HK ready to show hospitality to Muslim travelers

HK ready to show hospitality to Muslim travelers

Over 140 restaurants and 50 hotels in Hong Kong have received Halal-certification or international Muslim tourism accreditation, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) said on Monday. So far, 53 hotels, five attractions and exhibition venues have successfully applied for and received the accreditation from “CrescentRating” — an international Muslim tourism certifier, while over 140 local…

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Cuts hit grants for students and school funding

Cuts hit grants for students and school funding

Judy Cui The Education Bureau will discontinue the HK$2,500 student grant for secondary day-school, primary school, and kindergarten students starting in the next school year, Paul Chan said. This move is expected to save around HK$2 billion. Students in need of financial assistance can apply for support through various subsidy programs that require…

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South Korean police investigate airline employee from HK for selling BTS flight reservation info

South Korean police investigate airline employee from HK for selling BTS flight reservation info

File Photo South Korean police have initiated an investigation into a person who leaked flight reservation details of K-pop stars and other celebrities, including BTS, in exchange for financial gain. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Cyber Investigation Unit is investigating an employee working for an airline in Hong Kong, who sold the confidential boarding…

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