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The Office for Safeguarding National Security in Tin Hau. Photo: Sam Tsang

Law and Crime

Beijing national security authorities carry out operation with police in Hong Kong

Six people and an organisation suspected of collusion with foreign forces, with individuals required to surrender travel documents.

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Hongkongers may have to pay higher tolls at Aberdeen Tunnel, Shing Mun Tunnels

WeChat Pay records fourfold rise in mainland tourist taxi payments in Hong Kong

China Business

Xpeng and Chinese EV peers aim to win over Hongkongers amid global push

‘Xpeng and other mainland Chinese companies have abundant new technologies that can be introduced to Hong Kong,’ CEO says at expo in city.

Visitors walk among Chinese electric cars at the 2025 Hong Kong Automotive Expo at Asia-World Expo on June 12, 2025. Photo: Daniel Ren
Visitors walk among Chinese electric cars at the 2025 Hong Kong Automotive Expo at Asia-World Expo on June 12, 2025. Photo: Daniel Ren

Law and Crime

Customs works with University of Hong Kong to develop crypto transaction tracer

Seven suspected money laundering cases using virtual assets have been recorded in recent years involving HK$9 billion, department says.

Transport

Hong Kong passes bill to launch electronic driving licences in September

Lawmakers raise concerns over HK$12.5 million cost to develop mobile application for initiative.

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Politics

Hong Kong tobacco tycoon Charles Ho dies at 75 after lung cancer diagnosis

Former Sing Tao News Corp chair, who became surprise anti-smoking advocate, remembered by city leader as ‘successful entrepreneur’ who provided ‘insights’.

Charles Ho previously served as a standing committee member of China’s top political advisory body. Photo: Felix Wong
Charles Ho previously served as a standing committee member of China’s top political advisory body. Photo: Felix Wong

Big Tech

Ant International and Ant Digital to seek stablecoin licences in Hong Kong

The two Ant units’ move aligns with its global ambitions as other companies, including rival JD.com, line up to issue fiat-backed cryptocurrencies.

Transport

Hong Kong flights to 2 Japanese cities cut over sluggish tourism and quake fears

Hong Kong Airlines says affected passengers can rebook for other destinations, while those opting for refunds will be offered travel vouchers.

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Law and Crime

Firefighters put out blaze in busy Hong Kong shopping district

Authorities say fire was extinguished nearly an hour and a half after it was first reported.

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The smoke could be smelled from several blocks away in Times Square. Photo: Robert Ng

Law and Crime

Teen star of Hong Kong documentary on DSE exams convicted of theft again

Tang Ngai-hong, 19, pleads guilty to stealing bag of fruit and two packets of potato chips from supermarket in Quarry Bay.

Tang Ngai-hong, 19, is the star of documentary feature Once Upon a Time in HKDSE. Photo: Handout
Tang Ngai-hong, 19, is the star of documentary feature Once Upon a Time in HKDSE. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong re-exporters urged to remain cautious despite US-China trade talks

Economists suggest deal may benefit city, but warn of lingering volatility amid US President Donald Trump’s history of ‘creating crises’.

Society

Twice-unlucky public flat tenants to be prioritised for Hong Kong subsidised homes

Measure part of latest round of home ownership policy, which will see 2,576 flats at Kowloon Bay’s Wang Chi Court go up for grabs.

Politics

Hong Kong exhibition opens to mark fifth anniversary of national security law

Minister Chris Tang says 326 people have been arrested under Hong Kong’s two security laws as of June 1.

A group of students gather around an installation at the national security exhibition in Hong Kong. Photo: Elson Li

Arts

Pianist Aristo Sham ‘overwhelmed’ by Hong Kong response to his contest win

29-year-old hails support from home city, quality of its music teaching and especially that of his piano teacher, looks forward to Asia tour.

Aristo Sham receives the applause of the audience in Bass Hall, Forth Worth, in the US state of texas after he was presented with the gold award at the 17th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition on June 7, 2025. Photo: Brandon Wade
Aristo Sham receives the applause of the audience in Bass Hall, Forth Worth, in the US state of texas after he was presented with the gold award at the 17th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition on June 7, 2025. Photo: Brandon Wade

Banking & Finance

Chery to debut in third quarter as carmaker uses Hong Kong as a springboard

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee touts city’s capital markets and professional services at auto expo.

