Why Birdie? Think of it this way. You may have pepper spray on you, and there are other self-defense solutions out there that may call on you to take physical action. Those can help in a big way, but Birdie offers a non-violent alternative that could be all you need.

The former British colony has been in a recession for at least three quarters. The fallout from the coronavirus, which has killed two people in Hong Kong and infected more than 90, comes after months of the often violent student protests that have further battered the city's economy.

‘I purchased it for my wife who leaves work into a dark parking garage,' explains one buyer. ‘Since receiving the Birdie she feels much safer in her daily regime. The price point is fantastic for the function and security you get in return.'

But in recent weeks international bands and artists such as H.J. Freaks, Nervosa and Crown The Empire cancelled performances along with many others due to travel restrictions following the outbreak of the coronavirus in China, co-founder Joshua Chan said.

Now, TNN is among thousands of businesses including tourism and retail firms that are struggling to survive as locals stay at home and away from public areas. A partial closure of Hong Kong's border with mainland China to prevent the spread of the virus has also reduced visitors to a trickle.

There's no question that your safety is paramount in any situation. If you've ever felt like you were at risk while walking to your car or going out for a run, you know how important it is to take precautionary measures.

One way to beef up your security is to invest in Birdie, a personal safety alarm that features a 130dB siren (yes, that's shockingly loud) and flashing strobe lights. For just $29.95, it does a remarkable job helping you feel safer and more confident.

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TTN's closure marks the end of a troubled existence. The club moved location several times due to problems getting a licence as a live music venue and was also beset by staff visa problems, leading to police raids at one point.

At Thursday's farewell event, over 600 people were temperature checked and forced to sanitise their hands before being permitted entry to the club. All were wearing some form of face protection as were the band members who rocked on stage.

Take it with you when you're walking to and from work, heading to the store, strolling across campus, hiking the trails, or working out. Day or night, it's primed and ready to chirp loudly and alert anyone in the vicinity if you're in danger.

It doesn't matter where you go — you can keep Birdie by your side at all times. Sized just right at 3.5 inches long, it includes a solid brass keychain and can easily fit inside anything from a purse to a pocket to a belt bag.

Birdie also happens to look great. It's available in a variety of fashionable colors ranging from turquoise to black to rose gold — but that's merely a nice bonus, given that this personal safety alarm could just be what saves you from a potentially dangerous situation.

The Hong Kong government pledged cash handouts to residents and tax breaks for business in its annual budget on Wednesday to soften the blow, but that will also put added strain on weakening public finances.

HONG KONG, Feb 28 (Reuters) - Hundreds of Hong Kongers sporting face masks pulsated under strobe lights at a reknowned indie club for the last time on Thursday as cancellations by performers due to the coronavirus have forced the venue to close. The music house known as Hidden Agenda:This Town Needs (TTN) opened its doors in 2009 and quickly attracted a loyal crowd of young Hong Kongers to one of few independent venues for live indie music in the city.

More recently the club in an industrial area on the Kowloon peninsula drew supporters of anti-government protests that have rocked the city. They would often chant common protest slogans between song breaks at TTN.