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Options for Hong Kong e-commerce firms include further developing local sales. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

US tariffs force Hong Kong e-commerce operators to seek new markets

Hong Kong firms have been urged to consider further developing local sales or think about expanding to Southeast Asia, Europe and Latin America.

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Hong Kong

Editorial | Find out why there is a shortage of nannies in Hong Kong

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Letters | Hong Kong’s rush into raising healthcare charges is a mistake

Law

Legal Tales | We should all speak up to defend judicial independence from any interference

It is unacceptable in any civilised society governed by the rule of law to seek to pressurise judges to reach a particular decision or to resign.

In Hong Kong, the rule of law and judicial independence are values which are cherished by lawyers and non-lawyers alike. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Hong Kong must speed up revamp of transport subsidy

Scheme to cap fares at HK$2 for seniors and disabled is costing Hong Kong billions of dollars a year, adding to urgency to implement reforms.

Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong watchdog urges more checks on worksites after probe reveals lapses

Major investigation into over 70 incidents by ombudsman found staff signing off on safety documents without carrying out actual inspections.

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Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong to withhold salaries of suspended civil servants facing investigation

Civil service minister Ingrid Yeung Ho warns ‘no leniency’ will be shown towards the small number of civil servants who violate laws and regulations.

The Civil Service Bureau’s proposed amendments will focus on expanding the scope of suspension and simplifying disciplinary procedures for employees who violate laws and regulations. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong tourism

More Hongkongers choosing Easter breaks in mainland China over Japan

Warnings about potential massive earthquakes in Japan have Hongkongers looking at holiday destinations elsewhere, tour agencies say.

Leung Chun-ying (CY Leung)

Letters | To friends who loved her, Leung Chai-yan was kind, brilliant and brave

Readers pay tribute to the late daughter of former chief executive Leung Chun-ying, and discuss ways to promote pet-friendly transit, making air quality information more accessible, and Chinese soldiers involved in the Ukraine war.

Leung Chun-ying (CY Leung)

Boarding school friends of Leung Chai-yan pay her a heartfelt tribute

UK boarding school Wycombe Abbey classmates remember fondly late elder daughter of ex-leader Leung Chun-ying, Chai-yan, who died suddenly last week.

Leung Chai-yan’s friends have described her as a “kind, clever, animal-loving and caring woman”. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, schools struggle with rising number of chronically absent pupils

Educators and youth workers call for more support for ‘invisible students’ and their families.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s Sunbeam Theatre finds new home, set to reopen as soon as mid-June

Recently closed Cantonese opera venue will move across the harbour to Whampoa, where it will host short live performances and show films.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong immigration officers arrest 43 in crackdown on illegal employment

The 35 suspected illegal workers and eight alleged employers were apprehended after officers raided dozens of premises, including restaurants and canteens.

Education in Hong Kong

Axing HK$2,500 study grant ‘could force 60% of needy Hongkongers to cut back’

Concern groups publish survey outlining potential impact on underprivileged families if government cuts universal grant for school students.

Some families are considering cutting back on extracurricular activities in response to the government’s plans to axe a study grant. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong

Amnesty International opens Hong Kong office overseas with ‘exiled’ activists

Human rights organisation led by city’s activists including former opposition lawmaker Fernando Cheung and wanted activist Joey Siu Nam.

The entrance to one of Amnesty International’s two former offices in Hong Kong, two months before the organisation shut down its operations in the city at the end of 2021. Photo: AFP
Consumer protection in Hong Kong

Hong Kong consumer watchdog finds 27.4% gap in air con energy efficiency

Consumer Council tests 12 models of inverter split-type air conditioners, says Daikin has highest electric bill savings.

Hong Kong

Coldplay’s Chris Martin shares how he stays ‘grateful, happy’ with Hong Kong fans

Band lead singer recommends free-form writing, transcendental meditation, listening to Chloe Qisha’s songs, among other tips for fighting depression.

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Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong hits 33 degrees Celsius, haze set to last until later this week

Forecaster says temperatures are highest so far this year, while doctor warns residents in high-risk groups to reduce outdoor activities.

Swimmers catch some rays in Repulse Bay as Hong Kong swelters on the hottest day of the year so far. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Fewer benefits on most travel insurance for elderly, kids: Hong Kong watchdog

Ahead of Easter holiday, Consumer Council reveals that among 27 surveyed policies, 22 lowered maximum benefit limits for elderly and children.

Hong Kong

Editorial | Overseas dentists can help bridge shortage in Hong Kong

The public stands to benefit from a medical system that opens up to foreign professionals without compromising the standards of healthcare services.

Hong Kong

Editorial | Legal basketball bets in Hong Kong must come with warnings, education

Many in Hong Kong are already wagering on NBA games through bookmakers, so allowing the Jockey Club to step in offers a chance to properly regulate such activities.

The Hong Kong government has proposed the legalisation of betting on basketball. Photo: Shutterstock

Use tax revenue from basketball betting to fund Hong Kong sports, lawmakers say

Government hopes regulating basketball betting will claw back HK$90 billion in turnover lost to illegal gambling operators.

Hong Kong lawmakers have given the initial nod for a government plan to allow bets on overseas games. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong activist in legal fight to allow women to wear shorts in prison

Women prisoners must wear trousers even in summer unless they have medical or religious reasons.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong lawmakers urge clarity on fee waivers under new healthcare charges

Many elderly residents are unclear about their inclusion under the new policy’s safety net, Kitson Yang says.

Scams and swindles

SF Express Hong Kong stops sending parcel delivery SMS texts to combat scams

Company will only notify customers with self-pickup parcels via its mobile app ‘SFHK’ starting on Monday.

SF Express has said that it received 4,036 reports of fraud or suspicious deception cases over the past three years. Photo: Dickson Lee
Good Schools Guide

The importance of regular sleep routines for children

Consistent bedtime routines are key to a healthy and restorative sleep regime for children, and essential for their development.

Children should be well rested so that they can pay attention in school. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s Democratic Party a step closer to disbanding, final vote soon

Members vote to authorise leadership to go ahead with plan, as chairman declines to respond to reports of political pressure.

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Hong Kong politics

British MP denied entry to Hong Kong on trip to see newborn grandson

Wera Hobhouse, who is also a member of Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China, says her case first for an MP since 1997.

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