HKFP Lens: Hong Kong marks China’s National Day with giant character lantern displays

A 12-metre-tall lantern based on a fictional fairy character has been set up at Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District (WKCD) in celebration of China’s National Day. A huafu – meaning traditional Chinese dress – carnival held in Hong Kong’s...

Hong Kong isn’t the loophole Chinese crypto firms think it is

China’s crypto ban has been in place since 2021, but that hasn’t stopped companies from chasing what they believe are ways to reenter. Hyped-up stablecoin announcements in Hong Kong and overseas listings that hint at digital assets are just some...

Alzheimer’s gene variant in Chinese linked to rapid decline: Hong Kong study

Hong Kong researchers have found that a gene variant more prevalent among ethnic Chinese people can lead to faster deterioration of Alzheimer’s disease cases, with some carriers progressing to the severe stages of the disease in just three to five...

In collaboration with Arts in Hong Kong, renowned Hong Kong Artist Ellen Pau Lights Up Toronto City Hall in Her First Canadian Installation at Nuit Blanche 2025

Ellen Pau’s Toronto debut underscores Hong Kong’s place on the world stage as a leading centre for contemporary art. Each spring, the city celebrates Art Month in March, when international fairs such as Art Basel Hong Kong and Art Central converge...

Beijing sets 4 ‘red lines’ after US envoy’s contact with Hong Kong opposition figures

Beijing has laid down four “red lines” for the United States’ top diplomat in Hong Kong, including warning her not to meet anyone an envoy “should not meet with”, after she reportedly invited local opposition figures to her inaugural reception....

40 Days to the Opening! Official Designated Vehicle Dispatched to Hong Kong and Macau for the 15th National Games

GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 30, with just 40 days remaining before the opening of the 15th National Games of the People's Republic of China and the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th...

Chinese healthcare, biotech firms flock to Hong Kong for IPOs

Eleven Chinese healthcare and biotechnology companies filed applications to list on the Hong Kong stock exchange in the last two days of September, taking advantage of an ongoing investment boom in the sector. The best-known names among them are...

China’s $3 trillion stock rally is outrunning its economy

China’s equity markets have staged one of their most powerful rallies in years, adding more than US$3 trillion in value across the mainland and Hong Kong. The CSI 300 has surged around 16% in 2025, with tech indices climbing to their highest...

China’s banks lend to Saudi gas project while its funds sit out of BlackRock-led deal, sources say

China’s biggest state banks are lending billions to Aramco’s Jafurah gas project, though its funds have passed on the opportunity to invest in the venture, three people familiar with the matter said. Chinese banks provided more than a third of the...

Thai Firms Tap Hong Kong for Cross-Border Expansion

PUBLISHED : 2 Oct 2025 at 14:00 As Thai businesses look to scale beyond borders, the question is no longer if they should go global — but where to begin. In today’s competitive landscape, choosing the right launchpad can make all the difference....

Mainland Chinese tourists in Hong Kong head for Cheung Chau to avoid crowds

Hong Kong’s Cheung Chau has emerged as a quiet haven for mainland Chinese visitors who want to avoid the city’s crowded urban neighbourhoods during the National Day holidays. Hundreds of tourists headed to the outlying island on Thursday morning,...

Offshore Wealth in Hong Kong Could Surpass Switzerland in 2025

Hong Kong’s status as an international wealth hub is experiencing a sharp rebound, with the city potentially surpassing Switzerland this year in terms of cross-border assets. Hong Kong could surpass Switzerland in 2025 by cross-border wealth with...

Singapore stablecoin issuer offers tips for Hong Kong counterparts

The issuer of XSGD – the only Singapore dollar-backed stablecoin and one of the world’s major non-US dollar stablecoins – said its commitment to strict regulatory compliance and emphasis on cross-border payments could serve as a model for...

From Stephen Chow films to Beyond hits: PLA sailors share Hong Kong affinity

Chinese navy sailors from two People’s Liberation Army vessels have shown their softer side by sharing their experiences touring Hong Kong on National Day and revealing how the city’s pop culture influenced them. Thousands of residents on Thursday...

Dinesh Karthik signs up for Hong Kong Sixes; to lead Team India

HONG KONG SIXES "It is an absolute honour leading Team India at the Hong Kong Sixes, a tournament with such rich history and global recognition." - Karthik said © BCCI Dinesh Karthik has been signed up for the Hong Kong Sixes. After recently...

When crowd control concerns threatened Hong Kong’s Mid-Autumn fireworks display

“Plans to hold a fireworks display during the Mid-Autumn Festival in September are expected to fizzle out because of Government concern over crowd control,” reported the South China Morning Post on July 12, 1983. “The Urban Council says that...

Scientists Reveal Critical Impacts Of Chinese Genetic Risk Factor In Alzheimer’s Disease

A landmark study conducted by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has demonstrated that a genetic variant, TREM2 H157Y, significantly increases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in individuals of ethnic Chinese descent....

Alibaba stock is on a tear. Why China AI excitement is building.

Shares in the e-commerce platform Alibaba closed 3.5% higher in Hong Kong trading, while Baidu gained 4.5% and JD.com rose 3.1%. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index added 1.6%. Alibaba’s American depositary receipts climbed 2.8% ahead of the open, after...

Over 232,000 mainland visitors in Hong Kong on National Day, but hotel prices may deter tourism spending

An industry representative has warned that high hotel prices in Hong Kong may hamper tourism spending, despite over 232,000 mainland Chinese visiting the city on Wednesday, the first day of the National Day “Golden Week.” Patriotic scenes in Tsim...

Tropical Cyclone Matmo to close in on Hong Kong this weekend; Waterbomb music festival postponed

Tropical Cyclone Matmo is set to move across the Philippines on Friday and come within 800 kilometres of Hong Kong this weekend, the Observatory has said. The T1 storm signal may be issued on Friday evening, while higher warning signals will be...