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Dozens dead as Typhoon Mangkhut rips through southeast Asia

Dozens of people have died and many more have been injured as Typhoon Mangknut continues to rip through southeast Asia

China

Hong Kong marks anniversary of return to Chinese rule

The former British colony of Hong Kong has marked the 21st anniversary of its return to Chinese rule with a flag-raising ceremony.

China

Most expensive places to live

Asian cities dominate a new list of most expensive locations

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There's more to Hong Kong than meets the eye

In one of the cities with the highest population density in the world, how does Hong Kong chill out? Come with us and tour the city’s greenbelts, go sailing, play culture vulture. And see why expats make it their home.

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Hong Kong: Driving growth in a leading global financial hub

Hong Kong is a magnet for worldwide talent, where professional dreams come true

China

Hundreds march in Hong Kong against one-party rule

The march comes before the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre of hundreds - and possibly thousands - of students protesting against the repressive rule of China's communist party.

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Hong Kong's festival to drive away evil spirits

Thousands of people flocked to an outlying island in Hong Kong on Tuesday to celebrate the Cheung Chau Bun festival, one of the oldest and most colourful in Hong Kong which began around 100 years ago after a deadly plague devastated the island.

China

Hong Kong: Activist found guilty of rioting in 2016

Prominent independence activist 26-year-old Edward Leung could face up to 12 years in prison for his role in one of the former British colony's worst ever riots.

Cult

Art Basel Hong Kong opens its doors

Two-hundred-and-forty-eight leading galleries from 32 countries are showcasing their work at Asia's largest contemporary art fair.

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Recycling drainage pipes into new homes in Hong Kong

Micro-apartments made from giant concrete drainage pipes are on display in Hong Kong’s industrial area of Kwun Tong

China

Sweden protests over Kong Kong-based publisher ‘seized' in China

Bookseller and Swedish citizen Gui Minhai, who has previously been held in China, was reportedly arrested on a train in the presence of European diplomats.

China

Hong Kong democracy leader Joshua Wong jailed for second time

The 21-year-old has been imprisoned for three months for his role during the 2014 pro-democracy “Umbrella Movement” protests against the Chinese government.

China

Hands off Hong Kong, protesters warn China

Pro-democracy campaigners say China’s Communist Party leaders are chipping away at the autonomy of the former British colony.

China

Hundreds join Hong Kong pro-democracy protest

Activists say the semi-autonomous city risks losing its rights and freedoms under growing pressure from Beijing.

Living

Pink diamond breaks Asian auction record

The diamond just fell short of breaking a world record.

China

Chinese anthem law extended to Hong Kong

A Chinese law which bans anyone from disrespecting the national anthem has been extended to Hong Kong.

China

Hong Kong protest leaders released on bail

Hong Kong's highest court has released pro-democracy activists Joshua Wong and Nathan Law on bail pending an appeal of their prison sentences after they were convicted of sparking massive protests in 2014

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mid-Autumn festival gets underway in Hong Kong

Performers carry a giant fire dragon in the Tai Hang district of Hong Kong as part of the mid-Autumn festival

Living

Made by French in Hong Kong

A product reflecting the choices and personality of the client, with no parallel among ready-made or prêt-à-porter objects.

Green News

Rewriting the Rules of Hospitality

Behind the scenes at The Upper House in Hong Kong with Christian Louboutin and Victoria Beckham.