Hong Kong /

Society

Related Topics:
Poverty
Education
Old Hong Kong
History of Hong Kong districts
The fire broke out at Lam Wai House of Lam Tin Estate. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety

Faulty appliance sparks fire at Hong Kong housing estate, prompting 300 to flee

Fire at Lam Wai House in Lam Tin Estate triggered by a short circuit in an electrical appliance.

Hong Kong society

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

Hong Kong police

Hong Kong police searching for mainland Chinese man, 47, missing for 3 days

From our archives

On This Day | Netflix launches in Hong Kong in 2016 – from the SCMP archive

Ten years ago, Netflix officially entered Hong Kong with a ‘limited’ catalogue amid talk of being a threat to local pay TV service providers.

Netflix entered the Hong Kong market on this day 10 years ago. Photo: AFP
Netflix entered the Hong Kong market on this day 10 years ago. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong firms set to return to projects as new scaffolding nets expected soon

Deadly Tai Po blaze triggered the citywide removal of protective mesh at around 420 buildings undergoing renovations.

videocam
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong police safely dispose of WWII British grenade found in park

Police say the grenade found in Aberdeen Country Park by workers was safely handled with no evacuation needed.

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Tai Po housing site ‘viable option’ for fire victims: Hong Kong councillors

Lo Hiu-fung says government should consider plot, about 1.5km from fire-hit Wang Fuk Court, if it wants to help victims resettle as soon as possible.

The fire that broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po in late November last year killed at least 161 people. Photo: Dickson Lee
The fire that broke out at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po in late November last year killed at least 161 people. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Man found with son after going missing in Hong Kong arrested for child neglect

Baby was given preliminary check and no superficial injuries were found, but he will be admitted to hospital for further examination, insider says.

Accidents and personal safety

Second street cleaner accident in a week as Hongkonger, 74, struck by car

Group representing industrial accident victims calls for review of cleaners’ equipment, as another was fatally struck by truck on New Year’s Eve.

Hong Kong weather

Frost expected on Thursday as Hong Kong temperatures dip amid winter monsoon

Observatory issues frost waning at 4.30pm on Wednesday, says city will experience cold mornings through Friday.

Frost may form in parts of Hong Kong’s New Territories on Thursday morning, the weather forecaster has said. Photo: Karma Lo
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Hong Kong group saves 351 animals in 6 months as trapping, smuggling cases surge

Paws Guardian Rescue Shelter reports that animal cruelty cases are ‘alarmingly common’ as it calls for stronger action to be taken.

Animal rescuers warn that illegal trapping and pet smuggling are becoming alarmingly common in Hong Kong, with an average of two animals saved daily. Photo: Edmond So
Animal rescuers warn that illegal trapping and pet smuggling are becoming alarmingly common in Hong Kong, with an average of two animals saved daily. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong think tank backs call to make bid‑rigging a crime after fatal fire

Bid-rigging is currently classified as ‘serious anticompetitive conduct’ under Competition Ordinance and punishable only by fines.

6
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong I&T minister cancels US trip 4 hours after schedule unveiled

Tech chief Sun Dong’s trip scrapped, with analyst calling move ‘sensible’ after US invasion of Venezuela further fuels geopolitical tensions.

12
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong councillors urge swift rebuilding and rehousing options after Tai Po fire

Tai Po district councillors push for expedited plans to rebuild Wang Fuk Court and ensure flexible rehousing options for displaced residents.

The first meeting of Tai Po District Council was held since the fire deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in November last year. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

The charity helping Hong Kong children climb, jump and explore nature

‘We found that when we took kids outdoors for activities, the results were very good,’ Gaia Education chief officer says.

Founders and beneficiaries of Gaia Education Limited and Education for Good say their outdoor “school” helps children learn about nature and grow in a holistic way. Photo: Cindy Sui
Founders and beneficiaries of Gaia Education Limited and Education for Good say their outdoor “school” helps children learn about nature and grow in a holistic way. Photo: Cindy Sui
Hong Kong society

Maduro’s capture sparks hope, concern among Venezuelans in Hong Kong

‘Everyone wants their country to be the greatest; I just want a regular country,’ resident says amid fears over South American nation’s future.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Fire-displaced Hongkongers staying in hostels appeal for more time to find homes

Some Hongkongers forced to stay in youth hotels after deadly Tai Po fire in November feel as if they are ‘being tossed around like a ball’.

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Wang Fuk Court owners’ group mounts defence against ‘smear campaign’ in Hong Kong

Corporation members issue 183-page report ahead of legal process to dissolve group.

The blaze at Wang Fuk Court claimed at least 161 lives and left nearly 5,000 people displaced. Photo: Dickson Lee
The blaze at Wang Fuk Court claimed at least 161 lives and left nearly 5,000 people displaced. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Glass observatory deck on Hong Kong Island promenade draws tens of thousands

About 7,000 people visited the glass walkway on weekend after its opening, with numbers peaking at 16,000 on New Year’s Day.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

1,200 dogs allowed to travel on Hong Kong’s major rail lines for fundraiser event

Special arrangement between SPCA and MTR Corp is for Dogathon 2026, which will take place at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort on March 1.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Warning over proxy harvesting in Hong Kong amid renovation corruption crackdown

‘You must not sign a proxy form for someone you do not know,’ professional says after Tai Po fire triggers clampdown.

Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Accidents and personal safety

Basketball post collapses at Hong Kong playground, injuring 20-year-old man

Police receive report of incident at Kau Pui Lung Road Playground, near Lok Man Sun Chuen public housing estate, on Sunday night.

Online photos show the green basketball post tilted forward at a sharp angle, with the backboard and rim just above the ground. Photo: Facebook/Danny Law
Online photos show the green basketball post tilted forward at a sharp angle, with the backboard and rim just above the ground. Photo: Facebook/Danny Law
Hong Kong entertainment

Veteran Hong Kong filmmaker Eric Tsang confirms departure as TVB general manager

The 72-year-old will be appointed convenor of a newly established advisory council starting on January 21, broadcaster says.

4
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong ranked fourth for ‘post-Covid air transit connectivity in Asia-Pacific’

Researchers in Taiwan assess competitive positions of 16 major hub airports in region before and after pandemic.

Crime in Hong Kong

Singer among 3 held as HK$7.7 million drugs seized from Hong Kong village house

Sources identify singer as Kris Law, who rose to fame in 2018 on ViuTV’s reality show “Good Night Show – King Maker”.

The drugs had a market value of HK$7.7 million. Photo: Handout
Help preserve 120 years of quality journalism.
SUPPORT NOW