Hong Kong has formed a steering committee chaired by the chief secretary to plan 30th anniversary of its return to China, with a task force and project office supporting preparations. Officials say activities will include national education elements and highlight the city's advantages under 'one cou
Four franchised bus operators in Hong Kong have applied for fare increases ranging from 8.1% to 17.7%, citing rising fuel and wage costs. The government says it will review the applications carefully and may reduce or reject excessive rises.
Citi and the Changing Young Lives Foundation held the finale of the Job Hunter Challenge 2026, a year-long programme training over 400 underprivileged students in AI literacy. Ten winners received internships, supported by a US$500,000 Citi Foundation grant.
Hong Kong shares rose slightly by noon on Wednesday, with the Hang Seng Index up 0.16 per cent to 24,384 points, driven by tech gains. The Hang Seng Tech Index climbed 1.61 per cent, while mainland markets were mixed.
Public gym induction courses in Hong Kong are 14 times oversubscribed, prompting lawmakers and industry figures to demand fairer access rules, online briefings, and penalties for no-shows, including higher fees for repeat offenders.
Hong Kong's flu vaccination drive has administered about 700,000 doses in less than a month since 17 September. Health Secretary Lo Chung-mau urged higher uptake, targeting last year's 2.03 million doses, as new measures including expanded procurement and e-consent forms take effect.
China's Finance Minister Lan Fo'an will lead the Chinese delegation and chair the APEC finance ministers' meeting in Hong Kong from 20-21 October. The agenda includes closed-door discussions on economic growth, a working lunch with business leaders on private capital and digital infrastructure finan
Three franchised bus operators in Hong Kong have applied for fare increases of more than 10 per cent, citing high fuel costs. The proposals may be discussed in Legco's transport panel on 16 October, with the government facing pressure to approve amid global market volatility.
Hong Kong stocks opened lower on Wednesday, with the Hang Seng Index falling 62 points to 24,282, tracking overnight US declines. Tech shares were mixed, chipmakers remained under pressure, and financial stocks like HSBC and AIA slipped at the bell.
A white Lexus crashed into a road works vehicle on Gascoigne Road in Yau Ma Tei at about 5am on Wednesday. The car driver suffered abrasions and was treated at the scene. Police are investigating the cause.
About 30 per cent of Hong Kong psoriasis patients develop psoriatic arthritis, a chronic condition affecting skin and joints. Experts urge early treatment to prevent joint damage and reduce cardiovascular risks, with personalised therapies offering new hope.
Hong Kong Customs seized about 320,000 suspected pharmaceutical products worth HK$18 million at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge port on Tuesday. A 39-year-old mainland driver was arrested and charged with attempting to export unmanifested cargo.
Hong Kong will host the World Health Summit Regional Meeting for the first time in May 2027, organised by HKUMed. The event, themed 'Health Across Borders', is expected to draw about 2,000 participants to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Two women were arrested after a brawl near the Clock Tower in Tsim Sha Tsui on Tuesday evening. Police said a 51-year-old woman reported being punched, while a 59-year-old woman suffered injuries; both were held on suspicion of fighting in a public place.
A woman was rescued unconscious from the water off Sheung Wan early on Wednesday after a passer-by reported a figure floating near the Rumsey Street carpark. Fire Services personnel retrieved her and she was taken to Ruttonjee Hospital. Police are investigating the incident.
A 13-year-old girl was found dead in her Yau Ma Tei home on Tuesday night after hanging herself. Police recovered a suicide note at the scene and are investigating. A post-mortem examination will determine the cause of death.
Police arrested 16 people in Wan Chai on Tuesday during an anti-vice operation targeting upstairs units on Lockhart Road and Wan Chai Road. Seven foreign men, three foreign women and six mainland women were detained on suspicion of breaching conditions of stay.
MTR is building the new Hung Shui Kiu Station on the Tuen Ma Line using modular construction, assembling 10,000-tonne station halves 30 metres away before skidding them into place. The method avoids disruptive in-situ work during the limited 'Golden Two Hours' night window.
A 39-year-old man has tested positive for monkeypox in Hong Kong after high-risk sexual contact at a Mong Kok venue, which has been advised to close. The Centre for Health Protection urges visitors since September 14 to call a hotline, as cases rise sharply.
Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission reported a 78 per cent drop in overstretched sponsor firms and signing principals between January and September, following regulatory scrutiny. It warned gatekeepers to remain vigilant against opaque IPO financing schemes and artificially inflated demand
A 51-year-old Kenyan woman was found unconscious in her North Point home on Tuesday afternoon and was certified dead at the scene. Police and firefighters responded to a report at a flat on King's Road near Kam Ping Street, with the cause of death under investigation.
Ocean Park announced plans for a marine mammal conservation centre and a revamped giant panda pavilion, both opening in 2027 as part of its 50th anniversary. The park also revealed collaborations, events, and a public memory submission drive, with government support highlighted.
Peruvian tenor Juan Diego Flórez will perform with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra for the first time in October, presenting a bel canto opera gala in Hong Kong and Guangzhou. The concerts also mark the HK Phil debut of conductor Michele Spotti.
Hong Kong Baptist Hospital has rolled out Sentire, a locally developed robotic surgical system for urology and general surgery. The hospital plans to expand its use and launch a subsidy for prostate cancer patients next month.
Hong Kong's constitutional affairs chief Janice Tse Siu-wa reaffirmed the SAR government's full support for Beijing's Taiwan policy after Taiwan leader William Lai Ching-te's Double Tenth address drew criticism from Beijing. Tse pledged continued alignment with President Xi Jinping's principles and
MTR services on the Kwun Tong Line gradually resumed on Monday evening after a fire beside the tracks at Lam Tin Station was extinguished. The disruption began at about 5.55pm, with services between Kwun Tong and Tiu Keng Leng temporarily suspended.
