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Chan Sai-chiu has made efforts to make his home more comfortable, but he is set to be evicted to make way for renovations. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong housing

Are new Hong Kong subdivided flat standards triggering a wave of evictions?

Basic Housing Units Ordinance takes effect on Sunday, with landlords required to make renovations to ensure properties meet new standards.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hi-tech aids proposed to help elderly climb stairs to fire-ravaged Tai Po flats

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Hong Kong society

Applications miss target as 670 Hongkongers settle in UK with BN(O) visa

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Operation Santa Claus

Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong children find joy and inclusion in mochi-making

Chinachem Group volunteers join children with special educational needs for a mochi-making workshop celebrating Chinese New Year.

Participants decorate panda-themed mochi during the Chinachem Group and TREATS workshop for Operation Santa Claus. Photo: Wong Kin Fung
Participants decorate panda-themed mochi during the Chinachem Group and TREATS workshop for Operation Santa Claus. Photo: Wong Kin Fung
Hong Kong housing

Some Hong Kong landlords spend millions fixing subdivided flats ahead of new law

As some rush to revamp subdivided flats before the new law takes effect, others hesitate, wary of exact requirements, hidden costs and uncertain returns.

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Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong to offer 9 residential sites to developers in 2026-27 land sale plan

Sites include three from previous programme and are expected to yield about 6,650 flats, development chief Bernadette Linn says.

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Hong Kong society

South China Morning Post publisher Tammy Tam appointed to Law Reform Commission

Tam succeeds May Chan, news director at Commercial Radio, who completed two three-year terms.

South China Morning Post publisher Tammy Tam will serve a three-year term on the Law Reform Commission. Photo: SCMP
South China Morning Post publisher Tammy Tam will serve a three-year term on the Law Reform Commission. Photo: SCMP
Hong Kong society

On This Day | Legendary Hong Kong actor Ng Man-tat dies at 70 in 2021 – SCMP archive

On this day 5 years ago, the iconic comedy star died of liver cancer aged 70.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Residents of fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court can retrieve belongings from late April

Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk says two-month preparatory period will prioritise safety with access granted in stages.

Hong Kong budget 2026-27

‘Worst is yet to come’: Hong Kong’s early childhood sector hit hard by funding cuts

Sector facing decade-low subsidies and cancelled grants, with job losses and closures mounting as educators warn of bleak future.

Hong Kong’s early education sector is bracing for tougher times after subsidy cuts and the loss of key government grants. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Hong Kong to set up first national innovation centre outside mainland China

Finance chief Paul Chan says city will also establish a high-level steering committee to spearhead AI development.

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Hong Kong held an AI and Robotics Fest last November. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong held an AI and Robotics Fest last November. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Investments, tax breaks: what’s in it for you in Hong Kong’s budget 2026-27

From industry funding to relief measures for ordinary Hongkongers, here are eight key takeaways from finance chief Paul Chan’s latest budget.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong fire department to review strategies following Tai Po inferno

New steering committee within Fire Services Department will evaluate operational strategies.

Hong Kong society

Spirit of Hong Kong Awards: John Lee hails ‘role models’ as firefighters feted

Sa’diyya Nesar wins the Lion Rock People’s Choice Award for her work in promoting disability inclusion.

(Front row, from left) Fire services chief Andy Yeung, the SCMP’s Tammy Tam, Alibaba’s Joe Tsai, perseverance award finalist Cassie Li, Chief Executive John Lee, Ocean Park’s Paulo Pong and Sino Group’s Nikki Ng with other finalists and guests at the ceremony. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong tourism

Crowds at campsites ‘not out of control’: Hong Kong conservation authorities

Visitor flows at Sai Kung’s country parks over Lunar New Year ‘within expectations’, with no serious environmental damage amid 32 enforcement cases.

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Greenpeace recorded 585 tents in two Sai Kung campsites – Ham Tin Wan and Sai Wan – last Wednesday, which significantly exceeded the recommended capacity of 50 tents per site. Photo: Greenpeace
Greenpeace recorded 585 tents in two Sai Kung campsites – Ham Tin Wan and Sai Wan – last Wednesday, which significantly exceeded the recommended capacity of 50 tents per site. Photo: Greenpeace
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong fire victims to keep receiving HK$150,000 annual aid until rehoused

If the exchange flat is not ready for 2½ years, the annual subsidy will continue until they move in, an official says.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Some Tai Po fire survivors doubtful over government’s ‘unfair’ rehousing plan

Some residents of Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court dissatisfied with HK$6.8 billion flat buy-back proposal, continue asking for in-situ redevelopment.

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Hong Kong society

5 dogs found poisoned to death in Hong Kong’s New Territories in single week

String of cases recorded in Lok Ma Chau, with carcass of ‘Glue’ found floating in mangroves on Sunday.

The Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation told the South China Morning Post the body of “Glue” was found at around 3pm on Sunday. Photo: Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation
The Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation told the South China Morning Post the body of “Glue” was found at around 3pm on Sunday. Photo: Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong eyes booking system, fees after campers overrun hotspots

Agricultural, Fisheries and Conservation Department reveals plan amid calls for stronger public education, law enforcement and visitor limits at popular sites.

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Hong Kong society

Silent suffering: how a domestic helper’s Hong Kong dream became a nightmare

Nepalese helper came to city in search of better life, only to find exploitation, exhaustion and abuse behind closed doors.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong fans were right to bet on lottery picks from K-pop star G Dragon

During fan meeting earlier this month in Seoul, star was asked to name lucky lottery numbers, and his suggestions paid off in Mark Six draw.

Hong Kong fans who placed their bets following G Dragon’s tip shared they won the sixth prize, worth HK$320 for every HK$10 bet placed. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong official warns of lower payout if Tai Po fire victims reject buy-back plan

Deputy finance chief Michael Wong urges Wang Fuk Court flat owners to ‘make a wise decision’ or face lower compensation under possible legislation.

The government is expected to spend about HK$6.8 billion to buy back damaged flats at Wang Fuk Court, offering HK$8,000 or HK$10,500 per square foot. Photo: Dickson Lee
The government is expected to spend about HK$6.8 billion to buy back damaged flats at Wang Fuk Court, offering HK$8,000 or HK$10,500 per square foot. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong housing

Wang Fuk Court buyback plan disappoints some residents despite ‘generous’ offer

Government announces offer to purchase flats destroyed in blaze at HK$8,000 or HK$10,500 per square foot, but some residents prefer redevelopment.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Ocean Park’s last 2 arctic foxes die, den temporarily closed

‘Siu Go’ and ‘Trinity’ died of old age at 11, according to theme park.

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Hong Kong society

HK$200 million Mark Six draw to be split across 5 winning bets

‘I hope there is good fortune in the new year,’ one resident says ahead of Saturday night’s draw.

People line up for Mark Six tickets at the Stanley Street Jockey Club branch in Central. Photo: Dickson Lee
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