The incident involving Andy Hui and Jacqueline Wong will hopefully raise awareness of the rights and liabilities arising from the use of onboard cameras

There is a need for reflection and for renewed efforts to find a proposal capable of securing sufficient support among MPs

Revised agreement with Chinese contractor, which lowers cost of project and offers other benefits, sends positive message to government and business leaders in wake of ‘debt trap’ claims by critics

Under a long overdue proposal, an existing mechanism that enables public to be kept away from promotions via recorded messages will also cover calls made by real people

Being constitutionally obliged to pass such legislation, Hong Kong has faced growing calls from Beijing to act and, in doing so, the local government must take into account our special rights and freedoms

Flames that engulfed the historic Paris landmark have not only prompted a collective sadness, but also a global urge to repair the damage and let the cathedral flourish again

Despite a host of problems, the troubled railway company still gave bonuses to executives, and the fare-paying public has every right to expect those at the top to be held more accountable for poor performances

Julian Assange faces extradition from Britain to the United States on the charge of conspiracy to access a computer, and his lawyers fear President Donald Trump will politicise the case

The naming and shaming of local governments that ignore the laws is a start, but more needs to be done to satisfy critics in the West

With Donald Trump nominating Herman Cain and Stephen Moore to join the board of governors, the world’s most important central bank could lose its neutrality

While the Earthrise photograph allowed humanity to stare back at itself and its planetary home, the new black hole image lets us look at the mystery of cosmic creation and destruction

While governments and even Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg have called for online regulation in the wake of the Christchurch shootings, the challenge lies in finding a way of curbing abuses while not restricting the benefits

As the world’s biggest democracy goes to the polls, Narendra Modi is hoping to be re-elected as prime minister without focusing on the nation’s economic problems while shunning Beijing’s belt and road development strategy

As American lawmakers and island officials mark the 40th anniversary of key legislation on relations between the two, Washington would be wise to tread carefully on changing its cross-strait approach

Despite earlier reservations, pragmatism reigned at an EU summit that focused on business and trade, and an investment deal is key to relations

Strong-arm sales tactics on expensive service plans have led to four fitness centres being named and shamed, but the vulnerable need greater safeguards

Landmark decision by top Hong Kong court over prosecution of smartphone-related crimes shows need to update legislation and be more proactive

Decision by High Court judge on controversial small-house policy and villagers’ right to build should terminate long-standing unfair practices at time of growing flats crisis

India gave no warning when, for the first time, it shot down one of its own satellites, creating hundreds of pieces of debris that pose a risk to the assets of other nations

There has been widespread confusion as to what exactly the nationwide model will entail; authorities have to ensure transparency and fairness

The European Union is taking the lead by holding social media platforms legally responsible for content uploaded by users; it is time for other countries to follow suit

In a nation ageing faster than any developed economy, the government has been slow to adopt legislation shunning racism and discrimination and protecting the rights of foreign workers

The tragedy of a firefighter’s death during a rescue in a country park highlights how the adventurous should be mindful of decisions that have the potential to put others at unnecessary risk

No military alliance has lasted as long and with a focus on consultation and cooperation, it can chart a bright new future

The 2022 Foundation report contains 50 recommendations, including economic reform, cooperation, development and job creation

As Beijing looks to create 11 million new jobs this year it cannot rely on internet firms that are laying off staff, so it must turn to innovative companies focused on science and technology

Despite being the first city to study road pricing 30 years ago Hong Kong is yet to agree on such a move, but a proposed trial has raised hopes on the congested streets