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Head of Government
Chief Executive John Lee
Hong Kong courts
CUHK alumni lose legal bid to overturn election ban over ‘scandalous’ conduct
Judge says Walter Tse and Anthony Suen’s prior behaviour raised concerns about their candidacy for institution’s advisory body.
3 hours ago
Animal welfare in Hong Kong
Police probe suspected poisoning of 4 dogs
2 hours ago
Hong Kong courts
Law firm asks court to block access to files seized in ‘crash-for-cash’ probe
4 hours ago
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong’s jobless rate edges up to 3.9%
But authorities remain optimistic, saying growing economy will support labour market going forward.
4 hours ago
Hong Kong property
Hong Kong’s property market to build on gains in the Year of the Horse: agents
Overall property transactions in the Year of the Snake totalled 87,506 valued at about US$86.8 billion, according to the Land Registry.
20 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
Hong Kong society
‘Blood moon’ lunar eclipse expected on March 3 in Hong Kong
Lunar eclipse will begin before moonrise, at 6.22pm that day, when part of the moon starts to enter Earth’s shadow, and end at 10.25pm.
2 hours ago
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Hong Kong society
Attack on Hong Kong man in Sapporo caused by ‘dining etiquette’ dispute
Incident has already prompted Chinese consulate to warn nationals against travel to Japan, amid heightened tensions between Tokyo and Beijing.
20 Feb 2026 - 5:12PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Tai Po fire owners to get buy-back offer of up to about HK$10,000 per square foot
Government sources say acquisition prices will range from about HK$8,000 to HK$10,000 per square foot, higher than previously estimated.
2 hours ago
Hong Kong tourism
Hongkongers make 1.4 million outbound trips over Lunar New Year break
Local tourism sector reports modest gains this year despite nearly 13 per cent drop in mainland Chinese arrivals from pre-pandemic levels.
3 hours ago
Hong Kong weather
Hong Kong Observatory detects tremors felt by residents
Forecaster announced at 2.34pm that its seismic network picked up tremors after receiving over 100 reports from residents.
20 Feb 2026 - 5:36PM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong airport’s Terminal 2 projected to serve 15 million travellers this year
Airport Authority says 15 airlines are scheduled to operate from the terminal, set to fully open in May, with a midterm goal of doubling its capacity.
6 hours ago
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Hong Kong public hospitals report decline in emergency visits over Lunar New Year
Hospital Authority links 15 per cent year-on-year decline in A&E cases during the first three days of the holiday to fee reforms taking effect.
6 hours ago
SCMP Highlights
US drone presence worries China, neuroscientist moves to Shenzhen: 7 highlights
From China’s push for foreign Lunar New Year spending to a Hongkonger attacked in Japan, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
20 Feb 2026 - 12:34PM
Gold in Hong Kong
Hong Kong stocks and gold start the Year of the Horse on a mixed note
The Hang Seng Index fell 1.1 per cent on the first day of trading of the new year, while local gold prices rose 0.6 per cent.
20 Feb 2026 - 5:23PM
Hong Kong economy
Letters
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An orderly Hong Kong can remain open and outward-looking
Readers discuss Western media reactions to the Jimmy Lai case sentencing, the city’s roads, and the need for public bodies to do more to protect residents’ interests.
20 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
What to do in Hong Kong
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, February 20 to 22
Enjoy music and markets in West Kowloon, take your pet to a cafe in Sheung Wan, attend a women-only workout in Quarry Bay and more.
20 Feb 2026 - 10:46AM
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Hong Kong stock market
Hong Kong stocks fall as market reopens after 3-day Lunar New Year holiday
Tech heavyweights Alibaba, Baidu and Kuaishou drop as trading commences in the Year of the Horse.
20 Feb 2026 - 4:49PM
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Asean
Opinion
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Building Asean ties puts Hong Kong on path to long-term growth
Expanding relations with Southeast Asia can open new markets for the city’s firms, deepen the talent pool and promote greater understanding.
20 Feb 2026 - 9:30AM
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Hong Kong budget 2026-27
What’s at stake for Hong Kong as reflected in budget 2026-27?
Analysts are upbeat amid city’s booming IPO sector and thriving financial market, but warn of geopolitical headwinds.
20 Feb 2026 - 8:36AM
Banking & finance
Editorial
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Hong Kong regulators are right to scrutinise IPO applications
To protect the city’s long-term financial health, investment banks must ensure that only quality applicants become publicly listed.
20 Feb 2026 - 7:15AM
Banking & finance
HK$10,000 bonus, extra day off: Hong Kong banks reward staff returning to work
Bank of China (Hong Kong) is giving away hampers, ZA Bank is paying a HK$10,000 bonus, while HSBC and Hang Seng are offering HK$500.
20 Feb 2026 - 11:02AM
Hong Kong society
Editorial
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Minimum wage rises must not leave behind city’s most vulnerable
As the economic pie grows, money-making companies can afford to do more so employees who are struggling get their fair share of return.
20 Feb 2026 - 6:45AM
Crime
US man found guilty of beating 4 to death in New York, including HK migrant
The jury rejected an insanity defence by Randy Santos for the killings of Chuen Kok, 83, and three other homeless men in 2019.
20 Feb 2026 - 7:59AM
Hong Kong environmental issues
Green group calls for action after Hong Kong campsites packed
More tents at Ham Tin Wan and Sai Wan campsites in Sai Kung but situation ‘under control’, authorities say.
19 Feb 2026 - 8:25PM
Hong Kong politics
Protect Hongkongers in Japan, authorities urge Tokyo after tourist attacked
Concerns over attack on resident in Sapporo amid tense relations between China and Japan over Sanae Takaichi’s Taiwan comments.
19 Feb 2026 - 9:27PM
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Hong Kong tourism
Hong Kong hotels, tourist-area eateries report brisk trade over Lunar New Year
Locals left city in droves from February 13 to 18, with residents making 2.5 million journeys out, compared with 1 million tourist arrivals.
19 Feb 2026 - 10:56PM
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Hong Kong economy
Crowds continue to flood Hong Kong attractions despite outbound travel surge
Popular spots across city continue to draw large festive crowds, even as data shows nearly 16 per cent rise in net outflow during holiday period.
19 Feb 2026 - 10:21PM
Architecture and design
This Hong Kong home sleeps six – and still feels serene
This luminous, Japanese-inspired bolt-hole in Tsim Sha Tsui is a far cry from its gloomy, fragmented beginnings.
19 Feb 2026 - 1:00PM
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