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The Observatory says heavy rains are expected in Hong Kong on Wednesday. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong weather

Unstable weather expected, with heavy showers on Wednesday as temperatures drop

Observatory warns Hongkongers to brace for a sharp change in weather as cold front and upper-air disturbances set to bring heavy rains.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Initial support for HK$1 billion buyback of block unscathed in Tai Po blaze

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Fire risks not spotted due to old inspection guidelines, Tai Po blaze inquiry told

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Families of helpers who died in Tai Po fire struggle to break news to kids

Workers’ rights NGO says some families have also been targeted by scammers or descended into disputes over victims’ compensation payouts.

The brother of Desy Widyana keeps a picture of his late sister in his mobile phone case. Photo: Tang Hoi-yan
The brother of Desy Widyana keeps a picture of his late sister in his mobile phone case. Photo: Tang Hoi-yan
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong marks 85th anniversary of Bruce Lee’s arrival with statue and exhibition

Life-size bronze statue unveiled at former site of Lee family home on Nathan Road, alongside exhibition of rare photos and posters.

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Hong Kong economy

Beer, BBQ festivals possible under beach scheme to tap private sector operators

Senior administrator says operators expected to upgrade facilities while drawing visitors, charging reasonable fees and ensuring responsible use.

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Hong Kong tourism

China-Japan tensions a boon to Hong Kong tourism for ‘golden week’: expert

Lawmaker and Miramar Group chief says hotel rates have jumped by as much as 8 per cent as tourists originally bound for East Asia choose city.

Mainland Chinese tourists pose for pictures outside the Hong Kong Cultural Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui on Saturday. Photo: Elson Li
Mainland Chinese tourists pose for pictures outside the Hong Kong Cultural Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui on Saturday. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Claims of no foam material regulations ‘unacceptable’, Tai Po fire probe hears

Buildings Department can act against contractors over ‘inappropriate’ use of materials but Wang Fuk Court not under its purview, witness says.

Hong Kong society

Can parents, children playing video games together level up their relationship?

Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong calls for new approach to supervise children’s gaming activity, after surveying families’ attitudes to video games.

Accidents and personal safety

Woman rescued after falling into sea while taking photos at a Hong Kong lighthouse

Mainland Chinese woman, 46, pulled from the sea by a passing couple after falling while taking photos at Fat Tong Mun in Sai Kung.

The woman was taking photos with friends at Fat Tong Mun Lighthouse in Sai Kung when she lost her footing and fell into the sea. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong plans new trial of infecting male mosquitoes to halt offspring growth

‘Mosquito-to-control-mosquito’ strategy will be deployed next year, as government considers stepping up control measures.

The government could lower the threshold for stepping up control measures, as the city’s mosquito population rose more rapidly this month. Photo: Karma Lo
The government could lower the threshold for stepping up control measures, as the city’s mosquito population rose more rapidly this month. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong society

Photo of labourer smoking on scaffolding triggers anger after Tai Po blaze

Social media post shows construction worker smoking on bamboo scaffolding at residential building, prompting calls for company to act.

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Hong Kong society

Reverend Derek Li, father of injured Hong Kong Mirror dancer Mo Li, dies

Christian Ministry Institute announces death of elder Li, who spent recent years advocating for son after accident at 2022 concert.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Wang Fuk Court resident cherishes chance to capture final photo of sea from flat

Tearful reunions as residents return to fire-ravaged flats to salvage belongings before leaving for last time.

Ian Chu, who took the chance to take a final photo of the Tolo Harbour view from his flat. Photo: Theodora Yu
Hong Kong society

SCMP scoops 74 awards, led by Hong Kong fencing infographic in design competition

Strong showing at 47th edition of Society for News Design’s Creative Competition, recognising excellence across digital, print and multimedia work.

An infographic on Hong Kong’s fencing boom was a stand-out winner in results announced by the Society for News Design. Photo: SCMP
An infographic on Hong Kong’s fencing boom was a stand-out winner in results announced by the Society for News Design. Photo: SCMP
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong to step up crackdown on tourist scams during Labour Day ‘golden week’

Tourism minister says authorities will boost enforcement to protect visitors’ rights, calls on public to ‘cherish our travel reputation’.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Wang Fuk Court residents make long climb to retrieve family treasures

Jewellery, cash, photo albums and keepsakes linked to dead loved ones among items reclaimed by residents.

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Departments must communicate better, fire chief tells Tai Po blaze hearing

But Director of Fire Services Andy Yeung insists authorities have clear divisions of work for supervision of renovation projects.

Director of Fire Services Andy Yeung leaves the hearing at City Gallery. Photo: Sun Yeung
Director of Fire Services Andy Yeung leaves the hearing at City Gallery. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

A ‘final piano song’ offers closure as residents say goodbye to Wang Fuk Court

Residents make emotional return to fire-ravaged flats, salvaging belongings and taking one last look.

Cathay Pacific

Man dies on Cathay Pacific flight from UK to Hong Kong

Police receive report about passenger, a cancer patient, shortly before flight from Manchester lands in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Contractors must justify shutdowns under tighter scrutiny: fire chief

Andy Yeung tells committee that Fire Services Department will amend laws, tighten oversight of fire services installation contractors.

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The fire at Wang Fuk Court killed 168 people and displaced about 5,000 residents. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

‘One country, two systems’ can serve as global model: Hong Kong’s Regina Ip

Political heavyweight makes remark ahead of her think tank’s third edition of annual Global Prosperity Summit.

Regina Ip speaks at last year’s Global Prosperity Summit. Photo: May Tse
Regina Ip speaks at last year’s Global Prosperity Summit. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong fire services declined Tai Po alert over confusion fears, inquiry hears

System, which triggers high-pitched alarm on mobile phones, would have offered little help as it takes up to one hour to activate, officer says.

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Hong Kong society

Personal info of 9,045 people compromised in Hong Kong private club data breach

Yau Yat Chuen Garden City Club’s management system rendered inoperable due to ransomware attack that encrypted information system files.

Hong Kong society

Film on Manila hostage crisis sparks debate over ‘secondary trauma’ in Hong Kong

‘Beyond Hostage Crisis’, set to open in Hong Kong next month, draws mixed reactions, with some raising trauma concerns and others defending it.

Screenshot from the trailer for “Beyond Hostage Crisis”. Photo: Times Multimedia Innovation
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