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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.
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.
Hong Kong Customs seized over 600 million illicit cigarettes in the first nine months of 2026, similar to the 2025 annual total. More than 200 million were in transit. Commissioner Chan Tze-tat addressed criticism over low prosecution rates, noting most cases involved travellers with undeclared ciga
Hong Kong plans to set up a maritime college with a new industry-academia collaboration model, expand maritime education in schools, and develop C919 training courses with Comac. The transport and logistics secretary announced the measures under this year's policy address.
Hong Kong's government will seek Legislative Council Finance Committee approval for HK$27.2 billion for the second stage of San Tin Tech City's first phase, the first stage of Sam Po Shek Wetland Park and a new clean-water facility. The tech city works involve acquiring 120 hectares of private land
Customs chief Chan Tze-tat says new tech and risk management ensure smooth clearance at the new Huanggang port. Rising cross-border traffic is met with precision scanners and redeployed staff, while vehicle checks take one to two minutes.
Hong Kong's transport chief says the government will scrutinise bus companies' fare-rise applications of 8.1 to 17.7 per cent. She also plans to reveal by November how to allocate 10,000 ride-hailing licences fairly, with possible preference for those who have already passed tests or held a private
Hong Kong lawmakers said the APEC finance ministers' meeting helped showcase the city's safety, boost its status as a financial hub, and enhance its capacity to host high-end visitors. They also highlighted potential for promoting digital infrastructure standards and yuan trading.
Hong Kong's transport minister revealed 32 accounts have been opened for the Guangdong yacht scheme, with five yachts visiting on the first day. The minister said the scheme will bring a new model for tourism spending, and noted over 300 mainland captains have signed up for training.
Henderson Land makes its first appearance at the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival with a 2,000-square-foot pavilion as part of its 50th-anniversary celebrations. The showcase features 12 restaurants and bars, a Zaha Hadid Architects design, and a partnership to convert used cooking oil into sustainabl
Ka Ying Rising's narrow loss in the Everest at Randwick has sparked debate over stewarding gaps. Trainer Toby Edmonds revealed jockey instructions to push early, while Hong Kong punters bet a record HK$113 million. The race sets up a potential best-of-three decider next year.
Hong Kong's Social Welfare Department announced three district flag-selling days on 24 October. Permits and details are available online. The public is advised to report suspicious collections to police.
Typhoon Jongdari has killed one person and injured 350 in Taiwan, with 3,600 incidents reported including fallen trees and power lines. Around 140,000 households lost power, with 20,000 still without electricity as of Saturday evening.
Hong Kong's total gross insurance premiums rose 35.5% to HK$573.6 billion in the first half of 2026, according to provisional data from the Insurance Authority. HSBC Life led the life insurance market with a 24.3% share of new business premiums.
Hong Kong travellers are reminded that children aged 7-17 must pre-register via a mobile app before using cooperative inspection e-channels at border control points. The process links parents' digital identity accounts to their child's ID. Physical documents remain mandatory.
Sun Life Hong Kong's new business APE rose 44% year on year to HK$7.3bn in H1 2026, outpacing the market's 10% growth. The firm led non-bank insurers in Q2 and saw double-digit growth across all channels. CEO Clement Lam cited persistent protection and retirement gaps.
Typhoon Jangmi has struck Taiwan, killing one person and injuring over 170. The storm has caused widespread tree falls and sign collapses, disrupted transport, and led to work and class suspensions. China has issued storm warnings and evacuated over 130,000 people in Fujian.
Hong Kong's contingent added six medals on 23 October at the Asian Para Games, including two silvers and four bronzes, bringing their total to 36. The Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau Director congratulated the athletes, highlighting swimmer Chan Sze-lam's fourth medal and the table tennis team's
Hong Kong police received over 20 reports of online employment fraud in a week, with losses nearing HK$10 million. One expatriate woman was swindled out of more than HK$2 million in a deceptive hotel booking commission scheme.
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee praised the New Territories Rural Advisory Committee on its 100th anniversary, pledging to deepen cooperation on the accelerated Northern Territories development, which aims to integrate with the Greater Bay Area and boost innovation.
Hello Kitty's birthday celebration at Choubo Kissaten in Hong Kong features a Showa-era themed menu, exclusive merchandise, and a character meet-and-greet, running until 3 January 2027.
Hong Kong's Deputy Secretary for Justice highlights the city's leading position in maritime arbitration at a Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau forum. The city is the second most popular arbitration venue globally and plans to amend its Arbitration Ordinance by 2027 to boost competitiveness.
