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Hong Kong politics
Opinion
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Bus seat belt fiasco proves good governance requires more than efficiency
Even if the government drafted perfect laws, lawmakers must scrutinise them without being afraid of performing their constitutional duty.
1 hour ago
Hong Kong courts
Editorial
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Tai Po fire highlights need for Hong Kong to allow class actions
4 hours ago
Hong Kong population
Opinion
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Boost birth rates? Governments should focus on the population they have
2 hours ago
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Hong Kong transport
New rail routes to mainland China nearly sold out ahead of Lunar New Year
All classes of tickets from Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Station to 14 of 16 new mainland stops fully booked from Friday through next Sunday.
8 Feb 2026 - 9:56PM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong reserves 4,000 homes for tenants hit by subdivided flats overhaul
Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho says demand from 30,000 affected households will be ‘digested’ over extended period.
8 Feb 2026 - 8:23PM
Hong Kong 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.
8 Feb 2026 - 7:33PM
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Ethnic minorities in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s Miss Nepal hopeful follows in mother’s pageant footsteps 32 years on
Hong Kong-born Deepmala Kharel Dhakal’s national crown bid highlights pride and spirit of city’s Nepalese community.
8 Feb 2026 - 12:00PM
Pets in Hong Kong
Editorial
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Furry friends in restaurants a big step towards a pet-friendly Hong Kong
The relaxation of public transport and dining rules acknowledges the social value of pets in a crowded city like Hong Kong.
8 Feb 2026 - 6:45AM
Citybus
Public bus driver makes detour to take child to hospital in Hong Kong
Citybus driver was travelling along Tolo Highway when passenger noticed child was unwell and sought help.
7 Feb 2026 - 10:26PM
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Hong Kong
My Take
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Bus seat belt law not at the end of the road despite fiasco of the first attempt
Legal blunder that saw legislation repealed is a blessing in disguise. Problems faced by passengers need to be considered and the policy improved.
7 Feb 2026 - 10:15PM
Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions
Hong Kong district councillor warned after parking illegally in fire exit lane
Chau Kit-ying reminded verbally and in writing to act in accordance with public expectations of district councillors, minister says.
7 Feb 2026 - 9:33PM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong plans to revive privacy law requiring firms to report data breaches
Privacy Commissioner Ada Chung says watchdog intends to consult lawmakers this year after legislative reform was put on hold in 2024.
7 Feb 2026 - 8:00PM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Opinion
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Fee hikes are only half the equation if Hong Kong health reform is to work
If paired with viable service alternatives, clear guidance and a stronger focus on prevention, price rises could become a catalyst for real change.
7 Feb 2026 - 9:30AM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Hong Kong toddler suspected to have fallen ill from tainted milk formula
Authorities also order 390 cans of Aptamil Profutura milk formula from Germany be taken off shelves.
7 Feb 2026 - 4:37PM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Medical Council to set time frame for sorting complaints under proposed shake-up
Proposed measures follow ombudsman slamming watchdog for excessively lengthy complaint-handling process.
6 Feb 2026 - 11:49PM
Hong Kong
Adidas says sorry over fitting room incident in Hong Kong, vows privacy review
Sportswear giant also says company management has met with customer to offer help.
6 Feb 2026 - 9:59PM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Patients given more hope as study finds best time for lung cancer treatment
‘Highly encouraging’ results uncovered after immunochemotherapy administered at different times in two groups of patients.
6 Feb 2026 - 8:02PM
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Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong to launch licensed ride-hailing services by fourth quarter of 2026
Government’s 124-page transport strategy blueprint also proposes measures for autonomous vehicles and a smart and green mass transit system.
6 Feb 2026 - 10:46PM
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Mahjong
Painted tiles, loud tables, new faces: shaping mahjong’s next chapter
The next generation of mahjong players around the world is preserving and reinventing a Hong Kong tradition.
6 Feb 2026 - 12:00PM
Hong Kong economy
Is Hong Kong barking up the wrong tree with dog-friendly restaurants?
Can pet-friendly premises really give Hong Kong’s economy a boost?
6 Feb 2026 - 8:32AM
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Cybersecurity
Editorial
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Hong Kong’s innovation goals must go hand in hand with cybersecurity
Recent reports on rising cyberattacks and data leaks underline the importance of bolstering cybersecurity in an AI-enhanced era.
6 Feb 2026 - 7:15AM
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
‘Drastic increase’ in food poisoning cases in Hong Kong linked to raw oysters
Centre for Health Protection has received 20 reports of norovirus-related food poisoning affecting 57 people since January 18.
5 Feb 2026 - 11:29PM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong ombudsman slams Medical Council’s ‘excessively long’ complaints system
Investigation also finds system plagued by persistent backlog of cases, with 895 complaints still pending as of last December.
5 Feb 2026 - 10:35PM
Jeffrey Epstein
Exclusive
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Jeffrey Epstein funded Hong Kong scholar’s search for ‘mind reading’, files show
Documents released by US Justice Department show years-long email correspondence and meetings in person, with financier providing funds.
6 Feb 2026 - 8:50AM
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Accidents and personal safety
Hong Kong hiker rescued after falling from cliff, clinging to tree
Man was airlifted to safety after falling from slope along Tsing Shan Monastery Path.
5 Feb 2026 - 7:12PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong fire inquiry finds key clues of systemic failures: barrister
At the first meeting, residents of Wang Fuk Court call on committee to identify and hold those responsible to account.
5 Feb 2026 - 9:59PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Senior civil servants to face scrutiny in Hong Kong blaze inquiry
Senior civil servants and department heads among witnesses to be cross-examined by an independent committee as victims demand accountability.
5 Feb 2026 - 8:30AM
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Operation Santa Claus
Editorial
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Operation Santa Claus success shows Hong Kong’s robust charity spirit
The citywide campaign has helped define Hong Kong’s character as a city willing to help disaster survivors and those in need of support.
5 Feb 2026 - 7:16AM
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