Live News of Hong Kong February 13, 2024

Cambodian Boy's Brother Tests Positive for Bird Flu

Cambodia Reports Second Case of Bird Flu after Tragic Death In a devastating turn of events, Cambodia's Health Ministry has confirmed that the brother of a 9-year-old boy who recently succumbed to bird flu has also...Read More

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Indian director Jatla Siddhartha premiering surreal horror film at Berlin

Indian director and cinematographer Jatla Siddhartha is making waves in the film industry with his latest project, "In the Belly of a Tiger." This highly anticipated film is set to premiere at the prestigious Berlin Film...Read More

Google faces challenges with third-party cookie deprecation, impacting advertisers

This week in the world of tech, there were several noteworthy developments that could impact businesses. Let's dive into five key takeaways: 1. Google's Third-Party Cookie Deprecation Paused: In an effort to enhance onlinRead More

China cancels Argentina's friendlies due to Messi's absence in Hong Kong

In a surprising turn of events, Argentina's planned friendlies in China have been abruptly cancelled by local authorities. The decision came after the renowned football player Lionel Messi did not participate in an Inter MRead More

Friendlies between Argentina and China canceled following Messi controversy

In recent news, authorities in China have canceled Argentina's planned friendlies due to the absence of Lionel Messi in an Inter Miami match held in Hong Kong. The Beijing Football Association announced the cancellation ofRead More

Mixed Asian equities as Hong Kong closes lower ahead of holiday

The Asian equities market experienced mixed performance overnight, with most stocks trading higher, except for Hong Kong which closed lower in a half-day session. Mainland China, on the other hand, was closed for the LunarRead More

Hong Kong falters, Japan soars in global markets

Hong Kong's market exhibited signs of weakness, but Japan's market roared with strength this week, reflecting the contrasting economic performances in the two regions. While Hong Kong grappled with various challenges, inclRead More

Tokyo Stocks Reach 34-Year High, US Markets Show Resilience

Shares in European markets showed modest gains in Friday's trading session, following a mixed performance in Asia where many markets were closed for the Lunar New Year holiday. Tokyo's stock market closed slightly higher,Read More

Partial refund offered for Hong Kong soccer match without Messi

Organizers of the Tatler X-Fest soccer match in Hong Kong have issued an apology and announced that they will be offering a partial refund to disappointed fans. The controversy stems from the absence of soccer superstar...Read More

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Alibaba announces $25 billion share buyback program after disappointing quarterly results

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group has announced plans to increase its share buyback program by $25 billion. The move comes as the company released its disappointing quarterly results, which fell short of analysts' forRead More

Alibaba reports mixed results, plans share buyback to boost growth

In recent news, Alibaba reported its financial results for the fourth quarter, revealing a mix of positive and slightly disappointing outcomes. While the company exceeded expectations in terms of net income, its top line rRead More

Lionel Messi Energizes Inter Miami in Tokyo Exhibition Match

Argentinian football legend Lionel Messi made a brief appearance for Inter Miami during their exhibition match in Tokyo, leaving fans wanting more. After disappointing supporters in Hong Kong by remaining on the bench dueRead More

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Lionel Messi named among Inter Miami substitutes against Vissel Kobe

In the latest episode of Inter Miami's preseason tour, Lionel Messi found himself among the substitutes for the game against Vissel Kobe in Tokyo. The Argentine superstar had missed the previous match against a Hong Kong...Read More

Kanye West faces booking difficulties amid controversial statements

In recent news, Kanye West, the Grammy-winning rapper, has spoken about the difficulties he is facing in booking venues for his upcoming gigs. The 46-year-old artist, who has 24 Grammy Awards to his name, suggested that...Read More

Lunar New Year box office battle begins with eight films

The Lunar New Year holiday season in mainland China is notorious for its lively box office competition, and this year is no exception. As the most lucrative time for cinemas, the week-long holiday period attracts both...Read More

Celebrities dazzle at events while making fashionable appearances this week

This week, the world of celebrities has been abuzz with exciting events and sightings. From red carpet appearances to casual outings, the A-listers have been making headlines. Let's take a closer look at some of the...Read More

Messi's potential appearance in Tokyo friendly sparks hope for fans

In a friendly match between Inter Miami and Japanese club Vissel Kobe, soccer superstar Lionel Messi is expected to take the field on Wednesday in Tokyo. This comes after a public-relations mishap during the previous matchRead More

Nicole Kidman's Expats: Behind the Scenes of Captivating Filmmaking

Nicole Kidman, one of Hollywood's most celebrated actresses, recently gave fans an exclusive peek behind the scenes of her upcoming season 'Expats.' Sharing captivating moments from the photoshoot, Kidman offered a glimpseRead More

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Foreign Funds Sell $2.6 Billion of China Equities in January

In January, foreign funds made a significant move by selling a net amount of US$2.6 billion worth of China equities, according to a recent report by Morgan Stanley. This development highlights some of the challenges that...Read More

Chinese Stocks Surge as Government Fund Increases Purchases

Shares in Asia experienced a mixed performance on Tuesday, with Chinese stocks surging after a government investment fund revealed plans to increase stock purchases. Additionally, reports circulated that Chinese leader XiRead More