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Traffic on Gloucester Road, Wan Chai. Photo: Dickson Lee

Transport

Rise in mainland applications for Hong Kong driving licences fuels test calls

Transport Department data shows direct issue applications based on mainland driving licences have surged.

Hong Kong welcomes 213,000 mainland tourists as ‘golden week’ break starts

Popular Hong Kong clinic chain in hot water amid suspected closure

Law and Crime

Hong Kong hotel accounting manager jailed for 6 years over HK$26 million fraud

39-year-old used stolen funds from the Four Seasons Hotel to purchase a HK$5.88 million flat in Tseung Kwan O and luxury Porsche sports car.

Chan Yiu-choi issued 112 forged cheques from the hotel to his personal bank or credit card accounts between July 2017 and September 2021. Photo: Sun Yeung
Chan Yiu-choi issued 112 forged cheques from the hotel to his personal bank or credit card accounts between July 2017 and September 2021. Photo: Sun Yeung

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong Labour Day drone show leaves buzzing spectators in festive mood

The 12-minute show featured 1,000 drones weaving through the skies above Victoria Harbour in colourful tributes to local festivals.

Hong Kong Economy

Explainer | How far will Hong Kong’s minimum wage rise of 5.25% go in helping workers?

The Post explores how authorities arrived at HK$42.10 per hour and what it means for workers such as cleaners and security guards.

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Hong Kong Economy

Mainland tourists treat taste buds in Hong Kong, from egg waffles to fish balls

They use social media platforms such as RedNote and Dianping to find the best Hong Kong street food and recommended restaurants in city.

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A foodseller known as “Uncle Lee” makes charcoal-grilled egg waffles at the “WestK Nightscape” event at West Kowloon Cultural District. Photo: May Tse
A foodseller known as “Uncle Lee” makes charcoal-grilled egg waffles at the “WestK Nightscape” event at West Kowloon Cultural District. Photo: May Tse

Transport

Greater Bay Airlines cancels Hong Kong-bound flight from Taipei after bird strike

Airline apologises and says it cancelled flight HB704’s return journey on Wednesday night to conduct safety checks.

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong’s East Dam buzzes with mainland Chinese tourists during ‘golden week’

Police officers and staff members from the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department guard the hotspot to maintain order.

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Law and Crime

Man arrested in Hong Kong over scams involving impersonation of mainland police

20-year-old suspect allegedly targeted victims in at least eight telephone scams last month, swindling them out of HK$1.36 million.

Hong Kong police have arrested a man suspected to be linked to at least eight telephone scams. Photo: Handout

Transport

Some commuters call for new Hong Kong’s Light Rail service for pets to be expanded

The MTR Corporation has launched a trial scheme allowing commuters to travel with their cats and dogs on weekends and public holidays.

The trial scheme will run for two months. Photo: Jelly Tse
The trial scheme will run for two months. Photo: Jelly Tse

Transport

Bus driver arrested, 21 passengers taken to hospital after Hong Kong crash

Double-decker bus collides with plastic water barriers while travelling along West Kowloon Highway towards airport.

Hong Kong Economy

More departures than arrivals in Hong Kong as ‘golden week’ kicks off

Many mainland visitors spotted at scenic High Island Reservoir in Sai Kung as Labour Day break begins.

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Society

Hongkonger keeps up the fight to understand son’s death in 2022 crane accident

Death of 63-year-old’s son still haunts him, but Tsui has devoted life to helping others who have experienced similar bereavement.

The crane collapse at the construction site on Anderson Road in Sau Mau Ping that killed Tsui’s son. Photo: Jelly Tse

Law and Crime

Man arrested over arriving in Hong Kong with HK$5.4 million of cannabis

Customs says 49-year-old man had flown into the city from Bangkok, with officers discovering 25kg of suspected cannabis in his suitcase.

The man was arrested after undergoing customs clearance at Hong Kong airport. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
The man was arrested after undergoing customs clearance at Hong Kong airport. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

Hong Kong Economy

Explainer | Who is better off after MPF mechanism abolition, Hong Kong workers or bosses?

The Post examines the effect of the cancellation of the MPF offsetting mechanism that used to allow bosses to dip into staff pensions.

Law and Crime

Hong Kong police investigate after woman, 38, found dead in Yuen Long flat

No suspicious wounds have been found on the woman’s body, insider says.

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Health & Environment

Hong Kong to jail, fine those possessing, using vapes in public from April 2026

Smoking will also be prohibited while residents queue at arts and sports facilities, clinics and other places from next year, according to bill.

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A man smokes an e-cigarette in Admiralty. Photo: Dickson Lee
A man smokes an e-cigarette in Admiralty. Photo: Dickson Lee

Society

Meet the young women leaping to prominence in Hong Kong’s lion dance scene

The Kwok’s Girls of Kwok’s Kung Fu and Dragon Lion Dance Team are breaking gender barriers and bringing new energy to a traditional art form.

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Education

6 universities in Hong Kong make Asia top 50 for first time since 2017

Baptist University climbs to 50th in Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings, while Beijing’s Tsinghua University keeps grip on top spot.

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong shipping sector can navigate effects of US port fees, industry says

US plans to introduce a phased fee structure targeting Chinese vessel operators, owners and ships built in the country.

Despite a decline in container throughput, Hong Kong will see more transshipments, supporting its ports, an industry body chief says. Photo: Jelly Tse
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OPINION
Richard Harris

Opinion | As markets recover from Trump tariff shock, how long will new normal last?

Richard Harris
Derek Chan

Legal Tales | Hong Kong ride-hailing regulations can draw lessons from US, UK, Singapore

Derek Chan
Jay Ganglani

Opinion | Hong Kong’s ethnic diversity needs to be better reflected in film and TV

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Leonard Luk,Bryan Luk

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Leonard Luk
Bryan Luk
Paul Gardner

Opinion | Hong Kong SMEs must act boldly to survive Trump’s tariffs

Paul Gardner
Alice Wu

Opinion | Amid Hong Kong’s focus on tourist numbers, have we forgotten our workers?

Alice Wu
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MULTIMEDIA
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First batch of Hong Kong subversion offenders freed from jail

Hong Kong 47: first 4 subversion offenders walk out of prison after completing sentences
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Hong Kong’s female lion dancers

Kwok’s Girls: female lion dancers break gender barriers in Hong Kong
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In hot water: CK Hutchison's ports deal risks being dunked

In hot water: CK Hutchison’s ports deal risks being dunked
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Chinese robotics start-ups eye potential Hong Kong expansion

Chinese robotics, neurotech companies interested in Hong Kong expansion
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