an iconic feature of Hong Kong's construction tradition, highlights both craftsmanship and the unique connections of nature and human ingenuity.