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Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong children find joy and inclusion in mochi-making
Chinachem Group volunteers join children with special educational needs for a mochi-making workshop celebrating Chinese New Year.
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Hong Kong housing
Some Hong Kong landlords spend millions fixing subdivided flats ahead of new law
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Hong Kong housing
Hong Kong to offer 9 residential sites to developers in 2026-27 land sale plan
27 Feb 2026 - 11:23PM
Hong Kong society
South China Morning Post publisher Tammy Tam appointed to Law Reform Commission
Tam succeeds May Chan, news director at Commercial Radio, who completed two three-year terms.
27 Feb 2026 - 7:10PM
South China Morning Post publisher Tammy Tam will serve a three-year term on the Law Reform Commission. Photo: SCMP
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Legendary Hong Kong actor Ng Man-tat dies at 70 in 2021 – SCMP archive
On this day 5 years ago, the iconic comedy star died of liver cancer aged 70.
27 Feb 2026 - 11:15AM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Residents of fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court can retrieve belongings from late April
Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk says two-month preparatory period will prioritise safety with access granted in stages.
26 Feb 2026 - 10:35PM
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Hong Kong budget 2026-27
‘Worst is yet to come’: Hong Kong’s early childhood sector hit hard by funding cuts
Sector facing decade-low subsidies and cancelled grants, with job losses and closures mounting as educators warn of bleak future.
26 Feb 2026 - 4:50PM
Hong Kong’s early education sector is bracing for tougher times after subsidy cuts and the loss of key government grants. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong budget 2026-27
Hong Kong to set up first national innovation centre outside mainland China
Finance chief Paul Chan says city will also establish a high-level steering committee to spearhead AI development.
25 Feb 2026 - 10:51PM
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Investments, tax breaks: what’s in it for you in Hong Kong’s budget 2026-27
From industry funding to relief measures for ordinary Hongkongers, here are eight key takeaways from finance chief Paul Chan’s latest budget.
25 Feb 2026 - 5:01PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong fire department to review strategies following Tai Po inferno
New steering committee within Fire Services Department will evaluate operational strategies.
24 Feb 2026 - 11:55PM
Hong Kong society
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: John Lee hails ‘role models’ as firefighters feted
Sa’diyya Nesar wins the Lion Rock People’s Choice Award for her work in promoting disability inclusion.
25 Feb 2026 - 1:12AM
(Front row, from left) Fire services chief Andy Yeung, the SCMP’s Tammy Tam, Alibaba’s Joe Tsai, perseverance award finalist Cassie Li, Chief Executive John Lee, Ocean Park’s Paulo Pong and Sino Group’s Nikki Ng with other finalists and guests at the ceremony. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong tourism
Crowds at campsites ‘not out of control’: Hong Kong conservation authorities
Visitor flows at Sai Kung’s country parks over Lunar New Year ‘within expectations’, with no serious environmental damage amid 32 enforcement cases.
24 Feb 2026 - 3:24PM
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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong fire victims to keep receiving HK$150,000 annual aid until rehoused
If the exchange flat is not ready for 2½ years, the annual subsidy will continue until they move in, an official says.
23 Feb 2026 - 9:42PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Some Tai Po fire survivors doubtful over government’s ‘unfair’ rehousing plan
Some residents of Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court dissatisfied with HK$6.8 billion flat buy-back proposal, continue asking for in-situ redevelopment.
23 Feb 2026 - 7:40PM
Hong Kong society
5 dogs found poisoned to death in Hong Kong’s New Territories in single week
String of cases recorded in Lok Ma Chau, with carcass of ‘Glue’ found floating in mangroves on Sunday.
22 Feb 2026 - 11:49PM
The Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation told the South China Morning Post the body of “Glue” was found at around 3pm on Sunday. Photo: Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation
Hong Kong tourism
Hong Kong eyes booking system, fees after campers overrun hotspots
Agricultural, Fisheries and Conservation Department reveals plan amid calls for stronger public education, law enforcement and visitor limits at popular sites.
22 Feb 2026 - 11:26PM
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Hong Kong society
Silent suffering: how a domestic helper’s Hong Kong dream became a nightmare
Nepalese helper came to city in search of better life, only to find exploitation, exhaustion and abuse behind closed doors.
22 Feb 2026 - 10:18PM
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Hong Kong society
Hong Kong fans were right to bet on lottery picks from K-pop star G Dragon
During fan meeting earlier this month in Seoul, star was asked to name lucky lottery numbers, and his suggestions paid off in Mark Six draw.
22 Feb 2026 - 6:35PM
Hong Kong fans who placed their bets following G Dragon’s tip shared they won the sixth prize, worth HK$320 for every HK$10 bet placed. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong official warns of lower payout if Tai Po fire victims reject buy-back plan
Deputy finance chief Michael Wong urges Wang Fuk Court flat owners to ‘make a wise decision’ or face lower compensation under possible legislation.
22 Feb 2026 - 7:31PM
Hong Kong housing
Wang Fuk Court buyback plan disappoints some residents despite ‘generous’ offer
Government announces offer to purchase flats destroyed in blaze at HK$8,000 or HK$10,500 per square foot, but some residents prefer redevelopment.
21 Feb 2026 - 11:43PM
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Hong Kong society
Hong Kong Ocean Park’s last 2 arctic foxes die, den temporarily closed
‘Siu Go’ and ‘Trinity’ died of old age at 11, according to theme park.
21 Feb 2026 - 6:22PM
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Hong Kong society
HK$200 million Mark Six draw to be split across 5 winning bets
‘I hope there is good fortune in the new year,’ one resident says ahead of Saturday night’s draw.
21 Feb 2026 - 10:34PM
People line up for Mark Six tickets at the Stanley Street Jockey Club branch in Central. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society
‘Belongs to everyone’: wheelchair dancers move beyond boundaries in Hong Kong
‘Beauty isn’t about how we execute difficult moves ... but about those moments when we immerse ourselves together,’ choreographer says.
21 Feb 2026 - 10:15PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong to spend HK$6.8 billion buying back fire-ravaged Tai Po flats
Deputy financial secretary says government offering HK$8,000 or HK$10,500 per square foot and will draw HK$4 billion from public funds.
21 Feb 2026 - 11:16PM
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Animal welfare in Hong Kong
Police probe suspected poisoning of 4 dogs
Group says incidents among at least 19 cases documented by group and linked to poisonings in local area since last year.
20 Feb 2026 - 11:30PM
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