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Chief Justice Andrew Cheung at the ceremony. Photo: Sam Tsang

Law and Crime

Hong Kong justice minister slams sanctions threat, accusations against judges

Secretary for Justice Paul Lam reviews judges’ performance in national security cases over the past year and stresses they treated defendants fairly.

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40 Hong Kong semi-private schools eye more non-locals in education hub push

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Hong Kong to develop low-altitude sector blueprint as firms eye overseas expansion

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Society

Hong Kong Housing Authority members urge clarity on Tai Po rental site swap

Committee members seek explanation as housing secretary says site is ‘good choice’ for resettling residents of fire-hit Wang Fuk Court.

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The plot of public housing land on Chung Nga Road West could serve as a potential site to rehouse residents from Wang Fuk Court. Photo: Karma Lo

Society

Hong Kong authorities start 2-month inspection operation on building fire safety

Fire Services Department begins ad hoc checks on residential and mixed-use buildings older than 39 years to ensure safety equipment in place.

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Law and Crime

Hong Kong deports 113 failed asylum seekers in week-long operation

Authorities say 68 men and 45 women, some of whom completed jail sentences for offences in city, were sent back to their home countries.

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Law and Crime

Rule of law in Hong Kong ‘more robust’ than any single case: chief justice

Calls for early release of any defendant on political grounds strike against the rule of law, Chief Justice Andrew Cheung says of Jimmy Lai case.

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Hong Kong’s Chief Justice Andrew Cheung inspects the police ceremonial guard outside City Hall on Monday, ahead of his speech to mark the opening of the 2026 legal year. Photo: Sam Tsang

Law and Crime

Hong Kong’s Taipan bakery told to wind up, Ocean Empire boss declared bankrupt

Separate court rulings highlight struggles of city’s retail and catering sectors amid shifting consumer patterns.

19 Jan 2026 - 4:45PM

Hong Kong Economy

58% more applicants per job in Hong Kong in 2025 amid AI takeover of roles

Jobsdb Hong Kong says competition even keener for frontline roles, but some jobs hit by AI, with technology automating many repetitive processes.

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Business

Fancl distributor couple buys Lippo Centre office, shop in US$38.3 million deal

Purchase by the Japanese skincare brand’s distributor marks a 60 per cent cut from 2017 price as cash-rich local investors hunt for bargains.

19 Jan 2026 - 3:20PM

The sun is reflected on the Lippo Centre in Admiralty. Photo: Dickson Lee

Society

2-day Hong Kong Marathon could boost mega-event economy: lawmakers

Organisers also urged to design routes through less congested areas, such as Kai Tak and Northern Metropolis, to reduce traffic disruptions.

19 Jan 2026 - 4:46PM

Runners of Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2026 pass through Mong Kok along Nathan Road. Photo: Karma Lo

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong eyes slice of booming ‘NewSpace’ economy as professional services hub

Chief Executive’s Policy Unit reveals that it recently hosted a high-level round table on the space economy.

19 Jan 2026 - 10:00AMvideocam

Banking & Finance

HKMA unveils 20-point road map to modernise Hong Kong’s trade finance ecosystem

Project CargoX aims to digitalise Hong Kong’s trade finance, expand SME lending and strengthen connectivity with mainland China and Asean.

19 Jan 2026 - 8:30AM

Law and Crime

Hong Kong police to expand drone patrols to Peak, Cheung Chau, Lamma Island

Police will also expand manual drone patrols in urban areas to Central, Sau Mau Ping, Yuen Long and Tsuen Wan districts.

19 Jan 2026 - 7:31AM

Police will expand drone patrols to The Peak, Cheung Chau and Lamma Island. Photo: Handout

Companies

Exclusive | Chow Tai Fook’s Henry Cheng reveals Hong Kong empire’s investment philosophy

In a rare media interaction, the chairman of New World Development’s parent company talks about his family’s unusual investment playbook.

19 Jan 2026 - 9:39AM

Chow Tai Fook Enterprises chairman Henry Cheng Kar-shun: his family invests not merely for returns but also to provide social impact to the investee and the community. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Society

Hong Kong to roll out tender platform upgraded after Tai Po fire in second half

Under new system, Urban Renewal Authority will conduct strict scrutiny of directors of contractors and consultants.

19 Jan 2026 - 12:32AM

Society

Hong Kong blogger’s Iran trip sparks debate about solo travel safety

Online community split over whether women travelling alone to ‘dangerous’ nations is reckless or eye-opening.

18 Jan 2026 - 11:34PM

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Health & Environment

Hong Kong hospital A&E department visits fall 12% after new fees take effect

Number of people benefiting from fee waivers under new pricing regime that started on January 1 triples.

10 Jan 2026 - 2:56AM

The fee revamp took effect on January 1. Photo: Sun Yeung

Transport

Hong Kong issues fresh reminder to buckle up ahead of January 25 seat belt rules

Passengers must wear seat belts if available on public and private buses, while drivers are responsible for child passengers’ safety.

8 Jan 2026 - 11:27PM

Health & Environment

Hong Kong’s late summer flu season is over. But official says jabs still vital

Controller of Centre for Health Protection says seasonal influenza activity has dropped below baseline level over the past week.

9 Jan 2026 - 2:00AM

Society

Independent committee probing Hong Kong fire to start hearings in first quarter

Former chairman of Bar Association Victor Dawes appointed committee’s lead counsel, according to document seen by the Post.

8 Jan 2026 - 5:45PM

The fire broke out on November 26, raging for about 43 hours and engulfing seven of Wang Fuk Court’s eight blocks. Photo: Elson Li

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Hong Kong marathon sets record high for number of non-local runners

A runner showing her medal after completing her 10km race in the 2026 Hong Kong Marathon

Hong Kong police shoot man wielding knife in Tuen Mun

Hong Kong police shoot man wielding meat cleaver in Tuen Mun

Hong Kong moves test-free licence ticketing online to stop long queues

Hong Kong’s biggest fan-hosted anime event returns

Rainbow Gala, first held in 2007, has been held at Hong Kong’s AsiaWorld-Expo for a second time after the redevelopment of the Kowloon Bay International Trade & Exhibition Centre in 2024.

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