A woman was hit on the head by a falling banana while exercising at a Kwun Tong estate on Sunday morning. Police are investigating the incident as a case of dropping objects from a height.
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A woman was hit on the head by a falling banana while exercising at a Kwun Tong estate on Sunday morning. Police are investigating the incident as a case of dropping objects from a height.
Hong Kong's Mandatory Provident Fund Authority says the first phase of fully portable MPF will launch on 21 December 2026, covering about 1 million employees who started work or changed jobs after 1 May 2025.
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Weekend Halloween markets at Mody Road Garden in Tsim Sha Tsui attracted over 10,000 visitors in their opening week, organisers said. The event features movie-themed family carnivals and costume parties. Local vendors reported a boost in sales and brand exposure amid a quiet retail market.
Beijing says Washington's proposed rules expanding investment restrictions on China are discriminatory, harm bilateral trade and violate consensus between the two nations' leaders. China warns it will take countermeasures.
Hong Kong athletes who competed at the Nagoya Asian Games will take part in an open-top bus parade in Sha Tin on Tuesday afternoon. The event, organised by the Sha Tin Festival Committee and the district's home affairs department, will include medal winners and a souvenir giveaway.
Hong Kong's transport secretary said the government plans to introduce ride-hailing platform licensing as early as November, with 10,000 vehicle permits available via a weighted lottery. Applicants must pass a revised test, and officials are considering ownership duration rules to deter speculation.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, accompanied by Chinese official Wang Huning, visited Dandong to mark the 76th anniversary of China's entry into the Korean War. He paid respects at the Memorial Tower and met Wang, who praised the visit as significant for bilateral ties. Kim conveyed greetings to Xi
The Hong Kong Jockey Club is awarding over HK$5.56 million to Hong Kong athletes who won medals at the fifth Asian Para Games, which concluded on 24 October. The Hong Kong, China delegation won 41 medals across 10 sports.
Hong Kong won 41 medals at the 5th Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, which concluded on 24 October 2026. The closing ceremony featured a handover of the Asian Paralympic Committee flag to Doha, Qatar, as the next host city.
Apple's debut foldable iPhone Duo has faced widespread reports of display defects and hinge issues a day after launch. Early adopters reported vertical black lines and white artifacts on screens. Out-of-warranty repairs could cost over HK$8,700, and experts attribute problems to first-generation des
A 34-year-old man was arrested in Hong Kong after animal protection volunteers caught him allegedly spiking stray cat food with rat poison. Police found a 14-centimetre fruit knife in his possession. The suspect, surnamed Ho, is being held on suspicion of animal cruelty and weapon offences.
Hong Kong customs arrested two mainland Chinese men at the airport on 23-24 October, seizing about 5kg of suspected cannabis and 5.4kg of suspected cocaine from their checked luggage. Both were charged with drug trafficking and will appear in court on 26 October.
Hong Kong Sports Institute Vice Chairman Vincent Cheng Wing-shun says the number of elite athletes supported by the institute has risen nearly 60 per cent over five years, reaching almost 800 full-time competitors. He attributed the growth to broader talent pipelines and proposed satellite training
The head of Hong Kong's Task Force on Policy Address said the city's first five-year plan aligns with national development goals, citing gold trading and supply chain services as examples. He described the plan as a practical tool for implementing the 'one country, two systems' principle under the N
Tropical Cyclone Jongdari has killed one person and injured more than 520 in Taiwan. Damage includes fallen trees, downed power lines and damaged water pipes. Power was cut to over 340,000 households, with more than 90 per cent restored by late afternoon on 24 October.
A father was arrested on suspicion of wounding after his nine-year-old daughter sustained a bleeding chest injury during a struggle over a knife at their public housing flat in Tuen Mun. The girl was taken to hospital in stable condition. Police are investigating the incident.
Hong Kong's finance chief spoke at the 2026 Innovation and Technology Carnival, highlighting the locally made 'Tianyun' camera on China's Tiangong space station and AI's role in accelerating research. He also unveiled the city's first five-year plan for innovation development.
Hong Kong's Security Bureau launched a pilot training course for its Uniformed Youth Leadership Forum on 24 October 2026. Secretary for Security Tang Siu-keung urged participants to learn diverse skills, hone communication and analysis, and develop a sense of national duty. The course includes disci
Hong Kong's cultural and sports official Rosalia Lo congratulated athletes after the team won three gold, 14 silver and 24 bronze medals at the fifth Asian Para Games. Lo praised the boccia and fencing teams for record-breaking performances and thanked all support staff.
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee congratulated the city's team for winning 41 medals at the 5th Asian Para Games in 2026, including a record haul in lawn bowls. He pledged continued government support for disabled sports.
China's State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters activated a Level IV emergency response for Shanghai, Zhejiang, Fujian and Jiangsu as Severe Tropical Storm Jongdari entered the East China Sea. Authorities ordered vessel checks, risk inspections and evacuations in high-risk areas.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has arrived in Dandong, China, via a newly opened border bridge, according to South Korea's Yonhap news agency. The visit comes as China and North Korea seek to revive trade and ties after pandemic disruptions.
Hong Kong's Immigration Department says the new Kong Sham Chung checkpoint is running smoothly as it enters its second weekend, with officials anticipating a gradual increase in cross-border traffic. The department has set up e-channel registration counters on the departure floor and is monitoring p
Hong Kong's Department of Health reported suspected improper use of email accounts linked to its HIV testing website. No data leak was detected. The website has been suspended for investigation, and police have been notified.
Security chief Cheung Ting-pong opened an anti-terrorism education exhibition at the Hong Kong History Museum, urging the public to enhance awareness and response capabilities. The exhibition features interactive displays on counter-terrorism strategies, national security cases, and bomb disposal eq
A 39-year-old woman was hospitalised after a heavy glass exit door fell on her head at Butterfly Plaza in Tuen Mun on Friday evening. Police classified it as an accident. The mall's manager said routine inspections found no issues, but CCTV showed the door was pushed with force before failing.
Hong Kong's boccia team won one gold and two bronze medals on the final day of the 20th Asian Para Games on 24 October, finishing with a total of eight medals across the competition.
Hong Kong police dismantled a cross-border credit card fraud syndicate in an operation from August to October, arresting 16 people. The group is linked to at least 60 cases involving over HK$1.8 million in losses, with victims targeted after visiting Shenzhen. Mainland police also arrested 17 suspec
A 9-second video of a man crawling under a ticket gate at Fortress Hill MTR station has gone viral. Netizens debate whether he was fare-dodging or made a digital payment error. Under MTR bylaws, crawling under a barrier carries a maximum HK$3,000 fine and a HK$1,000 surcharge.