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Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Janice Tse’s portfolio comprises 22 properties, down from 25 when she was appointed in March. Photo: Sun Yeung

Politics

Exco declarations reveal new roles for ex-lawmakers as minister retains 22 flats

Executive Council’s annually updated declarations of interest shed light on positions taken by several former Legco veterans.

Hong Kong model Abby Choi’s former relatives admit body disposal, deny murder

3,800 Hong Kong food outlets offering up to 30% off to celebrate National Day

Society

Hong Kong to only admit ‘few hundred’ foreign carers a year under pilot scheme

Welfare minister Chris Sun promises ‘rigorous’ approach for scheme to recruit skilled carers, following concerns of helper market disruption.

Welfare minister Chris Sun earlier said the minimum wage of incoming carers would be 10 to 20 per cent higher than that of existing helpers. Photo: Karma Lo
Welfare minister Chris Sun earlier said the minimum wage of incoming carers would be 10 to 20 per cent higher than that of existing helpers. Photo: Karma Lo

Society

Private jet flap scare triggers ‘local standby’ at Hong Kong airport

Billionaire-favoured G650 jet reported flap problem as emergency crews were deployed to the runway before the aircraft landed safely.

Society

Hong Kong authorities won’t appeal court halt to 12,000-flat project on golf course

Court earlier revoked project’s environmental approval, with authorities opting not to appeal ‘holistically’ considering legal advice.

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Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong exports surge 53% to HK$667.9 billion, second highest on record

Consistent strong demand for AI-related electronic products fuels growth.

Kwai Tsing Container Terminals. Photo: Nora Tam
Kwai Tsing Container Terminals. Photo: Nora Tam

Law and Crime

Actress Leila Tong sued over alleged contract breach and ‘manipulative conduct’

Hong Kong actress accused of breaching contract by dyeing her hair without consent and accepting outside engagements.

Health & Environment

Hong Kong reports more than 40% drop in cancer-related death rate over 30 years

Health minister Lo Chung-mau outlines Hong Kong’s ‘remarkable’ progress at the World Cancer Congress, being held in the city for the first time.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong vows safe Apec meeting with plans for terror and cyberattack threats

Security measures will cover hotels, venues and transport, with contingency plans to respond to terror threats and teams conducting cyber patrols.

Hong Kong will put security measures in place for the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting, including contingency plans for potential terrorist attacks. Photo: Karma Lo

Law and Crime

Authorities may appeal engineer’s non-custodial sentence in hospital lift case

Government seeking legal advice after Law Wing-chai was sentenced to 160 hours of community service for improper submission of safety documents.

Uncovered defects in 24 of the 28 lifts at Queen Mary Hospital's new clinical block caused them to start or stop abruptly, be misaligned with floor levels or fail to open. Photo: Karma Lo
Uncovered defects in 24 of the 28 lifts at Queen Mary Hospital's new clinical block caused them to start or stop abruptly, be misaligned with floor levels or fail to open. Photo: Karma Lo

Law and Crime

Hong Kong police search for woman after man found dead outside building

Man, 49, found on chair outside Tsim Sha Tsui building as bar worker charged over alleged role in moving body.

Law and Crime

Hong Kong’s animal welfare laws fail to meet modern demands, experts say

Legal experts call for authorities to expedite long-delayed reforms after spate of dog attacks in recent months.

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Hong Kong Economy

From moongazing to bus tours: how to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong

Here’s a round-up of things to do and see for the Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on Friday this year.

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The World Lantern Boulevard at Victoria Park. Photo: Dickson Lee

Law and Crime

Activist charged after microchipped dog caught in probe into suspected attack

One of five strays caught in Yuen Long was registered to Kent Luk, founder of Paws Guardian Rescue Shelter.

Kent Luk says it is common practice for rescuers to have dog microchips registered in their names. Photo: Edmond So
Kent Luk says it is common practice for rescuers to have dog microchips registered in their names. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong to welcome 1.29 million mainland Chinese visitors for National Day break

Immigration Department shares estimate as Hong Kong’s No 2 official says authorities to ‘make good preparations’ for ‘golden week’ break.

Society

Abused children at higher risk of long-term health problems, Hong Kong NGO warns

Against Child Abuse also calls for tiered prevention strategy, with primary focus on zero-tolerance approach and policy support.

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Health & Environment

In Focus | Faster and cheaper: why Hongkongers are heading north for medical care

Lower costs and fast service across the border draw patients to Guangdong, leaving Hong Kong’s private doctors squeezed.

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Illustration by Brian Wang
Illustration by Brian Wang

Hong Kong Economy

How some grey-market crypto ATMs in Hong Kong can turn users into fraud victims

Tucked away in laundromats and arcades, machines offer easy access to crypto, but coming regulations will protect consumers, experts say.

Law and Crime

Man arrested over flag-day scam targeting animal charity donations

Man, 22, arrested after 14 people allegedly hired to act as volunteers to collect donations for Hong Kong Saving Cat and Dog Association.

Society

Customers facing steeper electricity bills as Hong Kong firms raise fuel charges

CLP Power and HK Electric announce higher fuel-related charges, while offering rebates and subsidies to ease the burden on households.

HK Electric, which supplies electricity mainly to Hong Kong Island and Lamma Island, said that its fuel clause charge would rise to 60.7 Hong Kong cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) in September. Photo: Sam Tsang
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OPINION
Michael Jinghan Zeng

Opinion | Hong Kong needs social science to help deliver on its 5-year plan

Michael Jinghan Zeng
Vera Yuen

Opinion | The question Hong Kong charities must answer

Vera Yuen
Christine Loh

Opinion | Hong Kong lacks a climate narrative to unify its efforts

Christine Loh
Hu Chao

Opinion | What Hong Kong cinema can take away from a popular Chinese war film

Hu Chao
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Ken Chu

Opinion | More than ever, Hong Kong’s global character is an asset to the nation

Ken Chu
Chow Chung-yan

Opinion | Experimentation drives the Northern Metropolis – just as it did Shenzhen

Chow Chung-yan
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How to avoid a dog attack

Dogs living in outdoor storage yard at Pok Wai area in Yuen Long, where a 27-year-old female cyclist found dead approximately 150 metres away in a suspected dog attack on 20 September 2026. 21SEP26 SCMP/ Kit Lai
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Thousands of lanterns are lit up for Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong

“Details of World Lantern Boulevard”. Tourism Board stages its first-ever International Lantern Spectacular at Victoria Park, Causeway Bay, from 17 to 27 September. 17SEP26 SCMP/ Dickson Lee
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No foul play involved in case of students falling ill after consuming free drinks

Hong Kong police say they have found no signs of foul play in connection with 16 students who reported feeling ill after drinking free drinks distributed outside a school sporting event. Authorities say the “pinholes”, shown in a viral video, that squirted a stream of liquid when squeezed, have an innocent explanation.
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Sports drinks with suspected pinholes make 14 students sick

Sports drinks with suspected pinholes make 14 students sick
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