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The operator has said the compromised internal network is separate from the cable car operation system, and safety and electronic payment data remains unaffected. Photo: Elson Li

Law and Crime

Personal data stolen in ransomware attack on Hong Kong’s Ngong Ping 360 attraction

Company apologises after breach compromises information about staff, annual pass holders, suppliers and tenants at Ngong Ping Village.

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

Hong Kong budget 2026-27: minister defends cuts to kindergarten subsidy

Law and Crime

Wild boar put down after 5 hurt as animal roamed MTR station, housing estate

One elderly woman reportedly bitten by animal, three others knocked down and worker injured.

A file photo of a wild boar in Aberdeen Country Park. Photo: Felix Wong
A file photo of a wild boar in Aberdeen Country Park. Photo: Felix Wong

Law and Crime

Retiree jailed for 8 months over seditious posts against Hong Kong government

Lam Ming-chung, 68, admits to posting seditious comments, including calling on voters to boycott last year’s Legislative Council election.

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.

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Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong exports surge 33.8% in January thanks to rebound from 2025’s low base

Value of Hong Kong’s exports of goods rose in January to HK$520.6 billion.

Kwai Tsing Container Terminals. “Exports to most markets and of most major commodities increased visibly,” a government spokesman said. Photo: Eugene Lee
Kwai Tsing Container Terminals. “Exports to most markets and of most major commodities increased visibly,” a government spokesman said. Photo: Eugene Lee

Companies

Pop Mart’s Merodi Hong Kong debut highlights challenges of sustaining IP success

Toymaker’s latest character launch draws tepid demand, raising questions about the company’s reliance on Labubu’s success.

Hong Kong Economy

47% of Hong Kong employees happy at work, lowest among 8 Asia-Pacific economies

Less than half of local employees report feeling happy at work, compared with 56 per cent from Singapore, according to Jobsdb Hong Kong.

Education

Paul Chan confident Hong Kong can handle debt of bond-driven growth

Finance chief insists city will not struggle to repay bonds issued for Northern Metropolis projects, saying debt level remains ‘very safe’.

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Finance chief Paul Chan has proposed raising the borrowing cap of two bond schemes to HK$900 billion to speed up development of the Northern Metropolis and other major projects. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong set for 53.8 million visitor arrivals in 2026, up by 8%

Tourism minister also reveals 22-year-old ‘A Symphony of Lights’ will be dropped in favour of new offerings.

Tourists enjoy “A Symphony of Lights” at Tsim Sha Tsui’s Avenue of Stars. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Tourists enjoy “A Symphony of Lights” at Tsim Sha Tsui’s Avenue of Stars. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

Health & Environment

Gloomy weekend forecast for Hong Kong, with showers from Saturday

Rain expected on Saturday, accompanied by stronger winds from the east due to a broad low-pressure trough, Observatory says.

Hong Kong Economy

Panama raids CK Hutchison subsidiary office, days after taking over canal ports

Panamanian media says local authorities searched office of Panama Ports Company, which operated Balboa and Cristobal ports until this week.

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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 actor Ng Man-tat. Photo: Weibo

Politics

Which Hong Kong government departments get budget boosts while others face cuts?

New funding channelled into innovation, AI and intellectual property despite overall spending cuts and a drive to trim the civil service.

Hong Kong’s innovation and technology, intellectual property and investment promotion departments will receive budget increases of at least 10 per cent in the coming financial year. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong’s innovation and technology, intellectual property and investment promotion departments will receive budget increases of at least 10 per cent in the coming financial year. Photo: Karma Lo

Business

Hong Kong’s higher stamp duty will not stop luxury homebuyers from China

Mainland buyers accounted for about 80 per cent of the HK$100 million-plus deals in the city so far this year, according to Centaline.

Law and Crime

Hong Kong doctor, clinic operator held over illegal hair transplant procedures

Authorities raid clinic in Cameron Commercial Centre on Hennessy Road after receiving tip-off it is offering cell transplant treatment for hair loss.

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Society

Footbridge linking Hong Kong’s Central Pier with IFC to close for demolition

New temporary walkway to open on Thursday, developer Henderson Land says.

The footbridge linking Hong Kong’s Central Pier with the International Financial Centre will be demolished. Photo: Edmond So
The footbridge linking Hong Kong’s Central Pier with the International Financial Centre will be demolished. Photo: Edmond So

Transport

Hong Kong airport’s Terminal 2 projected to serve 15 million travellers this year

Airport Authority says 15 airlines are scheduled to operate from the terminal, set to fully open in May, with a midterm goal of doubling its capacity.

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.

Politics

Are Hong Kong lawmakers also to blame over seat belt law blunder?

Government’s flip-flopping on mandatory seat belts aboard buses is wake-up call for legislators to scrutinise bills more rigorously, experts say.

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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee (front centre) with the latest cohort of lawmakers at the Legislative Council building on January 1. Photo: Sam Tsang
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OPINION
Eugene Yim

Legal Tales | How Hong Kong law ensures kids’ well-being when divorced parents split locations

Eugene Yim
Harvey Rouse

Opinion | EU has a key role to play in the new world order in the making

Harvey Rouse
Grenville Cross

Opinion | A speedy pardon in the Jimmy Lai case is unlikely

Grenville Cross
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Christine Choi

Opinion | Bridging East and West, Hong Kong offers talent the best of both worlds

Christine Choi
Alice Wu

Opinion | Hong Kong’s finance chief must return to his original aspirations

Alice Wu
Jane Lee

Opinion | Executive-led governance in Hong Kong must start by listening to the people

Jane Lee
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MULTIMEDIA
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Breaking down the key figures in Hong Kong 2026-27 budget

Breaking down the key figures in Hong Kong 2026-27 budget
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Record surplus prompts Hong Kong government to offer tax relief, sweeteners

Finance chief Paul Chan said he aims to “relieve the economic pressure faced by the people and enterprises”
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Tai Po fire survivors still in limbo over rehousing options

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Will Hong Kong’s new subdivided flat rules help or hurt?

SCMP / ELSON LI
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