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Potential buyers at the sales office of Uni Residence at AIA Kowloon Tower in Kwun Tong. Photo: Edmond So

Business

Tepid sales at Uni Residence as competition heats up in new home market

The project in Tai Wai sold just 60 per cent of flats on offer on the first day of sale, as rival developers compete for buyers’ interest.

New toll system, cheaper fees in place as Hong Kong’s Tai Lam Tunnel handed over

Hong Kong display strikes gold at Chelsea Flower Show with rare orchids

Law and Crime

Hong Kong court bails ‘Mrs Ho’, with ‘Mr Ho’ in hospital under police supervision

Internet sensations both facing wounding charges over dispute that resulted in wife suffering knife injury to her head.

“Mr and Mrs Ho” shot to fame after a whirlwind romance that resulted in their marriage within a month of meeting each other. Photo: YouTube/channelattack
“Mr and Mrs Ho” shot to fame after a whirlwind romance that resulted in their marriage within a month of meeting each other. Photo: YouTube/channelattack

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong ramps up effort to attract mainland concertgoers for longer stays

Tourism minister Rosanna Law says that if mainland Chinese tourists opt for longer stays, they will avoid post-event border congestion.

Health & Environment

Hong Kong nurse honoured with top medal for 15 years of life-saving work

Walter Leung’s volunteer work with the Red Cross in disaster situations has earned him the Florence Nightingale Medal, the highest international distinction for nurses.

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Education

Hong Kong ‘silver economy’ moves to boost spending by ‘5% annually over 3 years’

Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk’s remarks follow series of measures being rolled out to better address needs of greying population.

The government will conduct a study to analyse the spending habits and demands of various age groups among the elderly. Photo: Edmond So
The government will conduct a study to analyse the spending habits and demands of various age groups among the elderly. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong Economy

High spirits as Hong Kong’s Dragon Boat Festival kicks off amid strong winds

‘We will do our best and enjoy the event,’ paddlers say, with authorities expecting 14 per cent increase in mainland visitors.

Society

‘It won’t stop me’: Hong Kong teen battles condition to live ‘ordinary days’

Hayden Yung finds ways to persevere with muscular dystrophy, but experts say targeted help is needed both for children and their carers.

Politics

Hong Kong hits a high with global legal body, but now comes the hard part

Experts say more countries will sign up once word spreads about China-led mediation body that will act as ‘signpost’ to draw legal talent to city.

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The International Organisation for Mediation’s headquarters in Wan Chai. The China-led body launched on Friday with 33 signatories. Photo: Eugene Lee

Banking & Finance

Hong Kong regains favour with investors, companies: Deutsche Bank

Yuan internationalisation, global expansion plans of Chinese firms drive a resurgence in the city’s importance, a senior executive says.

An aerial view of Hong Kong on May 19, 2025. Photo: AFP
An aerial view of Hong Kong on May 19, 2025. Photo: AFP

Society

Why ‘insecure’ young Hongkongers are looking for answers from tarot cards

Practitioners Ceci Yeung and Gladys Phan say clients’ questions reflect changing times in city, with some seeking more than simple answers.

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Transport

On This Day | Hong Kong’s MTR Corp opens the Island line in 1985 — from the SCMP archive

On this day 40 years ago, Hong Kong MTR’s Island line opened to the public, transporting more than 136,000 people within the first five hours.

Health & Environment

Hong Kong student with TB forced into medical isolation after declining treatment

Teachers and classmates of secondary school student to be screened for contagious disease after he left hospital against medical advice.

The patient has been taken to Princess Margaret Hospital for isolation and treatment. Photo: May Tse

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong hoping ‘Summer Viva’ campaign will make tourists extend stays

Tourism Board chairman Peter Lam says Hong Kong can’t rely on past glories by only promoting itself as a food and shopping paradise.

The campaign also includes boat tours to the Sai Kung volcanic rock region for non-local visitors. Photo: Dickson Lee
The campaign also includes boat tours to the Sai Kung volcanic rock region for non-local visitors. Photo: Dickson Lee

Politics

Beijing appoints a new top representative to Hong Kong

Zheng Yanxiong has been removed as director of liaison office and Zhou Ji, executive deputy director of the top Beijing office for the city’s affairs, has replaced him.

Politics

Hong Kong-based legal body can fill ‘glaring’ global gap, justice minister says

Paul Lam says work of newly established body on mediation can ‘complement’ that of dispute resolution organisations based in The Hague.

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Health & Environment

Positive Covid-19 samples hit 1-year high in Hong Kong as 30 die in 4 weeks

Proportion of respiratory samples testing positive increased 7.5 per cent in four weeks, but health expert claims overall impact of virus is milder.

A woman walks past an infection control notice at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Yau Ma Tei. Authorities earlier revealed the city recorded 75 severe adult cases of Covid-19 and 26 deaths in the past four weeks, exceeding the previous four-week period. Photo: Edmond So
A woman walks past an infection control notice at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Yau Ma Tei. Authorities earlier revealed the city recorded 75 severe adult cases of Covid-19 and 26 deaths in the past four weeks, exceeding the previous four-week period. Photo: Edmond So

Society

Hong Kong public holiday 2026: how to get a 9-day Lunar New Year break

Government gazettes dates for public holidays next year, with residents able to enjoy longer breaks with some clear use of their annual leave.

Transport

Taxis and ride-hailing services can coexist in Hong Kong, transport chief says

Transport secretary says coming regulation of online ride-hailing platforms will be driven by the needs of the public.

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Society

Grand Kornhill Cinema becomes latest movie theatre to close in Hong Kong

Venue located in Kornhill Plaza South in Quarry Bay and operating as part of MCL chain will shut on May 28.

Launched in 1987, Grand Kornhill Cinema underwent a significant renovation in 2017, becoming the city’s first to offer a “MX4D” experience. Photo: Handout
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OPINION
Dennis Lee

Opinion | Forget tourist fads. Let’s better preserve, promote Hong Kong heritage

Dennis Lee
David Dodwell

Outside In | Mark Twain was wrong. Travel is not as fatal to prejudice as hoped

David Dodwell
Futao Huang

Opinion | Hong Kong’s university freedom key to China’s global education power goal playing

Futao Huang
Daryl Ng

Opinion | Hong Kong cements its status as an international mediation centre

Daryl Ng
Bernard Chan

Opinion | Trump’s Harvard blow hits the very freedoms vital to US success

Bernard Chan
Devin Lin

Opinion | To tap talent, Hong Kong must go beyond welcoming Harvard students

Devin Lin
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MULTIMEDIA
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Confused about life? Tarot readers offer spiritual guidance

Tarot readers offer spiritual guidance to young Hongkongers
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China, 30+ countries create international mediation body in Hong Kong

China and 30+ countries establish international mediation organisation in Hong Kong
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Hong Kong activist Jimmy Sham released from prison

Hong Kong activist Jimmy Sham released from jail after 4-year sentence
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Infographics

Paws aboard! An infographic guide to pet-friendly public transport in Hong Kong

Pets on Hong Kong public transport: a visual guide on how the city is relaxing rules
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