Elderly Hong Kong woman missing for 5 days found in Tai Po bush

Large search was mounted, involving more than 200 people, including dozens of personnel from police, fire services and the Civil Aid Service.

Avian Influenza Report (Volume 21, Number 13 (Week 13))

Avian Influenza Report (Volume 21, Number 13 (Week 13))

Public transport service arrangements for departures of Hong Kong Sevens (roundup)

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Hong Kong Disneyland to give away 200,000 tickets to charities, NGOs

Park is celebrating 20th anniversary with double average giveaway amount.

4.58m trips expected for four-day festival

Cheng Wong
More than 4.58 million passenger trips through Hong Kong’s sea, land and air control points are expected for the Ching Ming holiday from today to Sunday, according to the Immigration Department.
Around 3.91 million of the travelers will go through land boundary control points, the…

Another rate cut looms as EU prices ease

Euro zone inflation eased as expected last month and a key measure of underlying price pressures also fell, likely adding to already widespread expectations for another European Central Bank interest rate cut later in April.
Consumer price growth in the 20 nations sharing the euro eased to 2.2…

Trump’s Liberation Day to fuel inflation, knock sheen off gold

Reuters and staff reporter
US President Donald Trump will unleash massive tariffs today against all major US trading partners to fulfil his administration’s ambitious economic agenda.
The rollout, dubbed by the president as “Liberation Day,” is expected to fuel inflationary pressures and take the…

Dividend outlook’s strong, says Tucker

Bloomberg and staff reporter
HSBC (0005) senior executives told shareholders in Hong Kong that they remained focused on paying out dividends and are committed to growing in the Asia region.
At an annual presentation to hundreds of shareholders, HSBC chairman Mark Tucker said he was confident about…

Crypto boss to blow whistle on ‘ponzi scheme’ in city

Staff reporter and agencies
Chinese cryptocurrency entrepreneur Justin Sun Yuchen is to hold a press conference on Thursday in Hong Kong to reveal a “ponzi scheme” involving a “traditional financial institution” in the city and Web3 platforms.
The invitation was issued by Tron, the company behind…

ChatGPT image tool draws a million new users in one hour

Cici Cao and Reuters
ChatGPT gained one million new users in an hour yesterday, following the latest launch of its most advanced AI image generator to date, according to OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman.
The tool, available to all free-tier ChatGPT users, sparked a social media trend imitating the…

Green Innovations Poised to Dominate the Lighting Market

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In a significant shift towards sustainability, the lighting market is on the brink of transformation, driven by a wave of innovative green products. As consumers and businesses alike prioritise eco-friendly solutions, here are eight standout products set to redefine the landscape:

1.Smart LED Mirror: This advanced mirror features customisable smart lighting solutions, including adjustable brightness, anti-fog technology, and a modern design. Equipped with Bluetooth speakers, a digital clock, Wi-Fi weather updates, and USB ports, it enhances comfort in hotels and residences. 

2.Wi-Fi Smart Switch Range: Designed for various lighting solutions, this switch connects to Wi-Fi systems for remote control and automated management, enhancing convenience and safety for users.3.Camping String Lights: These solar-powered lights are portable and rechargeable, ideal for camping. With a built-in 2200mAh battery, they provide up to 10 hours of illumination and feature a 33ft light string with 84 vibrant LED chips.

4.LED Fog Bathroom Mirror: This sleek mirror features a touch switch, luminous efficacy of 80 lm/w, and a lifespan of 50,000 hours. It is designed for modern bathrooms in hotels. 
5.Casambi DALI Compatible Freestanding Lamp: Composed of three parts, this lamp offers both direct and indirect lighting with a precise optical design. It features Casambi Bluetooth wireless control for brightness adjustment, making it suitable for modern office environments.

6.Caimeta™ AIoT Platform: A secure digital platform developed for smart IoT lighting systems, Caimeta™ offers end-to-end connected lighting solutions across various industries, from retail to hospitality.
7.Smart Sensor Network for Hotel Rooms: This solution accurately detects human presence using sensors, reducing costs and enhancing efficiency in hotel power systems. It requires no additional programming, making installation straightforward.

8.Smart IoT Solutions: This…

More than 1,900 scientists issue urgent call over Trump administration’s threats to research

2nd April 2025 – (Washington) More than 1,900 scientists have collectively signed a letter expressing alarm over President Donald Trump’s perceived assaults on the scientific community. The letter, released on Monday by members of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, describes a “climate of fear” permeating the research environment. “We see real danger […]
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U.S. lawmakers propose renaming street in Washington after jailed Jimmy Lai

2nd April 2025 – (Washington) On Tuesday, U.S. lawmakers took steps to rename the street adjacent to Hong Kong’s Washington office in honour of Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy media owner currently imprisoned. A bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives to designate the street as “Jimmy Lai Way” along the thoroughfare featuring the […]
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No jackpot winner in latest Mark Six draw as first prize fund grows to HK$20m

2nd April 2025 – (Hong Kong) In the 36th draw of the Mark Six Lottery held last night, the winning numbers were 6, 14, 17, 30, 35, and 42, with a special number of 49. Remarkably, there were no winners for the jackpot. However, there were some payouts for lesser prizes: 0.5 bets won the […]
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Street renaming for Jimmy Lai demonstrates the folly of U.S. lawmakers

2nd April 2025 – (Washington) In a move as trivial as it is provocative, a group of U.S. lawmakers has introduced legislation to rename the street outside Hong Kong’s Washington trade office after Jimmy Lai, the imprisoned media tycoon currently standing trial in Hong Kong for alleged collusion with foreign forces. The proposed “Jimmy Lai […]
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Hong Kong government to implement ban on electronic cigarettes next year and strengthen tobacco control measures

2nd April 2025 – (Hong Kong) The Hong Kong government is set to intensify its tobacco control efforts, with plans to announce additional measures by the end of this month. These will include amendments to existing laws aimed at enhancing penalties for the possession and trafficking of illicit cigarettes. The maximum fine for the sale […]
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Urban taxi licence value plunges over 60% to HK$2.68m, losing HK$4.55m from 10-year high

2nd April 2025 – (Hong Kong) The value of taxi licences in Hong Kong has experienced a dramatic decline, recording a substantial loss of over half their value in the past decade. According to the latest data from HKTEx, the price of urban taxi licence (red taxis) was reported at HK$2.68 million in March, representing […]
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