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Blackpink’s two scheduled concerts next January will mark the finale of the K-pop group’s world tour. Photo: Getty Images

Law and Crime

Hong Kong man scammed out of HK$4,900 trying to buy Blackpink tickets

Victim deposited money into account of person he thought had two tickets to sell on Threads for one of next year’s shows.

9 arrested over fatal triad gang brawl in Hong Kong

Hong Kong teens held over swindling elderly woman out of HK$50,000 in phone scam

Transport

Hong Kong police start issuing digital parking fines, but some drivers puzzled

More publicity needed for digital system that began operation on Sunday, one motorist says, while another driver is worried about having to check phone often.

Printed copies of tickets will still be used initially as drivers became familiar with the digital initiative. Photo: Handout
Printed copies of tickets will still be used initially as drivers became familiar with the digital initiative. Photo: Handout

Law and Crime

Hong Kong, Singaporean police team up to smash cross-border scam syndicate

Hong Kong authorities became aware of syndicate after members allegedly bought HK$18 million worth of SIM cards for scams.

Society

Future of 8,300 public flats in northern Hong Kong uncertain as work put on hold

Lawmaker Edward Lau says decision to suspend work at Fanling Area 17 site stemmed from unexpected challenges with digging foundation.

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Hong Kong Economy

New stablecoin law to enhance Hong Kong’s financial appeal to global issuers: Chan

Financial Secretary Paul Chan is confident that the ‘open model’ can help city become a cryptocurrency hub as licensing nears.

Hong Kong’s stablecoin licensing regime will take effect in August. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong’s stablecoin licensing regime will take effect in August. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong trade body plans 2026 conference to entice Gulf states

Hong Kong Trade Development Council chair also says Donald Trump’s unpredictable policies could see body further revise export projections.

Society

Hong Kong’s John Lee marks Father’s Day by sharing picture of grandson

City leader says he cherishes time with grandson, with caption ‘paying tribute to fathers all over the world’.

Hong Kong Economy

Grand relaunch of Hong Kong nightclub marred by police raid, arrest

Site of 80s and 90s nightlife venue Club Bboss raided hours after relaunch ceremony.

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The club, now called Big Boss Generation, held an opening ceremony on Saturday. Photo: Nora Tam

Health & Environment

Hong Kong wants an ecotourism boom, but can its parks handle more visitors?

Mass tourism contradicts ‘conservation over everything’, the principle behind managing country parks, researcher says.

Hikers from mainland China pose for photos at the Dragon’s Back trail in Shek O on Saturday afternoon. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hikers from mainland China pose for photos at the Dragon’s Back trail in Shek O on Saturday afternoon. Photo: Eugene Lee

Society

Wutip: Hong Kong cancels all typhoon signals on Sunday afternoon

‘In the past few hours, Wutip continued to depart from Hong Kong; local winds also moderated progressively,’ Observatory says.

Business

Hong Kong’s rent surge hits mainland students and professionals

University neighbourhoods like Hung Hom and Tseung Kwan O have seen steep increases in rents.

Society

The Hong Kong dads breaking tradition to build ‘unforgettable’ bonds with kids

DADs Network is working to change traditional expectations that discourage fathers from bonding more deeply with their children.

Dads join their children at a tug of war during an outing. The DADs Network has worked with more than 150 schools and reached over 10,000 fathers, children and family members across the city. Photo: May Tse

Hong Kong Economy

Group tour prices from Hong Kong drop 10% as tourists opt for alternatives to Japan

Increased earthquake concerns create shift in preference towards South Korea, Vietnam and cities in western mainland China for summer travel.

There is an anticipated 80 per cent downturn in Japan tour bookings this summer, even with cheaper flight tickets and tour rates. Photo: EPA-EFE
There is an anticipated 80 per cent downturn in Japan tour bookings this summer, even with cheaper flight tickets and tour rates. Photo: EPA-EFE

Law and Crime

Should Hong Kong hit luxury homeowners with heavier fines for illegal works?

Lawmaker warns HK$110,000 penalty for two property owners at luxury estate ‘not a good message’ for public.

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Society

2025 National Games: real-name ticket system may be used, Hong Kong office says

Yeung Tak-keung of National Games Coordination Office also says tickets to range in price from a few dozen Hong Kong dollars up to about HK$500.

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Health & Environment

1 in 4 Hongkongers unaware of coming public healthcare fee changes: survey

Lawmakers call on authorities to ramp up efforts to promote reform, set to come into force in January 2026.

People queue up at the pharmacy of Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Authorities announced a series of measures to reform the subsidisation structure of public healthcare services in March. Photo: Jelly Tse
People queue up at the pharmacy of Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Authorities announced a series of measures to reform the subsidisation structure of public healthcare services in March. Photo: Jelly Tse

Law and Crime

Hong Kong helps seize HK$157 million in cross-border online scam operation

Seven Asian police agencies also made 1,800 arrests and froze over 32,000 bank accounts with the aid of direct communication platform.

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Society

Keeta rider with no ID or work visa risks arrest to eke out living in Hong Kong

Rider who is non-refoulement claimant ‘rents’ account of cousin to make ends meet, angering legally employed workers who have demanded better identity verification.

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Health & Environment

Hong Kong nurse honoured with top medal for 15 years of life-saving work

Walter Leung’s volunteer work with the Red Cross in disaster situations has earned him the Florence Nightingale Medal, the highest international distinction for nurses.

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Hong Kong nurse Walter Leung attends to a patient in Gaza. Photo: Walter Leung
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OPINION
Mike Rowse

Opinion | How a ‘Harvard International’ could boost Hong Kong as an education hub

Mike Rowse
Ken Ip

Opinion | No way should Hong Kong bail out taxi licence holders

Ken Ip
Rachel Chan

Opinion | Silver economy far from enough for rapidly ageing Hong Kong

Rachel Chan
Paul Yip,Li Yang,Raymond Lap-Ming Tang

Opinion | Hong Kong must end its ‘tale of two cities’ to thrive

Paul Yip
Li Yang
Raymond Lap-Ming Tang
Joe Ngai

Opinion | How Hong Kong can shake off stagnant growth

Joe Ngai
Bernard Chan

Opinion | Trump’s attacks on pillars of US society: reform or score settling?

Bernard Chan
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MULTIMEDIA
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A full-day tour of Hong Kong for US$6?

Experiencing a full-day tour around Hong Kong for only US$6
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Infographics

How US military power depends on China’s rare earths

How China’s rare earth leadership can impact US defense procurement
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How Jimmy O. Yang found success in comedy and in Hollywood

‘Telling my own truth’: How Jimmy O. Yang found success in comedy and in Hollywood
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