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Lai Ka-ying (centre) with fellow astronauts Zhu Yangzhu (left) and Zhang Zhiyuan train ahead of their mission. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong’s first astronaut has done city proud but now what else is needed?

Steps needed to turn short-term excitement surrounding Lai’s Shenzhou-23 mission into long-term talent pipeline, academic says.

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Wang Fuk Court family’s marathon efforts to retrieve belongings one last time

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Hong Kong’s Jardine Matheson buys Australian diagnostic group I-MED for US$2.4b

Hong Kong Economy

Game over? Shake-up proposed for Hong Kong internet cafes offering overnight stays

Authorities looking at two pathways to bring internet cafes under regulatory oversight, as some call for rethink to capitalise on esports boom.

In Hong Kong, internet cafe operators need a hotel or guest house licence to allow customers to stay overnight. Photo: Getty Images
In Hong Kong, internet cafe operators need a hotel or guest house licence to allow customers to stay overnight. Photo: Getty Images

Society

Leaving family hardest part of Lai Ka-ying’s space mission, sister says

Elder sister Lai Ka-man says she is most looking forward to family union when astronaut returns so they can enjoy egg waffles together.

Education

Hong Kong school to probe principal’s Singapore swears before deciding on action

School manager says principal’s conduct on Singapore trip will be reviewed and it is too early to decide if he should face disciplinary action.

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Society

KMB driver arrested after 22 hurt in bus crash with highway maintenance vehicle

KMB route 960 bus hits vehicle on Hong Kong’s Tsing Kwai Highway, leaving driver trapped in his cabin.

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An injured passenger is transported to an ambulance on a trolley. Photo: Handout
An injured passenger is transported to an ambulance on a trolley. Photo: Handout

Society

Hong Kong banks replace burnt cash from residents of fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court

Monetary Authority introduced measures last December allowing three note-issuing banks to provide one-stop exchange service for damaged money.

Hong Kong Economy

Exclusive | Hong Kong airport set for volume shift after flights rejigged amid fuel crisis

Some airlines say they will operate all scheduled flights beyond June after initial consolidation efforts to offset higher jet fuel prices.

Society

Cheers, pride as Hong Kong’s first astronaut heads off on mission

Hongkongers celebrate as trailblazer Lai Ka-ying heads to Tiangong space station in Shenzhou-23 spacecraft.

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About 50 people gathered at an HKU dorm to watch the broadcast of the launch. Photo: Dickson Lee

Law and Crime

Hong Kong police investigate suspected cat mutilation and poisoning

Hung Hom shop cat dies after owner finds it with tail nearly severed.

An SPCA worker attends to the case on Sunday afternoon. Photo: Handout
An SPCA worker attends to the case on Sunday afternoon. Photo: Handout

Education

Hong Kong school ordered to explain after principal swears on Singapore trip

Footage posted on social media shows man arguing with two security guards from doorway of coach and then swearing.

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Health & Environment

Temperatures to reach as high as 33 degrees for 4 straight days this week

Observatory may issue year’s first very hot weather warning as high temperatures expected from Tuesday to Friday before cooler weekend.

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong’s Paul Chan urges closer Europe ties, dialogue to work out differences

Finance chief says opportunities exist to tap city’s capital markets, while acknowledging concerns over trade imbalances.

Finance chief Paul Chan (right) holds talks with the European Commission’s Alexandra Jour-Schroeder (second left) in Brussels. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong Economy

What to eat and buy at Hong Kong airport’s revamped Terminal 2

Passengers and visitors will find 25 shopping and dining options, including McDonald’s, Nap Tea and Imperial Patisserie.

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The revamped Terminal 2 at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Edmond So
The revamped Terminal 2 at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Edmond So

Society

Bun king and queen scramble to victory once again at Cheung Chau festival

Kwok Ka‑ming wins the men’s crown for the 11th time while Janet Kung also successfully defends her title.

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Society

‘We are very proud,’ John Lee tells first Hong Kong astronaut ahead of space flight

‘Your participation in this mission shows our country’s recognition of you,’ city leader says in video call to Lai Ka-ying.

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Hong Kong Economy

Why did Hongkongers queue round the clock for a new watch?

‘Royal Pop’ ceramic pocket-style watches, a collaboration between Audemars Piguet and Swatch, set to go on sale on Saturday.

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People queue up outside the Swatch store in Causeway Bay. Photo: Edmond So
People queue up outside the Swatch store in Causeway Bay. Photo: Edmond So

Transport

Cathay Pacific moves forward Hong Kong boarding gate closure times by 5 minutes

From June 1, airline will also start boarding passengers five minutes earlier to help ensure on-time departures.

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Transport

Hong Kong halves tunnel tolls for commercial vehicles amid surging fuel prices

Two-month cut to apply at all government tunnels and Tsing Sha Control Area from Sunday, but taxi passengers will still have to pay full toll.

Education

Hong Kong schools record net student rise for 2 years straight

Figures shift from net decrease to net increase after Top Talent Pass Scheme launched and annual quota for another key admission scheme removed.

The net gain in students for the current school year stood at 7,229 compared with the previous one. Photo Dickson Lee
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OPINION
Ying Xu,Weishi Zhang

Opinion | Hong Kong can empower commuters by embracing e-bikes

Ying Xu
Weishi Zhang
Alberto Vettoretti

Opinion | Hong Kong is the best anchor for Chinese firms seeking global waters

Alberto Vettoretti
Francis Neoton Cheung

Opinion | Hong Kong can turn Hung Shui Kiu into a northwest stronghold

Francis Neoton Cheung
Victor Dawes

Legal Tales | The weight of silk: what the honour means for the Inner Bar as an institution

Victor Dawes
Kun Tian

Opinion | Hong Kong’s tourism rebound needs new measures of success

Kun Tian
Edward Yang Liu

Opinion | How war-risk marine insurance can set Hong Kong apart

Edward Yang Liu
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MULTIMEDIA
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‘Farewell, Wang Fuk Court’

Wang Kin House residents complete their final visit to their former home after deadly Tai Po fire
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Cheung Chau’s Piu Sik Parade highlights rising oil prices

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What to know about Hong Kong airport’s new Terminal 2

Several budget and regional airlines, including HK Express, are set to relocate their check-in operations to the second terminal between May 27 and June 10
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Swatch ‘Royal Pop’ pocket watch launch sparks global frenzy

Swatch-Audemars Piguet watch launch ignites global chaos, tear gas fired in Paris
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