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Crime in Hong Kong

Can Hong Kong find quick fixes for corruption in building maintenance sector?

Bid-rigging practices are back in spotlight following deadly Tai Po blaze but how widespread is the problem and how do syndicates work?

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Hong Kong society

Elderly Hong Kong woman arrested after tragedy in hotel room

Hong Kong society

Elon Musk’s mother reveals hopes, fears for future at Hong Kong fertility forum

Hong Kong society

Wild boar carcass found near Li Ka-shing’s home in Hong Kong sparks brief scare

Video circulating online shows police and fire vehicles outside residence after security guard notifies authorities of strong odor.

The carcass was found near the premises of tycoon Li Ka-shing’s Deep Water Bay mansion. Photo: Handout
The carcass was found near the premises of tycoon Li Ka-shing’s Deep Water Bay mansion. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety

Construction worker falls, pierces buttock on rebar at Hong Kong government site

Labour authorities investigating after police receive report on Thursday morning of accident at Tung Chung site under Housing Department.

Hong Kong society

As cold spell grips Hong Kong, homeless shun shelters that ‘feel like prison’

Some street sleepers brave the elements at popular park in Sham Shui Po, others take refuge in underpass near cultural centre in Tsim Sha Tsui.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong authorities could vet construction firm directors to tighten oversight

Development chief says government could extend checks beyond project’s authorised person to help plug loopholes after Tai Po fire.

The deadly fire at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court last November exposed lapses in Hong Kong’s system of awarding building and maintenance contracts, among other areas. Photo: Sam Tsang
The deadly fire at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court last November exposed lapses in Hong Kong’s system of awarding building and maintenance contracts, among other areas. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong courts

International Bar Association ‘will speak out’ if US sanctions Hong Kong judges

Chairman Claudio Visco says IBA has consistently spoken out against violations of international law and Hong Kong will not be excluded from monitoring efforts.

Hong Kong housing

Elderly Hongkongers facing eviction over subdivided flat revamp fear losing jobs

Residents of Sham Shui Po’s Yee Wa Building previously told they needed to leave sometime between March and December.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong parents of special needs children fear abuse claims under new law

As the new mandatory reporting law takes effect, parents already under ‘tremendous pressure’ plead for greater understanding and support.

The newly implemented Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance requires professionals in social welfare, education and healthcare to report suspected serious abuse. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong earmarks Kai Tak site among 3 plots for private student hostel projects

Sha Tin and Tung Chung sites also among those the government will open for interest to develop into private student hostels to ease housing pressure.

A prime site in the newly developed Kai Tak area, is one of three ares that have been earmarked for the development of tertiary student hostels. Photo: Google map
A prime site in the newly developed Kai Tak area, is one of three ares that have been earmarked for the development of tertiary student hostels. Photo: Google map
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hongkongers allowed to observe first open meeting of committee probing Tai Po fire

At ‘direction conference’ on February 5, committee chairman Justice David Lok will provide guidance on arrangements for coming hearings.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong strives to be ‘fortress’ that safeguards digital security: I&T chief

City will respond to national initiatives, Sun Dong says, noting that today’s cyber warfare is a ‘full-spectrum contest’ that integrates AI.

Hong Kong society

Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong charity to train ethnic minority teens as coaches

Treats’ ‘EM-SPARK’ project will train 30 teens from ethnic minority groups to coach 3,504 mainstream primary school students and community members.

Treats executive director Mabel Lo (left), and Kaur Samreen (right). Photo: Cindy Sui
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong professionals brace for tough calls under new child abuse law

Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance takes effect on Tuesday, covering over 100,000 people across 25 professions.

Some professionals in Hong Kong are still struggling with the concept of child abuse, according to an NGO. Photo: Getty Images
Some professionals in Hong Kong are still struggling with the concept of child abuse, according to an NGO. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong housing

‘Helpless’: Hong Kong subdivided flat tenants seek aid as eviction looms

Housing Bureau says it is in contact with 109 households in Cheung Sha Wan’s Yee Wa Building, with many tenants needing transitional homes.

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Hong Kong Housing Authority members urge clarity on Tai Po rental site swap

Committee members seek explanation as housing secretary says site is ‘good choice’ for resettling residents of fire-hit Wang Fuk Court.

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Hong Kong authorities start 2-month inspection operation on building fire safety

Fire Services Department begins checks on residential and mixed-use buildings planned at least 39 years ago to ensure safety equipment in place.

The fire alarm system at Tung Lee Mansion in Sai Wan, which was installed by the same contractor in charge of maintenance at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Dickson Lee
The fire alarm system at Tung Lee Mansion in Sai Wan, which was installed by the same contractor in charge of maintenance at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

2-day Hong Kong Marathon could boost mega-event economy: lawmakers

Organisers also urged to design routes through less congested areas, such as Kai Tak and Northern Metropolis, to reduce traffic disruptions.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong to roll out tender platform upgraded after Tai Po fire in second half

Under new system, Urban Renewal Authority will conduct strict scrutiny of directors of contractors and consultants.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong blogger’s Iran trip sparks debate about solo travel safety

Online community split over whether women travelling alone to ‘dangerous’ nations is reckless or eye-opening.

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Protesters gather in solidarity with Iran’s government. Photo: Reuters
Accidents and personal safety

Paralysed Hong Kong dancer Mo Li set to undergo ‘intense’ cutting-edge treatment

Dancer paralysed in accident during Mirror concert in 2022 will embark on a three-year advanced tech rehabilitation programme, father says.

Mo Li was left paralysed from the neck down by the accident in July 2022. Photo: Handout
Mo Li was left paralysed from the neck down by the accident in July 2022. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong driver avoids injury after drone crashes onto Tesla roof

Police are searching for the owner of a drone that fell out of the sky and damaged a Tesla stopped at traffic lights in Jordan.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong hiker, 63, dies after collapsing on Robin’s Nest trail

Hiker was with four others at Robin’s Nest Country Park in Sha Tau Kok, near the border.

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Hong Kong cyclist, 55, killed after being hit by van in Sheung Shui, driver arrested

Dashcam footage circulating online shows cyclist riding across zebra crossing against red light.

The collision occurred at the junction of Ma Sik Road and Tin Ping Road. Photo: Facebook/Public Transport Think Tank of Hong Kong
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