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Hong Kong society
Editorial
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Deepfake porn case in Hong Kong highlights need for vigilance on legal front
The case of a university student using AI to generate pornographic images raises questions about the adequacy of current regulations.
27 minutes ago
Crime in Hong Kong
Online job scams in Hong Kong jump 92% amid rise in ‘click farming’ tactics
42 minutes ago
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China travel
Editorial
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Aviation officials should balance safety efforts with passenger needs
57 minutes ago
Hong Kong society
Opinion
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Same-sex recognition attests to Hong Kong’s rule of law and vitality
Move to grant same-sex couples rights upholds court ruling and reflects a city cognisant of the right to disagree respectfully.
2 hours ago
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Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong care home resident arrested on suspicion of murder after man dies
Dispute between two residents, both in their fifties, at Yuen Long care home turned physical, with one allegedly hitting and kicking the other.
15 Jul 2025 - 1:10AM
Hong Kong courts
Hong Kong 47: court begins hearing appeals as prosecutors seek to quash acquittal
Legal counsel for 11 urge court to refrain from adjudicating on ‘political matters’ as prosecutors challenge acquittal of one of the accused.
15 Jul 2025 - 1:01AM
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Banking & finance
Stablecoin scams put China’s financial regulators in a high-stakes balancing act
After millions were defrauded by a stablecoin-linked investment ploy, local-level governments started sending out warnings.
14 Jul 2025 - 10:56PM
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Crime in Hong Kong
Lawmakers warn SIM card limits won’t stem tide of phone scams in Hong Kong
Lawmaker Peter Shiu calls for tightening proposed measures by limiting number of service providers people can register SIM cards with.
14 Jul 2025 - 10:26PM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Explainer
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Singer JJ Lin’s ‘heart problem’ shocks fans but how common is such an illness?
The 44-year-old Singaporean singer-songwriter tells concertgoers that he fears for the future and senses career countdown.
14 Jul 2025 - 10:11PM
Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong police search for suspect who pushed boy, 9, into sea off Hung Hom
Victim managed to swim to shore safely but sustained bruises on his arms and legs.
14 Jul 2025 - 7:40PM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong’s first fully licensed fleet of premium taxis hits the streets
Transport minister hails SynCab’s launch as part of drive to raise industry standards, with authorities aiming to have 3,500 high-end taxis.
14 Jul 2025 - 8:01PM
Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong couple arrested over trying to open HSBC account with fake bonds
Alleged incident was reported to force by bank staff at 12.35pm on Monday, prompting officers to arrest couple for using false instrument.
14 Jul 2025 - 7:17PM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong to launch guide for professionals required to report child abuse cases
Guide will include decision tree that can be used in court as defence for professionals charged with not reporting such cases.
14 Jul 2025 - 8:53PM
Digital currencies
Shanghai meeting signals softer stance on stablecoins after Hong Kong law
City to instruct government-controlled digital service provider and financial institution to study the feasibility of launching stablecoins.
14 Jul 2025 - 6:30PM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong student AI porn case sparks law review pledge as HKU vows action
Warning letter to offender not enough, some victims have said, as they call for ‘more permanent and substantial’ consequences.
15 Jul 2025 - 12:38AM
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From our archives
In pictures: Hong Kong’s long lost landmark buildings
They once shaped Hong Kong’s skyline and community – now, only memories remain of these architectural gems.
14 Jul 2025 - 3:15PM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Hong Kong urged to expand carer support scheme to cover other vulnerable groups
Social worker and district councillor call for monitoring of those in subdivided flats amid launch of government’s new carer database.
14 Jul 2025 - 1:58PM
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SCMP Highlights
Debate over moon crater, cyber nationalists target maths star: 5 weekend reads
From China’s luxury hotels selling street food to a lunar science debate, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.
14 Jul 2025 - 12:30PM
Hong Kong economy
Letters
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How Hong Kong’s new drug regulator can give the city a competitive edge
Readers discuss the potential of the Centre for Medical Products Regulation, and the struggles of fast-food chains.
14 Jul 2025 - 11:30AM
Crime in Hong Kong
Call for Hong Kong to set up registry to track cases of parents killing children
Registry, which may include victims’ personal information and marital status of parents, can help authorities devise measures to prevent future cases, experts say.
14 Jul 2025 - 12:33PM
Hong Kong stock market
Hong Kong stocks rise as China trade data offsets Trump tariff threats
China’s exports rose 5.8 per cent in June, beating a 3.6 per cent increase forecast by financial data provider Wind.
14 Jul 2025 - 4:23PM
Wealth management
Hong Kong’s ultra rich get the cheapest champagne, priciest lawyers
Hong Kong falls to third place amid dropping property prices, cheap champagne, research says.
14 Jul 2025 - 5:57PM
Hong Kong politics
Opinion
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Same-sex couples’ rights in Hong Kong aren’t grounds for hysteria
As Hong Kong advances legislation to grant same-sex couples rights, Legco should embrace rational discussion, not indulge in political theatrics.
14 Jul 2025 - 11:15AM
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Hong Kong economy
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‘More Asean, Middle East flights needed for Hong Kong under belt and road plan’
Belt and Road Office chief Nicholas Ho says greater connectivity will help city explore new ‘core development markets’.
14 Jul 2025 - 10:20AM
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Accidents and personal safety
Fire in Hong Kong public flat kills 78-year-old man, injures 3
Police say flames were first spotted at around 5am, adding about 60 residents were evacuated from building.
14 Jul 2025 - 5:40PM
Insurance
Retiring AIA chairman Edmund Tse reflects on 64 years with the insurer
Tse presided over the company’s blockbuster IPO and return to mainland China in a career that began in 1961 with a monthly salary of US$76.90.
14 Jul 2025 - 8:54AM
Art
Why this Hong Kong artist turns TCM items into fascinating works of art
Currently showing at Blindspot Gallery, So Wing-po transforms traditional Chinese medicine items into installations, sculptures and videos.
14 Jul 2025 - 7:15AM
Crime in Hong Kong
Phone scams in Hong Kong up 22% in first 5 months of year but losses down
Police say losses have fallen more than 60 per cent due to fewer cases involving mainland Chinese students, who tend to be cheated out of larger amounts.
14 Jul 2025 - 7:00AM
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