Blockchain

With early stablecoin law, Hong Kong looks to keep edge as finance hub

Hong Kong is looking to ‘secure a leading role in global payment systems’, one analyst says, as law comes ahead of a similar US stablecoin bill.

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Health & Environment

1 in 4 Hongkongers unaware of coming public healthcare fee changes: survey

Lawmakers call on authorities to ramp up efforts to promote reform, set to come into force in January 2026.

People queue up at the pharmacy of Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Authorities announced a series of measures to reform the subsidisation structure of public healthcare services in March. Photo: Jelly Tse
People queue up at the pharmacy of Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Authorities announced a series of measures to reform the subsidisation structure of public healthcare services in March. Photo: Jelly Tse

Law and Crime

Hong Kong helps seize HK$157 million in cross-border online scam operation

Seven Asian police agencies also made 1,800 arrests and froze over 32,000 bank accounts with the aid of direct communication platform.

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Society

Keeta rider with no ID or work visa risks arrest to eke out living in Hong Kong

Rider who is non-refoulement claimant ‘rents’ account of cousin to make ends meet, angering legally employed workers who have demanded better identity verification.

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Health & Environment

Hong Kong nurse honoured with top medal for 15 years of life-saving work

Walter Leung’s volunteer work with the Red Cross in disaster situations has earned him the Florence Nightingale Medal, the highest international distinction for nurses.

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Hong Kong nurse Walter Leung attends to a patient in Gaza. Photo: Walter Leung
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Hong Kong’s police chief has said that “undercurrents” remain that require the force to boost its intelligence-gathering and law enforcement efforts. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong national security law (NSL)

Hong Kong police chief vows vigilance against lingering national security threats

Commissioner of Police Joe Chow says threats of home-grown terrorism and ‘soft resistance’ still remain, in interview marking security law anniversary.

China ‘respects Panama Canal neutrality’ amid warning over CK Hutchison deal

Beijing slams Washington for supporting jailed Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong

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Overseas judges leaving top Hong Kong court ‘only natural’: ex-justice chief

Foreign justices have been appointed to the Court of Final Appeal since 1997. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong students still unable to get US visa bookings: consultancy firms

The US consulate in Hong Kong in Central. Education consultancy firms have said they have been unable to make US visa bookings for students since last Thursday. Photo: K. Y. Cheng

Exclusive | Hong Kong firms must consider national interests in commercial deals: John Lee

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City leader John Lee says he feels that most businesspeople “know how they can maximise the benefits, [and] at the same time maximise the benefits to the country”. Photo: Dickson Lee

Exclusive | Hong Kong’s John Lee is not giving any hints on second term

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City leader John Lee has said boosting the economy and improving people’s livelihoods will be among his priorities for the two years remaining in his current term. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong Economy
The city’s leader at a lunch with EU represenatatives. He said the gathering served as a platform for direct dialogue and an exchange of views. Photo: Facebook/John Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s John Lee seeks closer ties in meeting with EU officials

Chief executive says city will remain free port despite growing protectionism globally, as he invites businesses to ‘explore vast array of opportunities’.

Debt crunch at NWD stokes downside risk in Hong Kong home prices, S&P says

China ‘respects Panama Canal neutrality’ amid warning over CK Hutchison deal

‘Panda fever’ created 19% attendance boost at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park: official

Game on for Hong Kong economy as Kai Tak Stadium proves to be a roaring success

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Health & Environment
The Hong Kong Observatory has said it will assess whether to raise the signal to No 3 on Friday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong weather

Tropical Storm Wutip: Hong Kong’s T1 alert to stay in effect until at least Friday

Observatory says city will be hit by heavy showers and potential violent gusts on Thursday night.

Hong Kong Red Cross tightens blood donor rules for recent inmates

How Hong Kong’s pilot disease scheme can help save HK$2.7 billion in expenses

Hong Kong T1 signal to remain in force on Thursday morning as Wutip brings rain

The No 1 typhoon signal is expected to remain in effect throughout Wednesday. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong must ‘seize opportunities’ to attract talent amid US student visa woes

A student walks past the statue of John Harvard. US President Trump has sought to bar the entry of foreign nationals to Harvard University. Photo: Reuters

Hong Kong Observatory issues No 1 typhoon signal at 12.40am on Wednesday

Tuesday’s sweltering heat is expected to continue the following day. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong to issue No 1 typhoon warning signal as early as Tuesday night

A “very hot weather” warning was issued at 6.45am on Monday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Law and Crime
Hong Kong’s police chief has said that “undercurrents” remain that require the force to boost its intelligence-gathering and law enforcement efforts. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong national security law (NSL)

Hong Kong police chief vows vigilance against lingering national security threats

Commissioner of Police Joe Chow says threats of home-grown terrorism and ‘soft resistance’ still remain, in interview marking security law anniversary.

