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Edith Lin
Senior Reporter, Hong Kong
Edith joined the Post as a reporter in 2022 and covers Hong Kong's housing, land and development. Prior to joining the Post, she was a reporter at Radio Television Hong Kong.
Edith joined the Post as a reporter in 2022 and covers Hong Kong's housing, land and development. Prior to joining the Post, she was a reporter at Radio Television Hong Kong.
Areas of Expertise:
Hong Kong housing, development, heritage
Languages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
All classes of tickets from Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Station to 14 of 16 new mainland stops fully booked from Friday through next Sunday.
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Centre for Health Protection has received 20 reports of norovirus-related food poisoning affecting 57 people since January 18.
Hong Kong’s Insurance Authority says insurers have settled more than 1,000 claims related to damages caused by deadly blaze last November.
Authorities aim to submit proposal within first quarter and approve initial batch of dog permits by June.
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‘Bigger contractors can usually handle the testing process … But for small and medium-sized firms with only one or two projects, it’s much harder,’ representative says.
Education Bureau releases code of practice for private primary and secondary schools.
Authorities turn to new technology as part of efforts to enhance fire safety following the deadly Tai Po blaze.
At least 15 workers hold banners and chant slogans outside Baguio Villa in Hong Kong’s Pok Fu Lam, with two scaling scaffolding.
Hotel and retail industry leaders say authorities should explore more cultural tie-ups to promote the Hong Kong brand, heritage.
Food and Environmental Hygiene Department has been closely monitoring and taking enforcement actions against hawkers around Kai Tak Station Square.
Former Tianjin office chief’s ferry trip sparks debate on whether accepting perceived gifts breaches the city’s anti-bribery laws.
Woman left trapped after taxi flipped over in collision in Pat Heung, with police later arresting the driver and passenger of the other car.
Carrier has not revealed the exact number of flights affected, but will offer flexibility and fee waivers to customers who need to rebook flights.
Blackpink fans urged to pay greater attention to safety and follow entry guidelines following earlier surge to standing area.
Bid-rigging practices are back in spotlight following deadly Tai Po blaze but how widespread is the problem and how do syndicates work?
Speculation is swirling that two ministers are leaving their cabinet appointments.
Department of Health says the case involves suspected illegal importation of blood samples from mainland China for fetal gender testing.
City leader praises Hong Kong members of nation’s top political advisory body as he hosts vice-chairman of its 14th National Committee.
Cathay Pacific Airways and budget arm HK Express carried more than 36 million passengers in 2025 on the back of tourist growth.
Deadly Tai Po blaze triggered the citywide removal of protective mesh at around 420 buildings undergoing renovations.
Immigration data shows 659,090 mainland visitors entered Hong Kong between New Year’s Eve and Saturday, accounting for 79 per cent of tourist arrivals.
Firefighters are investigating cause of fire, including suspected power fault, at Shek Kip Mei Estate in Kowloon.
Architectural sector legislator urges better use of public funds, and has ideas on how to boost development of the Northern Metropolis and tourism.
Government releases report analysing power supply interruptions and voltage dips between 2021 and mid-2024.
Linda So, director of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Guangdong, will take up new role from Monday next week.
Lan Kwai Fong’s restaurants and bars nearly 90 per cent booked, while seaview eateries in Kowloon could take a hit from cancelled fireworks show.
Post learns victim was tourist from Guangzhou who was hiking on Po Pin Chau with three friends.
Some residents aware of new rules banning smoking while queuing or near certain facilities, while less informed tourists say they will comply.
Last 1.1km section in North Point, featuring glass observatory deck, completes 13km-long walkway linking Kennedy Town and Shau Kei Wan.
