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Civil servants may face disciplinary action over Tai Po fire if named in report
Civil service chief says she will not rule out launching disciplinary action if any public servants are named in coming investigation report.
10 Oct 2026 - 9:58PM
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Hong Kong society
New mechanism to strengthen oversight of renovations after Tai Po fire: minister
10 Oct 2026 - 7:36PM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong to expand community recycling after shelving waste-charging scheme
10 Oct 2026 - 8:34PM
Hong Kong society
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: explorer inspires youth through glacial field trips
Wilson Cheung’s unconventional path to career in glaciology helps him mentor young people through hands-on field science.
10 Oct 2026 - 12:51PM
Hong Kong economy
Worker prospects in hair, beauty sector not cut and dried amid staff shortages
Despite 4.9 per cent vacancy rate, salons in Hong Kong face hiring challenges as many do not see hair and beauty care as rewarding career path.
10 Oct 2026 - 12:00PM
Hong Kong society
Singaporean teenager flown to hospital after falling ill during Lion Rock hike
Girl, 17, suffered chills and vomited during early morning hike with two friends.
10 Oct 2026 - 11:49AM
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Hong Kong society
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: Blind musician with birth disease plays her heart out
Born with Hirschsprung’s disease, Cassie Li has had a lifetime of health issues. But the 17-year-old continues to learn, perform and inspire others.
10 Oct 2026 - 10:15AM
Cassie Li Pui-ying, a two-time finalist in the perseverance category of the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards. Photo: Kong Yat-pang
Hong Kong society
Developer of One Stanley pledges 6-year warranty and checks amid steel bar probe
K Wise offers extra structural coverage and free independent inspections for owners, buyers following claims of missing steel reinforcement.
9 Oct 2026 - 9:47PM
Hong Kong tourism
Travel agencies tout Huanggang Port tours, but security chief urges later visits
Tour firms promote revamped port including “five-minute clearance” as an attraction, with one agency reporting 10 groups booked for its opening day.
9 Oct 2026 - 9:58PM
Hong Kong society
Girl filmed carrying beer bags to be placed in temporary care with siblings
Welfare assessments find it unsuitable for them to return home following the arrest of their parents on suspicion of child ill-treatment.
9 Oct 2026 - 8:23PM
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Hong Kong society
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: scientist pushes agricultural frontier
Lam Hon-ming’s groundbreaking work on soybean genetics and varieties has led to cultivation in mainland China, contributing to country’s food security.
9 Oct 2026 - 2:15PM
Professor Lam Hon-ming’s work on soybeans received a Gold Medal with Congratulations of the Jury at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva in 2025. Photo: Kong Yat-pang
Hong Kong society
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: youth-led charity supports young cancer patients
Timothy Chan founded Youth Cancer Hong Kong so young patients can speak openly with others who understand what diagnosis and treatment mean at their age.
9 Oct 2026 - 1:15PM
Hong Kong society
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: firm uses 3D-printed tiles to build coral reefs
Archireef has helped to conserve or restore reefs in Hong Kong, Singapore, UAE and Saudi Arabia and monitors the results, says co-founder Vriko Yu.
9 Oct 2026 - 12:15PM
Hong Kong society
160,000 Hongkongers register for ‘joint clearance’ at Huanggang Port
Security chief says extra manpower will be deployed and high-level command centres activated, including joint operations with Shenzhen authorities.
10 Oct 2026 - 10:50AM
Hong Kong society
27 people, groups named finalists for 14th Spirit of Hong Kong Awards
Award co-organised by Sino Group and the South China Morning Post returns with shortlist of unsung heroes contributing to society in nine categories.
9 Oct 2026 - 10:15AM
Chief Executive John Lee (centre), organisers and finalists at the last Spirit of Hong Kong Awards ceremony, held in February this year. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong police
Hong Kong police to launch international academy, reveal details of new degree
Academy to offer about 20 courses on variety of skills, from tactical leadership to counterterrorism, as well as organise international leadership forums.
9 Oct 2026 - 10:00AM
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Hong Kong housing
CK Asset to demolish 3 blocks at starter homes project after steelwork scandal
Developer says rebuilding three of six blocks in Hong Kong is most time-saving solution, two years after substandard steelwork halted construction.
9 Oct 2026 - 4:47PM
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Greater Bay Area
Will Huanggang Port opening boost spending at Shenzhen’s border retail shops?
Service staff are bracing for influx of visitors, but say they fear shoppers will bypass border establishments for major commercial belts.
8 Oct 2026 - 10:30AM
The new Huanggang Port is expected to open on Monday. Businesses in the area have competing views on whether the new facility will lead to more spending in the area. Photo: Silvia Siu
Hong Kong society
24 luxury houses at One Stanley sold amid probe into alleged construction defects
Experts call for stronger homebuyer protections in Hong Kong, including mandatory period during which purchase contracts can be rescinded.
8 Oct 2026 - 1:18AM
Hong Kong politics
Why do Hong Kong’s Election Committee polls matter as nominations open?
The South China Morning Post examines who is running, what to watch for and how committee will choose city’s next leader.
7 Oct 2026 - 11:01PM
Education in Hong Kong
60% of Hong Kong’s suspected student suicides involved children aged 15 or below
Figures provided by Education Bureau also reveal principals had referred about 17 high-risk students to Hospital Authority every month since December 2023.
7 Oct 2026 - 9:13PM
Hong Kong children
Hong Kong police arrest parents of 10-year-old girl made to carry bags of beer
Parents held on suspicion of ill-treatment after video shows girl carrying heavy bags of beer to Tuen Mun residential estate, while school has offered help.
8 Oct 2026 - 3:06PM
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A screenshot from a video posted on social media on Tuesday shows the girl, a pupil of Lutheran Tsang Shing Siu Leun School, lugging two bags of beer up the stairs at Fu Tai Estate. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy
Land sales offer only temporary relief for West Kowloon arts hub, experts warn
Property development cannot replace a sustainable long-term funding model for the West Kowloon Cultural District, experts say.
7 Oct 2026 - 11:26AM
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Hong Kong society
Registration on both sides of border needed for Huanggang ‘joint clearance’
Around 100,000 travellers a day are expected to use the revamped crossing when operations begin.
6 Oct 2026 - 10:18PM
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Accidents and personal safety
Elderly man found dead, wife hospitalised after smell reported at Hong Kong flat
Man, 81, had died in flat at One Madison in Cheung Sha Wan, while woman, 73, was found in semi-conscious state and taken to Caritas Medical Centre.
6 Oct 2026 - 8:01PM
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