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Education in Hong Kong

Why the slow progress for Hong Kong’s university town?

University leaders urge government to clarify how much land they will get in Northern Metropolis megaproject, saying talks with potential partners can’t move forward.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Deadly Tai Po fire revealed ‘unacceptable systemic failings’, inquiry hears

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Firefighter killed in Tai Po blaze may have entered wrong building, inquiry told

Accidents and personal safety

Operator killed as tower crane collapses at Hong Kong construction site

Main contractor involved, Woon Lee Construction, was fined by authorities over two fatal incidents in 2009 and 2011.

Resce workers at the construction site in Kwai Chung. Photo: Sam Tsang
BN(O) passport

Hongkongers on BN(O) pathway won’t face tougher English test, UK confirms

Minister for Migration and Citizenship Mike Tapp says current B1 English language requirement for settlement under BN(O) route will remain unchanged.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Public hearing outlines 6 key failures behind Tai Po fire – as it happened

Lead barrister Victor Dawes says messages show substandard scaffolding mesh was used by contractors, while a cigarette ‘most likely’ caused the blaze.

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Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong campsite operator who murdered ‘alien’ girlfriend jailed for life

Judge says Tang Lung-fai, 56, was merciless as he killed live-in girlfriend Fok Sin-yee, 38, in ‘vicious, brutal and savage attack’.

The woman’s body was found face down near the main entrance of the house in Mui Tsz Lam village. Photo: Felix Wong
Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong to test new campsite booking system amid overcrowding, litter concerns

Authorities also reveal 32 people had been prosecuted for offences in Sai Kung’s country parks over Chinese New Year holiday.

Hong Kong courts

Anthony Mason, who helped put top Hong Kong court on the map, dies at age 100

City leader, current and former top judges pay tribute to former Australian chief justice and praise ‘his profound wisdom and illustrious experience’.

Education in Hong Kong

What brought John Lee’s alma mater to the brink of closure?

Hong Kong’s leader graduated from Five Districts Business Welfare Association School in 1970.

The Five Districts Business Welfare Association School advertises John Lee among its alumni. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong

Hong Kong women’s group condemns entry of Tates amid safety and equality concerns

Association Concerning Sexual Violence Against Women says Andrew and Tristan Tate should be categorised as ‘undesirable for entry’ by authorities.

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The video clip shows Andrew Tate at the “villain-hitting” stalls in Causeway Bay. Photo: X/Andrew Tate
Hong Kong economy

Northern Metropolis land-use laws won’t undermine board’s authority: experts

Compressing procedures to two months will break traditional development ‘shackles’, lawmaker argues.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | Medical Council reform must prioritise the public interest

It's well within reason for Hongkongers to expect accountability from a body tasked with registering and licensing medical practitioners.

Hong Kong economy

Measures to streamline Northern Metropolis land-use procedures unveiled

Proposed Development Bureau legislation aims to cut process from nine months to just two and remove bottlenecks.

Lok Ma Chau is one of the areas covered by the megaproject. Photo: Eugene Lee
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

8 wild boars captured, put down after wandering into Hong Kong’s Wong Tai Sin

Two large boars and six smaller ones near Chuk Yuen (North) Estate captured by Agricultural, Fisheries and Conservation Department staff.

The wild boars were captured in Hong Kong’s Wong Tai Sin neighbourhood. Photo: Handout
Ocean Park

Hong Kong’s Ocean Park euthanises 17-year-old red panda Rou Rou

Park puts down ageing red panda to spare her pain after degenerative joint issues and loss of response to palliative care.

Hong Kong

Suspected wartime mortar round detonated safely at Hong Kong construction site

No evacations needed as bomb disposal officers complete operation at site in Kwu Tung North on Tuesday morning.

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Hong Kong

Letters | How Hong Kong can better support its Nepali youth

Readers discuss the challenges faced by an ethnic minority group, the need for a law to prevent workplace bullying, and the struggles of English teachers.

A Nepali performer puts traditional costumes on a mannequin at the Asia+ Festival at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui on November 10, 2024. Photo: Eugene Lee
Artificial intelligence

HKGAI to launch world’s first governed AI agent network amid OpenClaw frenzy

System aims to let AI agents collaborate under strict rules, as HKGAI rolls out tools for school selection, budgeting and racing data.

Hong Kong transport

Editorial | Digital revolution can revive Hong Kong taxi industry’s image

Embracing e-payments will shed the industry’s technophobia and improve services, raising its standing with the public.

Sexual harassment and assault

Video | Tate brothers party in Hong Kong, sparking controversy

Andrew and Tristan Tate, brothers who are facing rape and human trafficking charges in Romania and the UK, visited Lan Kwai Fong and a restaurant in Causeway Bay.

Online influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, who both face rape and human-trafficking charges in Romania and the United Kingdom, were reported to have entered Hong Kong over the weekend, sparking a heated discussion online.
Northern Metropolis

Northern Metropolis to streamline land approval process from 9 to 2 months: sources

New legislation intended to align with newly unveiled 15th national five-year plan and speed up megaproject development.

The Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area in Tuen Mun. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong in new push to get young people to register as voters

Youngsters will be exempted from producing proof of address to register as electors as part of campaign.

Hong Kong science and tech

Fix, don’t fire ‘digital employee’ OpenClaw over security risks: Paul Chan

Finance chief’s remarks follow Digital Policy Office’s advice to government departments to avoid installing AI agent.

Fashion

In their words: Mimi Tang defines 20 years of setting trends in Hong Kong

Formerly at Kering overseeing Gucci, Saint Laurent and more luxury brands, Tang recalls Louis Vuitton’s fashion show in Hong Kong, and names her style icons.

Mimi Tang, pictured at the SCMP office in November 2021, believes that Hong Kong’s position as a style capital is partly down to its rich mix of cultures. Photo: Xiaomei Chen
Super Typhoon Ragasa

Couple to face child neglect charges after son swept into sea during typhoon

Five-year-old’s parents arrested in January after they took family to Hong Kong waterfront amid No 8 typhoon warning signal last September.

The man, who jumped into the water after his wife and child were swept into the sea, is stretchered off a rescue boat in September last year. Photo: Handout
Consumer protection in Hong Kong

Hong Kong watchdog warns 24-hour gym users of hidden costs, data privacy risks

Consumer Council urges users to weigh short-term costs and review privacy terms before signing up, with fees and policies varying citywide.

Hong Kong

Influencer Andrew Tate, facing rape charges in 2 countries, parties in Hong Kong

Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are facing rape and human‑trafficking charges in Romania and UK, visit Lan Kwai Fong and restaurant in Causeway Bay.

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