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An NGO has called on authorities to rethink a mechanism for detecting students at risk of dropping out. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong youth

Editorial | Giving up on Hong Kong’s school dropouts not an option

As more students skip classes, Hong Kong must ensure those children do not become life’s casualties and are offered ways to better themselves.

Japan

Editorial | Horse racing proves clear winner for Hong Kong in tourism stakes

US-China trade war

US policy shift means higher prices for consumers of small shipments from China

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Wellness

Think young people don’t have strokes? Emilia Clarke had 2 in her 20s

The Game of Thrones actress had her first stroke aged 24. We talk to experts on the causes of ‘young strokes’ and how to help avoid them.

Emilia Clarke as Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones. The actress suffered her first stroke at the age of 24, and another two years later, before establishing a charity, SameYou, to raise awareness of strokes and support those with brain injuries and strokes. Photo: HBO
Hong Kong economy

Explainer | What Hongkongers should expect with official end of ‘de minimis’ exemption by US

The Post unpacks consequences of end of rule that allowed products valued at US$800 or below to be shipped to United States duty-free.

Hong Kong property

Meitu founder buys Hong Kong’s Ginza-style building for US$84 million

Meitu founder invests US$84 million in Hong Kong property to create a crypto/AI start-up hub.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s tax revenue jumps 10% on talent influx, property sales

City records HK$374.5 billion in tax revenue for 2024-25, an increase of HK$32.5 billion.

A group of office workers gather at the Inland Revenue Centre in Kai Tak. Photo: Edmond So
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong schools slammed for poor performance despite getting more resources

Lawmaker and government adviser Regina Ip also calls for authorities to set KPIs to track cost-effectiveness of resource allocation to schools.

Performing arts in Hong Kong

Allez to the French May arts festival as it returns to Hong Kong

The annual celebration serves up a slice of Gallic goodness with its bounty of gourmet food and performing arts feasts.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong economy grows by stronger-than-expected 3.1% in first quarter

Downside risks surrounding global economy have heightened visibly, government spokesman warns.

Hong Kong’s economy could see full-year growth of 2 to 3 per cent, according to budget estimates. Photo: Elson Li
Banking & finance

HSBC sets up captive insurer in Hong Kong to support Asian expansion

Move will solidify Hong Kong’s position as a global leader in asset, wealth, and risk management, lender’s CEO in the city says.

A view of HSBC headquarters in Central, Hong Kong, on April 29, 2025. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong plans to add innovation hub to constituency – despite having no voters

Electoral Affairs Commission says inclusion of zone near border ties in with ‘substantial development’ in the area.

Apple

Apple sales in China dip as US tariffs add to headache

As iPhone sales in China continue to fall, Apple also faces US$900 million tariff costs this quarter.

US-China trade war

Canton Fair offers fee refunds as China moves to protect tariff-struck exporters

In an unprecedented move to protect firms amid trade war with the US, the expo has cut fees for Chinese participants in half.

Canton Fair participants have received unprecedented relief on expo fees as China moves to protect exporters in the heat of the trade war. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

469 complaints and reports lodged over suspected closure of Hong Kong clinic

Customers of Alliance Medical Group, which offers services including vaccinations for children, shocked to discover clinics shut without warning.

A letter from the Consumer Council had been slipped under the clinic’s door. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong courts

Ex-Hong Kong district councillor pleads not guilty to charges over HK$740,000 scam

Wong Chun-yeung charged over fraud syndicate that cheated nine people in ‘guess who I am’ phone scams in 2023.

Standard Chartered Bank

Standard Chartered beats forecasts with 13% gain in first-quarter profit

Net profit rose to US$1.59 billion, driven by ‘double-digit income growth in wealth solutions, global markets and global banking’, CEO says.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong enjoys 27% surge in visitor numbers for Labour Day ‘golden week’ holiday

About 222,000 were mainlanders, representing a 22 per cent increase, while 45,000 were from other places, representing a roughly 50 per cent jump.

Hikers visit the High Island Reservoir during the Labour Day holiday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Banking & finance

How are Shanghai’s global financial centre aspirations shaping up?

He Lifeng was accompanying President Xi Jinping on Chinese leader’s first inspection tour since US tariffs escalated trade war.

Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong 47: ex-lawmaker Claudia Mo breaks silence over ‘Kafkaesque’ jail time

Mo released earlier this week after finishing jail sentence handed down to her for subversion charge over unofficial ‘primary’ election.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police arrest drunk passenger for alleged assault on taxi driver

Man, 54, allegedly punched driver, 64, during late-night ride from North Point to Tseung Kwan O.

Both the taxi driver and the passenger who allegedly assaulted him were sent to Tseung Kwan O Hospital for treatment. Photo: Winson Wong
Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks surge on trade-talk optimism, US tech gains

Benchmark Hang Seng Index heads for third weekly gain as China’s Commerce Ministry says it is considering trade talks with the US.

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Shipping containers are stacked in front of docked vessels and gantry cranes at the Yantian International Container Terminal on April 12, 2025, in Shenzhen. Photo: Getty Images/TNS
Hong Kong transport

Rise in mainland applications for Hong Kong driving licences fuels test calls

Transport Department data shows direct issue applications based on mainland driving licences have surged.

Robotics

Why car park operator Shoucheng is doubling down on China robotics investment

The company, a subsidiary of Chinese steel giant Shougang, plans to invest in about 50 robotics firms over the next two to three years.

Banking & finance

Banks lure new wealthy clients with Liverpool, Jay Chou tickets in golden week push

Banks target growing pool of wealthy mainland Chinese visitors to Hong Kong during May 1-5 golden week holiday.

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A billboard of Jay Chou’s upcoming Hong Kong concert. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong welcomes 213,000 mainland tourists as ‘golden week’ break starts

With Labour Day also a public holiday in Hong Kong, more than 281,000 residents head off for other destinations.

Tourists arrive at the West Kowloon high-speed rail terminus at the start of the “golden week” holiday. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Popular Hong Kong clinic chain in hot water amid suspected closure

Many customers outraged after prepaying thousands for their children’s vaccinations at clinics under Alliance Medical Group.

Biomedicine: Companies

Shanghai start-up United InnoMed plans studies to develop heart-failure treatment device

Company raised US$20 million of fresh capital last month from investors including existing backer Lilly Asia Ventures.

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