2 d. ago Hong Kong ‘suspends’ U.S. package shipments over ‘bullying’ tariffs

Hong Kong says its postal service will no longer handle packages being shipped to the U.S. by sea or by air in the latest reaction to the trade war between China and the U.S.

Economics

3 d. ago Aurora Mobile Launches Hong Kong Edition of JVerification to Streamline and Innovate Cross

SHENZHEN, China, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aurora Mobile Limited (NASDAQ: JG) (“Aurora Mobile” or the “Company”), a leading provider of customer engagement and marketing technology services in China, today announced the official launch of the Hong Kong edition of its verification service, JVerification (“JVerification (HK)”). As digital transformation continues to accelerate globally, the […]

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5 d. ago People from Toronto can audition for jobs at Disney's international resorts this spring

If there's one thing people love in this world, it's Disney. The brand has existed since the early 1900s and has been spreading joy ever since. If your dream has been to be a part of the world of Disney yourself, you don't even have to leave Toronto to achieve it.Disney's Shanghai Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland are holding auditions in Toronto for characters and vocalists next month, and it could be your big break.The auditions will be held on May 10 and 11, 2025 at the city's Elgin Wintergarden Theatre.There will be three auditions in total, with the first on the 10th calling for Disney character look-alikes."We are hiring character look-alike performers who can act and move well. They will portray characters from Classic Disney films, Marvel and other Disney franchises. Character look-alike performers may appear in stage shows, parades, character greetings, heroic encounters and special events, etc." says Disney.For females, the characters include Mirabel, Isa...

Society

8 d. ago Hong Kong’s Citybus Owners Seek to Syndicate $361 Million Loan

Owners of Hong Kong’s Citybus Ltd., known for its yellow-colored double decker fleets in the Asian financial hub, are seeking to syndicate a HK$2.8 billion ($361 million) loan, according to people familiar with the matter.

Economics

1 week ago Evergrande Liquidators Sue Hong Kong Golf Club in Hunt for Funds

China Evergrande Group’s liquidators are suing Hong Kong Golf Club as they broaden their efforts to recover more money from the defaulted developer’s assets.

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1 week ago Contract for Hong Kong company to operate Panama Canal ports had irregularities, audit finds

PANAMA CITY (AP) — Panama’s comptroller authority said Monday an audit found irregularities in the renewal of a 25-year port concession in the interoceanic canal and it would request an investigation into the authorization of the contract to a Hong Kong company. Comptroller-General Anel Flores said the audit found some payment defaults, accounting miscalculations and […]

Economics

1 week ago «On perd tous de l'argent»: les investisseurs de Hong Kong paient cher la guerre commerciale lancée par Trump

«On perd tous de l'argent»: les investisseurs de Hong Kong paient cher la guerre commerciale lancée par Trump

Economics

2 w. ago GOLDSTEIN: Chiang case raises concerns about Carney and China

Liberal MP Paul Chiang’s decision to withdraw from his candidacy in a Toronto-area riding after saying a Conservative opponent could be delivered to the Chinese consulate in Toronto to claim a bounty of one million Hong Kong dollars, has reignited the issue of China’s foreign interference in our democracy.  Particularly so given Liberal leader Mark […]

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2 w. ago Digital Domain to Present at the AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference April 3rd 2025

Company invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at VirtualInvestorConferences.com NEW YORK, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Digital Domain (OTCQX: DDHLY; Hong Kong Stock Exchange: 547), focused on visual effects, AI and virtual human business, today announced that Mr. William Wong, CEO, will present at the AI & […]

Culture

2 w. ago LetPot Releases Smart EC Meter: Redefining the Hydroponic Gardening Experience

Say goodbye to guesswork—LetPot offers an intelligent way to manage your hydroponic nutrients HONG KONG, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Smart gardening brand LetPot has announced the launch of its latest innovation—the Smart EC Meter, a game-changing monitoring device for desktop hydroponic systems. Unlike traditional meters that require constant cleaning after every use, the […]

