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Hong Kong's Environmental Protection Department recorded Air Quality Health Index readings of "serious" at monitoring stations around the city on Tuesday. Chart: aqicn.org.
January 27, 2026 at 10:49 AM
Hong Kong's Environmental Protection Department recorded Air Quality Health Index readings of "serious" at monitoring stations around the city on Tuesday. Chart: aqicn.org.
Infographic showing known prosecutions in Hong Kong since the introduction of the National Security Law in June 2020. Graphic: Nicholas Shearman/AFP.
January 27, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Infographic showing known prosecutions in Hong Kong since the introduction of the National Security Law in June 2020. Graphic: Nicholas Shearman/AFP.
Hongkongers are set to experience another cold snap this weekend with temperatures expected to dip to lows of 14 degrees Celsius on Sunday. In full: buff.ly/Bofdd1Y
Hong Kong to see another cold snap this weekend, with lows of 14°C | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Hongkongers are set to experience another cold snap this weekend with lows of 14 degrees Celsius expected on Sunday. “Another surge of the northeast monsoon will reach the coast of southern China over...
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January 27, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Hongkongers are set to experience another cold snap this weekend with temperatures expected to dip to lows of 14 degrees Celsius on Sunday. In full: buff.ly/Bofdd1Y
President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that China seeks to uphold the UN-based world order, in remarks as he met Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Beijing. In full: buff.ly/ARG9Cui
Xi Jinping says China seeks to uphold UN-based world order | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that China seeks to uphold the UN-based world order, in remarks as he met Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Beijing. His comments come after Donald Trump unveiled...
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January 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM
President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that China seeks to uphold the UN-based world order, in remarks as he met Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Beijing. In full: buff.ly/ARG9Cui
Three Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists had sought the end of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)’s rule in the name of “so-called democracy,” prosecutors have argued during a high-profile national security trial. In full: buff.ly/RZZ52c1
Tiananmen vigil activists sought end to communist rule in name of democracy, Hong Kong nat. sec trial told | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Three Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists had sought the end of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)’s rule in the name of “so-called democracy,” prosecutors have argued during a high-profile national...
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January 27, 2026 at 8:15 AM
Three Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists had sought the end of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)’s rule in the name of “so-called democracy,” prosecutors have argued during a high-profile national security trial. In full: buff.ly/RZZ52c1
Two popular pandas are set to leave Tokyo for China Tuesday, leaving Japan without any of the beloved bears for the first time in 50 years as ties between the Asian neighbours fray. In full: buff.ly/zoVruE3
Japan's beloved last pandas leave for China as ties fray | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Two popular pandas are set to leave Tokyo for China Tuesday, leaving Japan without any of the beloved bears for the first time in 50 years as ties between the Asian neighbours fray. Panda twins Lei Lei...
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January 27, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Two popular pandas are set to leave Tokyo for China Tuesday, leaving Japan without any of the beloved bears for the first time in 50 years as ties between the Asian neighbours fray. In full: buff.ly/zoVruE3
Two former pro-democracy district councillors jailed in the landmark “47 democrats” national security case have reportedly been released from prison after serving four years and 11 months behind bars. In full: buff.ly/gpWyMhK
47 democrats case: Two ex-HK councillors released from jail - reports
Two former pro-democracy district councillors jailed in the landmark “47 democrats” national security case have reportedly been released from prison after serving four years and 11 months behind bars.
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January 27, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Two former pro-democracy district councillors jailed in the landmark “47 democrats” national security case have reportedly been released from prison after serving four years and 11 months behind bars. In full: buff.ly/gpWyMhK
Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Erick Tsang has stepped down from his position, citing a risk of prostate cancer. In full: buff.ly/0OmCtSy
Erick Tsang, Secretary for Constitutional Mainland Affairs, resigns due to cancer risk
Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Erick Tsang has stepped down from his position, citing prostate cancer risk.
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January 27, 2026 at 2:08 AM
Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Erick Tsang has stepped down from his position, citing a risk of prostate cancer. In full: buff.ly/0OmCtSy
A former People’s Liberation Army soldier has been reportedly sentenced to eight months in prison in Hong Kong after admitting to offering illegal ride-hailing services in his Tesla Model S sedan while visiting the city as a tourist. In full: buff.ly/YZLpooT
Hong Kong jails ex-Chinese solider for 8 months for offering illegal taxi services 691 times - reports
A former People’s Liberation Army soldier has been reportedly sentenced to eight months in prison in Hong Kong after admitting to offering illegal ride-hailing services in his Tesla Model S sedan while...
