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Hong Kong’s driving licence bottlenecks undermine its car travel scheme
The Hong Kong Transport Department faces criticism for failing to foresee a surge in demand for driving licences without tests following the launch of a travel scheme allowing Guangdong vehicle driver...
Expert panel formed in Hong Kong to probe chronic water loss at Yuen Long estate
Hong Kong authorities have established a three-member expert group to investigate ongoing water loss issues at the Fairview Park housing estate in Yuen Long. The move comes after criticism from landlo...
Hong Kong plans to complete Kowloon waterfront promenade projects by 2028
Hong Kong authorities plan to finish several pedestrian pathway projects along the Kowloon waterfront by the end of 2028, which will extend the total walking paths around Victoria Harbour to a combine...
Why Hong Kong must resist pressure to loosen budget discipline
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po faces a budget decision in the coming financial year with calls for increased spending despite forecasted public finances surplus. Chan needs support as...
Nestlé Hong Kong recalls another baby milk formula batch as tests get all clear
Nestlé Hong Kong has extended its recall for a batch of baby milk formula with a best-before date of June 16, 2027, due to possible contamination by cereulide. Government tests have confirmed that oth...
Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority approves 85% of fee waiver requests on average
Hong Kong's Hospital Authority has reported that on average, they receive about 5,000 public medical fee waiver applications daily with an approval rate of around 85%. This improvement follows complai...
Hong Kong’s Legco to discuss post-Tai Po fire support but question session cancelled
Hong Kong's LegCo plans to discuss government measures to support residents affected by the Tai Po fire at its upcoming session on Wednesday. However, a regular question-and-answer session for officia...
Hong Kong education summit to discuss impact of geopolitics on universities
The Asia-Pacific Association for International Education will convene its annual conference in Hong Kong next month. The event, attended by 2,500 delegates from over 65 regions, aims to explore the ef...
Nestle Hong Kong recalls 21 batches of baby milk formula over toxin fears
Nestle Hong Kong has recalled 21 batches of baby milk formula due to potential contamination with a toxin derived from Bacillus cereus, causing nausea and vomiting. This recall follows similar actions...
Hong Kong toy fair unveils new pavilion for collectors and global brands
The Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, now in its 52nd year, will feature a new pavilion showcasing over 150 local and international intellectual property collectibles. Items to be displayed include signed ...
19 Pokemon cards worth HK$200,000 snatched from Hong Kong seller during deal
A 33-year-old Hong Kong resident was victimized when a prospective buyer he had contacted online stole 19 rare Pokémon trading cards worth approximately $26,000. The theft occurred at Lam Tin railway ...
Maduro’s capture sparks hope, concern among Venezuelans in Hong Kong
A Venezuelan expatriate living in Hong Kong, Manny Reimi, expressed excitement upon hearing news that the United States had apprehended President Nicolas Maduro. Reimi, who runs a consultancy and AI s...
1,200 dogs allowed to travel on Hong Kong’s major rail lines for fundraiser event
For an animal charity event, up to 1,200 dogs will be permitted to travel on major rail lines in Hong Kong on March 1. This marks a significant first for the city's railway system and supports the HKS...
First Hongkonger to reach North, South Poles returns home in 2006 – from the SCMP archive
Hong Kong adventurer Chung Kin-man returned home on January 5, 2006, after becoming the first person from Hong Kong to reach both the North and South poles as part of a historical expedition. Now aged...
Veteran Hong Kong filmmaker Eric Tsang confirms departure as TVB general manager
Eric Tsang Chi-wai, a veteran filmmaker and television executive, confirmed his departure as general manager of Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB), the chief broadcaster in Hong Kong. This announceme...
Hong Kong ranked fourth for ‘post-Covid air transit connectivity in Asia-Pacific’
According to a study by the National Taiwan Ocean University’s transport science department, Hong Kong's air transit connectivity ranked fourth among 16 major aviation hubs across the Asia-Pacific reg...
Hongkonger who allegedly posed as officer held over burglaries aimed at elderly
A 50-year-old Hong Kong man was arrested by police for allegedly posing as an official and stealing HK$20,000 from elderly individuals in three separate burglaries in December....
