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Students brave the heavy rain in Wan Chai last month. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong issues amber rainstorm warning, urges public to take precautions

Observatory warns widespread heavy rain could affect Hong Kong in couple of hours and that intense gusts could continue to affect city.

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Hong Kong DSE: 5 elite schools produce more than 1 top scorer each

Accidents and personal safety

More safety signs added for new Hong Kong overpass after 5 crashes in 3 days

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Book Fair vendors on the same page about this year’s sales

Event, which runs in tandem with Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks, to open on Wednesday at Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Exhibitors prepare for the opening day of the Hong Kong Book Fair. Photo: Sam Tsang
Exhibitors prepare for the opening day of the Hong Kong Book Fair. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Another Hong Kong indie bookshop’s story ends amid ‘losses, red lines’

Have a Nice Stay is latest independent bookstore to close in Hong Kong, joining growing list in recent years.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong couple files complaint with UN over Swedish custody plans for daughter

Tsang Wai-bong and Kwan Pui-sin appeal to UN Human Rights Committee over Swedish authorities’ handling of four-year-old Lily in custody dispute.

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Hong Kong society

New HK$45,000 welfare jobs incentive expected to benefit single parents most

Three-year pilot launching October 1 to offer up to HK$45,000 to help welfare recipients achieve self-reliance through sustained employment.

The new scheme aims to help welfare recipients achieve self-reliance through sustained employment. Photo: Sam Tsang
The new scheme aims to help welfare recipients achieve self-reliance through sustained employment. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong culture

Movie stars, minister pay tribute to ‘legendary’ Hong Kong producer Shi Nan-sun

Shi died peacefully at the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital after suffering multiple organ failure.

Hong Kong economy

Northern Metropolis fast-track laws will ‘run parallel’ with environmental rules

Contractors must comply with noise and environmental standards of both regulations, official says.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Authorities slam online claims about Wang Fuk Court acquisition company

Housing Bureau says ‘individuals with ulterior motives’ may be trying to confuse the public by claiming company is an ‘empty shell’.

Seven of the eight high-rise towers at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po were ravaged by fire last November. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong offers HK$45,000 to welfare recipients who secure steady jobs

Cash incentive targets households moving from Comprehensive Social Security Assistance to Working Family Allowance.

Pedestrians cross a road in Central. The cash incentive scheme encourages residents on government welfare to transition to a scheme that promotes self-reliance. Photo: Dickson Lee
Pedestrians cross a road in Central. The cash incentive scheme encourages residents on government welfare to transition to a scheme that promotes self-reliance. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Dashcam row allegedly involving singer David Lui could be referred to police

Watchdog receives complaint over viral dashcam video, warns resharing without consent may breach anti-doxxing law.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Some ‘responsible’ restaurants pull out from dog-friendly scheme amid complaints

Hong Kong hygiene chief says most complaints involved minor issues such as leash length and seating arrangements.

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Hong Kong society

2026 Operation Santa Claus applicants seek long-term change, not ‘quick fixes’

Leader of annual fundraising drive notes shift towards far more sophisticated projects this year.

Many of the OSC proposals this year aim to help the working poor. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

This boy, 13, learned to play piano in subdivided flat. Now he’s going on stage

Yang Qi will perform at a Cultural Centre concert along with about 800 others to raise funds for charity.

Yang Qi (right) and 15-year-old violinist Chau Tsz-tsun will perform at a charity concert in October. Photo: Handout
Yang Qi (right) and 15-year-old violinist Chau Tsz-tsun will perform at a charity concert in October. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s dog-friendly licence scheme triggers fierce online debate

Debate emerges as branch of Cafe 100% in Kam Ying Court Shopping Centre pulls out of dog-friendly scheme, with staff citing safety concerns.

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Hong Kong society

‘I’m lonely’: why do city’s elderly feel isolated – and how can they be helped?

While elderly loneliness can be as harmful as heavy smoking, experts point to community solutions to tackle growing health risk.

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Hong Kong society

Parents of boy paralysed by medical blunder welcome penalty but vow to fight on

Li Zhijian and Peng Hongying plan to sue doctor, who was suspended for nine months, as they try to prepare long-term care for Li Yuanjian.

"No matter what the verdict is, we won’t be satisfied because our son is left like this for the rest of his life, and his health can never be restored," says Li Zhijian, seen here with wife Peng Hongying. Photo: Edmond So
"No matter what the verdict is, we won’t be satisfied because our son is left like this for the rest of his life, and his health can never be restored," says Li Zhijian, seen here with wife Peng Hongying. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Youth suicides in Hong Kong hit 10-year high: court report

Population expert warns of ‘virtual alienation’ trend among youth as cases rise for those aged 10 to 19 in 2025.

Education in Hong Kong

Student of the Year Awards: past winners gather to celebrate decades of excellence

‘Every time I see the other winners of the Student of the Year Awards, I am surprised to see they have improved every time,’ 1985 winner Dr Chan Mui-tong says.

Hong Kong society

‘Observatoly’ street sign error prompts Highways Department to review checks

Department says contractor had made marker based on ‘old, scratched’ street sign and vows to improve verification steps.

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The department has reminded the contractor to carry out “strict verification” of the information during the production and installation of street signs. Photo: Threads/myfataunt
Hong Kong society

Surge in abandoned animals amid land clearance for Northern Metropolis project

Pets and guard dogs left to fend for themselves due to lack of government rehoming policy, with animal welfare group’s clinic ‘overwhelmed’.

A stray dog on a plot of cleared land in the Northern Metropolis. Photo: Edmond So
A stray dog on a plot of cleared land in the Northern Metropolis. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Filipino workers in Hong Kong allegedly recruited as surrogates for overseas couples

Consulate investigates alleged human trafficking cases, warns that women have been recruited through social media posts by former helpers.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong watchdog orders removal of viral video allegedly showing singer David Lui

Privacy commissioner has instructed social media platform to remove clip of heated dispute inside ride-hailing vehicle.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong political parties urge access to fertility services for single women

Parties also say government should extend soon-to-expire newborn baby bonus as births in city hit historic low of 31,100 in 2025.

Babies and their parents take part in a Mother’s Day competition at a Tai Po shopping centre. Photo: Eugene Lee
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