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January 27, 2026 at 12:00 AM
A former People’s Liberation Army soldier has been reportedly sentenced to eight months in prison in Hong Kong after admitting to offering illegal ride-hailing services in his Tesla Model S sedan while visiting the city as a tourist. In full: buff.ly/YZLpooT
Activists who led a group that once organised Hong Kong's annual Tiananmen crackdown vigils continued to advocate an end to one-party rule in China after the national security law came into effect in June 2020, prosecutors have said. In full: buff.ly/vt82gyC
Tiananmen vigil activists still urged end to one-party rule in China after security law was enacted, nat. sec trial hears | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Three activists who led a group that once organised Hong Kong’s annual Tiananmen crackdown remembrance vigils continued to advocate an end to one-party rule in mainland China after the national security...
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January 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Activists who led a group that once organised Hong Kong's annual Tiananmen crackdown vigils continued to advocate an end to one-party rule in China after the national security law came into effect in June 2020, prosecutors have said. In full: buff.ly/vt82gyC
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January 26, 2026 at 10:46 AM
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Hong Kong signed a deal with the Shanghai Gold Exchange on Monday to foster gold trading, and is planning to vastly expand its storage capacity for the safe-haven asset which hit new highs. In full: buff.ly/XzUxlEs
Hong Kong signs deal with Shanghai to boost gold trading; surpasses record US$5k in value | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Hong Kong signed a deal with the Shanghai Gold Exchange on Monday to foster gold trading, and is planning to vastly expand its storage capacity for the safe-haven asset which hit new highs. Gold surpassed...
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January 26, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Hong Kong signed a deal with the Shanghai Gold Exchange on Monday to foster gold trading, and is planning to vastly expand its storage capacity for the safe-haven asset which hit new highs. In full: buff.ly/XzUxlEs
More than half of the 560 businesses that Hong Kong’s investment arm helped set up or expand into the city last year were from mainland China, according to an official statement. In full: buff.ly/jkXBXCe
Hong Kong investment arm helped 560 new overseas and Chinese businesses set up in 2025, half from mainland | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
More than half of the 560 businesses that Hong Kong’s investment arm helped set up or expand into the city last year were from mainland China, according to an official statement. The total number of...
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January 26, 2026 at 6:00 AM
More than half of the 560 businesses that Hong Kong’s investment arm helped set up or expand into the city last year were from mainland China, according to an official statement. In full: buff.ly/jkXBXCe
The US will impose 100-percent tariffs on Canadian imports should Ottawa finalize a new trade deal with China, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday, amplifying a similar threat from President Donald Trump a day earlier. In full: buff.ly/cQfyrut
US will slap 100% tariffs on Canada if it seals China trade deal | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
The United States will impose 100-percent tariffs on Canadian imports should Ottawa finalize a new trade deal with China, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday, amplifying a similar threat from...
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January 26, 2026 at 4:30 AM
The US will impose 100-percent tariffs on Canadian imports should Ottawa finalize a new trade deal with China, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday, amplifying a similar threat from President Donald Trump a day earlier. In full: buff.ly/cQfyrut
Pro-democracy activist Lester Shum, one of the opposition figures jailed in relation to the “Hong Kong 47” national security case, has been reportedly released from prison. In full: buff.ly/y1uFteh
Pro-democracy activist Lester Shum, one of the ‘Hong Kong 47,’ released from jail - reports | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Pro-democracy activist Lester Shum, one of the opposition figures jailed in relation to the “Hong Kong 47” national security case, has been reportedly released from prison after completing a four-and-a-half-year...
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January 26, 2026 at 3:30 AM
Pro-democracy activist Lester Shum, one of the opposition figures jailed in relation to the “Hong Kong 47” national security case, has been reportedly released from prison. In full: buff.ly/y1uFteh
Hong Kong authorities will focus on education over imposing penalties in enforcing the city's new seat belt law, which took effect on Sunday, the city's transport chief has said. In full: buff.ly/DihvNyt
New seat belt law to focus on public education, not punishing passengers, Hong Kong transport minister says
Hong Kong authorities will focus on education over imposing penalties in enforcing the city's new seat belt law, which took effect on Sunday, the city's transport chief has said.
