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A screenshot of a video on Threads shows a suspected waterspout off Cheung Chau. Photo: Threads/dottiehidee
Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong cancels red rainstorm warning as suspected waterspout spotted

Hong Kong Observatory issues red signal at 9.45pm but cancels it at 10.45pm.

Hong Kong International Airport

On This Day | ‘Goodbye and thank you’: Hong Kong’s old Kai Tak Airport closes - SCMP archive

Hong Kong society

‘I didn’t want to miss it’: Hongkongers see off PLA warships after port call

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong-developed ‘Eye for Space’ now operating aboard Tiangong space station

Hong Kong’s first home-grown astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, assembled and tested the Multi-Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory.

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Hong Kong’s Lai Ka-ying is the payload specialist on the mission. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong’s Lai Ka-ying is the payload specialist on the mission. Photo: Handout
Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong

Helpers’ union calls for raising food allowance to HK$2,770, citing inflation

Federation of Asian Domestic Workers Unions representatives also demand increase in monthly minimum wage to HK$6,670 during Sunday rally.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong aurora-chasing tour group rescues 2 divers lost at sea in Australia

‘This heroic act not only saved two fellow Hong Kong residents but also shone a light on the brilliance of humanity,’ tour agency says.

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Accidents and personal safety

Biker dies after crashing head-on with 3-wheeled motorcycle in Hong Kong

Motorcyclist, 21, was heading north on Sha Tin Heights section of Tai Po Road when he lost control of bike.

The section of Tai Po Road where the crash occurred has three lanes and a speed limit of 70 km/h. Photo: Handout
The section of Tai Po Road where the crash occurred has three lanes and a speed limit of 70 km/h. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Doctor given 9‑month ban for misconduct in case that left boy disabled for life

Paediatrician Sit Sou-chi removed from General Register over a mishandled 2009 seizure case that left newborn with cerebral palsy and quadriplegia.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong restaurants spend to welcome furry diners under pet-friendly scheme

Owners prepare special sections complete with pet strollers and train staff on how to serve tables with dogs ahead of launch on July 9.

Hong Kong society

Why Hong Kong students are heading to mainland China to intern

Students say summers in Shenzhen, Shanghai and Beijing teach them about cross-border communication and offer chance to build connections.

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Shanghai’s Lujiazui financial district. The Home and Youth Affairs Bureau’s corporate summer internship scheme has expanded its number of mainland placements, with dedicated slots rising by 71 per cent since 2023. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong society

Instructor arrested after diver seriously injured by boat propeller

Diver, 27, suffers serious facial injuries in accident at Little Palm Beach in Clear Water Bay.

The accident occurred at Little Palm Beach near Hang Hau Wing Lung Road in Clear Water Bay. Photo: Shutterstock
The accident occurred at Little Palm Beach near Hang Hau Wing Lung Road in Clear Water Bay. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong politics

PLA Navy officer recalls dramatic Sudan evacuation at Hong Kong barracks open day

Visitors receive first-hand account of mission to take 940 Chinese nationals, including two Hongkongers, to safety during civil war in 2023.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Wang Fuk Court administrator to hold crucial owners’ meeting on July 19

Hop On arranges four venues across Hong Kong to host attendees after months of delays.

Hong Kong children

‘Cherry-picked’ crimes: call for legal reforms to cover long-term child sexual abuse

Survivors and advocates warn that without new offence for persistent child sexual abuse, long-awaited law reform will leave key prosecution loopholes.

Advocates say Hong Kong needs a specific offence for persistent child sexual abuse, as current laws fail to reflect years of harm. Photo: Theodora Yu
Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong lifts amber rainstorm warning, but wet weather to remain

Strong winds, swells and heavy showers expected until middle of next week, Observatory says.

A woman and a child take shelter from strong winds and rain in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Jelly Tse
A woman and a child take shelter from strong winds and rain in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Fine firms for data breaches, Hong Kong cybersecurity experts urge

Call comes after personal information of more than 1 million people linked to leading appliance distributor was maliciously encrypted.

Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong approves first subdivided units meeting basic housing standards

Three subdivided units in flat in Sham Shui Po certified as ‘basic housing units’, operator Hayson Chan says.

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Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong Observatory cancels amber rainstorm warning, says ‘low’ chance of T3

Forecaster says Tropical Storm Maysak estimated to be about 660km southwest of Hong Kong.

The Observatory cancelled the amber rainstorm signal at 4.10pm. Photo: Robert Ng
The Observatory cancelled the amber rainstorm signal at 4.10pm. Photo: Robert Ng
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong police search 15 in former July 1 protest areas, man taken away

Man, 32, questioned over T-shirt with political undertones but was later released, police say.

Hong Kong workers/labour rights

Tighter site safety urged after Hong Kong records over 60 industrial accidents

Labour unions raise concerns following back-to-back construction site deaths involving heavy machinery.

Hong Kong society

Residents, visitors flock to waterfront as PLA Navy ships sail into Hong Kong

Guided-missile destroyer Nanning and guided-missile frigate Hengyang arrive for five-day port call to mark handover anniversary.

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The destroyer Nanning sails through Victoria Harbour at the start of a five-day port call. Photo: Robert Ng
From our archives

On This Day | ‘New era’: Hong Kong returns to Chinese rule in 1997 – SCMP archive

The handover ceremony 29 years ago marked the end of over 150 years of British colonial rule in the city.

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The front page of the South China Morning Post July 1, 1997. Photo: SCMP
The front page of the South China Morning Post July 1, 1997. Photo: SCMP
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong tech chief warns AI will unleash ‘greatest industrial revolution’

Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong says city is proactively preparing for paradigm shift with key AI initiatives.

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Hong Kong society

Hongkongers, tourists snap up handover anniversary deals – as it happened

City leader John Lee outlines three priorities for final year of term: five-year plan, Northern Metropolis and livelihoods.

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Hong Kong science and tech

Hong Kong, mainland China to start sharing data this year: tech minister Sun Dong

Minister also outlines plans to host chats between students and city’s first astronaut as early as start of new school term.

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Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong. Photo: Jonathan Wong
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