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Bureau defends Hins Cheung mentor role after mainland China online backlash
Internet users in mainland China slam move to make Cantopop singer mentor in project to rehabilitate young protesters.
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Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong police arrest 9 men in joint Asia-wide crackdown on child pornography
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Crime in Hong Kong
Prison officer admits brutal assault on inmate after baby powder bingo game
5 hours ago
Crime in Hong Kong
14 minors among 120 people arrested in operation targeting online sales of drugs
Hong Kong police seize 53.7kg of dangerous drugs and Part 1 poisons worth HK$26 million during month-long operation.
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Evidence seized during the operation. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong urged to clarify consent in reforms to close sexual offence loopholes
Experts and survivor call for statutory consent definition to ensure clarity, fairness and stronger protection for victims.
26 Apr 2026 - 9:34PM
Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong police arrest 2 men over thefts targeting homeless people
Pair allegedly stole personal belongings such as cash, mobile phones, Octopus and bank cards, and identity documents.
25 Apr 2026 - 8:04PM
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What smokers need to know about Hong Kong’s new e-cigarette ban
From April 30, anyone found carrying small amount of alternative tobacco products in public for non-commercial purposes will have to pay HK$3,000.
25 Apr 2026 - 7:15PM
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From next week, an individual who possesses a specified alternative smoking product in a public place commits an offence. Photo: Edmond So
Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong police bust motorcycle theft syndicate, arrest 5 over 14 cases
The force says gang members split roles, from lookout to hot-wiring and delivery to buyers.
25 Apr 2026 - 4:33PM
Crime in Hong Kong
‘Toughest stance’: Hong Kong launches 18 operations against illegal fuel stations
Customs chief Chan Tsz-tat says the practice has become increasingly common in urban areas.
25 Apr 2026 - 4:12PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Changes to fire services law with tougher penalties set for public consultation
Security Bureau to submit amendments, including requirement fire alarms be checked every six months, to lawmakers early next month.
24 Apr 2026 - 11:12PM
Hong Kong courts
Ex-manager of crypto firm Huobi acquitted of moving millions into account
Chen Boliang accessed crypto platform now known as HTX to trade in dark pool under individual account, which is prohibited under regulations.
24 Apr 2026 - 5:59PM
Huobi began operations in mainland China in 2013 but pulled out of the country amid Beijing’s cryptocurrency crackdown in 2021. Photo: Handout
Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong police arrest 9 over HK$1.7 million in fake travel insurance claims
Syndicate allegedly faked overseas accidents with forged documents to claim payouts from insurers without ever leaving the city.
23 Apr 2026 - 5:11PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Tai Po fire probe: no emergency alert sent over fears of unpredictable responses
Judge David Lok urges distinction between firefighting and fire prevention, says officers at the scene had to make many difficult decisions.
23 Apr 2026 - 2:09PM
Crime in Hong Kong
Families seek review of coroner’s findings in Lamma ferry disaster inquest
Application for judicial review seeks to quash coroner’s findings that missing watertight door on ferry was a deliberate design choice.
23 Apr 2026 - 2:03AM
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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Tough penalties planned to stop unapproved fire system shutdowns in Hong Kong
Security Bureau plans to propose legal amendments to improve oversight following deadly Tai Po fire last November.
23 Apr 2026 - 2:54AM
The proposed measures aim to combat malpractice in light of the Tai Po fire. Photo: Sun Yeung
Crime in Hong Kong
Scammers trick students abroad into buying gold in fake money-laundering probes
Hong Kong police say at least nine victims studying in UK, Australia and other countries have fallen prey to the scams.
22 Apr 2026 - 2:26PM
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Hong Kong seeks to seize HK$56.5 million, 17 companies from jailed Jimmy Lai
Secretary for justice has applied to the High Court to seize Lai’s assets linked to national security offences.
21 Apr 2026 - 7:33PM
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Crime in Hong Kong
Teen driving Tesla arrested after knocking second vehicle through storefront
Police say garage employee, 16, believed to have been trying to drive car out of building on Luk Mei Tsuen Road when he lost control.
20 Apr 2026 - 11:01PM
Hong Kong police have arrested a 16-year-old garage worker for driving without a licence. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong
ESF administrator jailed for 25 months for accepting bribes to favour applicants
Fatimah Rumjahn accepted HK$640,000 from 13 parents and a middleman to help them secure kindergarten places by tampering with admissions system.
20 Apr 2026 - 7:22PM
Hong Kong society
Body of 32-year-old man found floating off Hong Kong park
Man was pronounced dead at scene, with cause of death set to be determined after autopsy.
20 Apr 2026 - 1:08PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Tai Po fire probe: member alleges rigged votes in management committee election
Committee member also admits owners’ corporation failed to follow through with threats to fine contractor for workers’ persistent smoking on site.
20 Apr 2026 - 5:59PM
Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong woman loses HK$4.9 million to bogus online ‘investment experts’
Victim lured by social media advertisement promising high-return stock investments, police say.
19 Apr 2026 - 11:31AM
Hong Kong recorded 43,212 crimes last year, nearly half of which were deception cases. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong’s Mirror star Keung To urges public to learn from his driving mistakes
‘I do not drive now. I do not dare to. I should brush up on my driving first,’ singer says after being fined for series of traffic offences.
18 Apr 2026 - 8:36PM
Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong authorities use drones to help raid illegal Yuen Long slaughterhouse
Facility run under ‘very poor hygiene’ conditions, officers say after arresting operator, 67, and seizing goat meat.
17 Apr 2026 - 8:03PM
Animal welfare in Hong Kong
Hong Kong to strengthen police coordination in animal abuse cases
Officials plan joint operations to enter premises in suspected abuse cases, as ombudsman’s report flags ineffective system and low prosecution rates.
17 Apr 2026 - 6:54PM
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