Culture

2 w. ago 47 Canadians named among the richest billionaires in the world

It's that time of the year again. Forbes' 2025 World's Billionaires list is out, and several of the richest Canadians made the list.Not only are the rich getting richer, but the world now has more billionaires than ever. For the first time, the number of billionaires has crossed the 3,000 threshold, and currently, there are 3,028 billionaires globally — up by 247 compared to last year. Combined, their wealth totals US$$16.1 trillion, an increase of US$2 trillion compared to 2024.The U.S. has 902 billionaires, followed by China with 516 (including Hong Kong) and India with 205 billionaires.It seems that there are fewer Canadians who made the list this time, and there's been a dramatic reshuffling, with some even dropping from the list entirely. Last year, 67 Canadians were among the richest in the world; this year, that number has fallen to 47.Notably absent from the list is Chinese Canadian billionaire Changpeng Zhao, who goes by CZ.Last year, the founder and former CEO of the...

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2 w. ago US sanctions 6 Chinese and Hong Kong officials, drawing backlash from the city’s government

HONG KONG (AP) — The United States sanctioned six Chinese and Hong Kong officials who it alleged were involved in “transnational repression” and acts that threaten to further erode the city’s autonomy, drawing condemnation from the territory’s government Tuesday. The six officials included Justice Secretary Paul Lam, security office director Dong Jingwei and police commissioner […]

Politics

2 w. ago Asian shares are sharply lower, Tokyo tumbles 4%, after Wall Street retreat

HONG KONG (AP) — Asian shares were sharply lower on Monday, with Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 falling more than 4% after another wipeout slammed Wall Street. Worries are building over a potentially toxic mix of worsening inflation and a U.S. economy slowing because households are afraid to spend due to the trade war. U.S. futures and […]

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3 w. ago Liberal MP apologizes for suggesting Tory candidate be turned over to Chinese consulate for Hong Kong bounty

'If you can take him to the Chinese Consulate General in Toronto, you can get the million-dollar reward,' Liberal Paul Chiang said of Conservative rival Joe Tay

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3 w. ago CK Hutchison Will Delay Signing Panama Ports Deal, Media Say

Billionaire Li Ka-shing, Hong Kong’s most famous tycoon, won’t go ahead with the expected signing next week of a controversial deal to sell his Panama Canal ports to a consortium including BlackRock Inc., according to media reports.

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3 w. ago Stock market today: Asian stocks skid as investors await more Trump tariffs

HONG KONG (AP) — Asian stocks were mostly lower Friday as investors mulled uncertainties brought by U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs. Tokyo’s benchmark Nikkei 225 sank 2.2% to 36,952.34 on renewed heavy selling of auto-related shares following Trump’s announcement he plans to impose 25% tariffs on auto imports. Toyota Motor Corp. shares lost 2.7% […]

Economics

3 w. ago Stock market today: Asian markets make modest advance after a slow day on Wall Street

BANGKOK (AP) — Asian markets opened higher on Wednesday after a quiet session on Wall Street as buying slowed after a broad rally the day before fueled by hopes that President Donald Trump’s tariffs may not be as sweeping as earlier feared. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng edged 0.2% higher to 23,396.49, while the Shanghai Composite […]

Economics

4 w. ago Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after Wall St edges lower on US policy uncertainty

HONG KONG (AP) — Asian shares were mixed on Friday after Wall Street retreated as investors were rattled by uncertainties brought by U.S. President Donald Trump. U.S. futures were nearly unchanged and oil prices advanced. Chinese markets declined for a second day. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng tumbled 2% to 23,733.02 after China kept its key […]

Economics

last month Locker fire forces Hong Kong Airlines jet into emergency landing

(Bloomberg) — A mid-air fire in the overhead lockers on a Hong Kong Airlines flight forced the jet into an emergency landing in China Thursday. None of the 168 passengers and crew on board were reported injured. Flight HX115, an Airbus SE A320 jet, took-off from Hangzhou, China en route to Hong Kong just before […]

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