Hong Kong fire-displaced residents told to leave youth hostels by end of January
Residents displaced by Hong Kong's recent major fire have been notified that they must vacate youth hostels by the end of January for regular operations to resume. Affected residents are advised to mo...
‘I thought of pushing wife out window’: Hong Kong fire survivors recount escape
Residents from the Shek Kip Mei Estate in Hong Kong recount their harrowing experience during a fire that broke out on Sunday morning. One survivor, surnamed Chow, opened his front door to face dense ...
How Hong Kong can work with Hainan to ease entry to China’s market
The article discusses the potential for enhanced cooperation between Hong Kong and Hainan, as Hainan has recently implemented new customs operations aimed at reducing entry barriers into China’s marke...
Hong Kong to boost tech, financial services integration during AI boom: Paul Chan
Paul Chan Mo-po, Hong Kong's Financial Secretary, has announced plans to integrate technology and financial services further to support the city’s burgeoning tech ecosystem as seen in increased invest...
Temperatures in Hong Kong to dip to 12 degrees as northeasterly monsoon arrives
The Hong Kong Observatory forecasts temperatures dropping to 12 degrees Celsius due to an incoming northeasterly monsoon, expected on Wednesday....
1 dead, more than 200 evacuated after fire breaks out in Hong Kong flat
A fire broke out at a public housing flat in Shek Kip Mei Estate, Kowloon, resulting in one fatality and the evacuation of more than 200 residents. The incident occurred on Sunday morning with thick s...
Hong Kong’s Route 6 set to fully open in 2026, transport chief Mable Chan says
The Secretary for Transport and Logistics of Hong Kong, Mable Chan, announced that the city's Road 6 will be completely operational by the end of this year. The route connects Yau Ma Tei with Tseung K...
Hongkongers urged to get flu shots as city braces for winter virus wave
Health authorities in Hong Kong are urging residents to receive seasonal influenza vaccines as temperatures drop and the city prepares for an upcoming flu wave. The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) ...
Operation Santa Claus: victory for rising Hong Kong tennis as players ace charity efforts
Upcoming Hong Kong tennis player Yandy Shek Cheuk-ying won her debut professional tournament at the CRC Open in Hong Kong. The event, which took place at Chinese Recreation Club, lasted five weeks wit...
Occupancy rate at Hong Kong tech park set to hit 90% in first quarter of 2026
The occupancy rate at Hong Kong's part of the innovation and technology (I&T) hub co-developed with Shenzhen is forecast to reach 90% in the first quarter of 2026. Kevin Choi Kit-ming, Permanent Secre...
Fire caused by short circuit of phone charger in Hong Kong flat injures 4, kills cat
A fire broke out due to a malfunctioning mobile phone charger in a Hong Kong apartment building in Kwai Chung, causing injuries to four people aged 42-75 and resulting in the death of a cat. The incid...
Jose-Antonio Maurellet set to return as Hong Kong Bar Association chairman
Senior Counsel Jose-Antonio Maurellet has been reappointed to serve another term as chairman of the Hong Kong Bar Association for 2026-27, with Senior Counsel Martin Hui and Eva Sit retaining their vi...
Hong Kong’s new legal aid chief pledges full support for Tai Po fire victims
The newly appointed director of Hong Kong’s Legal Aid Department, Chan Chak-ming, has guaranteed comprehensive legal aid support for residents impacted by the fatal Tai Po fire. He emphasized a commit...
CityU joins ranks of schools snapping up Hong Kong offices with Festival Walk buy
City University of Hong Kong has purchased an office property in Kowloon Tong for HK$1.96 billion (US$252 million) from Mapletree Pan Asia Commercial Trust, a move reflecting the trend among education...
Yuen Cheung-yan, veteran Hong Kong actor and action choreographer, dies at 69
Veteran Hong Kong actor and action choreographer Yuen Cheung-yan died on January 1, 2027, at the age of 69. He passed away at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Yau Ma Tei, as announced by film director Lee ...
Hong Kong’s sex offence laws are to be overhauled. What needs to be updated?
Jessie Ho describes her traumatic experience during a trial for sexual assault where she faced questions focusing on minor details of the incident rather than addressing the core issue. This highlight...
