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Two Hong Kong public housing tenants were sentenced to jail on 5 October for failing to declare residential properties they owned. The Housing Authority said it would continue to crack down on abuse of public rental housing.
Hong Kong residents aged 18 and above can register from 6 October for joint inspection e-lanes at the rebuilt Huanggang port via the Immigration Department's e-chanel app or on-site. Parents can also register children aged 7-17. The system requires prior registration for mainland China's express lan
Discovery Bay will hold its inaugural DB Fun Day festival from October 31 to November 1, offering free activities, prize draws worth over HK$500,000, and free transport. The event includes workshops, a pet market, Halloween market, cosplay parade and a concert.
The Hong Kong Cyclothon, organised by the Tourism Board, will be held on 11 October. The non-competitive 56km category will debut a 'five tunnels, three bridges' route including the new Central Kowloon Bypass. Police announced phased road closures from 1am to around 1pm, affecting 120 bus routes and
Hong Kong’s Centre for Health Protection says breast cancer has an 84% five-year relative survival rate. The government promotes risk-based screening and healthy lifestyles during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A pilot screening programme for high-risk women has detected early-stage cancers.
Hong Kong's Immigration Department has launched a registration service for the new joint-inspection自助通道 at the rebuilt Lok Ma Chau control point. Eligible residents and mainland visitors can register via mobile app or on-site to clear both HK and Shenzhen customs in one queue.
Hong Kong will simplify licensing and cut venue costs for film productions. The government is reviewing Film Development Fund criteria, with AI’s role and challenges under consideration, says Secretary Rosanna Law.
The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority reported a deficit of HK$998 million for the 2025/26 fiscal year, up nearly 30 per cent from the previous year, mainly due to preparatory work for the upcoming West Kowloon Performing Arts Centre. The authority said it expects to stay within the governmen
Hong Kong's Transport Department announced special traffic and transport arrangements for the 11 October Cyclothon. Roads will close in phases from early morning, reopening by about 1:15 pm, affecting 120 bus routes and seven minibus routes.
Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee said the government will implement comprehensive reforms and pursue accountability after receiving the independent committee's report on the Wang Fuk Court fire. He outlined seven priority reforms, including a construction-site smoking ban and tighter fire-safety
Hong Kong's Housing Bureau urges Wang Fu Court owners to sign sale agreements for their flats before the deadline, offering case-by-case leniency for those with special circumstances like unresolved ownership. The 'Special Sale Scheme' selection process began on 29 September and is expected to concl
Chief Executive of Hong Kong praised Fujianese associations for supporting national and local unity at a National Day reception. She highlighted deepened cooperation between Hong Kong and Fujian province, and announced continued funding for hometown cultural programmes to strengthen ties with mainla
Hong Kong police urge the public to beware of fraudulent websites and phishing messages mimicking the official e-Traffic Ticket platform. The force stresses no discount for fine payments, and that official SMS come only from "#HKPF-eTT" with no embedded links.
CBRE reported that Hong Kong Grade-A office rents rose 3.2 per cent quarter-on-quarter in Q3 2026, marking the fourth consecutive quarterly increase. Vacancy rate fell to 15.5 per cent, while net absorption reached 858,600 sq ft in Q3, the highest first-nine-month total since 2018.
A Mong Kok toy store owner has offered a HK$5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a suspect who allegedly stole Hot Toys products worth about HK$5,000 over multiple visits. Police have been notified and security footage posted online shows a man calmly taking a box from a shelf and w
Hong Kong's Licensing Authority conducted raids on 71 premises ahead of National Day, finding five suspected unlicensed hotels or guesthouses. Authorities also targeted internet cafes offering illegal lodging, with penalties including up to three years in jail and HK$500,000 fines.
Cheung Yin-fa told the High Court on Tuesday that Kwong Kau, her daughter's former father-in-law, threatened to kill Abby Choi and the whole family when she tried to sell a Kadoorie Hill flat registered under his name to save stamp duty.
Police reopened Humphreys Avenue in Tsim Sha Tsui on 6 October after bomb disposal experts confirmed a suspicious white powder in a letter was flour. The letter was found in a mailbox at Season Commercial Building. Investigators believe the incident may be linked to a debt collection dispute.
Hong Kong's happiness index slipped to 5.87 out of 10 in 2026, down 0.08 points from the previous year, according to a survey by Wofoo Social Enterprises. Millennials reported lower scores, and 43.7 per cent of respondents showed moderate to severe depressive symptoms.
Hong Kong's innovation chief briefed lawmakers on the first five-year plan and 2026 policy address, outlining measures to boost AI, digital government and cybersecurity. Key initiatives include a 10-billion-dollar AI fund, massive computing power expansion and new AI oversight.
Hong Kong's Legislative Council canteen officially opened on 6 October. LegCo President Lau Hui-king said the canteen should listen to users' opinions and become a well-regarded dining venue.
Hong Kong's Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Edward Yiu says RTHK will enhance its role as a public broadcaster, using new media platforms and AI. RTHK Controller Alice Kwan details internal resource reallocation and partnerships to promote national and Hong Kong stories globally.
Literary critics predict this year's Nobel literature prize, to be announced on 8 October, could go to a woman from China or the Caribbean, as the Swedish Academy faces pressure to diversify after a history of awarding mostly Western men. Antiguan-American author Jamaica Kincaid and China's Can Xue
Hong Kong's commerce and economic development chief briefed lawmakers on the city's first five-year plan and 2026 policy address, focusing on 6G, low-orbit satellite licensing, drone spectrum rules, and broadcast deregulation to align with national strategies.
