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Hong Kong property

Debt crunch at NWD stokes downside risk in Hong Kong home prices, S&P says

Decision to defer coupon payments on four series of perpetual bonds threatens a bigger drop in home prices, rating firm says.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong Red Cross tightens blood donor rules for recent inmates

Hong Kong economy

China ‘respects Panama Canal neutrality’ as CK Hutchison ports deal looms

Electric & new energy vehicles

Chinese EV maker Leapmotor jumps into Hong Kong market

Beachhead in city will reach global consumers and help international investors better understand the company, founder and CEO says.

Guests view Leapmotor’s C10 electric vehicle at the opening of the company’s first showroom in Hong Kong on June 11, 2025. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong tourism

‘Panda fever’ created 19% attendance boost at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park: official

Tourism minister Rosanna Law says HK$121 million has been secured from Jockey Club Charities Trust to upgrade panda enclosure.

Food and Drinks

Your Hong Kong weekend drinks guide for June 13-15

This weekend, experience a six-hands guest shift at the St Regis, try creative cocktails at Hong Kong’s new Ginza-style bar, and explore nature-inspired drinks with Caprice Bar’s new menu.

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Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong policeman gets community service order for defrauding credit union

Officer understated repayments and hid other debts to secure HK$280,000 in loans from force’s credit union.

Defence lawyers have said the officer became emotionally disturbed by divorce proceedings with his ex-wife. Photo: Winson Wong
IPO

China may let Hong Kong-listed firms raise funds in Shenzhen via ‘H + A’ IPOs

The reversal of the usual A + H approach could help firms expand in the Greater Bay Area and encourage more Hong Kong IPOs, analysts say.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong environment chief rejects relaxed quarantine rules for imported pets

Secretary for Environment and Ecology Tse Chin rules out altering quarantine arrangements, including at home, citing increased rabies risk.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong shouldn’t let lack of space hold up Guangdong driver scheme: minister

Mable Chan says plan to allow Guangdong residents to drive to city will have strict controls, as lawmakers raise concerns over parking capacity.

The Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme has been the subject of discussion for years and was originally expected to start at the end of 2024 or early this year. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong politics

Beijing slams Washington for supporting jailed Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong

US State Department condemned fresh charge laid against activist for allegedly conspiring to collude with foreign forces.

China’s foreign ministry arm in Hong Kong has said local police will handle Joshua Wong’s case in accordance with the law. Photo: Felix Wong
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s top court dismisses domestic helper’s forced labour challenge

Court of Final Appeal rules that absence of dedicated legislation did not impede the ‘practical and effective’ protection of her rights.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong student spared jail for faking exam results via beauty app Meitu

Acting principal magistrate highlights gravity of offence, but notes defendant is still relatively young and has reflected on her mistake.

China’s C919 passenger plane

Exclusive | China working to add C919 certification to agenda for July EU summit

To speed up EU certification of its home-grown narrowbody jet, Beijing is pushing for the topic to be broached at a meeting with bloc leaders.

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China’s C919 jet, after two years of commercial operations, is still awaiting certification from the European Union’s aviation regulator. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

How Hong Kong’s pilot disease scheme can help save HK$2.7 billion in expenses

Health Bureau says if 200,000 people join scheme, 9,000 cardiovascular diseases and 11,000 deaths could be prevented, leading to medical cost savings.

The Health Bureau has said the chronic disease pilot scheme will include more conditions in the future. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong court jails couple for life for murdering, abusing newborn son

Judge calls treatment of seven-week-old Iyman Hossain by parents Imran Hossain and Farzana Akter ‘completely disgraceful’.

China manufacturing

China plans to turn Shenzhen into AI and aviation hub amid US sanctions

Beijing is deepening reforms to accelerate the development of emerging industries in the Chinese tech hub, which faces a barrage of US trade curbs.

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Hong Kong economy

Game on for Hong Kong economy as Kai Tak Stadium proves to be a roaring success

First international football match at stadium provides ‘shot of confidence’ for potential growth, but must be capitalised on, analysts urge.

Analysts say the success of the first Hong Kong football team home game played at Kai Tak Stadium highlights an opportunity to develop a sports economy in the city. Photo: Sam Tsang
Food and Drinks

Your Hong Kong weekend food guide for June 13-15

Celebrate Father’s Day with your meat-loving dad at Morton’s, or head to Rosewood for Spanish specials and Tai Kwun for spice-driven dishes.

US-China relations

Exclusive | Top US envoy in Hong Kong may be headed for senior role in Beijing embassy

Gregory May, US consul general for Hong Kong and Macau, tipped for leading role over 1,300 people at Beijing embassy and mainland consulates.

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Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong girl, 17, rescued from fire ‘likely caused by power bank’

Fire Services Department say Wednesday morning’s blaze has been deemed not suspicious.

Hong Kong firefighters rescued a 17-year-old girl from a fire on Wednesday. Photo: Cable TV News
Donald Trump

Letters | What the Trump-Musk feud reveals about American decline

Readers discuss the state of US democracy, National Guard troops in Los Angeles, and the suffering of children in Gaza.

President Donald Trump and his top donor, Elon Musk, speak in the Oval Office on March 14. Photo: TNS
Hong Kong national security law

Mobile game advocating Hong Kong independence disappears from Apple’s App Store

Reversed Front: Bonfire was no longer available on Google Play Store on Tuesday, the same day police warned against downloading game.

Architecture and design

Is wood the next ‘quiet luxury’ trend for Hong Kong homes?

Whether it’s a colonial touch or traditional Chinese-style architecture you seek, ever-versatile timber’s your answer.

IPO

Haitian eyes US$1.22 billion Hong Kong IPO, one of the year’s largest

The final IPO size could reach US$1.48 billion if size adjustment and overallotment options are exercised at the top end of price range.

Bottles of soy sauce produced by Foshan Haitian Flavoring & Food Company on display in Shaoxing. Photo: VCG
Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks rise after US, China unveil trade agreement

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says framework will be presented to both governments for approval.

An aerial view of Hong Kong. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong T1 signal to remain in force on Thursday morning as Wutip brings rain

Forecaster says temperatures are expected to reach 33 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.

Education in Hong Kong

English lessons in Hong Kong primary schools to cover national security

Education Bureau has released revised curriculum guide for teaching English.

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