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January 26, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Hong Kong authorities will focus on education over imposing penalties in enforcing the city's new seat belt law, which took effect on Sunday, the city's transport chief has said. In full: buff.ly/DihvNyt
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January 25, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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An American climber took on Taiwan's tallest building on Sunday, without ropes or safety gear, in a daring feat that drew hundreds of spectators to the tower's base and many more online through a live Netflix broadcast. In full: buff.ly/47WAXkc
Alex Honnold free-climbs Taiwan's tallest building without ropes, safety gear | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
An American climber took on Taiwan’s tallest building on Sunday, without ropes or safety gear, in a daring feat that drew hundreds of spectators to the tower’s base and many more online through a...
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January 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM
An American climber took on Taiwan's tallest building on Sunday, without ropes or safety gear, in a daring feat that drew hundreds of spectators to the tower's base and many more online through a live Netflix broadcast. In full: buff.ly/47WAXkc
China said on Saturday the senior vice chairman of its powerful Central Military Commission (CMC) and another high-ranking official were under investigation for suspected "serious violations of discipline", a common euphemism for corruption. In full: buff.ly/Xnkqs28
China says top military official under investigation for suspected 'serious violations of discipline' | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
China said on Saturday the senior vice chairman of its powerful Central Military Commission (CMC) and another high-ranking official were under investigation for suspected “serious violations of discipline”,...
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January 25, 2026 at 3:15 AM
China said on Saturday the senior vice chairman of its powerful Central Military Commission (CMC) and another high-ranking official were under investigation for suspected "serious violations of discipline", a common euphemism for corruption. In full: buff.ly/Xnkqs28
Donald Trump warned Canada that if it concludes a trade deal with China, he will impose a 100 percent tariff on all goods coming over the border. In full: buff.ly/7CwWrAG
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff if it completes China trade deal
Donald Trump warned Canada that if it concludes a trade deal with China, he will impose a 100 percent tariff on all goods coming over the border.
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January 25, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Donald Trump warned Canada that if it concludes a trade deal with China, he will impose a 100 percent tariff on all goods coming over the border. In full: buff.ly/7CwWrAG
"Emanate," an exhibition organised by the NGO AIDS Concern, showcased fragrances crafted by patients, carers, and healthcare workers to reflect their personal histories. In full: buff.ly/5nGye34
HK art show destigmatises, humanises living with HIV through personal scents
"Emanate," an exhibition organised by the NGO AIDS Concern, showcased fragrances crafted by patients, carers, and healthcare workers to reflect their personal histories.
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January 25, 2026 at 12:15 AM
"Emanate," an exhibition organised by the NGO AIDS Concern, showcased fragrances crafted by patients, carers, and healthcare workers to reflect their personal histories. In full: buff.ly/5nGye34
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January 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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In the Arctic, China's military presence, while modest, has also grown, mainly in collaboration with Russia since 2022. In full: buff.ly/Q86nq4T
What are Russia and China doing in the Arctic? | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
While Russia and China strongly deny any plans to seize Greenland, as US President Donald Trump claims, both value the Arctic’s strategic value and are seeking to boost their presence there. The development...
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January 24, 2026 at 6:15 AM
In the Arctic, China's military presence, while modest, has also grown, mainly in collaboration with Russia since 2022. In full: buff.ly/Q86nq4T
The January 2025 release of a low-cost generative AI model from DeepSeek that performed at a similar level to ChatGPT and other top American chatbots upended assumptions of US dominance in the sensitive sector. In full: buff.ly/0jKGj67
Inside China's buzzing AI scene year after DeepSeek shock | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Before DeepSeek shook up the tech world and put Chinese artificial intelligence on the map, Wu Chenglin’s own startup had nearly folded three times — but in the past year it has raised $30 million....
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January 24, 2026 at 6:00 AM
The January 2025 release of a low-cost generative AI model from DeepSeek that performed at a similar level to ChatGPT and other top American chatbots upended assumptions of US dominance in the sensitive sector. In full: buff.ly/0jKGj67