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

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

John Lee policy address 2026

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

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Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong’s IOMed poised to play key role in resolving Greater Bay Area disputes

Hong Kong economy

3,800 Hong Kong food outlets offering up to 30% off to celebrate National Day

Food and catering businesses say they will offer an array of tasty deals across the city.

Catering sector representatives publicise offers for National Day at a press briefing on Thursday. Photo: Edmond So
John Lee policy address 2026

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.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong reports more than 40% drop in cancer-related death rate over 30 years

Health minister Lo Chung-mau outlines Hong Kong’s ‘remarkable’ progress at the World Cancer Congress, being held in the city for the first time.

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Video | No foul play involved in case of students falling ill after consuming free drinks

SCMP re-enacts police test that found reported ‘pinholes’ likely to be perforated lines in drink’s plastic wrapping.

Hong Kong police say they have found no signs of foul play in connection with 16 students who reported feeling ill after drinking free drinks distributed outside a school sporting event. Authorities say the “pinholes”, shown in a viral video, that squirted a stream of liquid when squeezed, have an innocent explanation.
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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong vows safe Apec meeting with plans for terror and cyberattack threats

Security measures will cover hotels, venues and transport, with contingency plans to respond to terror threats and teams conducting cyber patrols.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police search for woman after man found dead outside building

Man, 49, found on chair outside Tsim Sha Tsui building as bar worker charged over alleged role in moving body.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s animal welfare laws fail to meet modern demands, experts say

Legal experts call for authorities to expedite long-delayed reforms after spate of dog attacks in recent months.

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Dogs in an outdoor storage yard in Yuen Long. Authorities have stepped up efforts to capture stray dogs in the area after a 27-year-old cyclist died in a suspected canine attack last Saturday. Photo: Kit Lai
Pets

Editorial | Debate on dog ownership and control much needed in Hong Kong

The death of a woman after she was chased by dogs has revived discussion on the regulatory regime for canines and pet owners’ responsibilities.

A dog on a road in Yuen Long on September 21. A 27-year-old female cyclist was found dead after a suspected dog attack on Pok Wai South Road on September 20. Photo: Kit Lai
Mid-Autumn Festival

From moongazing to bus tours: how to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong

Here’s a round-up of things to do and see for the Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on Friday this year.

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Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Activist charged after microchipped dog caught in probe into suspected attack

One of five strays caught in Yuen Long was registered to Kent Luk, founder of Paws Guardian Rescue Shelter.

Hong Kong children

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
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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
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

Opinion | Hong Kong needs social science to help deliver on its 5-year plan

Universities and academics can contribute the evidence needed to turn these commitments into better decisions.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Engineer gets 160 hours’ community service over Queen Mary Hospital lift defects

Engineer convicted of submitting misleading documents and improperly issuing safety certificates after 24 lifts at Hong Kong hospital were found defective.

Law Wing-chai has been sentenced to 160 hours of community service after Eastern Court found he failed to exercise due care when inspecting lifts at Queen Mary Hospital’s new block. Photo: Fiona Chow
Hong Kong courts

Coach who slapped boy, 8, at Hong Kong training camp spared criminal charges

Court imposes three-year good behaviour bond on Zhao Yiqun, 51, after she was also accused of ordering boy to stand under hot sun at camp.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

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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The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust

Opinion | The question Hong Kong charities must answer

The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust’s impact report could help push the city’s NGOs towards a more serious culture of accountability.

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Hong Kong Jockey Club chairman Martin Liao attends the Jockey Club Community Day at Sha Tin Racecourse on April 19. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong workforce to shrink by 20,000 yearly as key sectors face shortages

Predicted 2028 shortfall will narrow to 130,000, but key sectors such as aviation, tech, healthcare and construction still face crunch.

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Workers in Central navigate a busy street during the lunchtime rush. The report projects that Hong Kong’s workforce will decline from 3.47 million in 2025 to 3.4 million in 2028. Photo: Karma Lo
Pets in Hong Kong

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

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.

Hong Kong

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
Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD)

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
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 property

Why mainland Chinese students pay more for purpose-built housing in Hong Kong

Dedicated housing offers greater convenience, security and value despite higher rents, students say.

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