Economy
Southern California braces for Tropical Storm Rachel. 'This is not even the worst,' official says
Oct 9, 2026

Southern California braces for Tropical Storm Rachel. 'This is not even the worst,' official says

The blistering heat that has baked Southern California for days is coming to an end, with rain on tap for the weekend and early next week, along with a risk of potentially damaging coastal flooding....

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SoCal business owner hid cameras in bathroom — and his shoe — for secret recordings, police allege
Oct 9, 2026

SoCal business owner hid cameras in bathroom — and his shoe — for secret recordings, police allege

The owner of Young's Automotive in Covina was arrested and booked on multiple felony charges, authorities said....

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Medicaid reckoning awaits next California governor after program's rapid expansion
Oct 9, 2026

Medicaid reckoning awaits next California governor after program's rapid expansion

Medicaid Reckoning Awaits Next California Governor After Program's Rapid Expansion...

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Bus operators unveil fare discounts for Huanggang
Oct 9, 2026

Bus operators unveil fare discounts for Huanggang

The city’s bus operators have unveiled fare discounts for services connecting to the revamped Huanggang port. KMB said passengers transferring to and from its three new Huanggang port services to o...

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Mooted COE changes will solve category issues, but higher premiums likely: observers 
Oct 9, 2026

Mooted COE changes will solve category issues, but higher premiums likely: observers 

Combining categories will mean more intense competition; private-hire cars will also benefit from rebates...

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Revolut CEO says fintech is coming for Amex, JPMorgan in US
Oct 9, 2026

Revolut CEO says fintech is coming for Amex, JPMorgan in US

Revolut is Europe’s most valuable startup...

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DFI Retail Group says it will continue to invest in Hong Kong supermarkets
Oct 9, 2026

DFI Retail Group says it will continue to invest in Hong Kong supermarkets

Hong Kong-headquartered DFI Retail Group, which owns and operates the city’s largest supermarket network, says it will continue to invest in new stores even though consumers remain cautious. Darren Ch...

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Top jockey calls for racing tourism push
Oct 9, 2026

Top jockey calls for racing tourism push

Star Hong Kong jockey Vincent Ho said he hopes more can be done to promote horse racing tourism in the city, saying it could benefit the entire hospitality sector. Ho, 36, who recently became the ...

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Competition watchdog raids 11 premises
Oct 9, 2026

Competition watchdog raids 11 premises

The Competition Commission said on Friday it has raided 11 premises in connection with suspected bid-rigging involving virtual reality equipment contracts worth about HK$10 million. Search warrants...

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Huanggang generates vast business opportunities: DAB
Oct 9, 2026

Huanggang generates vast business opportunities: DAB

The DAB on Friday welcomed news of the opening of the Huanggang port, saying it will further boost Greater Bay Area connectivity and tourism. Party vice-chairman and lawmaker Brave Chan said the ...

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