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Pok Fu Lam residents have hit out at the university for dismissing their suggestion to build the centre at a site on Mount Davis, saying no proper consultation was conducted. Photo: Dickson Lee

Society

HKU, officials push back against Hongkongers’ development site proposal

Pok Fu Lam residents’ suggestion to build HKU’s innovation centre at Mount Davis site would take up more green belt area, authorities say.

Hong Kong doctor jailed for issuing Covid jab exemptions without medical checks

Firm suspended from bidding for Hong Kong contracts after worker killed on site

Society

Miss Hong Kong Pageant loses another contestant over career conflicts

Barrister Kimberlie Chu’s withdrawal follows decision by youngest district councillor to drop out after controversy over governance role.

Kimberlie Chu, has announced her withdrawal from the Miss HK pageant, citing the demands on her time. Photo: Instagram / kimberliekcyy
Kimberlie Chu, has announced her withdrawal from the Miss HK pageant, citing the demands on her time. Photo: Instagram / kimberliekcyy

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong authorities check MPF payments after Michelin-starred eatery closes

Closure of restaurant Xin Dau Ji's Kowloon Bay branch marks end of chain that once boasted six outlets.

Transport

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp signs investment deal with train parts maker CRRC Guangdong

Deal marks Hong Kong rail giant’s first investment in Guangdong’s railway equipment industry, in bid to gain more access to Greater Bay Area market.

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Law and Crime

81 arrested in Hong Kong crackdown on illegal use of electric bikes, scooters

Police conduct citywide operation targeting electric mobility devices, with some of those arrested saying they are food delivery riders.

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Some of the electric mobility devices seized by police in the crackdown. Photo: Handout
Some of the electric mobility devices seized by police in the crackdown. Photo: Handout

Law and Crime

3 in Hong Kong remanded in custody for allegedly seeking secession

Trio, which includes 15-year-old secondary student, allegedly tied to Hong Kong Democratic Independence Union, based in Taiwan.

Health & Environment

Could Hong Kong add preventive checks to its voluntary health insurance system?

Acting health minister Libby Lee says authorities will talk to insurance industry to study inclusion of some screenings.

Politics

Hong Kong condemns US for extending ‘national emergency’ status for city

US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday one-year extension of ‘national emergency’ status.

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The “national emergency” was declared by Trump in July 2020 in response to the national security law Beijing imposed on Hong Kong. Photo: AP

Health & Environment

‘Better safe than sorry’, Hong Kong’s No 2 official says over school suspension

Chief Secretary Eric Chan addresses concerns from parents over earlier decision to suspend day schools on Friday, as morning sees calm weather.

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The government made the decision on Thursday to suspend day schools for the next day. Photo: Elson Li
The government made the decision on Thursday to suspend day schools for the next day. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong

Why have severe storms hit Hong Kong despite lower cyclone intensity?

Observatory says rich moisture amplified residual impact of tropical cyclone Danas, despite it weakening after making landfall.

Health & Environment

On This Day | Safety scare over Hong Kong public housing water in 2015 – from SCMP archive

On this day 10 years ago, lead levels in tap water at Kai Ching Estate sparked fears about safety of supplies in Hong Kong’s public housing.

Society

How mainland China standards will bring Hong Kong cheaper, faster northern line

Lawmaker says railway construction in Hong Kong costs about HK$1 billion per kilometre, roughly 10 times higher than on the mainland.

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The Kwu Tung MTR station is expected to be completed in 2027. Photo: Eugene Lee

Business

Hong Kong government to offer just 1 residential plot for sale this quarter

A 6,500-square-metre plot at the junction of Wing Shun Street and Texaco Road in Tsuen Wan will be tendered in the July to September quarter.

View of a plot at the junction of Wing Shun Street and Texaco Road in Tsuen Wan, which will be offered for sale this quarter. Photo: Edmond So
View of a plot at the junction of Wing Shun Street and Texaco Road in Tsuen Wan, which will be offered for sale this quarter. Photo: Edmond So

Law and Crime

Hong Kong police vow to pursue fugitive singer Tommy Yuen ‘to the end’

Cantopop singer, 45, missed court appearance to face shoplifting charge and later said he never had any intention of showing up.

Health & Environment

HKU launches clinical trial in Hong Kong to treat chronic hepatitis B patients

Existing medication only suppresses virus and has to be taken for decades, researcher says.

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Hong Kong Economy

Why are Hong Kong fast-food firms Cafe de Coral, Fairwood suffering in downturn?

Economists say famous fast-food chains struggle with elderly customers’ frugal spending habits and face competition from delivery platforms.

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A branch of Cafe de Coral at Uptown Plaza in Tai Po. Photo: Eugene Lee
A branch of Cafe de Coral at Uptown Plaza in Tai Po. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong Economy

‘Sheer delusion’ for Hong Kong landlords to refuse to cut rents: CY Leung

‘If someone tries to go against the tide … he will become the victim at the end of the day,’ ex-leader says.

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Health & Environment

Hong Kong’s feral pigeon population drops 11% in hotspots amid feeding ban

Authorities also say they plan to use AI patrol robots to enhance enforcement.

Politics

Is proposal to recognise same-sex partnerships in Hong Kong dead on arrival?

Government may punt vote to next Legco term and argue its obligation under top court ruling has been fulfilled even if bill is rejected by lawmakers, experts say.

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The Court of Final Appeal found the government was violating the Bills of Rights when it ruled in favour of a judicial challenge by activist Jimmy Sham in 2023. Photo: Sam Tsang
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OPINION
Bernard Chan

Opinion | Hong Kong officials must address concerns over large-scale projects

Bernard Chan
Nicholas Spiro

Macroscope | Split in Hong Kong, London’s fortunes is about more than stock markets

Nicholas Spiro
Eugene Yim

Legal Tales | From Yerma to the law of surrogacy in Hong Kong

Eugene Yim
Jose-Antonio Maurellet

Opinion | Recognising same-sex partnerships is vital for inclusive, diverse Hong Kong

Jose-Antonio Maurellet
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Harvey Rouse

Opinion | How Hong Kong and EU can team up on green finance and climate action

Harvey Rouse
Nicholas Spiro

The View | Hong Kong property market’s sources of resilience finally getting noticed

Nicholas Spiro
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MULTIMEDIA
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Cristiano Ronaldo museum opens in Hong Kong

Cristiano Ronaldo museum opens in Hong Kong
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DSE vs IB: how different are the two public exams?

DSE vs IB: Hong Kong secondary students discuss differences between college exam systems
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Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong visits Hong Kong

Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong visits Hong Kong
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Shandong in Hong Kong for 5-day visit

Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong arrives in Hong Kong for 5-day visit
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