Hong Kong buyers of Apple's foldable iPhone Duo face risks from third-party ordering bots that may steal credit card or personal data. An IT expert warns that even successful orders could lead to unauthorized charges far exceeding potential resale profits.
The Autumn Electronics Fair and electronicAsia opened in Hong Kong with 3,200 exhibitors from 15 countries and regions, featuring AI, robotics and frontier tech. More than 120 robots are on display, and a new Future Industries Zone debuts, backed by Cyberport and other innovation institutions.
The southbound yacht scheme will start on Friday, allowing Guangdong-registered yachts to enter Hong Kong. Nearly 300 mainland captains have completed training, and the Marine Department has set up a real-time monitoring system and electronic platform for crew and passengers.
Hong Kong police report fraud now constitutes half of all crime for the first time, with over 29,000 cases in the first eight months of 2026. Losses reached HK$5.2 billion, driven by telephone scams and investment fraud. Authorities urge public vigilance.
A police investigator testified that Abby Choi's mother reported being threatened with decapitation in an alleged HK$1.6 million extortion attempt by people claiming triad links. The court heard inconsistencies in her account of a gambling dispute. The evidence emerged on the 15th day of the murder
SmarTone Telecommunications announced Fiona Lau Yeuk-hung has resigned as executive director and chief executive officer to pursue other opportunities, effective Wednesday. Deputy chairman Allen Fung Yuk-lun will assume her duties temporarily, while the board's loss of its only female member trigger
Airside in Kai Tak launches a Kuromi-themed dessert event with a six-meter installation, pop-up store, interactive bakery experience and themed dining menu from October 14 to November 30.
Hong Kong customs officers intercepted a medium-sized truck at the Shenzhen Bay control point on 12 October and seized about 8,000 kilograms of unmanifested, duty-unpaid manufactured tobacco with an estimated market value of HK$53.4 million. A 51-year-old local driver was arrested, and investigation
Hong Kong will launch gold trading pilot courses with the Financial Services Development Council this year to address a talent shortage, Secretary Christopher Hui said. The central gold clearing system began trial operation in July, targeting launch in early 2027, with storage capacity to expand to
A 42-year-old domestic helper has been arrested on suspicion of theft after gold items worth about HK$100,000 were reported stolen from a flat in Ho Man Tin. Police responded to a report from a 38-year-old male resident and made the arrest after initial inquiries.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan says Hong Kong's worth goes beyond its booming IPO market, citing its concentration of financial institutions, investors and talent. He notes Jiangsu is a key partner, with over 129 Jiangsu firms listed in the city at a combined valuation of HK$1.44 trillion.
A fire broke out on a scrap metal barge moored near Tuen Mun's cargo working area on Tuesday afternoon, sending thick smoke over the district. Fire services deployed a water jet and breathing apparatus team; no injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation.
Hong Kong's Ocean Park will celebrate its 50th anniversary in January 2027, with the government pledging support for its transformation into a conservation education base. The park plans new animal-themed activities, an adventure zone and expanded panda facilities.
The Hong Kong government has renewed the free-TV licences of TVB, HKTVE and i-Cable for 12 years, introducing relaxations and stricter requirements to foster industry growth. The changes aim to balance evolving broadcasting trends with public expectations.
Voltage dips in parts of Kowloon and the New Territories on Tuesday afternoon triggered 179 lift entrapments and 40 fire alarm activations, the Fire Services Department said. Four women aged 68 to 71 felt unwell, three were taken to hospital. CLP Power said a 400,000-volt line briefly dipped but sup
Linkin Park's new concert film UNSHATTER, directed by Joe Hahn, opens in Hong Kong and Macau on October 16. The 128-minute documentary traces the band's path from private sessions in 2022 through their 2024 album From Zero, using kintsugi as a metaphor for embracing loss.
CLPe and Modern Terminals have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a roadmap for electrifying Hong Kong's container port operations. The plan covers onshore power for vessels, battery swapping for tractors and charging for electric equipment, supporting Modern Terminals' 2030 emissions t
Hongkong Post contract workers affected by changes to employment arrangements will get priority and relaxed requirements in applying for other civil service jobs, a union says. The measures include preferential selection, salary protection and shorter probation periods.
Hong Kong's aircraft accident authority said a Boeing 747-481 BDSF freighter veered left and left the runway during landing because the No 4 engine thrust lever moved forward. No mechanical fault has been found so far, and the final report is due by end-2026.
The Hong Kong Housing Authority will begin flat selection for the Home Ownership Scheme 2025 on October 21, offering nearly 7,000 new flats across five projects. Prices range from about HK$1.5 million to HK$4.8 million, with a 30 per cent discount from assessed market value.
The Hong Kong dollar traded near the weak end of its 7.75-7.85 band on Tuesday, potentially prompting the HKMA to buy local currency. ANZ analysts expect the peg to remain despite gradual depreciation.
Hong Kong's overall manpower shortage is projected to narrow to about 130,000 by 2028, driven by AI adoption and economic restructuring, according to a government projection. Officials say 60 per cent of vacancies will be in frontline roles, and 90 per cent of firms plan to integrate AI.
Kai Tak Sports Park has won Gold and Special Recognition awards in the Equal Opportunities Commission's Universal Design Award Scheme 2026/27, praised for barrier-free facilities. The park, which has hosted over 170 events since March, features accessible seating, braille signage, and enhanced trans
The Law Society of Hong Kong has opened a 30,000-square-foot arbitration and mediation centre at its former Wing On House office in Central. The facility, launched Tuesday, offers subsidised meeting and hearing spaces to members amid rising demand and high rents.