Bars, hotels cash in as Hong Kong welcomes 25% more visitors for New Year’s Eve
Hong Kong experienced a 25 percent increase in visitors on New Year’s Eve compared to the previous year despite skipping its traditional fireworks display due to a fire incident. Bars and hotels benef...
Hong Kong’s John Lee suffering from sciatica, Chief Executive’s Office says
Chief Executive of Hong Kong, John Lee Ka-chiu, has been experiencing sciatica pain, which was noticeable during the lawmakers' swearing-in ceremony on New Year’s Day when he leaned on a cane. The off...
85% of injured Hong Kong fire victims discharged, others in stable condition
Approximately 85% of those injured in the Tai Po fire have been discharged from hospitals, with the remaining individuals in stable condition. Health authorities reported that affected residents recei...
Higher fees at Hong Kong hospitals spark confusion, calls to expand clinics
The introduction of revised pricing at public hospitals in Hong Kong has led to widespread confusion and complaints from patients due to unexpected higher fees. Despite authorities reporting a smooth ...
Hong Kong leader vows to boost livelihoods, fast-track housing projects in 2026
In his annual New Year's speech uploaded on social media, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu pledged to improve public welfare, accelerate housing project constructions, and encourage innovati...
Ex-shipping leader joins Hong Kong liaison office amid stalled ports deal
Beijing has appointed Zhang Yong, former executive vice-president of Cosco Shipping Group, as deputy director at the liaison office in Hong Kong. This appointment follows a stalled deal involving CK H...
Hong Kong set to unveil bottled water probe results, take disciplinary action
Hong Kong authorities are set to announce next month the findings of their investigation into a bottled water scandal that occurred in August. The Financial Services and Treasury Bureau established a ...
18 years jail for Hong Kong manager who stole HK$61 million by adding ‘0’ to cheques
A property manager in Hong Kong has been sentenced to 18 years imprisonment for defrauding a housing estate of HK$61.1 million ($7.8 million) over ten years by altering cheques with an extra zero. The...
5 cabbies arrested over exploiting ‘free ride’ policy for Hong Kong fire victims
Five taxi drivers have been arrested for attempting to defraud a ride-hailing platform during relief efforts following the Tai Po fire in Hong Kong. The driver suspects, aged 29 to 40 years old, were ...
Hong Kong developer SHKP nudges up prices on latest Sierra Sea flats on offer
Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP), Hong Kong's largest developer, has raised prices by about 5% for units in Phase 2A of its Sierra Sea project in Sai Kung. Units are priced starting at HK$3.43 million w...
Who died in 2025? The prominent figures Hong Kong said goodbye to
Hong Kong mourned several influential figures who passed away in 2025, including singer-songwriter Khalil Fong, actor Hui Shiu-hung (nicknamed 'Benz Hung'), and businessman Charles Ho Tsu-kwok. These ...
Hong Kong charity to get funding to expand services for people with disabilities
The Home of Loving Faithfulness (HOLF) in Hong Kong will receive funding from the annual Operation Santa Claus fundraising campaign to move to a new location and provide additional therapy services, i...
Hong Kong to raise traffic fines for 19 offences on January 1; illegal parking up 25%
Starting January 1, Hong Kong will increase traffic fines for 19 offenses under the Fixed Penalty (Criminal Proceedings) Ordinance. The most notable change is a rise in illegal parking fines by 25%, f...
‘Let us return’: some Tai Po fire survivors petition government for on-site rebuilding
A group of survivors from Hong Kong's recent deadly blaze have written an open letter to Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu and other top officials, requesting the redevelopment of the Wang Fuk Court si...
Hong Kong sets up Hung Shui Kiu industrial park operator, sweetens land tender
The Hong Kong government plans to form a company to oversee an industrial park in Hung Shui Kiu and initiate a six-month tender process with incentives to boost development within the Northern Metropo...
District councillors call for more public amenities in Hong Kong Jockey Club school bid
Local district councillors in Tseung Kwan O are advocating for improved amenities amid the proposed construction of a fourth riding school by the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Resident concerns include poten...
Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong table tennis lovers serve it up for charity
A fundraising table tennis tournament organized by the Hong Kong Table Tennis Forum attracted over 250 participants in Fanling's Luen Wo Hui Sports Centre to raise money for Operation Santa. Enrolment...
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