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Clips of girls fighting at Kwun Tong Promenade are circulating online. Photo: Handout

Society

Hong Kong girl, 13, arrested over fight with teen at ‘Lan Kwai Fong of Gen Z’

Suspect allegedly kicked and slapped girl, 15, repeatedly at Kwun Tong Promenade for ‘spreading false rumours’ on multiple occasions, police say.

Bars, hotels cash in as Hong Kong welcomes 25% more visitors for New Year’s Eve

Hong Kong’s John Lee suffering from sciatica, Chief Executive’s Office says

Society

Hong Kong issues first cold weather warning as temperature to fall to 12 degrees

Cold front moving across coastal areas of Guangdong will bring cooler weather to city in coming days, forecaster says.

Minimum temperatures in urban areas are forecast to be around 12 degrees on Friday and a couple of degrees lower in the New Territories. Photo: Sam Tsang
Minimum temperatures in urban areas are forecast to be around 12 degrees on Friday and a couple of degrees lower in the New Territories. Photo: Sam Tsang

Health & Environment

85% of injured Hong Kong fire victims discharged, others in stable condition

Health Bureau says 67 of 79 victims injured in Tai Po fire have recovered or been discharged, while 12 are in a stable condition.

Politics

‘Be public representatives,’ John Lee tells Hong Kong lawmakers at oath-taking

John Lee, first city leader to speak at Legco oath-taking ceremony, urges lawmakers to proactively advise government and provide effective solutions.

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Health & Environment

Hong Kong’s new smoking rules just kicked in. Is everyone sticking to them?

New rules include ban on anyone smoking at designated boarding points for public transport when waiting in queue of two or more people.

The policy changes include upping fines to HK$3,000. Photo: Jelly Tse
The policy changes include upping fines to HK$3,000. Photo: Jelly Tse

Politics

‘Hong Kong has lived up to expectations,’ Beijing says in new year message

City leader John Lee vows to deepen reform and seize opportunities in online post, following President Xi Jinping’s wishes for the city.

Health & Environment

Higher fees at Hong Kong hospitals spark confusion, calls to expand clinics

Some patients caught off guard by changes and complain about higher charges, even as authorities report smooth roll-out.

Law and Crime

Professor arrested in Hong Kong over drug possession as wife found dead in flat

Police received call from Filipino woman’s husband at 4.13pm on Wednesday after she passed out in their Tuen Mun flat.

Police received a call that a woman had passed out in her home at Avignon in So Kwun Wat, Tuen Mun. Photo: Google Maps

China Business

Why Air France-KLM remains bullish on China-Europe travel market despite hurdles

Chinese travellers drive leisure and business bookings as airline eyes long-term growth despite Russian airspace restrictions.

“I’m optimistic about the future prospects,” says Steven van Wijk of Air France-KLM.
“I’m optimistic about the future prospects,” says Steven van Wijk of Air France-KLM.

Society

Hong Kong welcomes 6 babies into world in first hour of New Year’s Day

‘I cried. It was the most genuine emotion I have ever felt,’ says mother of city’s first baby boy of 2026.

Society

The politicians, athletes, everyday people who made headlines in Hong Kong in 2025

From Regina IP and Vivian Kong to Jimmy Lai and Ryan Choi, the Post looks at the headline makers of 2025.

Health & Environment

Groups welcome updated Hong Kong biodiversity plan but call for more details

Government unveils Hong Kong Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan, which sets out strategies for the next 10 years.

Sharp Island is a popular destination with tourists in Hong Kong. Photo: Handout

Health & Environment

9 patients spared higher fees as new hospital charges take effect in Hong Kong

Hospital Authority chief executive Libby Lee says implementation of the new A&E charges has been smooth.

An employee at Kwong Wah Hospital holds up a sign publicising the fee revamp. Photo: Sun Yeung
An employee at Kwong Wah Hospital holds up a sign publicising the fee revamp. Photo: Sun Yeung

Politics

Hong Kong leader vows to boost livelihoods, fast-track housing projects in 2026

Chief Executive John Lee also pledges to strengthen I&T development and align with nation’s 15th five-year plan.

Transport

Miles to go: Hong Kong’s premium taxi roll-out crawls to a third of 3,500 target

Just 1,300 premium taxis are in service as industry players blame unattractive earnings, lack of charging facilities and ride-hailing competition for slow roll-out.

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Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong’s famed Peak Tram to increase standard fares by up to 40%

Return tickets for adults will cost HK$116 from next Monday, while fares for children and the elderly will jump to HK$75.

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The Peak Tram is a popular tourist attraction. Photo: Sam Tsang
The Peak Tram is a popular tourist attraction. Photo: Sam Tsang

Society

Fate of 600 goats in the balance as deadline nears to move for Hong Kong project

Cheung Siu-ling says she has until end of January next year to make way for Northern Metropolis, or her herd will be put down.

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Education

University of Hong Kong professor loses key role over retracted paper

Population expert Paul Yip was corresponding author of paper found to contain AI-generated references to publications that didn’t exist.

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Law and Crime

Hong Kong online investment scams surge 20% as losses hit HK$3.08 billion

80 per cent of all fraudulent messages disseminated through Meta-owned platforms including Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram.

Hong Kong residents lost HK$6.43 billion to various scams over the first 10 months of 2025. Photo: Jelly Tse
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OPINION
Eva Sit

Legal Tales | The silk road: duties and responsibilities of Hong Kong’s senior counsel

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Mike Rowse

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Jane Lee,Victor Kwok

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Jose-Antonio Maurellet
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World ushers in New Year with dazzling fireworks display

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Hong Kong welcomes 2026 without fireworks

Hongkongers attend countdown event in Central
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Mainland Chinese drivers hit bumps navigating Hong Kong roads

Mainland Chinese drivers are allowed to drive in the city under a new southbound drivers scheme that took effect on December 23, 2025.
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Hong Kong Island promenade fully connected after 16 years

Hong Kong Island promenade fully connected after 16 years
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