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Hong Kong society

Fans left frustrated by taxi issues on opening day of Hong Kong Sevens

Spectators lament taxi arrangements at Kai Tak Sports Park with some having to wait up to 45 minutes.

Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong travel agencies may cancel Thailand tours in wake of earthquake

Hong Kong entertainment

Award-winning director Soi Cheang appointed to Hong Kong Film Development Council

SCMP Highlights

Chiang Kai-shek’s great grandson, Coldplay ticketing mess: 7 highlights

From a cross-straits move to Coldplay’s ticketing mess, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

Andrew Chiang You-ching, the great-grandson of Taiwan’s former leader Chiang Kai-shek, announced on social media that he is moving to Hangzhou to build a career and promote cross-strait ties. Photo: Douyin/Andrew Chiang
Andrew Chiang You-ching, the great-grandson of Taiwan’s former leader Chiang Kai-shek, announced on social media that he is moving to Hangzhou to build a career and promote cross-strait ties. Photo: Douyin/Andrew Chiang
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong to allow permanent residents as young as 7 to use e-channel service

But children between seven and 10 years old should be at least 1.1 metres tall and have valid travel documents, authorities say.

Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong set for cooler weekend, with temperatures to reach low of 16 degrees

Observatory says ‘weather will be cool with one or two rain patches over region during the weekend’ due to influence of northeast monsoon.

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Art

International visitors return as Art Basel Hong Kong gets off to good start

International visitors return en masse as galleries voice confidence that the 2025 fair will be a significant improvement over recent years.

Crowds of guests and exhibitors attend Art Basel Hong Kong 2025, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, on March 26, 2025. Photo: Eugene Lee
Crowds of guests and exhibitors attend Art Basel Hong Kong 2025, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, on March 26, 2025. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Explainer | Watching the Hong Kong Sevens? Here’s how to get to Kai Tak Stadium and back

Whether you are a regular patron getting to grips with the new venue or a first-time Sevens spectator, the Post shares how to get there.

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Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong eyes ‘pay for what you build’ approach for developers adjusting leases

Developers currently pay land premiums based on maximum floor area when they modify leases, development chief Bernadette Linn notes.

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Hong Kong society

Legal challenge fears stop Hong Kong Psychological Society from naming bad apples

Situation came to light amid concerns over group’s handling of case where the subject of a substantiated complaint was successfully rehired.

A complainant raised concerns about her then counsellor in 2023, and was told most of the allegations she had raised were substantiated in December of last year. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong suspends use of 200 lamp sets at public hospitals after safety scare

Hospital Authority will ask manufacturer to conduct thorough inspections and guarantee safety of Polaris 50 examination lights.

The Hospital Authority has suspended the use of Polaris 50 examination lamps at public hospitals and clinics. Photo: Elizabeth Cheung
The Hospital Authority has suspended the use of Polaris 50 examination lamps at public hospitals and clinics. Photo: Elizabeth Cheung
Hong Kong politics

University of Hong Kong cancels talk by Anti-Defamation League after petition

Over 1,000 people sign online petition accusing CEO Jonathan Greenblatt of ‘one-sided pro-Israeli bias’, spreading divisive views and ‘hate speech’.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong launches probe after hospital lamp falls and hits doctor, worker

Department of Health urges operators using Polaris 50 lamp to contact local supplier, following safety scare at private hospital in Tsuen Wan.

Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong firefighters rescue worker stranded mid-air on scaffolding

Worker hit by falling bamboo that caused him to slip and become trapped near the roof of Lotus Mansion in Taikoo Shing.

Hong Kong rescuers rushed the worker to hospital at around 5pm on Monday. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong urged to offer well-off tenants priority ‘carrot’ to buy subsidised flats

Call made after authorities announce plan to raise rent and evict wealthier tenants from public rental flats.

Under the Home Ownership Scheme, 40 per cent of subsidised flats are reserved for households with elderly members and families with newborns. Photo: Nora Tam
Under the Home Ownership Scheme, 40 per cent of subsidised flats are reserved for households with elderly members and families with newborns. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong society

K-pop group NJZ tells fans it will take break from shows after Hong Kong concert

Group formerly known as NewJeans says it will pause all activities ‘out of respect for the court’s decisions’ amid legal dispute with former agency.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to change laws to allow for passenger drone flights

Transport minister Mable Chan also addresses possibility of cross-border or Victoria Harbour routes.

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Consumer protection in Hong Kong

Coldplay ticketing error: number of complaints to Hong Kong watchdog hits 25

Consumer Council to urge ticket seller Cityline to arrange exchange service as soon as possible to ‘protect the rights and interests’ of customers.

Coldplay performs in India. The pop band will play Kai Tak Stadium on April 8, 9, 11 and 12 as part of its “Music of the Spheres” world tour. Photo: Facebook/Coldplay
Coldplay performs in India. The pop band will play Kai Tak Stadium on April 8, 9, 11 and 12 as part of its “Music of the Spheres” world tour. Photo: Facebook/Coldplay
Hong Kong culture

Video | Sunset for Hong Kong’s Sunbeam Theatre

The church group that purchased the theatre plans to convert the building into a community centre.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong cafe where hundreds of stray cats found haven forced to close

Sick, skinny, lost – all types of felines have ended up at Siu Lam-lam’s Dundas Cafe in Mong Kok, but her days as neighbourhood carer are coming to an end.

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Hong Kong culture

Art March is taking over Hong Kong. Here is what you shouldn’t miss

The Post covers what’s being offered across the city, including exhibitions, installations, hands-on experiences and discussions.

The West Kowloon Cultural District is hosting multiple exhibitions during Art March, including Picasso for Asia. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong runner takes on week of ultra-marathons for charity, covering 350km

After nine months of training, Kevin Field is putting himself to the test to inspire others and raise HK$35,000 to support Hong Kong’s refugees.

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Hongkonger Kevin Field plans to raise HK$35,000 for a local charity that supports the city’s refugees. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hongkonger Kevin Field plans to raise HK$35,000 for a local charity that supports the city’s refugees. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s intangible cultural heritage to be celebrated in new annual initiative

Different types of craftsmanship, performances, traditions and rituals among activities to be showcased across the month of June.

Hong Kong’s pandas

Video | Hong Kong’s panda cubs making first public appearance with mother Ying Ying

Watch the twins as they meet the public for the first time alongside their mother at Ocean Park.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong heritage on display at Kai Tak Sports Park’s debut cultural festival

Kai Tak Art Week offers activities to showcase past and present in areas such as aviation, sports and community.

The steel sculpture Nine Dragons by Chinese artist Ren Zhe at Kai Tak Sports Park. Photo: Jelly Tse
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