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South China Morning Post
3 days ago
- South China Morning Post
From war to Covid-19, how Hong Kong's Star Ferry stayed afloat in the last 127 years
Hong Kong's classic white-and-green Star Ferry has been sailing across Victoria Harbour for over 120 years, transporting passengers between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. However, it has not been smooth sailing. The ferry has managed to stay afloat amid turbulent waters, including the 1966 riots, World War II, and the Covid-19 pandemic. How did a HK$4 (US$0.50) ferry ride transform from a mere transport tool into a Hong Kong icon? This episode of Hong Kong Authentic takes you through the history of the Star Ferry and what makes it so special to the city. Advertisement
South China Morning Post
3 days ago
- South China Morning Post
From riots to war to Covid-19, how Star Ferry stayed afloat in its wavey 127-year-old journey
Read more: Hong Kong's classic white-and-green Star Ferry has been sailing across Victoria Harbour for over 120 years, carrying passengers between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. But it has not been smooth sailing. The ferry managed to stay afloat amid turbulent waters including the 1966 riots, World War II, and Covid-19 pandemic. How did a HK$4 (US$0.5) ferry ride and a transport tool become a Hong Kong icon? This episode of Hong Kong Authentic walks you through the history behind Star Ferry and what makes it so special to the city.
CNET
4 days ago
- Sport
- CNET
How to Watch Liverpool vs. AC Milan From Anywhere: Stream Pre-Season Friendly Soccer
Liverpool's Premier League title defence preparations step up a gear today as the Reds begin their tour of Hong Kong and Japan with a tricky test against Serie A heavyweights AC Milan. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch this friendly match as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are, along with a full match list. The Reds have been one of the most active teams in the transfer window so far this summer, with Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, Milos Kerkez and Hugo Ekitikebrought in to bolster the Reds squad for a whopping combined outlay of $360m, with former Bayer Leverkusen star Wirtz expected to make his Liverpool debut today. AC Milan will meanwhile be looking to improve upon a disappointing domestic campaign which saw them finish in a dissapoining eighth position in Serie A last term. The Rossoneri have boosted their midfield options with the addition of veteran Croatian midfielder Luka Modric from Real Madrid. Liverpool takes on AC Milan on Saturday, July 26, at Kai Tak Sports Park in Kowloon. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT. That makes it a 8 p.m. BST start in the UK and an 5 a.m. AEST kickoff in Australia on Thursday morning. German attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz is set to make his first appearance in a Liverpool shirt today since making a $156m move from Bayer Leverkusen. Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images Livestream Liverpool vs. AC Milan in the US The great news for footy fans is that today's match will be broadcast on CBS Sports Golazo. That means you'll also be able to watch the game online via streaming platform Paramount Plus. James Martin/CNET Paramount Plus Paramount Plus has two plans: Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount Plus Premium, which used to be called Paramount Plus with Showtime. Essential costs $8 per month and includes ads and a sampling of Showtime programming. Premium removes ads and unlocks more Showtime titles, among other perks. See at Paramount Plus How to watch Liverpool vs. AC Milan online from anywhere using a VPN If you're traveling abroad and want to keep up with all the soccer action while away from home, a VPN can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming. It encrypts your traffic and prevents your internet service provider from throttling your speeds. It can also be helpful when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks while traveling, adding an extra layer of protection for your devices and logins. VPNs are legal in many countries, including the US and Canada, and can be used for legitimate purposes such as improving online privacy and security. However, some streaming services may have policies restricting VPN use to access region-specific content. If you're considering a VPN for streaming, check the platform's terms of service to ensure compliance. If you choose to use a VPN, follow the provider's installation instructions, ensuring you're connected securely and in compliance with applicable laws and service agreements. Some streaming platforms may block access when a VPN is detected, so verifying if your streaming subscription allows VPN use is crucial. James Martin/CNET ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year) Latest Tests No DNS leaks detected, 18% speed loss in 2025 tests Network 3,000 plus servers in 105 countries Jurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN is our current best VPN pick for people who want a reliable and safe VPN that works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100, you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month. Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at Livestream Liverpool vs. AC Milan in the UK This game is not set to be televised in the UK on mainstream TV channels, however you can watch the match live on Liverpool's own dedicated in-house streaming service All Red Video. All Red Video Watch Liverpool pre-season friendlies for £5 A monthly subscription for All Red Video can be purchased for £5. The service is available via iOS and Android apps or as well as Fire TV, Android TV and Roku and provides Liverpool fans with on-demand and live video content, including match highlights, interviews, documentaries, and a 24/7 live stream of LFCTV. See at Livestream Liverpool vs. AC Milan in Australia Football fans Down Under have two options for watching today's match. Streaming service beIN Sports and its standalone streaming service beIN Sports Connect will be showing the game. PR NEWSWIRE BeIN Sports Connect Watch soccer in Australia for AU$15 BeIN Sports Connect is a dedicated sports streaming service that offers English Football League, Carabao Cup, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and Scottish league soccer. BeIN Sports Connect is available across a wide variety of devices including desktop, mobile (Android and iOS), Apple TV, Android TV, Chromecast and Samsung smart TVs, with a subscription costing AU$15 a month or AU$130 for a yearly plan. Alongside beIN Sports, Paramount Plus also have the rights to show today's game live. Engadget Paramount Plus Watch soccer in Australia from AUS$7 Paramount+ offers three monthly subscription options in Australia: Basic with Ads for AUS $7, Standard for $11, and Premium for $14. Quick tips for streaming the pre-season friendly soccer using a VPN
The Independent
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Independent
Hong Kong police arrest 18-year-old for writing ‘seditious words' in toilet
Hong Kong police have charged an 18-year-old man with sedition and criminal damage for allegedly writing 'seditious words' in a commercial building's toilet on three occasions. Authorities said the graffiti expressed hatred or contempt toward Hong Kong's government and incited others to break the law, violating Section 24 of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance – also known as Article 23 – which was passed in March last year. The unidentified man was arrested in Kowloon on Monday on suspicion of 'doing with a seditious intention an act or acts that had a seditious intention ', authorities said in a statement on Wednesday. If convicted, the man could face up to seven years in prison. Police said that 'the contents included provoking hatred, contempt or disaffection against the constitutional order and the executive, legislative or judicial authority of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), as well as inciting other person to do an act that does not comply with the law of the HKSAR, etc'. Police also warned the public against violating the law and said that 'offenders shall be liable to imprisonment for seven years on first conviction'. The statement added that 'members of the public are urged not to defy the law.' Earlier in May this year, Hong Kong authorities announced the new legislative changes to amend the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance to provide better 'clarity' and support to Beijing 's national security office. Hong Kong authorities, last year, imposed the domestic security law despite growing international criticism that it could erode freedoms in the city. Since 2024, Hong Kong's homegrown national security law has been used to prosecute individuals for acts as minor as writing pro-independence messages on bus seats or wearing T-shirts bearing protest slogans that authorities claim suggest support for separating the city from China – a red line for Beijing. Last year in September, a 27-year-old Hong Kong man, Chu Kai-pong, became the first person convicted under Article 23, after pleading guilty to sedition for wearing a T-shirt bearing a banned protest slogan. Arrested in June 2023, Mr Chu admitted he wore the shirt to commemorate the 2019 protests. Authorities claimed that the slogan, 'Liberate Hong Kong, revolution of our times', promoted secession and incited hatred and discontent against the 'fundamental system of the state established by the constitution of the People's Republic of China'.
South China Morning Post
7 days ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong builder Lai Sun seeks more bank support to refinance US$446 million loan
Hong Kong developer Lai Sun Development has been working to win banks' backing for a HK$3.5 billion (US$446 million) loan refinancing deal, but after about six months of talks, nearly half the lenders still aren't on board, according to people familiar with the matter. The property firm – controlled by local tycoon Peter Lam – has secured commitments from nine out of the original 19 lenders for the five-year refinancing, said the people, who declined to be identified discussing private matters. The existing loan matures on October 5, according to Bloomberg-compiled data. Even if Lai Sun doesn't manage to secure the target amount from all banks, it could still opt to partially repay the loan and refinance the rest, the people said. Lai Sun's financing challenges underscore the depth of Hong Kong's years-long property downturn, which has made banks cautious about lending to developers in the city. The company has already spent longer on its deal than property giant New World Development took to complete its recent record loan refinancing, a process that only materialised after months of negotiations and meetings between banks and regulators. 03:39 Shop occupancy recovers in Hong Kong, but vacant stores still visible across the city Shop occupancy recovers in Hong Kong, but vacant stores still visible across the city Lai Sun's original loan was backed by its Cheung Sha Wan Plaza office tower and shopping centre in Kowloon, and the refinancing would be too. The company has proposed an all-in pricing of about 160 basis points over the Hong Kong interbank offered rate for the refinancing, the people said.
