The 214 victims, aged between 17 and 78, suffered losses of HK$289 million, police say.
Fare increases approved by the Executive Council, the city’s top decision-making body.
Taxi veered onto pavement and struck fence before tipping onto its left side.
Forecaster expects weather to remain cold on Sunday before the mercury gradually rises next week.
Company is ‘in a phase of record training’, spokesman says.
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Airlines are expected to deliver a global profit of US$36.6 billion next year, International Air Transport Association says.
Willie Walsh argues some foreign airlines failed to return to full capacity due to supply chain and airspace issues rather than geopolitics.
Airline already held two recruitment roadshows in Hong Kong this year and is offering tax-free monthly salaries of US$6,800 to US$12,250.
Gamers descend on six locations to catch an assortment of virtual creatures at various landmarks and hidden gems.
Hong Kong’s flag carrier says it has ‘robust plans in place’ to recruit pilots to support rebuilding plan.
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Mable Chan non-committal over potentially issuing bonds to fund six projects forecast to cost HK$300 billion.
Transport chief expected to form a strong partnership with new tourism minister.
Chief Executive John Lee held off to ensure his administration projected strong image in lead-up to passage of domestic national security law, according to insiders.
Mega ACE Fund review follows controversy over funding of football friendly that Lionel Messi sat out and HK$7.8 million Chubby Hearts installation.
City leader says aviation capacity must ‘soar’, but challenges remain for carriers as long-haul market recovery drags on amid Russia-Ukraine war.
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Three-runway project has been hailed as a ‘game-changer’ for the city to enhance its status as an international aviation hub.
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Wong, former head of Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, seen as experienced CEO able to balance different voices.
Cathay Pacific originally said its recovery to pre-pandemic levels would not be possible until the first quarter of 2025.
US president-elect’s plan to impose additional 10 per cent tariff on goods from China likely to hurt Hong Kong’s exports, experts also say.
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Analysts warn that patrons could face rising airfares despite tussle for market share.
Regional aviation chief, experts say Trump’s pledge to end wars in Ukraine, Middle East could be boon for global aviation industry.
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Firing staff not an option for punitive action given public health sector’s manpower crunch, Hospital Authority chairman says.
Chairman Yan Bo says service will be back on January 18 as part of ‘transformation’ from regional carrier into international airline.
Transport sector lawmaker says he believes failed bid unrelated to politics, while another legislator unsure over reason for ‘tough’ renewal terms.
Flight attendants’ union had asked for a rise of 4.5 per cent while bosses had significant pay bump in recent years.
State leader says city should deepen financial reforms, expand cooperation and opening up and dovetail with national developments.
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Business leaders eye opportunities in areas from finance to transport, saying deal will also help promote city as trading and investment hub.
Hong Kong police are also battling growing trend, noting 75 per cent increase in crime on city-bound flights in first 10 months of year.
Residents can cross borders at Shenzhen Bay and Zhuhai’s Gongbei checkpoints under pilot scheme to fast-track customs clearance process.
Company also announces it has exceeded 50 per cent market share for backlog of widebody planes in region.