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A woman walks with her dog outside a restaurant in New Town Plaza in Hong Kong’s Sha Tin district on February 3. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Furry friends in restaurants a big step towards a pet-friendly Hong Kong

The relaxation of public transport and dining rules acknowledges the social value of pets in a crowded city like Hong Kong.

TV shows and streaming video

Puppy Bowl XXII aims to help old dogs find new families too

Trending in China

Story of China woman and wolf son gains renewed fame, gets 2.8 billion views online

New South Wales

Video | Snake-panic thwarted at Australian railway station

One passenger courageously threw the snake off the platform.

CCTV footage shows passengers escaping in fright as a snake slithered up a ramp towards the railway platform in Sydney on February 1, 2026.
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Pets

Do dogs like music? Experts weigh in on how songs affect our furry friends

Music seems to have a calming effect on dogs, but under what circumstances and which genre? Animal experts explain dog music dos and don’ts.

Wellness

This 17-year-old Hong Kong show jumper is making a name at home and abroad

Fu Ka-ching, daughter of actor Alex Fong, talks about the difficulties in balancing riding and studying and the bond between rider and horse.

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Singapore

‘Stay calm’: crocodile sighting pauses water fun at Singapore’s Sentosa

Officials boost patrols, urge residents to follow safety signs and report sightings to NParks.

Singapore’s Sentosa island has suspended all water activities after a crocodile was spotted off Sentosa Cove. Photo: Facebook/coxie
Hong Kong environmental issues

Editorial | Hong Kong should see animal protection as a shared civic duty

A pond-cleaning operation that resulted in the death of over a hundred fish highlights gaps in public awareness of and education on animal welfare.

Crime

US man escapes execution for dumping girl, 5, to be killed by alligators

Harrel Braddy, who spent a decade on death row for the gruesome murder of Quatisha Maycock, has been given a life sentence in a new trial.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Discovery of badly decomposed whale carcass on Sai Kung beach triggers probe

Authorities alerted to decomposed carcass after villagers found it on beach at Ham Tin Wan, in Sai Kung East Country Park.

The whale carcass was discovered on Thursday. Photo: Handout
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Video | Fish pond cleaning turns deadly

Contractor allegedly did not provide enough air for fish to survive, animal rights group says.

Fish pond cleaning turns deadly
Hong Kong environmental issues

Letters | Time to update Hong Kong’s wildlife protection law

Readers discuss stronger legal teeth for wildlife protection, ear acupuncture, and ethical evolution.

Trending in China

China ‘drama queen’ lamb goes viral for playing dead when buyers approach

Adorable ‘Oscar-worthy’ baby sheep who loves children gets 10 million views online; customer offers US$19,000 to buy it.

Indonesia

‘Cruellest’ practice: Elephant rides banned in Bali parks over welfare concerns

Asian countries, such as Cambodia and India, have ended commercial elephant rides due to the same concerns.

Tourists ride on elephants at Mason’s Elephant Park and Lodge, Bali, Indonesia. Photo: Dave Smith
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police probe pond cleaning operation that killed more than 100 fish

Contractor removed fish to conduct maintenance but allegedly failed to provide temporary space with enough air, according to animal rights group.

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Workers clean a pond at King Lam Estate in Tseung Kwan O, with fish still in shallow water. Photo: Jelly Tse
Singapore

‘City in Nature’: can Singaporeans and wildlife coexist in harmony?

Concerns about hygiene and attacks grow as wildlife becomes ubiquitous in Singapore’s urban landscape.

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Thailand

Endangered leopard sharks return to Thai waters in landmark rewilding push

The spotted sharks have sharply declined in the wild over the past decade due to overfishing and habitat loss.

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Japan

‘They were cute’: Japan fans jostle for final glimpse of China-bound pandas

The departure of Xiao Xiao and his sister, Lei Lei, will leave Japan without any pandas for the first time since 1972.

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Visitors take photographs of giant panda Xiao Xiao in its enclosure at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo on Sunday. Photo: AP
Australia

Australian shark attack victim, 12, dies in hospital

Nico Antic was pulled from the water by friends and taken to hospital with severe injuries to both legs.

Spain

After fatal rail accident, missing dog that captivated Spain is found

The public had rallied to look for Boro, who bolted after a high-speed train crash that killed at least 43 people.

South Korea

South Korea banned dog meat. Now what happens to 500,000 animals?

As South Korea moves to end dog meat consumption by 2027, the government lacks a clear survival plan for nearly half a million caged dogs.

Dogs are seen in cages at a dog farm in Pyeongtaek, South Korea in June 2023. Photo: AP
Spain

‘He is family’: Spain unites in search for missing dog after train crash

Ana Garcia’s viral plea to find Boro after the disaster spurs a rescue team to search the sealed zone near Madrid.

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On Wednesday, a sign in Spanish was seen asking for information about Boro, a dog missing after the Adamuz train crash. Photo: AP
Australia

Boy, 12, ‘fighting for life’ after Sydney Harbour shark attack

‘It was a horrendous scene … We believe it was something like a bull shark that attacked’ the boy, said a New South Wales police spokesman.

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Thailand

Feathered fortunes, sky-high stakes: inside Asia’s richest pigeon race

In eastern Thailand, 5,000 pigeons brave predators and exhaustion in a gruelling sprint for a US$2 million purse.

Hong Kong society

Editorial | To walk the pet-friendly path, Hong Kong needs a comprehensive policy

The city will have to balance the interests of pet owners and those of others, but it’s time it moved forward on becoming more pet-friendly.

A boy and a dog look at each other as visitors walk to the Premium Pet Supplies Expo held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, on June 6. Photo: Elson Li
Trending in China

China woman seeks online help to slaughter pigs, attracting 1,000 volunteers to farm

On day of event, local public security bureau dispatches staff to maintain order, ensuring a smooth experience for all attendees.

A Chinese woman, unable to slaughter pigs on her own, sought help online, prompting over 1,000 people turning up at her farm to assist her. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
Hong Kong environmental issues

Editorial | Study shows Hong Kong must do better to end illegal shark fin trade

A recent study showed products from endangered species are still entering Hong Kong’s market, revealing worrying gaps in oversight.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Animal welfare groups slam Hong Kong pet shop for offering cat rental service

Pet shop gave clients the chance to rent a cat for a week for HK$800 with a refundable deposit of HK$6,500 before buying.

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