Struggling Hong Kong taxi driver ‘accidentally’ put into chokehold, inquest told

Hong Kong policeman gets community service order for defrauding credit union

Hong Kong’s top court dismisses domestic helper’s forced labour challenge

Hong Kong student spared jail for faking exam results via beauty app Meitu

Society
Hong Kong has stepped up measures tackling the abuse of public housing resources in recent years. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong lawmakers back criminalising of subletting public rental flats

Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho stresses amended law will not cover normal interactions with neighbours, such as tutoring.

Hong Kong environment chief rejects relaxed quarantine rules for imported pets

Hong Kong girl, 17, rescued from fire ‘likely caused by power bank’

National Games ticketing to start in August for Hong Kong, 3 months before event

Fencing is among the sports contests set to be hosted by Hong Kong for the National Games. Photo: Edmond So

What are Hong Kong’s best deals, discounts for this year’s July 1 celebrations?

From July 1 to 3, trams trips will be free of charge. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong to mark July 1 anniversary with 71,000 free MTR tickets: John Lee

Hong Kong will mark the 28th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule with free MTR tickets, carnivals, flag-raising ceremonies and sports games. Photo: Sam Tsang

As 2 Hong Kong art chiefs step down, what’s next for city’s culture scene?

Christopher K. Ho, who joined Asia Art Archive as executive director in 2021. Photo: Xiaomei Chen
Education
The city is home to about 20 DSS secondary schools offering the IB, the General Certificate of Education A-Levels or International Advanced Levels. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong to review letting more semi-private schools offer non-local curriculum

Education minister also dismisses call to let non-local students attend public primary and secondary schools amid diminishing population size.

English lessons in Hong Kong primary schools to cover national security

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Hong Kong students still unable to get US visa bookings: consultancy firms

Hong Kong students eyeing US universities advised to check social media accounts

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Transport
The Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme has been the subject of discussion for years and was originally expected to start at the end of 2024 or early this year. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong shouldn’t let lack of space hold up Guangdong driver scheme: minister

Mable Chan says plan to allow Guangdong residents to drive to city will have strict controls, as lawmakers raise concerns over parking capacity.

Hong Kong needs route for taxis, ride-hailing firms to co-exist: lawmakers

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Hong Kong leader rejects taxi licence buy-back amid ride-hailing competition

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Hong Kong can support taxi sector by using levies to create fund: Uber executive

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An Uber taxi waits for passengers in Tsim Sha Tsui. Uber’s Andrew Byrne said Hong Kong could learn from Australia’s A$1.2 levy on ride-hailing and taxi services to compensate cabbies. Photo: Jelly Tse

EU biodiesel tariffs offer Hong Kong a chance to boost adoption of green fuel

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Hong Kong’s biodiesel consumption amounted to 7.5 per cent of the city’s annual production of 100,000 tonnes. Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong minibus operators hail arrival of over 800 drivers from mainland China

Minibus driver Yin Wang (left), stands alongside Ka Wo Motors manager Lee Pak-kay. The driver is among those brought in under a labour import scheme. Photo: Dickson Lee

9 injured in collision involving taxi, private car near Hong Kong Disneyland

Rescuers on site at the scene of the crash on Magic Road. Photo: Handout
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Artificial intelligence

China’s orchard of AI, chip grads now ripe for the pickin’ as tech trade sours

Many who entered university during Trump’s first trade war with China are ready to become key cogs in China’s hi-tech engine.

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China’s AI race heats up as SenseTime, ByteDance unveil model updates

Nvidia CEO says Huawei has everyone ‘covered’ if US chip ban on China stays

Chinese tech champions boost Europe ties amid US tensions

ByteDance helps jewellery firm Lao Feng Xiang push AI glasses to China’s elderly