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Helper who survived Hong Kong fire recovers in Philippines for Christmas
Rhodora Alcaraz earlier lauded by Philippine president as hero for her role in helping save three-month-old baby during last month’s fire.
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Hong Kong economy
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Craving art, music and theatre this Christmas? Here’s what to see in Hong Kong
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Hong Kong society
Hong Kong shopping centre brings festive cheer with ‘Ticket to Christmas’
24 Dec 2025 - 9:54AM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong firms hoping new southbound travel scheme will drive more business
Social media users are selling driving courses to Guangdong car owners while local companies are offering perks to attract business.
24 Dec 2025 - 8:30AM
Scheme applicants must obtain Hong Kong driving licences and complete local licensing formalities. Photo: Eugene Lee
Accidents and personal safety
Avalanche at ski resort in northern Xinjiang kills Hongkonger
Hong Kong government’s office in Beijing provides advice and assistance in accordance with wishes of victim’s family.
23 Dec 2025 - 10:49PM
Hong Kong tourism
Soft rock duo Air Supply to headline Hong Kong’s New Year countdown celebrations
Australian duo join Cantopop stars Jay Fung and Cloud Wan as the city shifts to music and light show after cancellation of fireworks.
23 Dec 2025 - 8:55PM
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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Committee probing Hong Kong fire visits Wang Fuk Court to inspect conditions
Panel chairman Justice David Lok visits scene of blaze with committee members to understand ‘actual environment’ at estate.
24 Dec 2025 - 12:55AM
Members of the independent committee inspect Wang Fuk Court in the company of firefighters. Photo: Jelly Tse
Crime in Hong Kong
3 held over use of fake surveying equipment certificates in Hong Kong projects
URA tells Post that Novox provided surveying equipment to four projects, with two confirming use of instruments with forged certificates.
24 Dec 2025 - 12:20AM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong Red Cross unveils HK$420 million relief fund for Tai Po fire victims
Charity to provide cash, medical and mental health aid under a three- to five-year recovery plan for families hit by the deadly blaze.
23 Dec 2025 - 8:36PM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong’s Cardinal Chow says celebrating Christmas will bring hope after fire
Christmas can provide ‘way out to a radically new and promising life’, he says in wide-ranging message that also touches on economy, AI challenges.
23 Dec 2025 - 8:05PM
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Where can Hongkongers, tourists find Christmas spirit in subdued holiday season?
The Post rounds up celebrations as many large-scale events have been postponed or scaled down after last month’s deadly fire.
23 Dec 2025 - 12:46PM
Christmas Town at Statue Square is running from November 14 to January 4. Photo: Eugene Lee
Art
Hong Kong’s Sigg Prize shared for first time in the award’s history
Animator Wong Ping and ceramicist Heidi Lau share the Sigg Prize 2025, a contemporary art prize awarded by Hong Kong’s M+ museum.
23 Dec 2025 - 12:12PM
Hong Kong society
Hongkongers urged to quickly sign up for eMPF platform as defence against scams
Cybersecurity experts call on residents to move quickly after HK$1.8 million stolen from three MPF accounts.
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Accidents and personal safety
Carbon monoxide leak leaves 6 workers unconscious at MTR station in Hong Kong
Police say staff member from Mong Kok East MTR station reported discovery of six workers collapsed on floor.
22 Dec 2025 - 8:51PM
Education in Hong Kong
Citing ‘instability’, University of Hong Kong denies mourning venue after fire
Student publication Undergrad says HKU did not provide detailed reason for refusal but cited concerns of ‘social instability’ and ‘force majeure’.
22 Dec 2025 - 8:25PM
The University of Hong Kong campus in Pok Fu Lam. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong police
Hong Kong man who went missing overnight on hike with mother found in Yuen Long
Staff member at Tai Lam Tunnel finds 28-year-old intellectually disabled man on Monday morning with no visible injuries.
22 Dec 2025 - 2:55PM
Hong Kong society
Operation Santa Claus appeal for Hong Kong’s fire-hit residents embraced
Tragedy prompts swift response, with one beneficiary, Mind HK, organising crisis support team of psychologists, social workers and well-being practitioners.
22 Dec 2025 - 11:14PM
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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong lawyers give free aid to Tai Po residents at loss over next legal steps
As residents of Wang Fuk Court rebuild their lives, hundreds of lawyers have stepped in to help them understand their legal options.
22 Dec 2025 - 8:30AM
The blackened buildings of Wang Fuk Court. An independent review committee has been tasked with investigating the blaze. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society
Festive decorations dazzle reckless selfie-takers at Hong Kong’s Peninsula hotel
Tourists leap over safety barriers and dodge traffic to snap photos of famed hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui.
21 Dec 2025 - 11:35PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong welfare group scraps ban on Tai Po survivors keeping donated appliances
SideBySide U-turns on policy hours after some residents in temporary housing argue donated items are theirs to keep even after they move out.
21 Dec 2025 - 9:28PM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong water pipe leak leaves thousands of homes dry during winter solstice
Repairs continue after a burst pipe on San Wan Road in Sheung Shui leaves thousands without water and gatherings disrupted.
21 Dec 2025 - 11:43PM
Hong Kong society
Filipino helper killed in Hong Kong fire hailed as heroine on repatriation
Filipino official says Maryan Pascual Esteban’s body arrives in country while Hong Kong authorities vow long-term support for affected residents.
21 Dec 2025 - 7:51PM
Secretary for Migrant Workers Hans Leo Cacdac (second from right) and others bow their heads next to the coffin of Maryan Pascual Esteban. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety
Hong Kong man rescued after paraglider spirals out of control, hits trees
Paraglider, 49, winched to safety by government helicopter after hiker spots him crashing near Pyramid Hill in Ma On Shan.
21 Dec 2025 - 5:06PM
Hong Kong society
Chocolate, cheer and charity: Hong Kong children whip up treats at festive workshop
From cupcake decorating to chocolate treats, Nina Hospitality and Operation Santa Claus team up to bring seasonal joy to youth in need.
21 Dec 2025 - 7:48PM
Hong Kong society
Fate of 600 goats in the balance as deadline nears to move for Hong Kong project
Cheung Siu-ling says she has until end of January next year to make way for Northern Metropolis, or her herd will be put down.
22 Dec 2025 - 11:22AM
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