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Head of Government
Chief Executive John Lee
Disease
My Take
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Time to make a new year resolution like your life depends on it
Improving public awareness of diabetes and the risks associated with it should be one of the vows for 2026.
21 minutes ago
China consumption
Travellers hoof it in China as horseback tourism makes strides
6 hours ago
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong firm sanctioned by US in Venezuela crackdown found to use bogus address
4 hours ago
Accidents and personal safety
15 left hanging as Hong Kong Ocean Park’s ‘Wild Twister’ ride breaks down again
Thrill-seekers stranded for 19 minutes after signal failure triggers safety system.
3 Jan 2026 - 8:16PM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong’s Route 6 set to fully open in 2026, transport chief Mable Chan says
New route will slash travel time between Tseung Kwan O and Yau Ma Tei from 65 minutes to just 12, Chan says.
3 Jan 2026 - 8:14PM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Hongkongers urged to get flu shots as city braces for winter virus wave
Centre for Health Protection’s appeal coincides with infectious disease expert’s concerns over low vaccination rates in the community.
5 hours ago
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Hong Kong society
HK$100 million Mark Six jackpot split between 1.5 winning units in Hong Kong
Turnover for New Year Snowball hits more than HK$248 million, Jockey Club says.
4 hours ago
Crime in Hong Kong
Woman arrested for brandishing cleaver at Hong Kong restaurant staff, police
Police say woman had grown aggressive after dispute and was subdued by a dozen officers.
3 Jan 2026 - 7:11PM
Hong Kong tourism
Hong Kong a top countdown city as 200,000 visit on New Year’s Eve: minister
Tourism sector representatives underscore need to direct visitors from tourist hotspots to other parts of city.
6 hours ago
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Most patients at Hong Kong A&E departments unaware of evening clinics as option
But those who do seek treatment at clinics find it difficult to secure an appointment, with multiple calls and long waits.
3 Jan 2026 - 7:00PM
Hong Kong society
Rising Hong Kong tennis pro wins title as players ace charity efforts
Chinese Recreation Club to donate HK$45,750 after players hit more than 80 aces for charity.
3 Jan 2026 - 4:57PM
Centaline Property
Hong Kong property market hits 4-year high in 2025 as sales top HK$616 billion
December was the 10th consecutive month where new home transactions exceeded 1,500, the first time the trend was seen in more than 21 years.
3 Jan 2026 - 3:43PM
Hong Kong economy
Occupancy rate at Hong Kong tech park set to hit 90% in first quarter of 2026
Government says lease renewal on Hong Kong side of collaborative tech hub with Shenzhen will be based on KPIs, but there will be ‘room for error’.
6 hours ago
Education in Hong Kong
Exempt Hong Kong substitute teachers from practising certificates: principals
Schools already struggle to hire supply teachers, so proposed new measure should consider different criteria to tackle shortfall, they say.
5 hours ago
Human rights
Ageing Asia needs domestic helpers, but can it keep them safe?
While the region cries out for care, top source nations the Philippines and Indonesia have tightened controls to curb exploitation and abuse.
3 Jan 2026 - 12:00PM
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Accidents and personal safety
Fire caused by short circuit of phone charger in Hong Kong flat injures 4, kills cat
Police say blaze broke out at flat in Lai Yiu Estate in Kwai Chung, leading to temporary evacuation of 150 residents.
3 Jan 2026 - 6:17PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Letters
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Lesson from Tai Po fire: Hong Kong must close the regulatory loopholes
Readers discuss the scourge of dishonest practices in industries, creating longer breaks for Hong Kong workers, combating illegal parking, and the live-fire drills around Taiwan.
3 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong weather
Temperature in Hong Kong falls to 11.4 degrees Celsius, the lowest this winter
Minor flooding expected in coastal areas as Observatory warns that sea levels during high tide on Saturday night will be half a metre higher than usual.
3 Jan 2026 - 10:42AM
Architecture and design
Mushroom magic: is mycelium set to be the next ‘it’ material in homeware?
Mycelium is revolutionising sustainable design and shaping the future of eco-friendly homeware, from lamps to sofas.
3 Jan 2026 - 10:00AM
Banking & finance
More issuers turn to Dubai listings as yuan bonds gain traction in Middle East
Dubai’s dim sum bond momentum points to investor confidence in China and diversification from the US dollar, says regulator.
3 Jan 2026 - 9:30AM
Legislative Council election 2025
New Hong Kong lawmaker Julia Lau vows to strengthen oversight after Tai Po fire
Architectural sector legislator urges better use of public funds, and has ideas on how to boost development of the Northern Metropolis and tourism.
3 Jan 2026 - 8:30AM
Hong Kong society
Editorial
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As Hong Kong’s public hospital fees rise, balance must be the watchword
Accessibility and affordability should be prioritised, especially given the city’s ageing population increasingly prone to chronic illnesses.
3 Jan 2026 - 7:36AM
Accidents and personal safety
Editorial
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Tourists must put safety first in quest for the perfect photo
The tragic death of a visitor in Sai Kung and other fatal accidents should prompt caution among travellers.
3 Jan 2026 - 6:45AM
Hong Kong economy
43 measures for Hong Kong’s CLP to improve power supply after series of failures
Government releases report analysing power supply interruptions and voltage dips between 2021 and mid-2024.
2 Jan 2026 - 11:16PM
Hong Kong society
Jose-Antonio Maurellet set to return as Hong Kong Bar Association chairman
Maurellet nominated for another term, with Martin Hui and Eva Sit to also continue as vice-chairpersons.
3 Jan 2026 - 1:45AM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
2 cats found at Tai Po inferno site a month after Hong Kong blaze, SPCA says
Animal protection group calls discovery a ‘miracle’ and expresses hope of finding more missing pets.
3 Jan 2026 - 12:55AM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Explainer
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Hong Kong’s John Lee has sciatica. Here’s what you need to know about the condition
Post talks to orthopaedic specialists to find out more about common ailment that can cause excruciating pain.
2 Jan 2026 - 10:06PM
Hong Kong economy
Back to the Past, starring Louis Koo and Raymond Lam, smashes Hong Kong record
Historical sci-fi action film earns HK$10.91 million in debut, the most for a Chinese film opening in city.
2 Jan 2026 - 9:27PM
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