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In April 2026, Venchi debuted its 30-year dried mandarin peel and red bean dessert gelato. It is one of the many ways that chun pei (dried mandarin peel) is being reinvented. Photo: Joyce Yip
Food and Drinks

Mandarin peel ice cream? Chun pei, a TCM ingredient, is gaining favour

Dried mandarin peel was first used in dishes to impress Chinese emperors. Today, it can be found in everything from drinks to desserts.

SCMP Highlights

Shanghai’s expat population, Hong Kong trail sign fallout: 7 highlights

Hong Kong transport

Letters | Rigid quotas will undercut Hong Kong’s ride-hailing service providers

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Housing checking unit admits ‘blind spots’ amid ‘robotic’ workflow criticism

Te Chi-wang, deputy director of the Home Affairs Department, and ex-ICU head Lau Fu-kwok take stand at hearing into Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades.

Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Jelly Tse
What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this Mother’s Day weekend, May 8-10

From an artisan Mother’s Day market to food, fashion and music, check out our recommendations for things to do around the city this weekend.

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Hyrox's Rise In Asia

Hyrox races are taking Asia by storm, redefining fitness culture

The rise of the hybrid format is fuelled by its community-driven races, accessible indoor fitness structure, and strategic partnerships.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong needs the people’s wisdom for its 5-year plan to succeed

The city can fuse market dynamism with strategic direction – but the key is support from the private sector and the public.

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People run along the Island Eastern Corridor in North Point during the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon in 2025, with Lion Rock in the background. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s pinball wizards and claw fans defend arcade thrills as curbs loom

Citywide craze in pinball and claw machines has prompted authorities to consider tightening regulations to prevent addiction to these games.

Gold in Hong Kong

Editorial | Middle East war offers Hong Kong a golden opportunity

The war has driven home how well suited Hong Kong is to becoming an alternative to Dubai, a major gold trading hub.

Hong Kong-UK spying row

UK court convicts 2 men linked to Hong Kong trade office of spying

Government says case ‘absolutely unrelated’ to Hong Kong, while Chinese embassy in UK calls it ‘political move’.

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The case has put the role of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices under the spotlight. Photo: Google Maps
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong school ordered to submit report after national flag hung upside down

Online images earlier showed national flag hanging upside down on top of building at F.S.F.T.F. Fong Shu Chuen Primary School in Fanling.

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The Education Bureau said it had followed up on the incident at F.S.F.T.F. Fong Shu Chuen Primary School in Fanling. Photo: Wikipedia
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong seeks more details from WHO on hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship

Health authorities say they are taking a ‘proactive and precautionary’ approach to safeguarding city despite low global health risk.

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Banking & finance

Hong Kong pushes gold futures relaunch as mainland China reserves climb

City aims to broaden gold offerings and expand clearing and storage facilities to seize opportunities in the surging market.

Artificial intelligence

AI | Tech pioneer Chen Tianqiao’s MiroMind halts China services after the Manus saga

AI start-up MiroMind has relocated some staff to Singapore to divide operations for compliance amid heightened scrutiny.

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Tech billionaire Chen Tianqiao. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s secondary luxury home deals rise as business families hunt for value

Family behind Nameson buys Tai Po flats at prices near 2014 levels, while Tat Ming-linked couple sells Repulse Bay unit for HK$170 million.

Private residential developments Mayfair by the Sea Phase 1 and 2 in Tai Po. Photo: Martin Chan
Hong Kong courts

Court overturns murder conviction of man who killed girlfriend, orders retrial

Court of Appeal rules in favour of Law Wai-man, saying trial judge had not properly directed jury to fully consider his violent personality traits.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong restaurants can apply from May 18 to become dog-friendly venues

First phase of new scheme capped at 1,000 eateries, with successful applicants expected to be able to admit pets from July.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Inspector failed to spot illegal alterations, Hong Kong fire probe hears

Senior maintenance surveyor thought wooden boards used to cover temporary openings at Wang Fuk Court designed to protect ‘broken’ windows.

Yung Siu-lun arrives at City Gallery in Central for the fire hearing. Photo: Edmond So
Artificial intelligence

Kimi developer Moonshot AI valued at US$20b as it navigates new IPO rules

Firm raised US$2 billion from investors including Meituan’s venture and China Mobile, taking total to US$3.9 billion in the last six months.

Crime in Hong Kong

Alleged Gundam figurine thief injured after jumping from building in Hong Kong

Police say the man, aged 40, was linked to the theft of 10 boxes of Gundam models from a building in To Kwa Wan.

Food and Drinks

Drink in Focus: Lee cocktail at The Green Door

The Lee drink at The Green Door – part of a new menu in collaboration with local indie band Mr Koo – pays tribute to cornbread and the Gold Rush.

The Lee cocktail is part of a new collaboration menu between The Green Door and Mr Koo in Hong Kong. Photo: Handout
Music

Hong Kong reggae festival to celebrate 10 years with a Jamaican music legend

Hong Kong International Reggae Ska Festival planner Paul Thompson shares why the city jives with Jamaican music and 2026’s ambitious line-up.

The Wailers perform at the Hong Kong International Reggae Ska Festival 2024, near the Hong Kong Observation Wheel in Central. Organiser Paul Thompson talks about how the event has “snowballed” in recent years ahead of its 10th edition, taking place at PMQ on May 30, 2026. Photo: Lusher Photography
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong recalls Zwilling electric kettle over handle defect and scalding risk

Electrical and Mechanical Services Department recalls product over potential safety risk and urges users to contact supplier for a refund.

Crime in Hong Kong

Police investigate alleged indecent assault of boy, 4, at international school

International Montessori School says currently there is no evidence to suggest risk to other students or involvement of member of school community.

Taiwan

Taiwan firm with mainland China offices fires nephew of sanctioned minister

Long Time Technology Co statement says employees required to ‘stay away from any political behaviour that undermines peace and stability’.

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Liu Shyh-fang, the interior minister of Taiwan, is on a Beijing sanctions list targeting “staunch Taiwan independence figures”. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong tourism

The Weeknd to return to Hong Kong after 8 years with Kai Tak show in October

Insiders say The Weeknd is slated to perform at the main stadium of Kai Tak Sports Park in October.

Canadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd will perform in Hong Kong for the first time in eight years. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong courts

Australian lawyer fined for fleeing restaurant, massage parlour without paying

Samuel Anthony Monkivitch, 50, pleads guilty in Hong Kong court to two counts of making off without payment and one of common assault.

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Wealth: Healthcare

The ultra-rich are seeking longevity through innovative AI wearables

The most innovative healthcare monitors are no longer in hospitals, but increasingly found on our own bodies, opening up the opportunity for biohacking.

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