Live News of Hong Kong February 28, 2024

Shogun Receives Rave Reviews, Sets High Standards In TV

Shogun, the highly anticipated samurai drama, has garnered critical acclaim since its recent debut on FX/Hulu. With a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the show has received praise from 52 different critics, a notablRead More

Global Markets Mixed As U.S. Stocks Hold Near Record Levels

Global markets showed a mixed performance on Wednesday, with U.S. stocks maintaining near record levels in a relatively quiet trading session. In early trading, France's CAC 40 edged 0.1% higher, Germany's DAX rose 0.2%, wRead More

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Asian Film Awards Academy Announces Exciting Lineup Of Events

The Asian Film Awards Academy has announced a series of events surrounding the annual Asian Film Awards in Hong Kong. The upcoming activities include a joint masterclass featuring veteran filmmakers Kurosawa Kiyoshi from JRead More

Renowned Director Hamaguchi Ryusuke To Premiere 'Gift' At HKIFF

Renowned Japanese filmmaker Hamaguchi Ryusuke is set to showcase his latest creation, 'Gift,' at the upcoming Hong Kong International Film Festival. Serving as a companion piece to his previous work, 'Evil Does Not Exist,'Read More

Bitforex Exchange Goes Dark, Leaving Users In The Dark

An offshore crypto exchange, BitForex, has gone offline over the weekend, leaving its reported six million users in the dark after a promised change in leadership failed to materialize. The exchange, founded in Hong Kong sRead More

Jaap Van Zweden To Lead Orchestre Philharmonique De Radio France

Jaap van Zweden, the outgoing music director of the New York Philharmonic, is set to take on the same role with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France starting from the 2026-27 season. This announcement was made...Read More

US Sanctions Iranian, Houthi Officials And Shipping Companies

The United States has imposed sanctions on several entities and individuals, including a deputy commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and a member of the Houthi militant group. Among those targeted are firmRead More

Wall Street Remains Cautious As Corporate Earnings And Inflation Data Loom

Wall Street saw little change early Tuesday as more corporate earnings were reported ahead of new data on inflation expected later in the week. Futures for the S&P 500 rose by 0.2% before the bell, while...Read More

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Hong Kong Director Ray Yeung Explores Later-Life Lesbian Relationship Dynamics

Hong Kong director Ray Yeung's latest film, "All Shall Be Well," delves into the lives of a sixty-something lesbian couple, Angie and Pat, who have shared a loving relationship for over 40 years. The film captures...Read More

Ram Chakravarti Discusses The Transformative Power Of AI In Enterprises

As the chief technology officer for BMC, Ram Chakravarti has been at the forefront of strategic conversations with customers worldwide regarding the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in enterprise operations. ThrRead More

Beijing Implements Measures To Support Flailing Chinese Stock Markets

Beijing is implementing measures to support the struggling Chinese stock markets by cracking down on private sector activities. The recent crackdown includes restrictions on short-selling and quant trading funds in an effoRead More

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Asian Shares Mostly Decline, Nikkei 225 Hits Record High

Asian shares mostly declined on Monday, with Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index reaching another record high in morning trading. The Nikkei 225 gained 0.5% to 39,309.76 after a holiday closure on Friday. The dollar edged up to...Read More

Canal+ Group Increases Stake In Asian Streaming Platform Viu

France's Canal+ Group has increased its stake in multi-territory Asian streaming platform Viu to 30%. The additional investment reflects Canal+'s confidence in Viu and its teams, as well as its commitment to making Asia itRead More

Global Shares Mostly Decline, Tokyo's Nikkei Hits Record High

Global shares mostly declined on Monday, with Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index being a standout as it reached another record high. In early trading, France's CAC 40 slipped 0.4% to 7,935.33, while Germany's DAX edged 0.1% higher...Read More

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China's C919 Jet Makes International Debut At Singapore Airshow

China's C919 single-aisle jet recently made its international debut at the Singapore Airshow, garnering significant attention and attracting numerous visitors along with hundreds of orders. Despite the positive reception,Read More

Gymshark Group Limited Reports 15% Revenue Increase In FY23

In its accounts filed for FY23, activewear brand Gymshark Group Limited revealed a 15 percent increase in revenue, reaching 556.2 million pounds. However, the company experienced a contraction in its gross margin, droppingRead More

Expats Series Finale Wraps Up Emotional Journeys Of Women

The series finale of 'Expats,' titled 'Home,' is now streaming on Prime Video and wraps up the emotional journey of Margaret, Mercy, and Hilary. The theme of the finale is 'Keep on living,' focusing on how...Read More

Paris Fashion Week 2024: Fringe Events Unveiled Beyond Official Calendar

Paris Fashion Week, a highly anticipated event in the fashion industry, is set to take place from Monday, 26th February to Tuesday, 5th March 2024. The week encompasses a range of shows and presentations organized by...Read More

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Argentina Replaces China Tour With US Exhibitions Ahead Of Copa

Argentina has made changes to its upcoming exhibition matches in preparation for the Copa America tournament. The national team was set to tour China but had to cancel after star player Lionel Messi missed a preseason...Read More

Hong Kong Director Ray Yeung's 'All Shall Be Well' Success

Hong Kong director Ray Yeung's film 'All Shall Be Well' has garnered attention following its premiere at the Berlin Film Festival. The movie, represented by Films Boutique in international markets, is currently being showcRead More