Hong Kong’s Mai Po wetlands are a magnet for diverse species of birds, but now this natural asset is once again under threat, this time from plans to build an IT hub for its Northern Metropolis.
Pond filling for San Tin Technopole development only to begin once ecological mitigation measures designed to offset losses start, authorities say
KP.2 is offshoot of Omicron variant and was first detected in India in early January, before spreading around world and becoming dominant strain in US.
Babies who are premature or suffering from severe illnesses such as congenital heart diseases will be eligible, Hospital Authority says.
Post earlier reported authorities considering postponement, with Chan urging them to ‘think twice and readjust’.
Undersecretary for Security Michael Cheuk warns thrill-seeking residents against chasing waves, says police will enforce law when necessary.
Consumer Council says high concentrations of DEET may cause rashes, blisters, skin and mucous membrane irritation, warning children more susceptible.
Consumer Council warns parents about small parts falling off baby and infant clothes or that have long cords.
The world’s largest double-decker bus maker, Alexander Dennis, said electrification is the future for Hong Kong’s bus fleet and hopes to roll out more battery-powered models for the city to meet its decarbonisation goals.
Government does its job by installing warning signs, veteran mountaineers say, but many hikers lack knowledge and put themselves in danger when posing for social media posts.
Senior counsel for government says unfair for Hong Kong Golf Club to claim authorities failed to account for protected trees in environmental impact assessment for redevelopment of course.
Environmental group Greeners Action urges government to promote takeaway container borrowing services in community as further step to reduce plastic.
Hospital Authority will require companies to submit applications directly without going through doctors, which may shorten time to five months, official says.
Professor David Hui says prolonged mask mandate during Covid-19 to blame for longer flu season.
Observatory says those in higher latitudes generally more likely to experience phenomena, but people in northern China may see auroras depending on storm intensity, weather conditions.
After death of four children from flu this year, professor says it’s time to discuss adding jab to list of recommended shots for children.
The Post finds many of city’s most luxurious hotels have not scrapped free plastic amenities for guests despite recent ban amid leeway offered during transition period.
Senior Counsel Jin Pao defends report decried by Hong Kong Golf Club as ‘deficient’ and in breach of compliance standards.
Dr Ronald Lam, director of health, says the government is in discussion with contractors on the digital system, with plans for help stations for elderly.
Development Bureau bars companies after Labour Department halts work at park, where worker was crushed while inspecting metal structure.
Health chief Lo Chung-mau says rate may even grow higher if more men join scheme designed to detect chronic diseases at an early stage.