Hong Kong’s anti-graft watchdog has arrested 22 people on suspicion of corruption linked to seven building renovation projects worth more than HK$200 million (US$25.6 million). The suspects – 17 men and five women, aged 36 to 78 – included directors and employees of four project consultancy firms and three contractors, as well as some of…
The coffee shop is the perfect space to start off 2026, whether you are in dire need of a post-party dose of caffeine or you are looking for a calm spot to write down your new year goals over a cappuccino. Here are five new coffee spots to add to your list for the month….
Hong Kong customs has arrested two party room operators on suspicion of providing pirated karaoke songs to customers after raiding eight properties across the city. The Customs and Excise Department said on Friday that officers launched an operation between December 3 and 10 after analysing intelligence, with the help of copyright owners, and identifying party…
The investigation into a deadly fire at a Hong Kong housing estate has centred on the use of flammable material in the scaffolding that covered the residential blocks, officials said on Thursday. Police arrested three men from the maintenance firm responsible for the buildings on suspicion of manslaughter, while the city’s anti-graft agency said it…
Customs officers have arrested the owner of a Hong Kong wedding decoration company that closed suddenly, leaving more than 100 engaged couples in dismay, with the firm revealed to have racked up hundreds of thousands of dollars in debts. Acting assistant superintendent Ho Wai-sum of customs’ unfair trade practice investigation division said officers arrested the…
The suspected closure of a Hong Kong wedding decoration company has left hundreds of engaged couples in dismay, with more than HK$330,000 (US$42,000) of losses reported to the consumer watchdog. Ps Wedding & Event Decoration’s suspected shutdown came to light on Wednesday when its office was found to be closed, its social media pages had…
Hong Kong police have launched an investigation after a woman was found dead under a pile of items in her flat. Officers attended the home at Rhythm Garden, located in the San Po Kong area of Wong Tai Sin district, after receiving a call from the woman’s brother at 8.16pm on Saturday. He said he…