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…
The upgrades support the goal of reducing minimum price spreads by mid-year. SING TAO Hong Kong financial regulators are set to put forward proposed enhancements in the trading unit system – the so-called “board lot” system – within this year, in a bid to meet more investment needs, says Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po….
The government will allocate HK$1.235 billion to the Hong Kong Tourism Board in the coming fiscal year to revitalize the city’s tourism industry and drive economic growth, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po said. This funding will support the implementation of the Development Blueprint for Hong Kong’s Tourism Industry 2.0, which aims to promote…
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…
Cathay has been named the exclusive “Founding Travel Partner” of Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) to support the development of sports, arts and culture as well as promote mega events that place Hong Kong on the world stage. To unveil the partnership, Cathay and KTSP held an announcement ceremony at the Health and Wellness Centre,…
The Observatory warned that the lowest temperature will drop to 13 degrees in urban areas on Monday (Feb 24) under the influence of the northeast monsoon. The weather watchdog said a few rain patches are expected on Tuesday and Wednesday under the influence of upper-air disturbances. According to a nine-day weather forecast, north-to-northeast…
Hava sold all 250 units before the Budget announcement Kerry Properties’ (0683) Hava in Yuen Long sold all 250 units on Saturday, the highest in 10 months and signaling a possible market rebound ahead of the Budget announcement. The first batch of sales was offered at prices of HK$2.65 million to HK$5.06 million or…
Judy Cui Hong Kong’s job market is shifting significantly, with over half of the workforce considering a change of employment within this year, according to a latest study. This trend reflects a growing dissatisfaction among employees, as nearly one in five feel undervalued in their current roles. Compensation remains a critical issue, with…
The four-day Hong Kong Holiday & Travel Expo 2025 commenced on Thursday (Feb 20) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center (HKCEC). As an additional incentive, the first 500 visitors each day will receive a complimentary travel SIM card. The expo features over 300 exhibitors, including popular travel agencies and airlines —…
A Mississippi judge ordered a newspaper to remove an editorial criticizing the mayor and city leaders after the officials sued, sparking complaints from press advocates that it violates the First Amendment. Chancery Judge Crystal Wise Martin issued the restraining order against the Clarksdale Press Register on Tuesday in connection with a Feb. 8 editorial titled…