U.S. seeks Snowden’s extradition, urges Hong Kong to act quickly
NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden, an analyst with a U.S. defence contractor, is seen in this file still image taken from video during an interview by The Guardian in his hotel room in Hong Kong June 6...
View ArticleSnowden leaves Hong Kong, frustrating US extradition effort
Protesters in support of Edward Snowden, a contractor at the National Security Agency, hold a photo of him during a demonstration outside the U.S. Consulate in Hong Kong on June 13. An aircraft...
View ArticleU.S. asked Ecuador not to give Snowden asylum
A television screen shows former U.S. spy agency contractor Edward Snowden during a news bulletin at a cafe at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport.Credit: Reuters Ecuadorean President Rafael Correa said on...
View ArticleStarbucks writes ‘Vagina’ instead of ‘Virginia,’ woman obviously upset
Credit: Getty Images Just yesterday, this reporter was talking with a colleague about how we sometimes use fake names at Starbucks to make the process easier. I’ve gotten everything from ‘Berry’ to...
View ArticleThousands remember Tiananmen as China tightens security
Hong Kong’s Victoria Park was the site of a candlelight vigil Tuesday night to mourn those who died in a military crackdown on pro-democracy movement at Beijing’s Tiananmen Square in 1989. Tens of...
View ArticleIceland may not be the haven NSA leaker hopes
U.S. National Security Agency whistleblower Edward Snowden, an analyst with a U.S. defence contractor, is seen in this still image taken from a video during an interview with the Guardian in his hotel...
View ArticleEdward Snowden: In Hong Kong, ex-CIA man may not escape U.S. reach
U.S. National Security Agency whistleblower Edward Snowden, an analyst with a U.S. defence contractor, is seen in this still image taken from a video during an interview with the Guardian in his hotel...
View ArticleHong Kong rally backs Snowden, denounces allegations of U.S. spying
Edward Snowden, a former contractor at the National Security Agency (NSA), is seen during news broadcast on a screen at a shopping mall in Hong Kong June 16, 2013. REUTERS/Bobby Yip A few hundred...
View ArticleKremlin says unaware of Snowden’s plans
NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden, an analyst with a U.S. defence contractor, is seen in this still image taken from video during an interview by The Guardian in his hotel room in Hong Kong June 6,...
View ArticleEcuador mulls asylum for NSA whistleblower Snowden
NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden, who worked for a defense contractor, faces a variety of charges in the U.S.Credit: Reuters Ecuador is reviewing Edward Snowden’s asylum request and will make a...
View ArticleBruce Lee’s legacy still debated 40 years after his death
A shopkeeper introduces a latest Chinese edition of “Bruce Lee’s Fighting Method” by the late Kung Fu legend Bruce Lee on the first day of the week-long Hong Kong Book Fair.Credit: Reuters Late kung...
View ArticleSnowden could leave soon: Moscow airport source
Airport security staff secure an area after former U.S. spy agency contractor Edward Snowden was granted documents that will allow him to leave the transit area of Sheremetyevo airport in...
View ArticleVIDEO: World’s most valuable diamond could fetch $60 million
Calling Kim Kardashian (and Kanye West): A huge and rare pink diamond could fetch more than $60 million at auction in November as collectors chase exceptional pieces in a strong international...
View ArticleVIDEO: Girl slaps boyfriend in public, gets arrested
A young woman has been arrested after scolding her boyfriend on a Hong Kong street and slapping him repeatedly in front of a crowd of onlookers. The two were having a “dispute over love affairs,” and a...
View ArticleThe Word: Attacked Michael Bay says the show must go on
Director Michael Bay was attacked in Hong Kong while filming ‘Transformers.’ Credit: Getty Images Hong Kong has not been the most welcoming place for Michael Bay, who is in the city to film the fourth...
View ArticleHong Kong may need to cut short its luxurious lunch
Equities traders in Hong Kong may soon have to say goodbye to lunches of sauteed ostrich and crispy pigeon and settle for a sandwich at their desks. Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Ltd. Chief...
View ArticleNew York takes London’s crown as top financial center
Ferry boats navigate through flowing ice on the Hudson River past the New York City skyline as seen from Jersey City, New Jersey January 10, 2014. Credit: Reuters New York has knocked London from its...
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