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The hallway leading to the ballroom was lined with candles and flowers, with a floral pond set up in the lobby. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s elite pay tribute to philanthropist Maisy Ho at memorial service

Prominent figures from business, entertainment and political circles pay respects to daughter of late tycoon Stanley Ho at memorial service.

Hong Kong society

On This Day | Hong Kong’s HK$690 million Central Library opens in 2001 – SCMP archive

Hong Kong society

Dog-friendly restaurants will get 90 officers helping them meet licence rules

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On This Day | Hong Kong’s iconic Bank of China Tower opens in 1990 – SCMP archive

Opening 36 years ago today, the landmark skyscraper was Hong Kong’s tallest at the time.

The historic Bank of China building (centre) flanked by the tower under construction (left) in 1988. Photo: P Y Tang
The historic Bank of China building (centre) flanked by the tower under construction (left) in 1988. Photo: P Y Tang
Hong Kong property

Buyers flock to SHKP project in New Territories as home market outlook brightens

SHKP generated more than HK$1 billion after the sale of the 154 flats at Lime Spark last week.

Hong Kong society

Residents of historic Hong Kong village run out of options as eviction looms

Tin Sam Tsuen set to be levelled to make way for Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area as part of Northern Metropolis megaproject.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong police call to criminalise bid-rigging in wake of Tai Po estate blaze

Force’s anti-triad bureau also suggests making ‘cooperation agreements’ more attractive to encourage whistle-blowers to come forward.

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The evidential hearings into the Wang Fuk Court fire have pointed to alleged malpractice in the HK$336 million renovation tender for the estate. Photo: Sam Tsang
The evidential hearings into the Wang Fuk Court fire have pointed to alleged malpractice in the HK$336 million renovation tender for the estate. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s M+ museum to showcase collections in Paris under 5-year deal

Partnership with Paris-based Centre Pompidou also covers research and talent exchange.

Hong Kong society

‘Tell good stories of Hong Kong’ amid global turmoil, John Lee urges local media

City leader speaks at Newspaper Society of Hong Kong’s annual press awards, where South China Morning Post takes home eight prizes.

Hong Kong society

How can Hongkongers make the most of public holidays in 2027?

Residents can take long Easter break using four days’ leave and enjoy more long weekends, according to authorities’ list of public holidays.

Crowds pack the West Kowloon rail terminus on the first day of the Easter break in April. Photo: Jelly Tse
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On This Day | Cathay Pacific debuts on Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 1986 – SCMP archive

On this day 40 years ago, the city’s flagship carrier opened to public trading on the stock exchange.

A Cathay Pacific Convair 880-22M-4 passes over Taikoo Dockyard in Hong Kong, during a publicity event in October 1968. Photo: Handout
A Cathay Pacific Convair 880-22M-4 passes over Taikoo Dockyard in Hong Kong, during a publicity event in October 1968. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Elderly woman dies in fire sparked by faulty air-conditioner in Hong Kong flat

Blaze ignited at Yu Tung Court in Tung Chung on Friday morning, with 300 people evacuated.

Hong Kong society

Broke with autistic son, she thought about suicide. A charity changed their lives

Hong Kong mother Chau Ting-ting says she and son Ziyi struggled to keep going, but she found hope after support of Wemp Foundation-backed scheme.

Hong Kong housing

Long and short-term subsidised public rental housing wait falls below 5 years

Wait for general applicants for subsidised public rental housing in Hong Kong falls to 4.7 years, while standard public rental housing remains at 5.6 years.

The average waiting time for long and short-term general applicants for subsidised public rental housing in Hong Kong has fallen to 4.7 years. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong government issues buy-back offer letters to Wang Fuk Court homeowners

Letters issued confirming August 31 deadline, but some ‘pressured’ homeowners call for more time and clearer resettlement details.

Wang Fuk Court homeowners have been given until August 31 to accept a government buy-back offer. Photo: Elson Li
Wang Fuk Court homeowners have been given until August 31 to accept a government buy-back offer. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Calls grow to hire locals as graduate jobs decline amid AI, economic pressures

Industry leaders’ remarks come after minister says vacancies suitable for graduates fell from about 80,000 in 2022 to around 31,000 in 2025.

Accidents and personal safety

10 Hong Kong students hurt as self-heating hotpot pack explodes in classroom

Police received report from St Paul’s Co-educational College that self-heating hotpot pack exploded after being improperly heated.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Owners push back as Wang Fuk Court administrator seeks to delay crucial meeting

Residents call for extraordinary general meeting to be held ahead of deadline on decision about whether to sell flats.

The fire at Wang Fuk Court killed 168 people. Photo: Sam Tsang
The fire at Wang Fuk Court killed 168 people. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

‘Heavy’ hearts as residents of Wang Fuk Court’s only spared block return again

Lifts put back into service for first time after fire as residents arrive with suitcases, trolleys and boxes on second visit to retrieve belongings.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Wang Fuk Court administrator outlines HK$127 million refund for displaced owners

Residents express dissatisfaction as administrator says HK$180 million in renovation levies have been paid, with remaining funds set aside for refunds.

Hong Kong society

Viral clip of parasite in sashimi at Hong Kong sushi branch triggers raw emotions

Gatten Sushi issues apology on social media after footage of shocking discovery at Causeway Bay branch goes viral.

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A sushi restaurant has apologised after a customer spotted a thread-like parasite crawling out of a piece of sashimi. Photo: Threads/aworminmysushi
Hong Kong society

No hotpot: Hong Kong dog-friendly restaurants face menu and layout limits

Food and Environmental Hygiene Department says officers will patrol licensed premises every day in first month after issuing permits.

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A dog owner sits with his pets outside a cafe in Kennedy Town. Photo: Karma Lo
A dog owner sits with his pets outside a cafe in Kennedy Town. Photo: Karma Lo
Accidents and personal safety

Ferry passengers stranded over an hour after vessel hits typhoon shelter barrier

Authorities say all passengers were rescued and unharmed after crash involving Mui Wo-bound First Ferry VI vessel.

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Hong Kong society

Private sector will be invited to run new elderly care centres for middle class

‘Publicly built, privately run’ model will provide more diverse, higher-quality services and allow operators to meet wider range of needs, official says.

Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong lawmakers urge rethink of housing development policy for elderly

Lawmakers say government must reassess scheme to develop public rental flats for elderly by balancing costs and providing services, not just homes.

An elderly man walks past Cheerful Court in Kowloon Bay, a Senior Citizen Residences Scheme project, on Monday. Photo: Karma Lo
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