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Edith Lin
Senior Reporter, Hong Kong
Edith joined the South China Morning Post as a reporter in 2022 and covers Hong Kong's housing, land and development. Prior to joining the SCMP, she was a reporter at Radio Television Hong Kong.
Edith joined the South China Morning Post as a reporter in 2022 and covers Hong Kong's housing, land and development. Prior to joining the SCMP, she was a reporter at Radio Television Hong Kong.
Areas of Expertise:
Hong Kong housing, development, heritage
Languages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
China’s top legislative body will discuss Hong Kong’s shared control over Huanggang crossing as 24-hour fast-track checkpoint set to open in July.
Beijing official is set to visit Northern Metropolis tech sites, including Yuen Long microelectronics centre and Hetao hub.
Clips of mainland contestants’ attempts to speak Cantonese go viral, triggering criticism and debate over cultural identity.
MTR Corporation says service was affected between 5.57pm and 7.11pm.
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Hong Kong releases the names of the 168 victims of the Wang Fuk Court fire, as seven individuals face manslaughter charges.
Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department also says underwater mapping technology used to assess coral coverage.
Unions argue that an across-the-board pay rise of 2 per cent will not offset inflation or reflect overall performance.
Urban Renewal Authority says the 40 housing estates have an urgent need to clarify completed yet unpaid work costs.
Hundreds of security guards and police officers deployed to evict Tin Sam Tsuen villagers, despite residents saying concerns remain largely unresolved.
Transport minister Mable Chan also reiterates 10,000 quota is prudent approach despite pressure from lawmakers for timetable to review cap.
Despite DNA confirmation, child remains under court-ordered care as officials review parents’ capability, history and living conditions.
Authorities to take baby boy into protection after parents initially refuse DNA test for birth registration, with sisters also victims of a troubled history.
Housing Bureau plans 180 emergency flats for short-notice evictions, but lawmakers demand faster, more flexible processing for urgent cases.
Education Bureau says it rectified the system and urged parents to disregard the SMS messages sent this morning.
Passenger says she took Uber with two female friends from Central in early morning and driver left them fearing for their safety.
Industry leader Ringo Lee says over 140,000 local private cars have registered for northbound scheme, expecting the figure to exceed 200,000 in coming years.
Call comes after Beijing eases restrictions on yachts from Hong Kong and Macau entering mainland cities in Greater Bay Area.
State Council revamps maritime policies, exempting Hong Kong and Macau yachts from customs guarantees and simplifying registration in Greater Bay Area.
Liu Runjie receives letter after he and other students shared their experiences in youth friendship programme with president, university says.
Fire Services Department says explosion involved gas leak in kitchen of flat at Lam Tin Estate.
Parts of New Territories record maximum temperature of 36.7 degrees by mid-afternoon on Friday, the hottest for 2026 so far.
Under the impact of El Nino and global warming, Hong Kong is expected to be hotter than normal this year.
Residents of Yick Yuen Tsuen in New Territories pack belongings and vacate homes under watch of police and Lands Department staff members.
Applicants who have owned private car for certain period likely to be given priority under new regime.
Hong Kong’s main power supplier increased its fuel cost charge to 42.6 HK cents per unit of electricity, up 5.4 per cent from May.
Footage posted on social media shows man arguing with two security guards from doorway of coach and then swearing.
Passengers and visitors will find 25 shopping and dining options, including McDonald’s, Nap Tea and Imperial Patisserie.
‘Your participation in this mission shows our country’s recognition of you,’ city leader says in video call to Lai Ka-ying.
Boy band will perform on March 4, 6 and 7 as part of their ‘Arirang’ world tour, with tickets to sell for up to HK$3,299 each.
