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Inside Hong Kong’s bizarre ‘voodoo’ ritual where women will literally curse your enemies for just ₹450. Watch

Inside Hong Kong’s bizarre ‘voodoo’ ritual where women will literally curse your enemies for just ₹450. Watch

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In India, we’re quick to whisper about “black magic” and blame it on someone, usually without proof but with plenty of conviction. In Hong Kong, though, there’s a place where frustration meets ritual in the most unusual way. Known locally as “villain hitting” or da siu yan, it’s a centuries-old folk practice where elderly women take your simmering anger, at a cheating partner, a bad boss, a meddling relative, or just plain bad luck, and symbolically whack it away with a slipper. (Also read: Step inside Cola King’s daughter Devyani Jaipuria’s massive farmhouse that looks straight out of a Hollywood movie ) In Hong Kong, the ancient ritual of villain hitting allows participants to symbolically hit their troubles away with a shoe. (Instagram/@aakanksha.monga) What exactly is the villain hitting ritual Travel blogger Akanksha Monga recently shared her hands-on experience with one of Hong Kong’s most curious traditions in a February 16 Instagram post. “So I got my enemy cursed with a SHOE in Hong Kong. No, I’m serious,” she wrote. Known as the villain hitting …

What is Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Bill and How Could It Become Law?

What is Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Bill and How Could It Become Law?

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Hong Kong is moving swiftly to regulate stablecoins, signalling their potential integration into the region’s financial systems. Regulators have drafted a ‘Stablecoins Bill’ that sets forth mandates and restrictions for stablecoin issuers and advertisers. The bill outlines the necessary steps to ensure consumer protection for individuals engaging with stablecoins—crypto assets pegged to reserved assets, such as fiat currencies, to maintain price stability amid market fluctuations. Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Bill was recently submitted to the Legislative Council, marking its first reading. After passing this stage, the bill will undergo two more readings by regulators before becoming law. Each reading will involve thorough discussions, assessments, and any necessary revisions, according to a report by CoinTelegraph. What Does the Bill Entail? The first draft of Hong Kong’s Stablecoin Bill was published in the official Gazette earlier this month. The bill outlines stricter licensing requirements for stablecoin issuers in the region. Violations of these licensing and approval regulations could result in fines of up to $50,000 (roughly Rs. 42.6 lakh) and prison sentences of up to two years. The …

Historic Dinosaur Fossil Discovered in Hong Kong’s UNESCO Geopark

Historic Dinosaur Fossil Discovered in Hong Kong’s UNESCO Geopark

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For the first time in history, Hong Kong researchers have uncovered dinosaur fossils within its territory. This landmark discovery was announced Wednesday, marking a pivotal moment in the region’s palaeontological studies. An initial examination revealed that the fossil, a weathered fragment of bone, dates back to the Cretaceous period, around 145 to 66 million years ago. Although the specific species remains undetermined, this discovery opens new avenues for research within the Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark at Port Island. The Fossil Discovery on Port Island Experts discovered the fossil remains in fragmented and weathered states on Port Island, a remote location within Hong Kong’s UNESCO-listed geopark. Government officials shared that the bone fragments appeared to have been covered by sediments over time and potentially unearthed through natural flooding. In an area where previous discoveries included ancient marine life like ostracods and ammonites dating back hundreds of millions of years, the dinosaur fossil marks an extraordinary first for Hong Kong. Historical Context and Expert Insights Michael Pittman, Assistant Professor at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, …

Hong Kong’s new national security bill includes stiff penalties and more power to suppress dissent

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HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong unveiled a new national security bill Friday that proposes up to life imprisonment for offenses like treason and insurrection, a move deepening worries over further erosion of the city’s freedoms after Beijing imposed a similar law four years ago that all but wiped out dissent. HT Image The proposed law will expand the government’s power in stamping out future challenges to its rule, targeting espionage, external interference and protection of state secrets among others. Tougher punishment will be imposed on individuals who collude with external forces to carry out certain illegal acts, such as sabotage and sedition, compared to those who do so on their own. Hindustan Times – your fastest source for breaking news! Read now. Under a push by Hong Kong leader John Lee to finish the legislative process “at full speed,” lawmakers are set to begin their debate Friday in a meeting that was specially arranged to expedite it. The bill is expected to pass easily, possibly in weeks, in a legislature packed with Beijing loyalists …