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Hong Kong airport third runway takes off
Hong Kong airport third runway takes off
by  AFP

Hong Kong started flight operations on its third runway on Thursday, with officials saying it will keep the city's airport competitive as an aviation hub despite its lagging post-pandemic recovery. Hong Kong carrier Cathay Pacific said this week that it will reach 100 percent of pre-pandemic flights in January.

Primark boss defends practices as budget fashion brand eyes expansion
Primark boss defends practices as budget fashion brand eyes expansion
by  AFP

Ireland-based budget fashion chain Primark has been criticised for its record on workers' rights and the effect of its low-cost, high-volume model on the environment. In the world of low-cost fashion, Primark -- a fixture on the high street in the UK, Ireland and beyond -- is a one-off.

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