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Politics
Hong Kong should have ‘real’ dialogue on same-sex partnership plan: LGBTQ groups
Advocates say lawmakers’ opposition to proposed framework to recognise partnerships is unsurprising, but ‘hostility’ has hurt LGBTQ community.
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What’s in a name? Why aircraft carrier is called Shandong and has number 17
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Chinese naval officers praise Hong Kong visitors – and feeling is mutual
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Hong Kong Economy
Hong Kong’s IPO boom a sign overseas investment push is working, Paul Chan says
Finance minister says market ‘optimistic’ that first-half performance will continue, as city rises to top of global IPO table.
6 hours ago
The amount raised through IPOs in Hong Kong so far this year is already higher than the whole of 2024. Photo: Xinhua
Society
Temperatures in Hong Kong’s subpar housing reach as high as 40 degrees: survey
Concern group SoCO calls for subdivided housing tenants to receive subsidies for products such as air conditioners and fans.
6 hours ago
Hong Kong Economy
Hong Kong’s Link Asset Management cuts jobs amid retail headwinds
Property giant, which boasts a portfolio worth HK$226 billion, is ‘streamlining a small number of roles’ as part of an efficiency drive.
4 hours ago
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Society
Hong Kong denies entry to 12,452 visitors in first 5 months of 2025
Immigration director says figure only represents about 0.062 per cent of nearly 20 million inbound travellers recorded over same period.
6 Jul 2025 - 4:37PM
Travellers arrive at Hong Kong airport in 2023. Photo: Edmond So
Transport
Hong Kong government accelerates plan for ride-hailing legislation
Transport minister Mable Chan says regulatory proposal will be submitted before end of this month, five months ahead of original deadline.
6 Jul 2025 - 5:12PM
Health & Environment
Hong Kong cancels T1 signal as Typhoon Danas moves away
Observatory also issued a very hot weather warning at 10.45am, as temperatures across city reached 34 degrees Celsius or above by noon.
6 Jul 2025 - 3:58PM
Education
31 Hong Kong students achieve top IB scores despite tricky maths exam
Sole top scorer from St Paul’s Co-Educational College compares programme to ‘marathon’, as coordinator says maths grade boundaries probably adjusted.
3 hours ago
Hong Kong Economy
Why are Hong Kong fast-food firms Cafe de Coral, Fairwood suffering in downturn?
Economists say famous fast-food chains struggle with elderly customers’ frugal spending habits and face competition from delivery platforms.
4 hours ago
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A branch of Cafe de Coral at Uptown Plaza in Tai Po. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong Economy
Why Hong Kong is a fledgling hub for pre-owned Hermes bags and other luxury goods
Industry players say city is popular among Indian and Filipino merchandisers due to its reputation for authentic goods, tax-free status.
6 Jul 2025 - 5:12PM
Society
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Hong Kong housing authorities quietly open door for same-sex couples
Lawmakers describe government’s response to top court ruling as ‘prudent approach’, but concern group calls for move to be publicly announced.
5 Jul 2025 - 9:30PM
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Society
Hong Kong hiker dies after falling 20 metres at mountain stream
Man, 35, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident in the northern New Territories.
5 Jul 2025 - 7:22PM
Society
Chiikawa fans brave Hong Kong summer swelter for ‘preheat’ event before show
Art installations featuring popular manga characters draw fans to Tsim Sha Tsui as tickets snapped up online for ‘Chiikawa Days’ show.
5 Jul 2025 - 8:01PM
Fans get up close to the character Usagi at the “preheat celebration” in Tsim Sha Tsui ahead of the “Chiikawa Days” exhibition. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong Economy
‘Sheer delusion’ for Hong Kong landlords to refuse to cut rents: CY Leung
‘If someone tries to go against the tide … he will become the victim at the end of the day,’ ex-leader says.
5 Jul 2025 - 10:28PM
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Politics
Aircraft carrier ‘rainbow-men’ add splash of colour to Hong Kong pupils’ visit
Personnel on Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong explain to fascinated students what jobs the different coloured vests denote on flight deck.
5 Jul 2025 - 5:46PM
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Politics
‘Betrayal’: why Hong Kong students remain cautious as US resumes visa processing
US State Department says new policy requires applicants to make social media accounts public so officials can screen for content deemed hostile.
19 Jun 2025 - 8:24PM
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Appointment slots at the US consulate in Hong Kong for student visas are once again available. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
Hong Kong Economy
Hong Kong issues ‘black’ travel alert for Iran and Israel as conflict escalates
Hongkongers should avoid visiting Iran and Israel because of the ‘highly unpredictable security situation’, Security Bureau says.
20 Jun 2025 - 12:25AM
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Society
Hong Kong subdivided flat owners ‘may pass on costs to tenants under new rules’
As city moves to legislate minimum standards, industry players also worry that more operators will exit market due to stiffer penalties.
20 Jun 2025 - 9:57PM
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Education
6 public universities in Hong Kong rise in global rankings
University of Hong Kong climbs to 11th place, beating two prestigious mainland Chinese institutions.
19 Jun 2025 - 2:36PM
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Hong Kong and Singapore: rivals and partners learning from each other
6 Jul 2025 - 9:30AM
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Taking care of yourself beyond health – planning ahead
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How Hong Kong can win race to become world’s tokenisation hub
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Hong Kong must ensure a quality AI education is available to all
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As Hong Kong is learning, a deepfake crime epidemic is upon us
1 Jul 2025 - 4:30PM
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More than an education hub, Hong Kong can be a global academic pioneer
1 Jul 2025 - 9:30AM
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DSE vs IB: how different are the two public exams?
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Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong visits Hong Kong
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Shandong in Hong Kong for 5-day visit
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Can Hong Kong’s restaurant industry survive?
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