Hong Kong will host the United Nations Industrial Development Organization's first Asia-Pacific Global Center of Excellence for Advanced Manufacturing from the second quarter of 2027. The centre will focus on AI, robotics, new energy and industrial design, aligning with Hong Kong's goal to raise man
S&P Global reported Hong Kong's seasonally adjusted PMI dropped to 49.2 in September from 49.5 in August, marking two consecutive months of decline. Firms cited reduced customer numbers and heightened competition for the downturn.
Lingnan University in Hong Kong is reshaping its liberal arts education to include AI, data science and digital literacy, according to president Joe Qin Sizhao. The university has launched a high-performance computing centre, new interdisciplinary programmes, and recruited about 40 scholars, contrib
West Kowloon traffic police issued four summonses to taxi drivers on Monday during an operation codenamed KICKSTARTER. The drivers were suspected of offences including refusing a hire, having multiple mobile devices in front while driving, and failing to display the meter or driver's identity card.
Ronald Siu, chairman and CEO of Datronix Holdings, bought a HK$115 million seafront villa at ONE STANLEY in April 2024. The Buildings Department found construction deviations including a missing steel mesh in a beam. The department said there was no immediate danger but has summoned involved parties
An explosion sound at a works site in Kwai Chung on Monday was caused by a faulty underground cable for a pedestrian crossing beacon, the Civil Engineering and Development Department said. No one was injured, and repairs were completed by 5:30pm.
A four-vehicle collision on Tuen Mun Road near Tai Lam Chung late Monday night left three people with minor injuries. Two taxis and two private cars were involved, and police are investigating the cause.
Police arrested 19 people, including two wanted men, in a joint anti-illegal worker operation across West Kowloon on Monday. The raids targeted restaurants, massage parlours and buildings, with suspects held for immigration offences, drug trafficking and employing illegal workers.
Hong Kong students won one silver, one bronze and two merit awards at the 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics in Vietnam, competing against 312 young talents from 64 countries and regions.
The Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department is investigating a mainland Chinese blogger who allegedly flew a drone over Victoria Harbour without permission to film the National Day fireworks, which attracted 380,000 spectators. The blogger claimed the flight was authorised.
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department reported about 1,200 people visited the Po Pin Island section of the East Dam on 5 October, with campsites at Sai Kung East Country Park in good sanitary condition and no violations found.
Swire Properties celebrates the 25th anniversary of its Community Ambassador Programme with a four-day charity bazaar at Cityplaza from 15 to 18 October. Proceeds support volunteerism and underprivileged groups, featuring assistive devices debuting in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong's Centre for Food Safety detected nitrofuran metabolites in frozen peeled white shrimp from China. The distributor has been ordered to stop sales and recall affected batches. Investigations continue.
Standard Chartered forecasts the Hang Seng Index reaching 26,600 points over 12 months, with potential upside to 28,000–29,000 if Chinese AI support grows or oil falls to US$70. Geopolitical risks could lower the target to 21,500–22,500. The bank also predicts US Treasury yields and yuan exchange ra
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra will hold its annual free outdoor concert Swire Symphony Under The Stars on November 13 at Central Harbourfront. Music director Tarmo Peltokoski will lead the event for the first time, with a programme including Saint-Saëns, Gershwin and Tchaikovsky.
Kenny Wong, creator of the popular MOLLY figure, led a workshop for 20 Hong Kong students as part of an exchange programme organised by POP MART and Sino Group. The students designed their own MOLLY artworks and created a collaborative piece against a Victoria Harbour backdrop.
Hong Kong Customs and Sham Shui Po police conducted joint raids, smashing 22 illegal cigarette storage sites and one mobile stall. Five suspects were arrested, including two local men, two local women and a Vietnamese man. Offenders face up to HK$2 million fines and seven years in jail.
Hong Kong's Creative Industries Assistant Commissioner Yip Man-yee announced the 14th Microfilm 'Create+Collaborate' Support Scheme (Music Edition), which pairs 10 start-up ad firms with singers and supports five professional teams. The scheme has supported over 340 ad firms and 290 singers since 20
Hong Kong Customs sentenced two mainland Chinese travellers for importing untaxed cigarettes. A 54-year-old woman was caught with 12,000 cigarettes in April. A 31-year-old man was caught with 38,200 cigarettes in October. Both were sentenced to jail. Customs warns the public that such offences carry
Hong Kong's fourth-term Human Resources Planning Committee met on 5 October 2026, noting a slight rise in unemployment to 3.8 per cent and a narrowing labour shortage forecast of about 130,000 by 2028. The government plans to add AI-related categories to its talent list and expand youth employment s
A 10-year-old boy is in critical condition after contracting severe influenza A with shock. Hong Kong's health authorities report 22 serious flu cases among children since late June and nearly 350 school outbreaks since September, urging vaccination and vigilance.
Hong Kong's Centre for Health Protection reports a severe influenza case involving a 10-year-old boy with no recent travel history. Officials note high flu activity and rising severe cases in children, urging vaccination and preventive measures.
The Intangible Cultural Heritage Office has opened a new exhibition titled 'Living Craftsmanship' at the CLP Clock Tower Cultural Centre, showcasing eight traditional Hong Kong crafts. The exhibition features artefacts, tools and multimedia displays highlighting the contemporary relevance of these h
Hong Kong's Department of Health has responded to media queries about the 'Heal' Reproductive Medical Centre, stating it completed an investigation last month after the centre failed to report a serious risk event within 24 hours as required. The centre has implemented corrective measures to ensure
Hong Kong's fertility regulator has approved the full resumption of services at the Sheehan Reproductive Medicine Centre from October 6, after it was suspended in July following an embryo sample mix-up. The centre implemented corrective measures including better sample handling, staff training and l
The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels visited Burgundy to strengthen trade ties, promoting Hong Kong as a global wine trading hub. Officials highlighted Hong Kong's zero wine tariff since 2008 and reduced spirits duty in 2024.
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