Hundreds still waiting for flights
Hundreds of Cathay Pacific long-haul passengers were still stranded in Hong Kong yesterday in the wake of Severe Tropical Storm Nuri, with the airline trying to find seats on flights leaving for Europe and North America - most of which were 80 per cent full. The airline expected to clear the backlog today, a spokeswoman said, adding that services had returned to normal.
Missing hiker's body found
The body of a Japanese hiker, missing since August 16, was found by searchers from the Civil Aid Service. Hana Imin, 49, who had been hiking with colleagues in Sai Kung country park, walked off alone at Nam She Au. Police were alerted when he failed to show up at their destination. His body was found on the coast near Nam She Wan.
Boat worker seriously injured
A 57-year-old man was hit by an iron cable while working on a boat moored at a shelter in Kwun Tong at about 9am. He fell and injured his head and legs. Firemen transported the injured man ashore. He was in serious condition in hospital.