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Nearly 60 per cent of working caregivers in Hong Kong face a heavy burden, but workplace measures can significantly reduce stress and depression. Photo: Karma Lo
(From left) Florence Fong of Saint Francis University, Rebecca Choy-Yung of Golden Age Foundation, Bobo Lau of Tung Wah College and Crystal Chan of The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong society

Study finds Hong Kong workers shun carer-friendly measures despite the benefits

Survey of 566 working carers finds clear benefits from employee support measures, including less depression and a lower caregiving burden.

India

On This Day | Concorde lands in Hong Kong for the first time in 1976 – SCMP archive

Hong Kong society

Roll-out of HK$5m anti-terrorism bollards in Causeway Bay draws mixed reactions

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Praised as heroes, stung by criticism: firefighters torn over Tai Po blaze report

Frontline crews struggle with conflicting emotions as inquiry commends their bravery but cites official lapses, creating wedge with top brass.

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The Tai Po fire report praised firefighters for their "great heroism". Photo: Karma Lo
The fire at Wang Fuk Court broke out on November 26, 2025. Photo: Sam Tsang
One firefighter died and 13 others were injured in the emergency response. Photo: Sam Tsang
BN(O) passport

Hong Kong BN(O) visa holders exempt from UK’s proposed 10-year settlement wait

Applicants would retain their five-year route to UK settlement but still face stricter English-language and criminality requirements.

Art

Want to control a drone with your mind? Try it at Hong Kong festival

Running from November 5-15, the Being Human Festival tackles the common misconception that the arts and sciences exist in opposition.

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Hong Kong society

Journalists may need judicial review to access land records under new rules

Officials promise decisions within one to two working days as lawmakers warn search regime could create ‘numerous obstacles’.

Lawmakers have raised concerns over possible restrictions on media access during the first meeting of a Legco subcommittee examining eight pieces of subsidiary legislation. Photo: Silvia Siu
Lawmakers have raised concerns over possible restrictions on media access during the first meeting of a Legco subcommittee examining eight pieces of subsidiary legislation. Photo: Silvia Siu
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong government reconsiders proxy vote proposals after homeowners’ feedback

Nearly 70 per cent of the 550 submissions reject limits on authorised representatives and more than half object to proxy vote caps.

Hong Kong society

Transport authorities demand answers after 4-hour parking meter outage

Transport Department says motorists who paid for parking during outage will receive refund, orders operator HKT to submit report.

Hong Kong politics

3 former Hong Kong leaders head funeral committee for educator Ng Hon-mun

Leung Chun-ying, Donald Tsang and Carrie Lam head pro-Beijing educator’s funeral committee, with wake on Wednesday and public memorial on Thursday.

Ng Hon-mun, an influential pro-Beijing educator and former national lawmaker, died on October 18, aged 100. Photo: Ricky Chung
Hong Kong science and tech

Meta says it met Hong Kong privacy watchdog over AI-enabled glasses concerns

Last week the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data warned tech giant’s product could enable covert recording, excessive personal data collection.

Smart glasses from Oakley Meta and Ray-Ban Meta on a table in an eyewear store. Photo: Getty Images.
Smart glasses from Oakley Meta and Ray-Ban Meta on a table in an eyewear store. Photo: Getty Images.
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

New renovation body will draw legitimate contractors back to market, sector says

Industry representatives say vetting by Building Maintenance Support and Services Council will ensure law-abiding, qualified market participants.

Hong Kong economy

‘Less than a minute’: Hong Kong travellers praise Japan’s new tax refund at airports

Visitors now pay 10 per cent consumption tax either at self-service airport kiosks or via Visit Japan Web instead of upfront at cash register.

Hong Kong courts

Exclusive | High Court redevelopment plan ‘not workable’, Hong Kong Bar Association warns

Bar Association chairman says decade-long plan could deter legal practitioners from joining the bench.

The High Court Building will be redeveloped with the government’s Queensway offices into a new court complex. Photo: Warton Li
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

No guarantee building contractor lists can be ‘100% clean’: Chris Tang

Security chief says vetting efforts may not stop criminal elements from slipping through.

Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. A report by a judge-led independent committee investigating the fire at the estate was released last week. Photo: Sam Tsang
Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. A report by a judge-led independent committee investigating the fire at the estate was released last week. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

‘Be alive’: Hongkonger with muscular dystrophy turns 18, against all odds

Told he had a life expectancy of 18, Chen Tsz-kin marked the milestone with treatment, friends and plans for a digital twin to outlast him.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong man falls from luxury housing complex, striking domestic helper below

Both victims conscious when taken to hospital after man falls at 1 Austin Road West and lands on podium, hitting Filipino woman.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s first ‘Halloween Month’ surges to a finale as revellers pack streets

While some party-goers stick with traditional spooky costumes, others dress as golden Buddhas, Lipton tea cartons and Wednesday Addams.

Revellers outside Mong Kok’s Langham Place. Photo: Kit Lai
Revellers outside Mong Kok’s Langham Place. Photo: Kit Lai
Hong Kong society

Appeal for private flight to bring critically ill British baby home from Hong Kong

Nine-month-old boy suffered three cardiac arrests after contracting influenza A, with air ambulance costs beyond family’s means.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

As Hong Kong releases full report on Tai Po fire, here’s all you need to know

From Winnie Ho’s resignation to a bid-rigging crackdown, here are top stories from SCMP’s coverage on the long-awaited report about the fire.

Hong Kong society

New renovation body may offer bigger subsidies for older buildings

‘The most important thing is to get this work done promptly to ensure everyone’s living environment is safe and comfortable,’ finance chief says.

Authorities have announced the government will establish the council as part of reforms following the blaze at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po last November. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Data of nearly 17,000 mainland students leaked in Hong Kong exams body breach

Authority apologises after system breach exposes birth dates and email addresses of mainland Chinese-based students.

Nearly 17,000 students who applied for two international exams through Hong Kong’s exams authority have had their personal data leaked. Photo: May Tse
Nearly 17,000 students who applied for two international exams through Hong Kong’s exams authority have had their personal data leaked. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong property

Would you buy a death-linked flat? Hong Kong, France give very different answers

Properties linked to deaths face deep discounts and mortgage hurdles in Hong Kong, while French buyers bet on sellers’ longevity.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong development chief denies U-turn over agency to support homeowners

Bernadette Linn says building maintenance council avoids conflicts of interest by keeping enforcement and support for homeowners separate.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong ministers defend decision not to resign over deadly Tai Po fire

Officials say city leader is captain of ship and he had given clear orders they remain in their posts and carry out reforms.

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“Society is important, Hong Kong is important, the country is important,” security chief Chris Tang said when asked about his views on resigning. At left is Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau. Photo: Elson Li
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