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Typhoon Kong-rey hits Taiwan's east coast, leaving 1 dead
A powerful typhoon has made landfall in Taiwan, killing one person and bringing high winds and floods to much of the island’s east coast and northern areasWorld - ABC News - 3 hours ago -
Typhoon Kong-Rey Takes Aim at Taiwan
The storm prompted closures and raised the risk of landslides as it approached the island. It was expected to hit as the equivalent of a Category 4 hurricane.World - The New York Times - 14 hours ago -
Typhoon Kong-rey Makes Landfall in Taiwan With Powerful Winds
The Category 3 storm was the most powerful tropical cyclone to hit Taiwan in nearly 30 years, the government said.Top stories - The New York Times - 6 hours ago -
Typhoon Kong-rey: biggest storm in decades makes landfall in Taiwan
People warned to stay inside because of high risk of landslides, storm surges, destructive winds and flooding. Taiwan has shut down work, school and transport as the biggest typhoon to hit the ...World - The Guardian - 3 hours ago -
Taiwan shuts down as Typhoon Kong-rey makes landfall
A strong Typhoon Kong-rey made landfall on Taiwan’s east coast on Thursday, the largest storm by size to hit the island in nearly 30 years.Top stories - NBC News - 3 hours ago -
Flying Into Storms Improves Forecasts, but It Is Rare in Asia’s Typhoon Alley
While observational flights have improved forecasts for many storms in the Americas, such flights have been far fewer for storms that have hit Asia.World - The New York Times - October 16 -
Nine monkeys die mysteriously at Hong Kong zoo
Zoo authorities in Hong Kong are investigating after nine monkeys of various species died of mysterious causes since Sunday.Top stories - NBC News - October 15 -
9 Monkeys Die in a Hong Kong Zoo
The zoo partially closed after the deaths, which occurred over two days and included members of a critically endangered species.World - The New York Times - October 15 -
Hong Kong slashes tax on spirits to boost nightlife
Chinese territory’s chief executive John Lee tries to turn around economy amid fall in tourism and consumptionBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
Raducanu out of Hong Kong Open despite 'progress'
Britain's Emma Raducanu pulls out of a fifth tournament in a row, the Hong Kong Open, after spraining ligaments in her foot.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Hong Kong discovers dinosaur fossils for the first time
Officials in Hong Kong say they have discovered dinosaur fossils in the city for the first time on a remote, uninhabited island that’s part of a geoparkWorld - ABC News - October 23 -
Hong Kong discovers dinosaur fossils for the first time
Officials in Hong Kong say they have discovered dinosaur fossils in the city for the first time on a remote, uninhabited island that’s part of a geoparkTech - ABC News - October 23 -
Hong Kong discovers dinosaur fossils for the first time
Scientists have discovered dinosaur fossils for the first time in Hong Kong.Top stories - NBC News - October 24 -
Boulter makes light work of Hong Kong opener
Britain's Katie Boulter sees off the challenge of Japan's Aoi Ito in her opening match at the Hong Kong Open.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Boulter through to quarter-finals of Hong Kong Open
British number one Katie Boulter makes the quarter-finals of the Hong Kong Open with a straight-set win over China's Wang Xiyu.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Japan, UK and Italy to expedite next-generation fighter jet to replace F-2s and Eurofighter Typhoons
The defense ministers of Japan, the U.K. and Italy have agreed to accelerate the joint development of a next-generation fighter jetTech - ABC News - October 20 -
Part of Hong Kong zoo closed after 8 monkeys found dead
Officials in Hong Kong are investigating the deaths of eight monkeys in the region's oldest zoo, including 3 critically endangered Cotton-top Tamarins.Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
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Hong Kong cuts liquor tax in an effort to reignite its nightlife industry
Hong Kong’s leader has announced a cut in liquor taxes as the Asian financial hub hopes to revive its reputation as a travel destination with a vibrant nightlife and dining sceneWorld - ABC News - October 16 -
Hong Kong’s IPO market could benefit from robo-vehicle boom
If Horizon reaches its $696mn target, it would be the city’s largest initial public offering this yearWorld - Financial Times - October 16 -
Hong Kong zoo officials reveal what killed 9 monkeys
The animals contracted melioidosis, possibly after some digging work near their cages, that later caused them to develop sepsis, officials said.Top stories - CBS News - October 18 -
HSBC to split U.K. and Hong Kong banking arms into two separate units
HSBC’s overhaul will see the bank split into four separate units under the control of two distinct Eastern and Western markets divisions, new CEO Georges Elhedery saidBusiness - MarketWatch - October 22 -
China Resources Beverage Shares Jump in Hong Kong Debut
China Resources Beverage shares surged on their Hong Kong debut, buoyed by positive market sentiment as trading activity in the city picks up.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23 -
Hong Kong Exchange Operator's Profit Rises on Strong Trading, Listings
Hong Kong’s stock-exchange operator reported higher profit for the second straight quarter as improved market sentiment boosted trading and listing activity.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23 -
Hong Kong unearths its first ever dinosaur fossils
Official hails discovery ‘of great significance’ on Port Island, with remains of as yet unknown species to go on display in shopping district on Friday. Hong Kong officials say they have discovered ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
HSBC Hong Kong joins China’s alternative to Swift global payments system
Direct participation in Cips system will mean faster settlements and help internationalise use of renminbiBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
The Sandbox launches multi-year partnership with King Kong of Skull Island
The Sandbox has launched a multi-year partnership with King Kong of Skull Island to build a space inside its virtual world where you can build, own, and monetize your gaming experiences. The ...Tech - VentureBeat - 5 days ago -
Rescued diary in Hong Kong sheds light on Chinese involvement in D-Day
The diary of a Chinese naval officer that was discovered in Hong Kong sheds light on Chinese involvement in the D-Day landings at Normandy.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
New Hong Kong-focused ETF gains approval in Saudi Arabia
Hang Seng Investment Management is second manager to get green light as authorities push for closer ties between both marketsWorld - Financial Times - 8 hours ago -
A Hong Kong zoo seeks answers after 9 monkeys die in 2 days
Hong Kong’s oldest zoo is seeking answers in a monkey medical mystery after nine animals died in two days, including three members of a critically endangered speciesTech - ABC News - October 15 -
Mario Vs. Donkey Kong's Nintendo Switch Remake Finally Gets A Solid Discount
Mario vs. Donkey Kong is on sale for its lowest price yet for a limited time. Normally $50, the fun puzzle-platformer is only $40 at Woot . Mario vs. Donkey Kong released in February and has ...Tech - GameSpot - October 15
