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Animal welfare in Hong Kong
Is it time to call an end to Hong Kong’s boar war?
Wild boar numbers have dropped by half in recent years, prompting calls from experts for an end to aggressive control measures such as culling.
2 Apr 2026 - 8:30AM
Northern Metropolis
Northern Metropolis data hub may top MTR Corp as Hong Kong’s No 1 power consumer
30 Mar 2026 - 9:42AM
Hong Kong
Letters
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This Earth Hour, Hong Kong should resolve to switch to lasting change
27 Mar 2026 - 11:30AM
Climate change
Editorial
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Community preparation is key as Hong Kong braces for extreme weather
As the city explores green infrastructure and AI forecasting as mitigation solutions, residents must also take up the mantle of safety.
26 Mar 2026 - 6:45AM
Hong Kong tourism
New 200-berth marina, clubhouse planned in Hong Kong revamp of Aberdeen site
Development Bureau aims to launch first tender for a marina in nearly 40 years in 2027.
25 Mar 2026 - 11:34PM
Hong Kong
Opinion
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Hong Kong’s border tourism push must not put Mai Po at risk
Any plan to open up the Frontier Closed Area requires a science-based approach and rigorous assessment of the impact on the nature reserve.
22 Mar 2026 - 9:30AM
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Hong Kong
Veteran activist warns of ‘shrinking space’ for green advocacy in Hong Kong
Edwin Lau, The Green Earth founder, looks back at triumphs and setbacks of his 36-year career after resigning from director role last August.
21 Mar 2026 - 6:10PM
Hong Kong economy
Editorial
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Special laws can help the Northern Metropolis pick up pace
It is vital that the megaproject proceeds as quickly as possible while adhering to standards and monitoring.
20 Mar 2026 - 7:15AM
Golden week
Hong Kong to test new campsite booking system amid overcrowding, litter concerns
Authorities also reveal 32 people had been prosecuted for offences in Sai Kung’s country parks over Chinese New Year holiday.
18 Mar 2026 - 10:03PM
Doing Good
Hong Kong has more coral reef species than the Caribbean – and they’re worth saving
Decades after pollution devastated Tolo Harbour’s reefs, Chinese University’s Coral Academy is reviving their ecosystems.
16 Mar 2026 - 3:15PM
Mainland China
Hong Kong researcher sounds alarm after toxic electronic waste found in dolphins
Toxic pollutants from laptops, televisions and smartphones found in bodies and brains of endangered dolphins and porpoises that washed up on city’s beaches.
15 Mar 2026 - 9:28PM
Hong Kong
Opinion
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To stay competitive, Hong Kong must embrace nature-based solutions
The government’s push for improved urban design is strategic and timely. Now it must turn ideas into action.
15 Mar 2026 - 9:30AM
Environment
Editorial
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Hong Kong must protect the ecological health of its natural assets
Continued vigilance and proactive steps are required to guard against oil spills and prevent long-term environmental damage.
15 Mar 2026 - 6:45AM
Environment
Hong Kong wetland records 40 times more petroleum after oil spill: Greenpeace
Environmental group says high concentration may cause long-term damage to local ecology of South Lantau’s Pui O.
9 Mar 2026 - 9:50PM
Hong Kong
Letters
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Hong Kong cannot afford to ignore the threat of microplastic pollution
Readers discuss a recent study on microplastics and nanoplastics in the air, and the death of Arctic foxes at Ocean Park.
8 Mar 2026 - 11:30AM
Accidents and personal safety
Wild boar bites hiker, tumbles to its death down flight of stairs in village
Animal chased the woman, 57, at a public toilet in Tseung Kwan O and bit her leg.
7 Mar 2026 - 2:23AM
Crime in Hong Kong
Man arrested after 14 endangered reptiles found in Kwai Chung industrial site
Chinese water dragon, rock iguana, crocodile, two pythons, three monitor lizards and four species of turtles were seized in operation.
5 Mar 2026 - 12:32AM
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Hong Kong courts
Hong Kong government: golf course flats study has ‘no legal effect’ in appeal
Rule changes render environmental study moot, lawyer says as authorities appeal court ruling rejecting report’s approval.
4 Mar 2026 - 12:16AM
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Hong Kong
Opinion
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The high price of Hong Kong’s slow switch to electric buses and taxis
Slow electrification undermines the city’s green ambitions and squanders a chance to secure its role as a Greater Bay Area innovation hub.
1 Mar 2026 - 9:30AM
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Hong Kong
Editorial
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Hong Kong wants ecotourism, not overtourism
After incidents of overcrowding at beach campsites during recent holidays, it is encouraging that the authorities are considering a booking system and fees.
1 Mar 2026 - 6:45AM
Hong Kong budget 2026-27
Commercial EV use needs boost after car owner tax break ends, green groups say
Environmentalists back move to end first registration tax concessions for private electric cars, say focus must pivot to businesses.
28 Feb 2026 - 12:00PM
Accidents and personal safety
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.
28 Feb 2026 - 12:44AM
Recycling and waste reduction
Letters
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Extend support for smart food waste bins across Hong Kong
Readers discuss the city’s food waste problem, optometrists’ referrals, and a memorial garden for those who died in the Tai Po fire.
26 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong tourism
Crowds at campsites ‘not out of control’: Hong Kong conservation authorities
Visitor flows at Sai Kung’s country parks over Lunar New Year ‘within expectations’, with no serious environmental damage amid 32 enforcement cases.
24 Feb 2026 - 3:24PM
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Hong Kong tourism
Calls for better supervision of Hong Kong’s campsites after areas inundated
While authorities have stepped up patrols in recent days, improvements in public education and limits on crowds needed, campers and hikers say.
21 Feb 2026 - 10:43PM
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Green group calls for action after Hong Kong campsites packed
More tents at Ham Tin Wan and Sai Wan campsites in Sai Kung but situation ‘under control’, authorities say.
19 Feb 2026 - 8:25PM
Hong Kong
8 people fall ill after eating seafood at Hong Kong’s Mandarin Oriental hotel
Health authorities suspect illness tied to raw food and note food poisoning cases have risen sharply in recent weeks.
10 Feb 2026 - 4:13PM
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Animals
Editorial
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Hong Kong should see animal protection as a shared civic duty
A pond-cleaning operation that resulted in the death of over a hundred fish highlights gaps in public awareness of and education on animal welfare.
1 Feb 2026 - 6:45AM
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