Hong Kong's Food and Environmental Hygiene Department released the third batch of Aedes albopictus trap index figures for October 2026. The department reported issuing three statutory notices in Kwai Tsing and Yuen Long for standing water, and urged public cooperation in mosquito control to reduce c
Hong Kong Customs has uncovered a case in which an unregistered precious metals and stones dealer conducted a cash transaction of HK$120,000 or more, in violation of anti-money laundering laws. The suspect, not holding a B-class registration, faces a maximum fine of HK$100,000 and six months in jail
Hong Kong's Family Council launched a primary school interactive theatre show promoting family harmony, traditional virtues and cross-generational inclusion. The show will tour about 70 schools from October to March.
Hong Kong swimmer Chan Yee-lam won silver in the women's SM14 200m individual medley at the Asian Para Games, her fourth medal of the event. Teammates Cheung Ho-ying and Lau Siu-yee finished seventh and eighth. Men's swimmer Wong Hon-yin placed fourth in the same event.
A three-year-old Hong Kong boy with underlying health conditions is in critical condition after contracting influenza A, which led to septic shock, acute necrotising encephalopathy and an acute asthma attack. The boy had visited the US during the incubation period and had not received this season's
The trial of three men accused of murdering socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung was adjourned until Monday after a government chemist's cross-examination was paused on day 22. All defendants have pleaded not guilty to murder, with varying pleas on preventing lawful burial. The trial will resume next week b
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust has donated nearly HK$72 million to the Vocational Training Council to set up a dental care training centre in Chai Wan. The facility aims to address a shortage of dental professionals and support the government's new registration system for dental hygienist
Hong Kong Customs arrested two mainland Chinese men at Hong Kong International Airport on 21 and 22 October 2026 for importing untaxed cigarettes and alternative smoking products. On 23 October, both were sentenced to imprisonment and fines.
Hong Kong lawmakers met Wan Chai and Tuen Mun district councillors on 23 October 2026 to discuss community development. Topics included boosting local economies, improving accessibility for the elderly, and planning the 'Smart Green Industry Port' in Tuen Mun West.
Hong Kong Fintech Week x StartmeupHK 2026 will centre on three growth engines: 'Finance+', 'AI+' and global expansion. The event, from 2 to 3 November, will feature over 30 delegations and key leaders, aligning with the city's first five-year plan.
Acting Education Secretary Dr. Chun-yee Sun praised Hong Kong's five world-top-100 universities at the SCOLAR 30th anniversary ceremony on 23 October. He highlighted the importance of biliterate and trilingual education, while SCOLAR Chair Dr. Rita Chan thanked partners and outlined future plans.
Hong Kong Finance Secretary Paul Chan signed two memoranda of understanding with China's Ministry of Commerce in Beijing on 23 October 2026 to deepen economic and trade ties. He also visited an artificial intelligence company and discussed CEPA upgrades.
A 59-year-old subcontractor was found guilty of providing an advantage to a public servant in Hong Kong, after bribing a former senior engineer of the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department. The engineer was earlier jailed for graft. The case was adjourned for sentencing on 6 November.
Hong Kong's Centre for Health Protection reported a new melioidosis case on 23 October 2026, involving a 50-year-old woman with underlying conditions. She is in stable condition. The centre advises the public to avoid contact with soil and floodwater, especially after typhoons or heavy rain.
Hong Kong lawmakers examined a proposed HK$1.6 billion injection to extend a newborn baby bonus scheme. Officials outlined annual administrative costs of HK$2.4 million and clarified eligibility for twins and blended families. Surplus funds will be reviewed at the scheme's conclusion.
Hong Kong's first neurology centre opened at Tuen Mun Hospital, aiming to improve public healthcare quality and efficiency. The centre offers six core services, including stroke and epilepsy care, in a one-stop format to reduce cross-specialty referrals.
Hong Kong reported two new imported dengue cases from India and Bangladesh, bringing 2026's total to 36. Global dengue cases fell to about 2.5 million in January-September 2026 from over 5 million in 2025. No new chikungunya cases were recorded.
Hong Kong's Environmental Protection Department released its latest beach water quality ratings, with 28 beaches graded as excellent (Grade 1) and 12 as fair (Grade 2). Four beaches improved from Grade 2 to Grade 1. The department advises avoiding swimming for three days after heavy rain.
Hong Kong police arrested a woman and a man for a street scam that tricked victims into handing over ID and bank cards by claiming urgent need for locksmith cash. Unauthorised transfers and purchases totalled over HK$900,000. Police urge public not to give strangers financial credentials.
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