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Nine people have been taken to hospital after a car mounted the pavement on Lam Hing Street in Kowloon Bay. Photo: Sam Tsang
Accidents and personal safety

Elderly driver arrested after car mounts pavement in Hong Kong, injuring 9

Surveillance footage shows man, 75, attempting U-turn before accident on Lam Hing Street in Kowloon Bay.

Transport and logistics

Editorial | Sustainable ferry services vital for Hongkongers on outlying islands

Hong Kong

New system launches smoothly despite minor glitches on MTR’s Tsuen Wan line

MTR Corporation

Glitches possible as new signalling system starts on Tsuen Wan line: MTR Corp

Train and platform screen doors not aligning properly at stations and automatic speed adjustments on sections of line are possible.

The Tsuen Wan line will start using the new system from the first train on Sunday morning. Photo: Jelly Tse
Cathay Pacific

Beijing first stop as Cathay launches global drive to hire 3,000 workers

Hong Kong carrier has openings for pilots, flight attendants and engineers as well as vacancies for digital positions.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong to boost direct flights, transfer capacity amid Middle East turmoil

Transport chief Mable Chan says authorities ‘seizing opportunity’ presented by aviation disruption to coordinate with local airlines.

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MTR Corporation

Hong Kong MTR Corp pay rise below expectations: union

Most non-managerial staff to get salary increases from 1.6 to 3.84 per cent for the 2026-27 financial year, firm says.

An MTR train at Tsuen Wan station. Photo: Jelly Tse
Greater Bay Airlines

Greater Bay Airlines to raise fuel surcharges, joining Hong Kong rivals

Surcharge on flights originating from Hong Kong for all destinations except mainland China and the Maldives will increase by 104 per cent.

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Accidents and personal safety

Man injured after lithium battery catches fire on Hong Kong bus

Police received report at 7.21pm of fire on bus travelling along Citybus route E21.

US, Israel war on Iran

More Hong Kong drivers head to mainland China to refuel as oil prices rise

Previously, residents were topping up their tanks once or twice a month, but they are now making weekly trips, automobile association says.

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A petrol station in Mong Kok. Hong Kong’s pump prices have surpassed HK$30 per litre for both petrol and diesel. Photo: Jelly Tse
MTR Corporation

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp net profit falls 6.9% amid weaker mainland China revenue

Profit drops to HK$14.68 billion with rail giant citing lower mainland and overseas project contributions.

The MTR Corp has warned a substantial portion of its earnings will be allocated to asset maintenance, upgrades, replacements and the expansion of the city’s rail network. Photo: Jelly Tse
Accidents and personal safety

Man held after Hong Kong bridge crash injures 11, disrupts airport-bound traffic

Man arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified and using vehicle without third-party insurance.

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Hong Kong society

Councillors oppose ferry fare rises for Hong Kong’s outlying island routes

Members of Islands District Council also raise concerns that another fare increase could be sought in response to soaring fuel prices.

Hong Kong Airlines

Hong Kong Airlines to raise fuel surcharges by up to 35% amid oil price surge

Airline becomes first local carrier to raise fuel surcharges, with South Asia routes hit hardest amid escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Hong Kong Airlines will raise its fuel surcharges by up to 35.2 per cent amid soaring oil prices driven by conflicts in the Middle East. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong

E-payments to attract more riders, cut fare disputes: Hong Kong taxi industry

Representative says industry ready for April 1 requirement, with about 90 per cent of taxi drivers already registered with e-payment platforms.

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About 90 per cent of taxi drivers are ready to meet the April 1 requirement. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

Surcharges considered as Hong Kong fuel prices set to rise amid Iran war

Sector representative says surcharges ‘a reluctant step’, adding many drivers have fixed daily commitments that must be met.

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Hong Kong taxis

‘Keep the change’ no more: Hong Kong taxi drivers prepare for shift to e-payments

City’s cabbies required to provide at least two e-payment options by April 1, as part of industry effort to improve service quality.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong urged to review fuel prices amid ‘unfair’ cost increase accusations

City’s automobile association says fuel cost increases not warranted as petrol currently on sale is from stockpile before conflict erupted in Middle East.

Hong Kong has long held the dubious distinction of having the highest pump prices in the world. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Hong Kong authorities propose ferry fare adjustments to keep operators afloat

Proposal includes 12.5 per cent fare rise for one-way trips between Central and piers on Cheung Chau and Lamma, but consolidates fees elsewhere.

Middle East

Air freight costs for China shippers may jump 30% as Middle East airspace closes

China-Europe cargo flights face longer routes and higher fuel costs after Middle East airspace closures, the Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding & Logistics says.

US, Israel war on Iran

Over 580 Hongkongers stranded in Middle East and seeking help

Cathay Pacific has extended flight suspensions to Dubai and Riyadh until March 14.

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A projectile is seen over the sky in the UAE. Photo: AP
Hongkong Post

Hongkong Post’s airmail services to 24 countries affected by strikes in Middle East

Public postal service suspends airmail to Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates, affecting ‘services transiting through these locations’.

Residents mail parcels at the General Post Office in Central in May 2025. Photo: Elson Li
Cathay Pacific

Cathay passengers bemoan refund policies as US, Israel exchange strikes with Iran

Passengers stranded at Hong Kong airport after flights to Riyadh, Dubai and other destinations in Middle East cancelled.

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Hong Kong taxis

More than 40,000 Hong Kong cabbies register to accept Octopus payments

On April 1, all cabbies will be required to offer at least two electronic payment options to passengers.

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US, Israel war on Iran

35 Hong Kong to Mideast flights disrupted, with more expected after attack on Iran

Passengers already packing Hong Kong airport to inquire about suspended departures to Riyadh, Doha and Qatar from day before.

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Passengers affected by disruptions to Cathay Pacific flights to Riyadh and Dubai queue to make inquiries at the airline’s check-in counters at Hong Kong International Airport on Saturday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong environmental issues

Opinion | The high price of Hong Kong’s slow switch to electric buses and taxis

Slow electrification undermines the city’s green ambitions and squanders a chance to secure its role as a Greater Bay Area innovation hub.

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Taxis and buses outside Tai Wai MTR station on July 14, 2024. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong taxis

Aspiring taxi drivers taking tests each month up 30% after simplified assessment

‘The average monthly number of candidates has now risen to around 1,800,’ transport chief Mable Chan says.

Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Commercial EV use needs boost after car owner tax break ends, green groups say

Environmentalists back move to end first registration tax concessions for private electric cars, say focus must pivot to businesses.

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