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CineArt Cinema will take over the branch vacated by Emperor Cinemas. Photo: Jelly Tse

Politics

Hong Kong’s CineArt Cinema to open branch at site of Ma On Shan’s only theatre

Firm says it will open new branch at former Emperor Cinemas location before Lunar New Year, bucking trend of closures.

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Galloping horses theme of Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year fireworks display

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Ex-Hong Kong Disneyland boss to take reins as CEO of Kai Tak Sports Park

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Law and Crime

Hong Kong man in court over seditious acts, media arson threats calls it ‘mischief’

Court adjourns case of man, 43, accused of threatening to burn down offices of media outlets, including the Post, unless they published seditious articles.

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West Kowloon Court granted a request by Tse Chun-pan, 43, to adjourn the hearing for two months so that his lawyers could continue negotiations with prosecutors regarding his plea. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong Economy

Number of registered companies in Hong Kong reaches record 1.56 million in 2025

According to Companies Registry, 195,343 were newly registered local and redomiciled firms, while 99,406 dissolved over the same period.

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Banking & Finance

HSBC reviews Singapore insurance unit amid high Hong Kong, mainland China growth

It ‘makes sense’ for HSBC to focus on ‘core high-growth markets’ that have ‘underpenetrated’ insurance needs, analyst says.

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Education

Hong Kong’s finance chief warns of market volatility, pledges support for families

Amid market swings, Financial Secretary Paul Chan urges fiscal prudence and vows to review child tax breaks to tackle record-low birth rate.

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Financial Secretary Paul Chan expressed “cautious optimism” about the economic outlook during a special meeting of the Finance Committee on Friday. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong

On This Day | Hong Kong marathons throughout the years – SCMP archive

Ahead of Sunday’s Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon, the Post looks back at the city’s marathon history.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong government’s cargo-tracking digital platform launched with 2,300 firms

Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan says new Port Community System streamlines transport data, improving transparency for users.

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Law and Crime

‘Difficult decision’: Hong Kong’s Chris Tang defends shooting of man with knife

Security chief praises officers’ bravery, saying their decisiveness prevented suspect from causing further harm and potentially saved lives.

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Police officers point their weapons at the man in Tuen Mun Town Plaza. Photo: Handout

World

Chinese ‘rising star’ leaves MIT, woman prays to Shrek for 4 years: 7 highlights

From Chinese solar makers facing monopoly probe to woman praying to Shrek for four years, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

16 Jan 2026 - 1:07PM

A woman in the Philippines spent four years worshipping the animated character Shrek. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/IG@thetropixs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong temperatures to fall to 12 degrees next week as winter monsoon arrives

Forecaster says intense winter monsoon expected to reach southern China next Tuesday, adding temperatures will drop appreciably over region.

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Hong Kong Economy

Can new tricks save Hong Kong’s restaurants from ‘irreversible’ Shenzhen trend?

Business models are being overhauled as food and drink sector tackles ‘irreversible’ trend of Hongkongers spending their money elsewhere.

16 Jan 2026 - 10:06AMvideocam

Business

Hong Kong’s finance sector a ray of sunshine for city’s retail property segment

Financial services providers are emerging as a new force in the city’s retail property leasing space, analysts say.

16 Jan 2026 - 7:00AM

Forthright Securities has leased three storeys of retail space totalling 14,000 sq ft at Golden Centre in Sheung Wan for its first flagship branch in Hong Kong. Photo: Google Maps

Law and Crime

Hong Kong lawyers told to specialise, not just compete, in Greater Bay Area

Bar Association chair Jose-Antonio Maurellet says lawyers can contribute to joint legal teams in cases with mainland and common law elements.

16 Jan 2026 - 9:53AM

The Hong Kong Bar Association’s Jose-Antonio Maurellet speaks at the conference in Shenzhen. Photo: Handout

Society

Pledges fall short of fixing building sector after Hong Kong inferno: experts

Experts warn new building maintenance measures in the wake of the deadly fire in Tai Po only scratch the surface of deeper systemic issues.

16 Jan 2026 - 4:13AM

Politics

Exclusive | 3 new Hong Kong lawmakers fail to declare company shareholdings

Newcomers blame omissions on heavy workloads or misunderstandings.

15 Jan 2026 - 9:33PM

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Health & Environment

Hong Kong hospital A&E department visits fall 12% after new fees take effect

Number of people benefiting from fee waivers under new pricing regime that started on January 1 triples.

10 Jan 2026 - 2:56AM

The fee revamp took effect on January 1. Photo: Sun Yeung

Transport

Hong Kong issues fresh reminder to buckle up ahead of January 25 seat belt rules

Passengers must wear seat belts if available on public and private buses, while drivers are responsible for child passengers’ safety.

8 Jan 2026 - 11:27PM

Health & Environment

Hong Kong’s late summer flu season is over. But official says jabs still vital

Controller of Centre for Health Protection says seasonal influenza activity has dropped below baseline level over the past week.

9 Jan 2026 - 2:00AM

Society

Independent committee probing Hong Kong fire to start hearings in first quarter

Former chairman of Bar Association Victor Dawes appointed committee’s lead counsel, according to document seen by the Post.

8 Jan 2026 - 5:45PM

The fire broke out on November 26, raging for about 43 hours and engulfing seven of Wang Fuk Court’s eight blocks. Photo: Elson Li

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Hong Kong police shoot man wielding knife in Tuen Mun

Hong Kong police shoot man wielding meat cleaver in Tuen Mun

Hong Kong moves test-free licence ticketing online to stop long queues

Hong Kong’s biggest fan-hosted anime event returns

Rainbow Gala, first held in 2007, has been held at Hong Kong’s AsiaWorld-Expo for a second time after the redevelopment of the Kowloon Bay International Trade & Exhibition Centre in 2024.

Woman threatens Hong Kong restaurant staff with cleaver

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