Advertisement
Advertisement
Leopold Chen
Reporter, Hong Kong
Leopold holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Communication from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He used to work part-time with the metro news team of The Standard.
Leopold holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Communication from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He used to work part-time with the metro news team of The Standard.
Areas of Expertise:
Hong Kong general newsLanguages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
Census and Statistics Department says retail sales for January worth HK$37.3 billion, marking ninth straight month of growth since May 2025.
More tents at Ham Tin Wan and Sai Wan campsites in Sai Kung but situation ‘under control’, authorities say.
‘I’m a fan of Hong Kong’s car culture, so I wanted to see how local owners modify their vehicles and chat with them about cars,’ one visitor says.
Rosanna Law vows to be more careful with personal opinions after questioning Ashley Westwood’s coaching of team during Asian Cup qualifying match.
Advertisement
Further repairs needed at estate in Sau Mau Ping, while supply at two other estates restored.
Locals and tourists alike brave the wet weather to mark the start of the Lunar New Year in time-honoured tradition.
Hong Kong Future Economy Institute’s director says focus on global topics at local universities has led to fewer people researching pressing local issues.
Some vendors at Mong Kok Flower Market say sales up 20 per cent as shoppers pack area.
Government must overcome three major challenges, including dealing with insurance issues tied to property rights and potential legal disputes, John Lee says.
Projected figure marks 16 per cent increase from last year, according to Immigration Department.
‘Unless they encountered an unprecedented mechanical failure, the chances of human error are nowhere near low,’ ex-lawmaker Gary Zhang says.
Election spending declarations by 32 candidates reveal huge spending gap, from HK$20 to more than HK$200 a vote.
Authorities launch unprecedented open recruitment for environmental hygiene and information services directors.
Two teams of firefighters called to scene after fire breaks out in a switch room.
Embassy spokesman condemns ‘malicious’ move to expand migration pathway and accuses Britain of interfering in China’s domestic affairs.
City leader also says Hong Kong government fully supports Beijing’s intention to safeguard rights of Chinese enterprises.
Lawmakers say another cross-harbour tunnel is necessary to alleviate persistent congestion in three existing ones and aid future development.
Dozens seen queuing at cryptocurrency shops at Admiralty Centre to buy bitcoin after price fell by more than half from its peak.
At the first meeting, residents of Wang Fuk Court call on committee to identify and hold those responsible to account.
Case could take years to resolve, whether the Hong Kong conglomerate seeks compensation or ruling invalidating the voiding of its contract.
After a shocking 51 million yen robbery last week, the South China Morning Post examines the risks in the city’s cash exchange trade.
Move comes after Beijing called ruling self-sabotaging and warned Panama would pay heavy political and economic price.
Hong Kong’s Insurance Authority says insurers have settled more than 1,000 claims related to damages caused by deadly blaze last November.
Privacy watchdog received 246 data breach notices in 2025, 21 per cent increase from 203 cases in the year before.
Financial services chief says about 500 delegates are expected to attend conference, the first to be held in Hong Kong, in October.
Nine other cats, including seven in poor health, rescued and handed over to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
But Secretary for Health Lo Chung-mau warns against ‘arbitrarily’ adding non-professional members to watchdog.
Finance chief also says city outperformed economic forecasts last year, thanks to strong exports to Southeast Asia.
Cherry blossom garden run by Airport Authority has expanded, while On King Street Park is another hotspot.
