Hong Kong has retained its 17th place among the world’s top destinations for students, but British rankings firm Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) has said that high living costs along with the steepest tuition fees in East Asia continue to deter international applicants. QS also identified limited international diversity and a persistent shortage of accommodation for students…
Overseas galleries exhibiting at Art Central in Hong Kong are considering keeping their artworks in the city for months after the fair ends amid rising shipping prices as a result of the US-Israeli war on Iran. Ahead of the fair’s opening at the Central Harbourfront on Wednesday, gallerists told the South China Morning Post that…
An explosion reportedly took place at a Jewish school in Amsterdam on Saturday. Femke Halsema, mayor of the Netherlands capital, described the incident as an attack targeted at the Jewish community, reported news agency Reuters citing Dutch outlet ANP. The explosion only caused limited damage, mayor Halsema said. The explosion only caused limited damage, Mayor…
Nearly 100 companies filed new listing applications in Hong Kong in January, marking a strong start to 2026 for initial public offering (IPO) activity. A total of 95 companies applied to list on Hong Kong’s main board, while one sought a place on the Growth Enterprise Market, which primarily served smaller and growth-stage firms, according…
A 53-year-old Dutch man died on Sunday morning after collapsing on a Cathay Pacific flight from Amsterdam to Hong Kong. Police received a report at 7.22am as the aircraft was approaching Hong Kong International Airport, stating that a passenger had suddenly lost consciousness during the flight. The force said cabin crew performed emergency first aid…
Despite China-EU trade frictions, Paris and other European cities remain the top destinations for Chinese travellers, with growing China-France trade and visa-free entry spurring companies like Air France-KLM to explore new opportunities. The Franco-Dutch airline group reported strong inbound demand from Europe in 2025, driven by China’s visa-free policy for travellers from more than 30…
Home » AIRLINE NEWS » France Faces New Travel Setback with Multiple Air France Flights Cancelled at Paris, Hong Kong, Amsterdam, and Nantes Published on September 23, 2025 Air France has recently cancelled several flights affecting major international and European routes, causing widespread disruption for travelers. Key cities impacted include Paris (France), Hong Kong (China),…
Hong Kong customs officers have arrested a man who flew in from the Netherlands after 30kg (66lbs) of suspected ketamine and smoking products worth about HK$12 million (US$152,870) were found in his luggage. The 37-year-old man arrived in Hong Kong on Wednesday on a flight from Amsterdam. During clearance, officers from the Customs and Excise…
Hong Kong customs officers have arrested a man who flew in from the Netherlands after 30kg (66lbs) of suspected ketamine and smoking products worth about HK$12 million (US$152,870) were found in his luggage. The 37-year-old man arrived in Hong Kong on Wednesday on a flight from Amsterdam. During clearance, officers from the Customs and Excise…
Home » CHINA TRAVEL NEWS » Shanghai, Singapore, Wellington, Munich, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Prague Lead the Way as the World’s Most Accessible Smart Cities for Forward-Thinking, Inclusive, and Seamless Travel Friday, June 27, 2025 Global Accessibility Index 2025: Transforming Urban Travel Through Inclusion As the summer travel season nears, the spotlight turns once again…