Hong Kong /
Society
Related Topics:
Poverty
Education
Old Hong Kong
History of Hong Kong districts
Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong girl, 13, arrested over fight with teen at ‘Lan Kwai Fong of Gen Z’
Suspect allegedly kicked and slapped girl, 15, repeatedly at Kwun Tong Promenade for ‘spreading false rumours’ on multiple occasions, police say.
4 hours ago
Hong Kong tourism
Bars, hotels cash in as Hong Kong welcomes 25% more visitors for New Year’s Eve
5 hours ago
Hong Kong weather
Hong Kong issues first cold weather warning as temperature to fall to 12 degrees
1 Jan 2026 - 7:23PM
Mainland China
Why Air France-KLM remains bullish on China-Europe travel market despite hurdles
Chinese travellers drive leisure and business bookings as airline eyes long-term growth despite Russian airspace restrictions.
1 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
“I’m optimistic about the future prospects,” says Steven van Wijk of Air France-KLM.
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong welcomes 6 babies into world in first hour of New Year’s Day
‘I cried. It was the most genuine emotion I have ever felt,’ says mother of city’s first baby boy of 2026.
1 Jan 2026 - 2:37PM
Hong Kong society
The politicians, athletes, everyday people who made headlines in Hong Kong in 2025
From Regina IP and Vivian Kong to Jimmy Lai and Ryan Choi, the Post looks at the headline makers of 2025.
1 Jan 2026 - 10:00AM
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong students, bankers have a ball for charity with Operation Santa Claus
Dah Sing Charity Score Challenge brings together more than 100 bank staff, families, and friends to play a series of basketball games with children aged 10 to 14.
31 Dec 2025 - 7:51PM
The Dah Sing Charity Score Challenge set out to raise funds for Operation Santa Claus. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong rings in 2026 as tens of thousands pack Central, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tens of thousands of Hongkongers and tourists welcome new year, as cheers ring across streets of Central and Tsim Sha Tsui.
1 Jan 2026 - 10:58AM
videocam
Accidents and personal safety
Tourist killed after fall from 70-metre cliff while taking photos in Hong Kong
Post learns victim was tourist from Guangzhou who was hiking on Po Pin Chau with three friends.
31 Dec 2025 - 7:30PM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong to step up inspections as new smoking bans take effect on Thursday
Some residents aware of new rules banning smoking while queuing or near certain facilities, while less informed tourists say they will comply.
31 Dec 2025 - 8:45PM
7
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong set to unveil bottled water probe results, take disciplinary action
Financial Services and Treasury Bureau says review of government’s procurement system and related disciplinary investigation is concluded.
30 Dec 2025 - 9:44PM
Xin Ding Xin Trade allegedly submitted fraudulent documents to win the tender and supply substandard products. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society
Who died in 2025? The prominent figures Hong Kong said goodbye to
Henderson Land founder Lee Shau-kee, singer-songwriter Khalil Fong, renowned food critic Chua Lam and toy tycoon Lam Leung-tim – the Post rounds up famous figures who died.
30 Dec 2025 - 5:37PM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong charity to get funding to expand services for people with disabilities
The Home of Loving Faithfulness provides lifelong care for people with severe disabilities and is among Operation Santa Claus’ beneficiaries.
30 Dec 2025 - 5:10PM
Hong Kong society
Swire’s Christmas fair encourages giving for Hong Kong fire-affected residents
Event in mid-December raised funds for Operation Santa Claus and pledged to match amount in relief for residents affected by Tai Po fire.
30 Dec 2025 - 2:57PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
‘Let us return’: some Tai Po fire survivors petition for on-site rebuilding
Resettlement on Wang Fuk Court site is ‘only way we can regain dignity and hope in our lives’, says letter signed by over 100 residents.
29 Dec 2025 - 10:20PM
Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Accidents and personal safety
Woman, 27, killed after being hit by KMB bus at road crossing in Hong Kong
Pedestrian knocked down and trapped underneath bus while crossing road in To Kwa Wan.
30 Dec 2025 - 2:34AM
8
Hong Kong society
District councillors call for more amenities in Hong Kong Jockey Club school bid
Residents concerned about possible noise and light pollution at new riding school, but offering leisure facilities will draw support, they say.
29 Dec 2025 - 5:06PM
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Hong Kong society
Hongkongers head to East Coast Boardwalk as ‘final piece of puzzle’ opens
Boardwalk’s eastern section, from North Point Promenade to Quarry Bay’s Hoi Yu Street, injects vitality into harbourfront, official says.
30 Dec 2025 - 6:54PM
videocam
The eastern section of the East Coast Boardwalk has opened to the public. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society
Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong table tennis lovers serve it up for charity
More than 250 adults and students took part in the second year of Charity Table Tennis Tournament at Luen Wo Hui Sports Centre.
29 Dec 2025 - 11:31AM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong authorities distribute 30% of HK$4.1 billion Tai Po fire relief fund
Nearly HK$1.2 billion of fund has been handed out to those affected by deadly blaze, along with more than 45,000 donated items.
29 Dec 2025 - 8:30AM
Hong Kong property
Hong Kong primary home sales to see decade high as small flats perk up market
Attractive discounts, easing mortgage costs and policy support drive the market’s shift towards flats that cost below US$1.3 million.
29 Dec 2025 - 7:00AM
5
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Indonesian helper battles trauma, faces job insecurity after Hong Kong fire
NGOs say they are bracing for more terminations among helpers as families begin to count the cost of their losses.
29 Dec 2025 - 4:04PM
As many as 235 domestic helpers lived in Wang Fuk Court before the blaze. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong Island promenade to be completed after 16 years as final section opens
Last 1.1km section in North Point, featuring glass observatory deck, completes 13km-long walkway linking Kennedy Town and Shau Kei Wan.
28 Dec 2025 - 9:40PM
4
Hong Kong society
Let’s get physical: Hong Kong hospital staff rally for Operation Santa Claus
Team collaboration shines at HKSH Medical Group as doctors, nurses and students embrace fitness and fun to raise funds for charitable causes.
28 Dec 2025 - 9:32PM
Hong Kong society
650 Hongkongers on Taiwan group tours confirmed safe after ‘terrifying’ quake
Earthquake occurred at 11.05pm in Taiwan, with epicentre located about 70km southeast of Taipei and at focal depth of 60km, Observatory says.
28 Dec 2025 - 9:26PM
Help preserve 120 years of quality journalism.
SUPPORT NOW
