Hong Kong reported 44 new coronavirus cases on Monday as the government announced an extension to social distancing measures aimed at controlling further spreading of the virus, which has seen a ... ( read original story ...)
Time for de-escalation? Hong Kong as the ‘frontline’ between the US and China
In the words of the Global Times, Jimmy Lai has made Hong Kong the “frontline” between the US and China. While I think they give too much credit to Lai, there is no doubt that the US and China have ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Shipping Terminal Hit by Coronavirus, Threatening Movement of Goods
Hong Kong reported 31 local coronavirus cases Monday while extending social distancing restrictions for another week as new clusters emerged, including one at a shipping terminal that could disrupt ... ( read original story ...)
Mounting U.S.-China tensions are ‘unhelpful’ for Hong Kong, city’s commerce secretary says
China tensions are not good for Hong Kong, said the city's secretary for commerce and economic development, as he urged everyone to recognize that the "common enemy" of the world is the coronavirus ... ( read original story ...)
China risks losing Taiwan ‘forever’ due to its actions in Hong Kong, says strategist
The "big price" that China is paying for tightening its control over Hong Kong is Taiwan, said David Roche, president and global strategist at Independent Strategy. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Police Force suspends sending officers for UK training
The Hong Kong Police Force claims it has voluntarily decided to postpone sending officers to Britain for an extended training programme because of the pandemic.The police force had planned on sending ... ( read original story ...)
‘We want a fairer society’: Freddy Lim, Taiwan’s metalhead MP
The frontman of metal band Chthonic has also won two terms as a member of Taiwanese parliament. He explains how music gave him a voice – and what he wants to say next ... ( read original story ...)
Brunei: Rare beetle species spotted in Kota Batu; no Covid-19 case in nine days
A rare species of beetle has made a brief visit to a residence in Kota Batu. Coloured a brilliant metallic green with black spots, the beetle is commonly known as the Jewel Bug or Lychee Shield-Backed ... ( read original story ...)
Brunei reports no new COVID-19 cases for 10 consecutive days
(Xinhua) -- Brunei reported no new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, with the national tally of cases standing at 142. It marked the 10th consecutive day without new cases since August 7. According to ... ( read original story ...)
Royal Brunei Air provides unique dining, tour in the sky experience
The first of its kind Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) Dine & Fly flight took off on Sunday (Aug 16) morning with 99 passengers on board to experience a rare and memorable opportunity to view iconic ... ( read original story ...)