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Tourists take in the sights at the Po Pin Chau viewing platform. Photo: Edmond So
Po Pin Chau's rock formations are popular with visitors. Photo: Edmond So
Accidents and personal safety

3 hikers fall ill on Hong Kong trails as temperatures top 33 degrees

Two men in separate incidents were suspected of having heatstroke, while rescuers helped a third hiker who developed dizziness.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong men turn to plush ‘bag charms’ for self-expression, comfort

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong delays AI copyright law to focus on guidelines first

Hong Kong sports

Hong Kong Stadium could host tennis events amid Victoria Park upgrade: minister

Sports minister Rosanna Law says the stadium site is already well equipped, ensuring authorities can seek to host higher-level events.

Hong Kong Stadium in Causeway Bay. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong Stadium in Causeway Bay. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Mid-Autumn light show in Yuen Long panned online over stench and execution

Drainage Services Department event at nullah draws strong turnout, but mixed reactions.

Hong Kong tourism

Hikers urge live updates on free quota spots to fix Po Pin Chau booking confusion

Trial registration scheme for section of High Island Geo Trail should have real-time displays showing when time slots are available, visitors say.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong minister vows to give public account of Queen Mary Hospital lift saga

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

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

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

People flock to the International Lantern Spectacular in Victoria Park to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.

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Hong Kong society

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

Customers of HK Electric are set to pay less for electricity after it cut its fuel charge for the first time in four months.

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
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’s first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, conveys Mid-Autumn Festival wishes to residents from aboard the Tiangong space station. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong’s first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, conveys Mid-Autumn Festival wishes to residents from aboard the Tiangong space station. Photo: Handout
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.

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.

The Gulfstream G650 is a top-tier ultra-long-range jet costing US$35 million to US$70 million, depending on age and condition. Photo: Handout
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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A portion of the Fanling Golf Course was previously taken back by authorities, with a section of the recovered land originally set aside for a public housing project. Photo: Elson Li
A portion of the Fanling Golf Course was previously taken back by authorities, with a section of the recovered land originally set aside for a public housing project. Photo: Elson Li
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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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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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.

Civil servants step out for lunch at Central Government Offices in Tamar. The new leave scheme will allow staff to leave work temporarily to deal with unexpected family matters. Photo: Karma Lo
Civil servants step out for lunch at Central Government Offices in Tamar. The new leave scheme will allow staff to leave work temporarily to deal with unexpected family matters. Photo: Karma Lo
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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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
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.

Hong Kong’s Labour Department has barred catering firm Happy Up Corporation from importing workers for a year over a local hiring breach. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong’s Labour Department has barred catering firm Happy Up Corporation from importing workers for a year over a local hiring breach. Photo: Handout
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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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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Dogs at an outdoor storage yard in Pok Wai, Yuen Long, near where a 27-year-old cyclist was found dead after a suspected dog attack on Sunday. Photo: Kit Lai
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