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other 9d ago Hong Kong

Hong Kong Hotels Reach 90 Percent Occupancy

A resident living in a lower-floor unit for over a decade expressed hope to retrieve mementos from her severely damaged apartment. Tourism Promotion Bureau Director-General Chiu Ting-bong reported that overnight stays and stays of more than one night each accounted for half of the 90 percent occupancy. The source also mentioned a discussion about potentially adding a 15% tax to gaming platforms, which would require an annual rating system and parental monitoring. Gaming platforms with a user base in Turkey will also need a local representative within six months of the law's full implementation. This demand has led to hotel pricing being higher than usual. The weather forecast for Hong Kong is mostly cloudy with scattered showers and thunderstorms tonight. The Hong Kong Catering Association also noted activity in the tourist district catering industry.
RTHK Radio 1 Hong Kong
health 9d ago Hong Kong

High Protein Intake May Burden Liver Function

Consuming high amounts of protein may increase the burden on liver function. Similar to alcohol, high protein intake can strain the liver. Beverages with caffeine, such as coffee, are also advised against as they can increase the load on the heart muscle.
RTHK Radio 1 Cantonese
health 9d ago Hong Kong

Health Officials Advise Handwashing

Health officials are advising proper handwashing techniques to prevent illness, recommending washing hands for 20 seconds with clean towels or air dryers.
RTHK Radio 1 Cantonese
culture 9d ago Hong Kong

Historical Drama 'The Mirror' Premieres

The historical drama 'The Mirror' has premiered. The show airs Monday to Friday at 8:30 PM on Channel 31. The drama revisits history from the first century BC, focusing on the Han Dynasty's military intelligence gathering and conflicts.
RTHK Radio 1 Cantonese
health 9d ago Hong Kong

Health Officials Advise Handwashing

Proper handwashing technique involves washing hands for 20 seconds with soap and drying them with a clean towel or finger dryer. Proper handwashing techniques are advised, including washing hands after touching potentially contaminated surfaces.
RTHK Radio 1 Cantonese
other 9d ago Hong Kong

Campground Facility Improvements Needed

District Councilor Zhang Meihong discussed improvements for campsite facilities, particularly for female visitors. District Councilor Zhang Meihong acknowledged that while visitor numbers are increasing, facilities like restrooms at campsites require improvement.
RTHK Radio 1 Hong Kong
other 9d ago Hong Kong

Hong Kong Becomes Fifth Largest Commodity Trader

A traffic incident involving a broken-down vehicle is causing a lane blockage on the Shenzhen Bay Link Road towards Yuen Long, near Deep Bay. Police reported that investment scams involving cryptocurrency and gaming have led to losses for elderly residents. Police reported that investment in cryptocurrency through gaming led to losses exceeding 84 million dollars. The transcript mentions that some patients with chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, lung, and kidney diseases, or diabetes and tumors, are recommended to get vaccinated against pneumonia to reduce infection risks. The specific methods used by the scammers and the exact timeframe of these losses are not detailed. Scammers in Hong Kong have targeted elderly individuals, resulting in losses amounting to 3.33 billion dollars. The French CAC 40 index closed up 0.53%, and the Nikkei 225 in Japan rose 0.38%.
RTHK Radio 1 Cantonese
economy 9d ago Hong Kong

Hong Kong Exchange Fund Reports Q1 Losses

This reduction is part of ongoing efforts to streamline financial services. The market saw gains of over 1,000 points by the end of the trading session. Changfei Optical Fibre and Cable ranked tenth, also showing gains. The Hang Seng Index rose 460 points to close at 26,235.
RTHK Radio 1 Cantonese
culture 9d ago Hong Kong

Elderly Targeted In Hong Kong Scam Increase

A flag-raising ceremony was held at Wan Chai Golden Bauhinia Square to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the Long March and the 107th anniversary of the May Fourth Movement. The Hong Kong Stock Exchange saw gains, with the Hang Seng Index rising 460 points to 26,235.
RTHK Radio 1 Cantonese
other 9d ago Hong Kong

New Commuter Route Opens in Hong Kong

Various coastal areas are accessible through hiking trails, with some locations requiring boat travel or walking time. The opening occurred yesterday morning at 8 AM. This new route is expected to improve public transportation and ease traffic congestion in the area.
RTHK Radio 1 Hong Kong