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Emergency response personnel work at the site of damage after Iranian missile barrages struck Dimona in southern Israel on March 21, 2026. Photo: Reuters

Society

Hong Kong raises Iran, Israel travel alerts to black, expands amber warning

Amber travel alert expanded to include Bahrain, Jordan, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Non-local pupils could face HK$350,000 in fees at Hong Kong semi-private schools

Hong Kong family office summit draws Pop Mart billionaire among global guests

Health & Environment

Hong Kong expected to face 4 to 7 typhoons in 2026

Observatory director Chan Pak-wai says city will also be hotter than average in 2026 due to El Nino weather phenomenon.

People at the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui during a typhoon signal No 3. Photo: Jelly Tse
People at the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui during a typhoon signal No 3. Photo: Jelly Tse

Companies

Hong Kong’s Henderson Land trims payout as Iran, mainland China cloud outlook

Kerry Properties also reports mixed 2025 results amid lift in Hong Kong home sales, weak office market and sluggish China recovery.

Law and Crime

Newborn baby found in rubbish bin at Hong Kong shopping centre dies in hospital

Cleaner at Lee Theatre Plaza discovered infant in a rubbish bin inside women’s restroom at The Starview Chinese restaurant.

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Hong Kong

No funding cuts to Hong Kong arts groups for next 3 years, agency chief pledges

Hong Kong Arts Development Council chairman says agency will review grant system and save costs internally amid government’s bid to reduce spending.

“Beyond the Singularity”, an exhibition that incorporates AI machine learning models with the work of actual artists. Photo: Handout
“Beyond the Singularity”, an exhibition that incorporates AI machine learning models with the work of actual artists. Photo: Handout

Society

Hong Kong to sign landmark Art Basel collaboration deal

Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law underscores importance of arts during times of complex geopolitics.

Transport

Truck driver injured as vehicle slams into fire engine on Hong Kong highway

Container truck was travelling along Tuen Mun Road when it hit fire engine parked on road shoulder for operation, authorities say.

Health & Environment

HKUST launches programme offering blood-based Alzheimer’s test for elderly

‘NeuroCare Community Project’ will offer free screening to 6,000 underprivileged elderly residents over five years.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, affecting one in 10 Hongkongers aged 60 or above. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

Markets

Global investors pivot to ‘stability’ of China amid turmoil: Milken forum

China no longer ‘unloved’ as advances including AI, biotech drive revival in investor interest, attendees hear at symposium in Hong Kong.

People cross the street beneath a large screen showing stock data in Shanghai on March 9, 2026. Photo: EPA
People cross the street beneath a large screen showing stock data in Shanghai on March 9, 2026. Photo: EPA

Hong Kong Economy

From toys to toilet paper, prices set to rise amid Middle East war, experts say

Hong Kong business leaders also warn that local exporters and manufacturers face cash-flow squeeze as overseas buyers opt for short-term orders.

Law and Crime

Hong Kong activist on trial for subversion calls one-party rule ‘regression’

Chow Hang-tung says advocating end to one-party rule not same as seeking to oust party, while judge challenges her characterisation of 1989 crackdown.

Business

Regal’s US$194m hotel sale reflects investor push into Hong Kong student housing

Sale of 494-room hotel to Centaline underscores strong demand for student accommodation in Hong Kong amid an estimated 88,000-bed shortfall.

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A former hotel that has been converted into a student hostel. Hong Kong has a deficit of 88,000 student beds, according to property consultancy Savills. Photo: Sam Tsang

Law and Crime

Hong Kong police file fresh terrorism charge against pair over alleged bomb plot

Charges upgraded against two men accused of plotting to use explosives to coerce authorities or intimidate the public in pursuit of a political agenda.

Prosecutors applied to Eastern Court to amend the charges against Ng Tsz-kit, 36, and Ho Chi-hang, 35, ahead of the case being transferred to the High Court for trial. Photo: SCMP
Prosecutors applied to Eastern Court to amend the charges against Ng Tsz-kit, 36, and Ho Chi-hang, 35, ahead of the case being transferred to the High Court for trial. Photo: SCMP

Law and Crime

Ex-assistant principal given 36-month bind-over for stealing groceries from Sogo

Hong Kong court spares Ng Ka-yun, 47, from criminal conviction after she admits to offence.

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong’s Art March celebrations press on amid Middle East conflict disruptions

Flight cancellations via the region leave art fair participants juggling logistics, though organisers say impact remains limited.

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Transport

Cathay extends Hong Kong to Middle East flight suspension until end of April

Suspension has already been extended multiple times since joint US-Israeli attack on Iran.

Cathay Pacific planes at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Cathay Pacific planes at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Law and Crime

Hong Kong cannot extradite Tates without UK or Romania requests, lawmakers say

Videos show Andrew and Tristan Tate surrounded by crowds in Lan Kwai Fong, where onlookers are seen taking photographs and selfies with the influencers.

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Hong Kong Economy

More Hong Kong drivers head to mainland China to refuel as oil prices rise

Previously, residents were topping up their tanks once or twice a month, but they are now making weekly trips, automobile association says.

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Law and Crime

Hongkonger, 28, held as HK$20 million of suspected cocaine seized in house

Police believe 28-year-old jobless man was recruited by syndicate to manage storage and deliveries to buyers.

The suspected cocaine was seized in a village house in Sha Tin. Photo: Handout
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OPINION
Betty Fung

Opinion | To realise Hong Kong’s cultural potential, a global vision is essential

Betty Fung
Cui Jianchun

Opinion | As China charts a new course, Hong Kong writes its next chapter

Cui Jianchun
Xianji Wen

Opinion | Hong Kong’s border tourism push must not put Mai Po at risk

Xianji Wen
Chiu Kam-kuen

Opinion | F1 could be Hong Kong’s fast lane for economic reinvention

Chiu Kam-kuen
Bernard Chan

Opinion | Iran war revives pandemic-era shocks – and may go further

Bernard Chan
Victor Dawes

Legal Tales | Tribute to towering jurist: how the late Sir Anthony Mason shaped Hong Kong courts

Victor Dawes
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MULTIMEDIA
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How restaurant Putien brought Fujianese cuisine abroad

Dishes from Fujianese restaurant Putien
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Hearings begin into Hong Kong’s deadly Tai Po blaze

Ms Caroline Chu, Resident of Wang Fuk Court, attends the conference, held by The Independent Committee in relation to the fire at Wang Fuk Court. The Independent Committee in relation to the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, holds a direction conference to give directions on the arrangements for subsequent hearings to be conducted by the Committee, located at City Gallery in Central. 05FEB26. SCMP / Sam Tsang
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Google’s Gemini AI chatbot opening to Hong Kong users

Google's chatbot Gemini is giving under-age users "unsafe mental health advice," according to one organization specializing on media use for families. (Dreamstime/TNS)
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Tate brothers party in Hong Kong, sparking controversy

Online influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, who both face rape and human-trafficking charges in Romania and the United Kingdom, were reported to have entered Hong Kong over the weekend, sparking a heated discussion online.
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