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The Rugby For Good charity has been using sport as a tool to bring together young people from diverse ethnicities and communities. Photo: Rugby For Good
Hong Kong society

More than a game: rugby helps Hong Kong charity tackle cultural divides in schools

Rugby For Good, an Operation Santa Claus beneficiary, uses sport to help students of all backgrounds find common ground on and off the field.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Rebuilding fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court ‘not practical’, Hong Kong officials say

Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong housing estate flat owners drop contractor linked to Tai Po blaze

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Housing anxiety impeding Hong Kong fire trauma recovery: mental health experts

Many Wang Fuk Court residents displaced by the deadly inferno are now living in hotels, youth hostels or transitional housing.

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The Wang Fuk Court blaze claimed 161 lives. Photo: Jonathan Wong
The Wang Fuk Court blaze claimed 161 lives. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong students lauded for using AI to help elderly fulfil travel dreams

City leader’s wife says she hopes innovations can be leveraged ‘so that people of all ages and backgrounds can participate in voluntary work’.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s Frederick Ma urges deeper support for special needs education

Hong Kong Special Schools Council organises golf tournament to raise awareness of group and funds for institutions.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Survey launched on long-term rehousing plans for Hong Kong fire victims

Nine options for new homes listed, including redeveloping fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court by 2035 at the earliest.

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The Tai Po fire broke out on November 26, engulfing seven of the estate’s eight blocks. Photo: Jonathan Wong
The Tai Po fire broke out on November 26, engulfing seven of the estate’s eight blocks. Photo: Jonathan Wong
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

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

Hong Kong police

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

Force says Ye Zhihui last seen at Tai Au Mun in Tseung Kwan O on Monday.

A picture of the missing mainland Chinese man, Ye Zhihui, 47. Photo: Handout
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.

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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.

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
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.

Force is urging residents to come forward with information about Mukit Alam Pratama and Mukit Shznjz Putra Pratama reported missing in Sham Shui Po. Photo: Handout
Force is urging residents to come forward with information about Mukit Alam Pratama and Mukit Shznjz Putra Pratama reported missing in Sham Shui Po. Photo: Handout
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.

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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.

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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.

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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’.

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
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