Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Queen Elizabeth II Cup: Royal Tribute, Royal Title, and a Legacy of Champions
The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) staged the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Cup (27 April) at Sha Tin Racecourse, with…
2025
Continue reading
Hong Kong’s £500 Million Fake Note Fiasco: How Social Media Fuels Financial Farce
A bizarre case involving counterfeit “HK$500 million bonds” has sent shockwaves through Hong Kong’s bustling Mong Kok district. Three elderly…
Hong Kong Advances Tobacco Control with New Legislative Measures for 2025
The Hong Kong government has intensified its efforts to curb smoking, with the Tobacco Control Legislation (Amendment) Bill 2025 published…
UK Monetary Policy Update: Gold Standard Rumours Spark Debate, Pound in Focus
A recent rumour suggesting the UK might reinstate the gold standard has ignited widespread discussion on social media, briefly impacting…
King Charles III to Miss Pope Francis’ Funeral Due to Tradition and Health, Prince William to Attend
Buckingham Palace has confirmed that His Majesty King Charles III will not attend the funeral of Pope Francis, scheduled for…
China’s WTO Promises: Unfulfilled Commitments, Mutual Accusations, and the Risk of Global Isolation
When China joined the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001, it pledged to open its markets, reduce trade barriers, and…
Pope Francis Passes Away: A Legacy of Compassion and Controversy
Pope Francis, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away this morning at 7:35 AM in the Vatican’s Domus…
Scotland’s Musselburgh Corgi Derby: Juno Claims 2025 Crown, Continuing a Fun-Filled Tradition
Musselburgh Racecourse in Scotland once again took centre stage as the annual “Corgi Derby” captivated crowds of dog lovers and…
Confucius Institutes: The Rise, Fall, and Reinvention of China’s Soft Power Strategy
For years, Confucius Institutes (CIs) have been China’s flagship soft power initiative, promoting Mandarin language learning and Chinese culture worldwide….
UK Energy Bill Controversy Intensifies: Should Wealthier Households Bear More of Equipment Upgrade Costs?
Public discontent over soaring energy bills in the UK is growing, particularly regarding the heavy burden placed on low-income households…