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Hong Kong

March 22 Hong Kong (Sha Tin) preview

Derby all Stormy Grove’s

Regular partner Harry Bentley will try and use Stormy Grove's customary style of settling back, letting the race unfold, before producing a late surge to claim the BMW Hong Kong Derby (2,000m) at Sha Tin on March 22.
Regular partner Harry Bentley will try and use Stormy Grove's customary style of settling back, letting the race unfold, before producing a late surge to claim the BMW Hong Kong Derby (2,000m) at Sha Tin on March 22.

Crude down as Netanyahu looks to reassure on war

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also said he would help the US try to secure Hormuz, through which a fifth of global oil and gas flows.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also said he would help the US try to secure Hormuz, through which a fifth of global oil and gas flows.

Panama's president rejects 'outrageous' claims by CK Hutchison over canceled port contracts

A Panama Ports Company sign is seen over containers at the Balboa port in Panama City October 10, 2014. REUTERS/Carlos Jasso/File Photo
A Panama Ports Company sign is seen over containers at the Balboa port in Panama City October 10, 2014. REUTERS/Carlos Jasso/File Photo

Independent Hong Kong panel starts hearing into devastating inferno

People arrive at the venue where an independent committee conducts evidential hearings for the deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po last November, in Hong Kong, China March 19, 2026. REUTERS/Joyce Zhou
People arrive at the venue where an independent committee conducts evidential hearings for the deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po last November, in Hong Kong, China March 19, 2026. REUTERS/Joyce Zhou

Hong Kong fire: Panel hears safety measures failed on day of deadly blaze

Clips played at March 19’s hearing showed flames shooting up the building and scaffolding falling from the exterior after the fire broke out early in the afternoon.
Clips played at March 19’s hearing showed flames shooting up the building and scaffolding falling from the exterior after the fire broke out early in the afternoon.

Lions coach Gavin Lee demands humility and hunger even in dead rubber against Bangladesh

Lions coach Gavin Lee wants his team to make full use of each international window and match to prepare for the 2027 Asian Cup.
Lions coach Gavin Lee wants his team to make full use of each international window and match to prepare for the 2027 Asian Cup.

Hong Kong regulatory scrutiny puts share sale boom at risk

Beijing is restricting certain types of Chinese companies incorporated overseas from seeking listings in Hong Kong, according to people familiar with the matter.
Beijing is restricting certain types of Chinese companies incorporated overseas from seeking listings in Hong Kong, according to people familiar with the matter.

March 18 Hong Kong (Happy Valley) preview

Look out for Crimson Flash

Crimson Flash.
Crimson Flash.

Irfan Fandi, Nur Adam Abdullah recalled for Lions’ March 31 Asian Cup qualifier

Irfan Fandi hopes to give Singapore a defensive boost after being handed a national-team recall alongside Nur Adam Abdullah.
Irfan Fandi hopes to give Singapore a defensive boost after being handed a national-team recall alongside Nur Adam Abdullah.

China clamps down on key route to Hong Kong IPOs after deal boom

Some companies have already been asked by the Chinese securities regulator to overhaul their structure before proceeding with Hong Kong listings.
Some companies have already been asked by the Chinese securities regulator to overhaul their structure before proceeding with Hong Kong listings.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.