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Chief Executive John Lee attend the South China Morning Post’s annual China Conference on Tuesday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong is vital link to world, where China anchors its trust, John Lee says

At South China Morning Post’s China Conference, chief executive says city is place that promises security and development amid shifting geopolitical landscape.

Hong Kong economy

Does Hong Kong’s loan shark law proposal lack bite needed to tame debt collectors?

Hong Kong tourism

Surge in Hongkongers visiting Japan expected after manga ‘megaquake’ fears fade

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Hong Kong

University of Hong Kong plans to cut size of development site after backlash

Source says HKU looking at building on residential plot nearby, leaving most of a Pok Fu Lam green belt untouched.

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The original plan would have required the removal of more than 2,000 trees. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Hong Kong lawmakers call for facial recognition system at upgraded land crossing

Hong Kong lawmakers give initial nod to HK$1.75 billion funding for Huanggang border crossing upgrade.

Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong children in cramped flats have poorer mental health: survey

Feelings of depression, anxiety and stress worse for those who say they lack play and study areas at home, while academic performance also affected.

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Education in Hong Kong

Star IB students from Hong Kong’s ESF school group share tips for success

Eleven of 15 top students from city’s largest international school group say they plan to pursue degrees in medicine locally.

The ESF’s top scorers in the IB. (Seated, from left) Zhu Baihan, Joshua Lee Wing-fung, Kush Zingade, Chloe Wong Sum-yin and Kristie Lo Ji-kiu. (Standing, from left) David Yuan, Isaac Hung Man-hei, Kelly Chak Hoi-lam, Sharon Sim Ai-xim, Yashasvini Agarwal, Ava Wong Wing-heng and Charmaine Lie Suet-lam. Photo: ESF
Hong Kong

‘Scripting error’ at Hong Kong’s HK Express allowed customer to access private data

Case is one of eight data leaks revealed by city’s privacy watchdog, all caused by negligence in following established procedures.

First Mention

When Hong Kong got its first care home for mentally ill children

Plans for the Siu Lam Hospital for the Mentally Handicapped were revealed in 1968 and 4 years later the institution finally opened.

LGBTQ

Letters | Hong Kong’s necessary step forward on same-sex partnerships

Readers discuss the government’s proposal to recognise same-sex partnerships, and international standards for same-sex policy.

LGBTQ couples take part in a ceremony in Hong Kong in 2024 that is performed online by a pastor from the US. The Hong Kong government is proposing legislation to recognise some rights of same-sex couples who registered their union abroad. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong

Shandong warship leaves Hong Kong after visit showcasing ‘military power’

Visit ‘gives Hong Kong residents a precious opportunity to see with their own eyes … the country’s military power’, No 2 official Eric Chan says.

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The Shandong and its fleet are concluding their port call to Hong Kong on Monday. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong politics

Opinion | New rules proposed for Hong Kong legislators suggest lack of discipline

While it is commendable that Legco has passed 117 bills, the 104-page proposal of rules for legislators indicates a disciplinary problem.

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Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Hong Kong needs to better understand and balance ‘one country, two systems’

Officials should do more to help Beijing figure out how Hong Kong’s unique capitalist character can best serve national interests.

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Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong should have ‘real’ dialogue on same-sex partnership plan: LGBTQ groups

Advocates say lawmakers’ opposition to proposed framework to recognise partnerships is unsurprising, but ‘hostility’ has hurt LGBTQ community.

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The government has proposed allowing same-sex couples to apply to have their relationship recognised in Hong Kong if they have first registered it in another jurisdiction. Photo: AFP
China’s aircraft carriers

Explainer | What’s in a name? Why aircraft carrier is called Shandong and has number 17

The Post examines the symbolic meanings behind the names and numbers of Chinese military vessels.

China’s first domestically built aircraft carrier, Shandong, is in Hong Kong for a five-day port call. Photo: Photo: Xinhua
Mainland China

Chinese naval officers praise Hong Kong visitors – and feeling is mutual

PLA Navy major says residents visiting warships were hospitable while guests were ‘buzzing with excitement’ and awed by size of aircraft carrier.

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Hong Kong housing

Temperatures in Hong Kong’s subpar housing reach as high as 40 degrees: survey

Concern group SoCO calls for subdivided housing tenants to receive subsidies for products such as air conditioners and fans.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong denies entry to 12,452 visitors in first 5 months of 2025

Immigration director says figure only represents about 0.062 per cent of nearly 20 million inbound travellers recorded over same period.

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Travellers arrive at Hong Kong airport in 2023. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong

Opinion | Time to end Hong Kong’s licensing regime to foster innovation

The city’s licensing system for food stalls, taxis and care homes creates unfair power dynamics. A more flexible approach is needed.

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Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong cancels T1 signal as Typhoon Danas moves away

Observatory also issued a very hot weather warning at 10.45am, as temperatures across city reached 34 degrees Celsius or above by noon.

Education in Hong Kong

31 Hong Kong students achieve top IB scores despite tricky maths exam

Sole top scorer from St Paul’s Co-Educational College compares programme to ‘marathon’, as coordinator says maths grade boundaries probably adjusted.

Kristen Lo (second from the right) was the only student from St Paul’s Co-Educational College to achieve a perfect score of 45. Photo: Sam Tsang
Ethnic minorities in Hong Kong

Letters | More work is needed to ensure an inclusive Hong Kong

Readers discuss how to tackle ethnic barriers in Hong Kong, the city’s international status, and the danger of AI revolt.

Women wearing headscarves shop at a market in Yau Ma Tei on February 28. Photo: Jelly Tse
LGBTQ

Exclusive | Hong Kong housing authorities quietly open door for same-sex couples

Lawmakers describe government’s response to top court ruling as ‘prudent approach’, but concern group calls for move to be publicly announced.

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LGBTQ

My Take | Hong Kong will benefit from recognising the rights of same-sex couples

While there is need for thorough debate on the proposal, some legislators appear to want to roll back the top court’s ruling. But that ship has sailed.

Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong hiker dies after falling 20 metres at mountain stream

Man, 35, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident in the northern New Territories.

The man fell to his death at a mountain stream in the New Territories. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong entertainment

Chiikawa fans brave Hong Kong summer swelter for ‘preheat’ event before show

Art installations featuring popular manga characters draw fans to Tsim Sha Tsui as tickets snapped up online for ‘Chiikawa Days’ show.

Fans get up close to the character Usagi at the “preheat celebration” in Tsim Sha Tsui ahead of the “Chiikawa Days” exhibition. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Aircraft carrier ‘rainbow-men’ add splash of colour to Hong Kong pupils’ visit

Personnel on Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong explain to fascinated students what jobs the different coloured vests denote on flight deck.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

‘Space oil’ linked to possible fatal condition among Hong Kong teen users: study

Study also finds second-hand exposure to substance may cause health risks to persist for former drug users.

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