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The city’s privacy watchdog has launched an investigation into the breach earlier reported by Shun Hing Group. Photo: Getty Images
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

Hong Kong weather

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

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.

A “Saber-toothed tiger” armoured vehicle on standby outside the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. Photo: Jelly Tse
A “Saber-toothed tiger” armoured vehicle on standby outside the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. Photo: Jelly Tse
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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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
Hong Kong society

Fallen firefighter Ho awarded Medal for Bravery in Hong Kong’s 2026 Honours List

Economist Lawrence Lau is among three recipients of the Grand Bauhinia Medal, the city’s top honour.

Firefighter Ho Wai-ho was one of 168 people killed in the inferno. Photo: Elson Li
Firefighter Ho Wai-ho was one of 168 people killed in the inferno. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong private sports clubs must pay land premiums or open doors as leases end

New arrangement, first announced in 2019, ends long-standing concessionary land premiums granted to private sports clubs that are closed to public.

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Hong Kong society

Mainland China revises criteria for settling in Hong Kong, Macau

National Immigration Administration announces new criteria to take effect Wednesday and replace current points-based system.

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Hong Kong society

No need to share numbers as WhatsApp set to introduce new feature for texting

Starting this week, users can reserve unique usernames that allow them to text without swapping numbers later this year.

Meta has said it will notify users when the feature is available in their respective countries. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong politics

2 PLA navy ships to visit Hong Kong for 5-day port call

Residents will get a chance to board destroyer Nanning and frigate Hengyang during visit.

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The guided missile destroyer Nanning is one of two ships that will visit Hong Kong. Photo: Xinhua
The guided missile destroyer Nanning is one of two ships that will visit Hong Kong. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong society

‘Deficiencies’ in maintenance, repairs at Hong Kong parks mar visitor experience

Ombudsman urges authorities to overhaul management of country parks, including addressing delays in repair works and poor cleanliness.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong eyes cool-off period for beauty, gym deals to curb hard-sell tactics

Proposals aim at addressing enforcement gaps under Trade Descriptions Ordinance in sectors involving large prepayments and long-term contracts.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

82% of Wang Fuk Court flat owners accept buy-back offer before priority deadline

Housing Bureau says it received 1,635 letters of acceptance a day before deadline to secure priority flat selection under special sales plan.

Seven of the eight towers of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po were destroyed in the blaze last November. Nearly 170 people were killed and about 5,000 residents lost their homes. Photo: Elson Li
Seven of the eight towers of Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po were destroyed in the blaze last November. Nearly 170 people were killed and about 5,000 residents lost their homes. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong eases licensing criteria for rural guest houses and campsites

Home Affairs Department publishes two guides allowing greater flexibility in building and fire safety requirements to encourage rural tourism.

Hong Kong society

Kennedy Town walkway plan needs rethink to match local vibe: harbourfront body

‘Kennedy Town is an old district of Hong Kong, and its buildings … have gone through a long history,’ Harbourfront Commission head says.

Hong Kong society

M+ museum offers free entry to customers caught in design exhibition bottleneck

Hong Kong venue apologises for poor management of ‘overwhelming’ crowds and hours-long queues at design exhibition that opened at the weekend.

Customers waited in line for hours on Sunday to view the “Design Ah! Experience the Wonder of Everyday Design” exhibition at M+ museum. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Exclusive | Housing minister talks accountability, how to prevent another Tai Po fire

Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho says tragedy left profound impact on all involved departments and highlighted need to strengthen oversight.

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Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho says the Wang Fuk Court tragedy left a profound impact on all involved departments. Photo: Dickson Lee
Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho says the Wang Fuk Court tragedy left a profound impact on all involved departments. Photo: Dickson Lee
Accidents and personal safety

Worker killed, another injured after excavator tips over in Hong Kong

Incident at construction site on Liberty Avenue is second fatal industrial accident in past four days.

Hong Kong housing

Exclusive | High ceiling to clear? First rectified subdivided flat to be approved soon

Housing minister Winnie Ho also says government still needs at least four years to fulfil Beijing’s order to eradicate substandard homes.

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Hong Kong housing

Exclusive | Bigger space, better living: what Northern Metropolis public flats have to offer

Share of larger flats will also be increased to 25 per cent, with estates integrated with the area’s environment, heritage and technology.

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An artist's impression of the Fanling North New Development Area. Estates located near rivers will feature waterfront elements and integrate with the riverside environment. Photo: CEDD
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