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Heart attack kills China ‘century baby’ born at midnight on January 1, 2000 at 25

China’s so-called century baby, who was born at midnight on January 1, 2000, has died from a heart attack at the age of 25. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin/Sohu

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A young woman who struggles with high rent is paying US$7 a month to sleep in a toilet. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

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From underdog to genius: Yale computer scientist Sun Huanbo returns to China

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Computer scientist Sun Huanbo has taken up a position at Peking University. Photo: Peking University

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong group ‘will not sign Panama deal next week’, Beijing to launch probe

The sale of CK Hutchison’s two ports at each end of the Panama Canal were part of a US$23 billion deal that will leave the company pocketing US$19 billion in cash. Photo: Reuters
The men’s and women’s champions, Argentina and New Zealand, share the limelight on the final day of the Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong Sevens

History made at Hong Kong Sevens’ shiny new Kai Tak home but questions remain

Despite problems for fans including long queues for food and drinks, Hong Kong has reinforced its place as a premier spot for rugby sevens.

Myanmar

Hong Kong rescue team set to begin work in quake-hit Myanmar

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Hong Kong Sevens: Cathay fly-past evokes fond memories of Kai Tak Airport

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s ‘Super March’ has brought in 12% more visitors: finance chief

Paul Chan says some overseas VIPs he met noted that the city had regained its former vibrancy and vitality.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan at Art Basel Hong Kong 2025 held at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety

Where will metal push leave Hong Kong’s ‘blood and sweat’ bamboo scaffolders?

Bamboo specialists worry their age-old method will vanish, while others call for tighter safety checks.

Hong Kong

Letters | Hong Kong’s reputation as a talent magnet is at a crossroads

Readers discuss efforts to attract talent to Hong Kong, a custom practised by Hong Kong diners, and the potential rise in diabetes cases.

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Hong Kong Sevens

Lan Kwai Fong gets Hong Kong Sevens booster but Kowloon City misses out

Nightlife tycoon Allan Zeman says jump in business is due to ‘euphoria’ surrounding the newly opened Kai Tak Stadium.

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Bars in Lan Kwai Fong are packed after the first day of the Sevens. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong Sevens: South Stand in full swing with ‘impeccable’ party vibes

Costumed fans undeterred by cool weather and three-hour queues to get into main party stand at Kai Tak Stadium.

Hong Kong Sevens

Kai Tak Stadium dazzles Hong Kong Sevens fans but long queues spoil party

Fans praise stadium’s beauty but lengthy waiting times for drinks and sold-out refreshments leave some longing for Hong Kong Stadium.

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Hong Kong police

Police chief recalls 36 years on force, expects Hong Kong stability to improve

Police chief Raymond Siu, whose term ends next month, calls on graduating class to demonstrate professionalism and prioritise residents’ well-being.

Police chief Raymond Siu at the passing-out parade at the Hong Kong Police College in Wong Chuk Hang. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong

Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: Hong Kong sends rescue team to join aid efforts

Chief Executive John Lee expresses condolences to victims, with one estimate putting potential fatalities at 10,000 to 100,000 people.

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The rescue team at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong

This week in PostMag: from André Fu’s designs to stem cell therapy

Stunt double Jason Li talks about his journey from squash courts to the set of Transformers while we look at Fu’s Dusit Thani Bangkok project.

Education in Hong Kong

Concerns raised over Hong Kong pupils sneaking out to club on mainland China trip

Education Bureau ‘highly concerned’ after Douyin clip shows Hong Kong students sneaking out after dark to party at nightclub in Meizhou.

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Hong Kong tourism

Exclusive | Hong Kong will vie with ‘every city in Asia’, Singapore to develop tourism

Rosanna Law tells Post in exclusive interview that authorities play active but ‘quieter’ role than Lion City in promoting city’s attractions and mega-events.

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Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law at the Hong Kong government headquarters in Admiralty. Photo: Edmond So

Video | Hong Kong’s first fire knife dance school

Samoan man and his wife seek to promote Polynesian heritage with dance troupe that has been growing in popularity  

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong Sevens revellers swap Wan Chai for Kowloon’s culinary delights

Thai food and hotpot are the new postgame treats for some fans of much loved annual tournament, which is being held in Kai Tak Stadium for first time.

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Fans left frustrated by taxi issues on opening day of Hong Kong Sevens

Spectators lament taxi arrangements at Kai Tak Sports Park with some having to wait up to 45 minutes.

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Hong Kong entertainment

Award-winning director Soi Cheang appointed to Hong Kong Film Development Council

‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ director will advise on local film production, nurturing talent, expanding markets and building audiences.

‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ director Soi Cheang Pou-soi has been appointed a government adviser on policies on the development of the local film industry. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong courts

Man who hit girlfriend in head tells Hong Kong court he didn’t intend to kill

‘I plead not guilty to murder, but I plead guilty to manslaughter,’ defendant says.

Hong Kong

Letters | Changes to Hong Kong’s NET scheme should not dilute its integrity

Readers discuss proposed alterations to the native English-speaking teacher scheme, and the undue focus on STEM subjects in gifted education.

Hong Kong culture

Opinion | Why tossing out bamboo scaffolding would be a mistake on many levels

Worker safety is of utmost priority. But cultural and holistic aspects to our love affair with bamboo scaffolding must also be considered.

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Workers set up a bamboo scaffold to repair billboards in Sheung Wan in 2024. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong

Editorial | Move on embryos to help family planning in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s Council on Human Reproductive Technology says how long one can keep gametes and eggs frozen should be treated not as a legal issue, but as a medical one.

At present, storage for personal use is only allowed for up to 10 years. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong

Editorial | Art Basel and Sevens perfect match for Hong Kong on international stage

As ‘Hong Kong Super March’ draws to a close, two very different events are attracting much-needed visitors and are set to win city wide acclaim.

From our archives

When Elton John made his 1984 Hong Kong debut

High-priced tickets sold out for the rock superstar’s 2 shows at the city’s Coliseum, but organisers dismissed complaints.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong Sevens, Art Basel no match for Taylor Swift’s economic power: experts

City’s ‘Super March’ of mega-events will give the economy a lift but won’t be able to generate ‘Taylor Swift effect’, academics say.

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Hong Kong’s watering holes will be hoping to cash in on the Sevens at the weekend. Photo: Jelly Tse
Education in Hong Kong

2 Hong Kong schools with scant Primary One enrolment eye privatisation, merger

Aplichau Kaifong Primary School announces it will seek self-financing solution, while Price Memorial Catholic Primary School opts for merger.

Price Memorial Catholic Primary School in Wong Tai Sin will merge with another institution under the Catholic diocese of Hong Kong. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong to allow permanent residents as young as 7 to use e-channel service

But children between seven and 10 years old should be at least 1.1 metres tall and have valid travel documents, authorities say.

Hong Kong

Letters | Hong Kong would be right to allow embryo storage indefinitely

Readers discuss a proposal related to fertility preservation, and revised A&E charges.

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