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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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UK accused of harbouring Hong Kong 'fugitives' by China

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

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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.

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Hong Kong citizens sing "Glory to Hong Kong" in show of solidarity

Thousands of Hong Kong citizens defied the government's move to ban the anthem "Glory to Hong Kong" by singing the song born out of massive pro-democracy protests in 2019.

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Hong Kong journalist wins rare victory for media freedom in court

The award-winning reporter Bao Choy was found guilty of deceiving the government in 2021. But on Monday, a judge ruled in the journalist's favour, quashing her conviction and setting aside the sentence.

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Global tributes mark 34th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre

Demonstrators across the world took to the streets on Sunday to commemorate the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre. From Hong Kong to London, rallies, vigils and protests were held in tribute to the victims of Beijing's pro-democracy crackdowns.

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Watch: Hong Kong bun festival returns

Climbers scramble up the 14-metre-high (45-feet-high) bamboo tower covered with imitation steamed buns during Hong Kong's annual colourful Bun Festival, which makes its return to the island of Cheung Chau after three years of a pandemic-induced hiatus.

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Airline crew accused of discriminating against non-English speakers

The crew worked for Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific airline.

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Hong Kong is giving away 500,000 free flight tickets

The scheme launched for Europeans this month. Here's who can still apply.

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Hong Kong's bamboo scaffolders preserve an ancient green technique

Intricate bamboo webs are still part of the cityscape in Hong Kong - where brave students are keeping the sustainable skill alive.

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WATCH: Hong Kong's bamboo scaffolders preserve ancient technique

Some of the world's last bamboo scaffolders are keeping the ancient tradition alive in Hong Kong.

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Hong Kong set to make history by hosting first-ever Gay Games in Asia

The event is designed to promote diversity and inclusion and Chinese organisers say they are committed to providing an accepting environment for participants.

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'Art Paris' marks 25th anniversary as French market fears tax hike

'Art Paris' runs from 30 March through to 2 April in the French capital. It comes as French artists express concern over an EU tax hike on art sales.

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Screening of Winnie-the-Pooh slasher film cancelled in Hong Kong

The (agressively mediocre) slasher film 'Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey' has been cancelled in Hong Kong for “technical” reasons. In reality, it's yet another display of censorship obsessed with the startling likeness between Xi Jinping and Pooh

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China welcomes overseas visitors for the first time in three years

International passengers piled into China on Sunday despite a surge in Covid-19 cases in the country.

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Taiwan lifts COVID-19 border rules after more than two years

Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong have announced plans to ease strict COVID entry requirements. But what about nearby China?