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The Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area in Tuen Mun. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Northern Metropolis to streamline land approval process from 9 to 2 months: sources

New legislation intended to align with newly unveiled 15th national five-year plan and speed up megaproject development.

Hong Kong science and tech

Fix, don’t fire ‘digital employee’ OpenClaw over security risks: Paul Chan

Art

‘I am a wild card’: James Taylor-Foster on being Para Site’s new director

Hong Kong society

Couple to face child neglect charges after son swept into sea during typhoon

Five-year-old’s parents arrested in January after they took family to Hong Kong waterfront amid No 8 typhoon warning signal last September.

The man, who jumped into the water after his wife and child were swept into the sea, is stretchered off a rescue boat in September last year. Photo: Handout
The man, who jumped into the water after his wife and child were swept into the sea, is stretchered off a rescue boat in September last year. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong watchdog warns 24-hour gym users of hidden costs, data privacy risks

Consumer Council urges users to weigh short-term costs and review privacy terms before signing up, with fees and policies varying citywide.

Accidents and personal safety

Search under way for 68‑year‑old man missing since Friday in Hong Kong

Lau Kin‑pong left his Tai Po home after arguing with family member and was last seen on Shan Tong Road.

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Hong Kong society

Influencer Andrew Tate, facing rape charges in 2 countries, parties in Hong Kong

Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are facing rape and human‑trafficking charges in Romania and UK, visit Lan Kwai Fong and restaurant in Causeway Bay.

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A screengrab from a video clip Andrew Tate posted shows him singing alongside a dozen Asian women. Photo: X / Andrew Tate
A screengrab from a video clip Andrew Tate posted shows him singing alongside a dozen Asian women. Photo: X / Andrew Tate
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Over 300 Wang Fuk Court homeowners to petition Hong Kong’s John Lee for meeting

Owners demand face-to-face session to address concerns over remaining renovation funds, outstanding fees and building safety.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong seeks to replace, not punish, underperforming Medical Council members

Health chief Lo Chung-mau also rules out rigid deadlines for each stage of complaint handling by council.

Hong Kong society

Body tied to bags of bricks found off Hong Kong pier in ‘suspicious’ case

Police investigating after body of 60-year-old woman attached to bags of bricks found floating at Sai Kung pier.

A passer‑by reported seeing a body floating about five metres off the Sai Kung New Public Pier. Photo: Dickson Lee
Accidents and personal safety

Couple arrested after toddler falls to his death from Hong Kong flat

Initial investigations showed family’s living room windows were neither locked nor fitted with grilles, source says.

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Initial investigations by police showed the window from which the toddler fell was not secured with grilles. Photo: Handout
Initial investigations by police showed the window from which the toddler fell was not secured with grilles. Photo: Handout
Crime in Hong Kong

Terrorism threat in Hong Kong ‘moderate’ amid Middle East war: security chief

Secretary for Security Chris Tang says city has one of world’s lowest crime rates despite having fewer CCTV cameras compared with other places.

Hong Kong society

Playing the harp amid sirens: why a Hongkonger refuses to flee the Middle East

Church worker Gloria Mok landed in Israel days before fighting erupted, but plans to stay to complete her three-month Hebrew course.

Hong Kong society

‘AI may know me better’: why Hongkongers turn to chatbots for mental health help

Survey reveals growing trend of residents seeking help from AI to deal with emotional stress.

Joe, photographed in Causeway Bay on Friday. The 20-year-old student says ChatGPT helped him analyse his tangled emotions. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong OpenClaw users say tool is helpful ‘family member’ who must be watched

They describe convenience of automating life tasks but say AI agent springs surprises, such as bots fighting and asking about existence.

A man holds a placard featuring OpenClaw in Beijing. OpenClaw is an open-source AI agent framework that performs real-world tasks for users, much like a supercharged digital assistant. Photo: AFP
A man holds a placard featuring OpenClaw in Beijing. OpenClaw is an open-source AI agent framework that performs real-world tasks for users, much like a supercharged digital assistant. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Wang Fuk Court residents in resettlement limbo slam ‘unhelpful’ engagement staff

Hongkongers displaced by Tai Po fire say they are frustrated with outreach officers’ failure to answer questions and explain rehousing options.

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Accidents and personal safety

Elderly man dies after being hit by taxi in Kwun Tong

Hong Kong police say accident took place shortly before 10pm on Friday as 75-year-old was crossing Hip Wo Street.

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Hong Kong society

Purrs of approval for Yau Ma Tei cat mural as community art project draws crowds

Artist Li Hok-fung’s mural on Nathan Road is part of art initiative using cat-themed works to enliven neighbourhoods and connect residents.

Artist Li Hok-fung (right) takes a photo with a resident in front of his popular cat-themed mural at Kiu Kong Mansion in Yau Ma Tei. Photo: Dickson Lee
Artist Li Hok-fung (right) takes a photo with a resident in front of his popular cat-themed mural at Kiu Kong Mansion in Yau Ma Tei. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong students honour over 400 foreign domestic helpers as ‘second mothers’

Renaissance College’s annual ‘Jie Jie Day’ engages participants with cultural games, raffle draws and networking opportunities.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong government workers warned not to install OpenClaw due to security risks

Digital Policy Office points to potential risks of AI agent, including unauthorised data access, leakage and system intrusion.

Accidents and personal safety

21 hurt in 4-vehicle crash on Hong Kong’s Yuen Long Highway

Some sections of Tuen Mun-bound lanes closed following the accident involving two buses, a truck and a car.

The accident occurred near Pok Oi Hospital in Yuen Long. Photo: Facebook/ar.po1
Hong Kong society

Donald Liao, architect who shaped Hong Kong’s housing landscape, dies at 96

Liao played key role in design and development of several landmark early housing estates, including Ma Tau Wai and Wah Fu.

Donald Liao (pictured in 2019) has died at the age of 96. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Donald Liao (pictured in 2019) has died at the age of 96. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Macau

Robot ‘arrested’ after elderly woman startled and sent to hospital in Macau

Video of incident shows woman angrily confronting robot before police arrive and escort it away.

Hong Kong transport

More Hong Kong drivers head to mainland China to refuel as oil prices rise

Previously, residents were topping up their tanks once or twice a month, but they are now making weekly trips, automobile association says.

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Hong Kong society

Former Hong Kong lawmaker Regina Ip swaps policy for photo cards at ComplexCon

Veteran politician-turned-online sensation joins global stars, including Blackpink’s Jennie, at two-day pop culture festival.

Former Hong Kong lawmaker Regina Ip will hold a fan meet-and-greet at this year’s ComplexCon. Photo: Handout
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