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The government has launched an investigation into the faulty lifts at Queen Mary Hospital’s new block. Photo: Karma Lo
The new block at Queen Mary Hospital in Pok Fu Lam. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong minister vows to give public account on Queen Mary Hospital lifts saga

Development chief Bernadette Linn stops short of confirming whether new accountability system for department heads will be invoked.

Hong Kong society

Entry hours cut short as large crowds at lantern display spark safety fears

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Hong Kong society

HK Electric to cut fuel charge for first time in 4 months as CLP raises rate

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Dog rescuers vow to microchip after charges, decry punishing ‘those trying to help’

Advocates urge comprehensive trap-neuter-return scheme after shelter founder charged over licence following fatal Yuen Long dog attack.

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Police and personnel of the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department search for stray dogs in the Pok Wai area in Yuen Long, where a 27-year-old female cyclist was found dead after a suspected dog attack. Photo: Kit Lai
The AFCD announced late on Thursday it had concluded a joint dog capture operation with police in Yuen Long. Photo: Silvia Siu
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong astronaut Lai Ka-ying sends Mid-Autumn Festival wishes to residents

In Mandarin speech recorded aboard China’s Tiangong space station, city’s first astronaut thanks well-wishers and expresses longing and affection for home.

Hong Kong society

Legislation among options to regulate minors’ social media use: justice minister

Paul Lam dismisses concerns that measures could infringe on individual rights, saying goal is to protect children in Hong Kong from online harms.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to only admit ‘few hundred’ foreign carers a year under pilot scheme

Welfare minister Chris Sun promises ‘rigorous’ approach for scheme to recruit skilled carers, following concerns of helper market disruption.

Welfare minister Chris Sun earlier said the minimum wage of incoming carers would be 10 to 20 per cent higher than that of existing helpers. Photo: Karma Lo
Welfare minister Chris Sun earlier said the minimum wage of incoming carers would be 10 to 20 per cent higher than that of existing helpers. Photo: Karma Lo
Accidents and personal safety

Private jet flap scare triggers ‘local standby’ at Hong Kong airport

Billionaire-favoured G650 jet reported flap problem as emergency crews were deployed to the runway before the aircraft landed safely.

Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong authorities won’t appeal court halt to 12,000-flat project on golf course

Court earlier revoked project’s environmental approval, with authorities opting not to appeal ‘holistically’ considering legal advice.

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Hong Kong society

Abused children at higher risk of long-term health problems, Hong Kong NGO warns

Against Child Abuse also calls for tiered prevention strategy, with primary focus on zero-tolerance approach and policy support.

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Against Child Abuse has shared the results of an overview of local studies from recent years on the effects of abuse on youngsters. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong society

No toxic substance found in sports drinks linked to students’ illness: police

Force says reported ‘pinholes’ likely to be perforated lines in drink’s plastic wrapping.

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The drinks were handed out near the Hammer Hill Road Sports Ground. Photo: Handout
The drinks were handed out near the Hammer Hill Road Sports Ground. Photo: Handout
John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong pledges lenient approach on 10-12 hours of civil service family leave

Civil service chief Ingrid Yeung says applications for new hourly leave scheme will be straightforward, with minimal proof needed.

Hong Kong society

Shelters warn against poor treatment of warehouse guard dogs in New Territories

Veteran rescuer says free-roaming warehouse canines fall under definition of stray dogs, with issue in spotlight after suspected fatal attack.

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Hong Kong society

Fatal dog attacks trigger safety fears in Hong Kong. Here’s how to protect yourself

Canine experts explain what to do, what to avoid and how to protect yourself during an attack.

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Paw prints cover a cycling path of Bok Wai South Road, close to where a cyclist was found after a suspected dog attack. Photo: Kit Lai
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to bar firms with integrity offences from building renovation lists

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn says applications to pre-qualify will open next Wednesday and lists rolled out by year-end.

Residential buildings in West Kowloon. The new pre-qualified lists aim to help property owners select qualified professionals for building maintenance work. Photo: Sam Tsang
Residential buildings in West Kowloon. The new pre-qualified lists aim to help property owners select qualified professionals for building maintenance work. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong bans caterer from importing workers for year over local hiring breach

Labour Department action follows findings that Kwai Chung-based firm Happy Up Corporation did not maintain local-to-imported worker ratio.

John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong doesn’t need to match Singapore’s HK$400,000 birth perk: top official

Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk says 11-measure policy drive is ‘comprehensive’ approach tailored to local needs.

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Hong Kong society

Search for stray dogs expanded as new CCTV cameras installed in Yuen Long

Hong Kong authorities ramp up public safety efforts and monitor area beyond road where cyclist was suspected to have been mauled to death.

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An AFCD officer scans a dog for microchip information at a Yuen Long storage yard on Monday. Photo: Kit Lai
An AFCD officer scans a dog for microchip information at a Yuen Long storage yard on Monday. Photo: Kit Lai
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Hong Kong animal groups call for tighter pet laws after suspected fatal mauling

Former guard dogs may turn aggressive due to territorial instincts or past trauma, welfare advocates warn as government pledges review of policies.

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Hong Kong society

Top official to determine responsible department in complex 1823 cases

When assigning complaints that involve more than one government department, responsibility will be fairly distributed, Warner Cheuk says.

Hong Kong society

Bite-mark, DNA tests used to identify dogs after woman dies in suspected attack

Hong Kong environment chief says policies on handling strays will be reviewed after cyclist’s death from suspected attack in Yuen Long.

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Hong Kong police and AFCD officers search for dogs involved in a suspected attack on a cyclist. Photo: Kit Lai
Hong Kong society

Barristers dismiss calls for solicitors to gain senior counsel status in Hong Kong

Bar Association labels push to expand elite title ‘premature’, while Law Society argues appointments should be merit-based.

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Barristers pose for a photo after their appointment as senior counsel at the Court of Final Appeal in Central. The Law Society is calling for the higher status for its solicitors as lawmakers scrutinise the latest round of omnibus legislative updates in Hong Kong. Photo: Yik Yeung-man.
Barristers pose for a photo after their appointment as senior counsel at the Court of Final Appeal in Central. The Law Society is calling for the higher status for its solicitors as lawmakers scrutinise the latest round of omnibus legislative updates in Hong Kong. Photo: Yik Yeung-man.
Hong Kong politics

‘His love for Hong Kong was profound’: Tung Chee-hwa honoured at state funeral

In sombre ceremony, political and business elite pay final tribute to city’s first postcolonial leader, as President Xi sends condolences.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong school told to review arrangements after alleged Cantonese video ban

Education Bureau steps in after viral post, as Good Hope School principal Gary Harfitt clarifies that Cantonese is not forbidden at institution.

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Accidents and personal safety

Woman chased by 3 dogs before suspected fatal attack in Hong Kong

Security footage shows woman leaving Yuen Long MTR on shared bike, then being chased by dogs minutes before she was found unconscious.

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The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department and police conducted dog-catching operations in the area on Sunday night. Photo: Handout
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