Chinese regulators are weighing measures to cool a surging stock market rally that has added about US$1.2 trillion (HK$9.36 trillion) in market value since early August, amid growing concerns over speculative trading and retail investors’ exposure to sharp swings, Bloomberg reported. Source link
Hong Kong’s initial public offerings in the second quarter leapt more than nine times in value to HK$88 billion in the second quarter, according to the Securities and Futures Commission, as the city’s stock market remains favored by global investors amid de-dollarization. Source link
A 51-year-old man was murdered in Hung Shui Kiu during the early hours of Monday in an attack allegedly linked to a HK$4 million illicit cigarette distribution dispute. Police have arrested 13 local suspects, including the alleged mastermind, following an investigation into the coordinated assault. Source link
The Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Bureau has launched a comprehensive webpage to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Source link
Amid roaring crowds and vibrant energy, Kai Tak Mall at Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) has witnessed retail sales jump more than 20% since its March debut—a rise fueled by blockbuster events and the phased launch of facilities attracting diverse visitors. Source link
With about three months left until the start of the 15th National Games, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui expressed her hope for robust public engagement in the event and widespread support for local athletes. Source link
The Drainage Services Department (DSD) has confirmed five cases of flooding as of 11.30am, affecting areas including the Chai Wan roundabout, South Bay Road roundabout, Stanley Village Road, Big Wave Bay Village, and Wang Long Village on Lamma Island. Source link
Fashion pop-ups have been happening this summer at the hottest hotels all around the globe. In Ibiza, The Standard outfitted its pool area in sunny yellow umbrellas and loungers rendered in Burberry’s traditional plaid. Missoni stripes can be seen at resorts from the Hôtel Swexan in Dallas, Texas, to Cali Mykonos in Greece. Dolce &…
A UK green startup developing a zero-emission cooling technology that could help cut household air-conditioning costs is eyeing its first partnership in Hong Kong, following its gold win in a locally founded innovation race with expanding global influence. Source link
Former Hong Kong Observatory director Lam Chiu-ying has supported the government’s controversial decision to preemptively suspend classes ahead of last week’s severe weather, stating it demonstrates authorities “prioritize lives” despite the inherent unpredictability of rainstorms. Source link