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Hong Kong’s weather forecaster has issued a red rainstorm warning. Photo: Elson Li

Health & Environment

Hong Kong Observatory downgrades red rainstorm warning to amber

Alert raised after Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki led cross-departmental meeting on Wednesday to prepare for possible rainstorm impacts.

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Commercial property crisis looms in Hong Kong amid sliding values

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Will speeding up rail line for Northern Metropolis entice Hong Kong developers?

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Society

Fresh case of bitumen in water supply for Hong Kong housing, lawmaker says

Edward Leung says he has received complaints about particles in water from residents of two estates, following saga in Fanling last month.

10 Jul 2025 - 12:56AM

Lei King Wan (front) and Grand Promenade (back left) in Shau Kei Wan. Photo: Martin Chan

Society

University of Hong Kong’s revised IT hub plan angers Pok Fu Lam residents

University seeks to build on site in Pok Fu Lam, with residents accusing it of dismissing alternative sites without proper due diligence.

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Law and Crime

Hong Kong tech and telecoms giants unite to combat online fraud

Seven social media platforms and six telecommunications firms commit to stricter checks and enhanced user safety under new charter.

9 Jul 2025 - 10:21PM

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China Business

Stamp-duty change sparks sales surge in lower-priced Hong Kong homes

Sales of homes priced between HK$3 million (US$382,000) and HK$4 million jump 73 per cent year on year after change, government says.

9 Jul 2025 - 10:31PM

The construction site of CK Asset’s Anderson Road project in Kwun Tong is seen on May 21, 2025. Photo: Dickson Lee

Law and Crime

Hong Kong waiter charged with inciting subversion under national security law

22-year-old alleged to have incited others to organise, plan, commit or participate in overthrowing Beijing and the Hong Kong government.

9 Jul 2025 - 8:29PM

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong minister hints at scrapping of MPF tax break proposal for elderly

Working group has been reviewing proposal aimed at encouraging greater participation of elderly in workforce as part of silver economy push.

9 Jul 2025 - 8:02PM

Transport

‘Better to be a dog’: Hong Kong lawmakers call for women-only areas on transport

Government dismisses suggestion to introduce a scheme, likened to that for pets, despite sexual harassment concerns on public transport.

9 Jul 2025 - 8:19PM

Lawmakers have criticised the government’s reluctance to introduce women-only areas on trains and buses in Hong Kong amid growing concerns over sexual harassment on public transport. Photo: Sam Tsang

Transport

Average cost of EV licence in Hong Kong could rise 536% under government proposal

Transport and Logistics Bureau has proposed increasing fees annually over five-year period, alongside plans to raise fines for traffic violations.

9 Jul 2025 - 11:41PM

The average EV licence fee under the current weight-based system is HK$1,100, but could reach HK$7,000 under the power rating system after five years. Photo: Sun Yeung

Hong Kong

Hong Kong introduces bill to expand scope for punishing lawmakers’ misconduct

Lawmakers could face suspension and pay cuts for misconduct under amendment, which Legco is expected to approve by July 23 at the earliest.

9 Jul 2025 - 10:02PM

Transport

‘Using mainland Chinese standards for Hong Kong rail project can cut costs by 30%’

Highways Department also says cost of first phase of Northern Link is HK$31.4 billion and construction set to begin in 2027.

9 Jul 2025 - 11:53PMvideocam

Health & Environment

Hong Kong Observatory issues red rainstorm warning

Forecaster says heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in Hong Kong on Thursday and Friday.

10 Jul 2025 - 1:37AM

The signal, issued at 11.45pm, means that heavy rain has fallen or is expected to fall generally over Hong Kong, exceeding 50mm in an hour, and is likely to continue. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong firms invest in AI proficiency despite training budget cuts: survey

Despite cuts, average annual staff training climbed by 4.6 per cent to more than 18 hours last year with a focus on emerging technologies.

9 Jul 2025 - 5:04PM

Hong Kong firms have put a greater focus on staff proficiency in artificial intelligence despite overall cuts to training budgets. Photo: Dickson Lee

Law and Crime

Hongkongers may soon be limited to 3 prepaid SIM cards per service provider

Authorities say they believe proposed measures can protect telecoms service users and effectively combat fraudulent activities involving prepaid SIM cards.

9 Jul 2025 - 8:57PM

Health & Environment

Hong Kong Hospital Authority rejects claim that locals can’t secure residencies

Authority says it provides ‘sufficient training places’ for local medical students and also employs all eligible graduates at public hospitals.

9 Jul 2025 - 4:12PM

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Hong Kong Economy

Why are Hong Kong fast-food firms Cafe de Coral, Fairwood suffering in downturn?

Economists say famous fast-food chains struggle with elderly customers’ frugal spending habits and face competition from delivery platforms.

6 Jul 2025 - 9:57PM

A branch of Cafe de Coral at Uptown Plaza in Tai Po. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong Economy

‘Sheer delusion’ for Hong Kong landlords to refuse to cut rents: CY Leung

‘If someone tries to go against the tide … he will become the victim at the end of the day,’ ex-leader says.

5 Jul 2025 - 10:28PM

Health & Environment

Hong Kong’s feral pigeon population drops 11% in hotspots amid feeding ban

Authorities also say they plan to use AI patrol robots to enhance enforcement.

5 Jul 2025 - 12:00PM

Politics

Is proposal to recognise same-sex partnerships in Hong Kong dead on arrival?

Government may punt vote to next Legco term and argue its obligation under top court ruling has been fulfilled even if bill is rejected by lawmakers, experts say.

4 Jul 2025 - 10:54PMvideocam

The Court of Final Appeal found the government was violating the Bills of Rights when it ruled in favour of a judicial challenge by activist Jimmy Sham in 2023. Photo: Sam Tsang

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Cristiano Ronaldo museum opens in Hong Kong

Cristiano Ronaldo museum opens in Hong Kong

DSE vs IB: how different are the two public exams?

DSE vs IB: Hong Kong secondary students discuss differences between college exam systems

Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong visits Hong Kong

Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong visits Hong Kong

Shandong in Hong Kong for 5-day visit

Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong arrives in Hong Kong for 5-day visit

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