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Hong Kong hopes these giant pandas will boost tourism

Two cute new giant pandas have arrived in Hong Kong. Can they give tourism a boost?

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WATCH: Typhoon Yagi hits Hong Kong

Typhoon Yagi passed south of Hong Kong, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and widespread disruptions.

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WATCH: Demonstrators mark Tiananmen Square massacre anniversary

On 4 June 1989, Chinese troops opened fire on pro-democracy protesters in Beijing, leaving hundreds, if not thousands dead.

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WATCH: Eco-Friendly Art and Graffiti Meet at Hong Kong's Art Fair

The Hong Kong Affordable Art Fair offers art lovers original pieces without breaking the bank.

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Business

L’Occitane owner looks for clean sweep to take skin-care firm private

Austrian billionaire Reinold Geiger offers to buy up shares and take the company back into private hands to focus on "rebuilding the foundation for the long-term sustainable growth of our company".

Health news

What is B virus? Here’s what to know after human case reported

A man in Hong Kong has reportedly caught the zoonotic disease. About 50 cases - of which 21 fatal - have been recorded since the disease was discovered in 1932.

Lifestyle

The best looks from Louis Vuitton's stunning show in Hong Kong

Louis Vuitton made a big splash at Hong Kong's iconic Victoria Harbour with a fashion show presenting the latest from its men's creative director, Pharrell Williams.

China

The biggest prosecution yet is underway in Hong Kong taking pro-democracy activists to trial

Some of Hong Kong’s best-known pro-democracy activists went on trial Monday in the biggest prosecution yet under a law imposed by China’s ruling Communist Party to crush dissent.

Art

Mr. Doodle transforms Hong Kong's MTR station into magical art world

Mr. Doodle is inviting Hong Kong art lovers to step into a world of busy, whimsical doodles that spread across walls, rooms, and even his own custom-doodled attire.

Spotlight

Delve into Hong Kong: A dynamic city of finance and culture

In partnership with Hong Kong

Join us as we check out Hong Kong's cultural and financial top spots, taking in the sights and experiences the city has to offer.

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Hong Kong's West Kowloon Cultural District: a must for art enthusiasts

In partnership with Hong Kong

From Cantonese Opera to auctions of some of the best contemporary art collections... Discover Hong Kong’s booming art and cultural scene in the West Kowloon Cultural District.

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Hong Kong revives its 'living tradition' of fire dragon dance

The dragon was hoisted by hundreds of volunteers who danced and bounded along the streets of the Tai Hang neighbourhood in a raucous parade.

Mongolia

Pope Francis opens clinic on first papal visit to Mongolia

Pope Francis wrapped up the first-ever papal visit to Mongolia on Monday by inaugurating a church-run homeless clinic and shelter, insisting that such initiatives aren’t aimed at winning converts but are simply exercises in Christian charity.

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WATCH: Aftermath of typhoon Saola in Hong Kong

Typhoon Saola swept across southern China on Saturday after tearing down trees and smashing windows in Hong Kong, although the megacity avoided a feared direct hit from one of the region's strongest storms in decades.

China

Hong Kong court rejects government-requested ban on protest song

A Hong Kong judge on Friday denied a government request to ban a popular protest song in a landmark decision after Google had resisted official pressure to alter internet search results for the city's anthem.

Culture news

Bruce Lee RIP: Fans honour martial arts legend 50 years on from death

It’s the 50th anniversary of the death of legendary American-born Chinese actor and martial art master Bruce Lee. This is how he became an enduring worldwide movie star and a global icon.

Culture news

Culture Re-View: How Bruce Lee's martial arts bravado changed cinema

20 July 1973: Bruce Lee, legend of martial arts cinema, dies.

China

UK accused of harbouring Hong Kong 'fugitives' by China

Hong Kong's leader warned pro-democracy activists will be 'pursued for life' on Tuesday.

People

This Danish man has visited every country in the world without flying

His epic adventure came to a close in the Maldives last month. We sat down with Thor two years ago to see how he was faring.

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Watch: Giant yellow ducks make a splash in Hong Kong

The twin 18-metre-tall sculptures by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman are part of the Rubber Duck series that has made appearances in major cities since its 2007 debut.