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Residents return to retrieve their belongings from Wang Fuk Court’s Wang Sun House in Tai Po. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Residents leave prayers and flowers on third day of return to Wang Fuk Court

Final batch of residents from Wang Sun House, among 79 households that registered to visit, scale 20 to 30 flights of stairs to reach higher floors.

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Polyfoam use left unchecked amid gap in supervision, Tai Po fire probe hears

Diplomacy

Opinion | It’s time to unlock Hong Kong’s international relations potential

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Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Editorial | Amid growing concern, Hong Kong should move faster on animal cruelty

A recent Ombudsman report highlights worrying shortcomings in the enforcement of the city’s laws against animal cruelty.

An SPCA team works to rescue a dog from a trap at the Shing Mun Reservoir in 2024. Photo: Elson Li
Education in Hong Kong

Number of Hong Kong school leavers seeking education elsewhere hits 14-year low

Only 2,671 of 40,948 Form Six graduates pursuing full-time courses chose to study outside Hong Kong last year, the lowest level since 2012.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong aiming to curb illicit fuel trade with tougher penalties: source

Buyers could face HK$1 million fine and one year in prison, while sellers risk up to HK$3 million fine and three years in jail under proposal.

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Mainland China

Fujii Kaze pulls plug on Hong Kong show as Japanese acts shun city

Hong Kong was originally listed as one of the stops in the singer-songwriter’s ‘Prema World Tour’.

Fujii Kaze has cancelled the Hong Kong leg of his coming world tour. Photo: Handout
Queen Elizabeth II

On This Day | A look back on Queen Elizabeth’s life, a century since her birth – SCMP archive

On this day 100 years ago, Queen Elizabeth II was born. Here’s a look back at SCMP’s coverage of some highlights from her life and reign.

Hong Kong

‘All risks must be controlled,’ John Lee says on basketball betting U-turn

City leader defends halt on basketball betting, citing ‘worrying’ prediction market trend.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hard to enforce fire safety even under amended laws: Tai Po probe chairman

Labour Department found that no workers smoked on site, safety officer says, suggesting that those repeatedly seen smoking eluded inspections.

The Wang Fuk Court fire, which started on November 26 last year, destroyed all but one of the estate’s eight blocks. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong

Hong Kong health authorities investigate third measles case among airport staff

Centre for Health Protection says 37-year-old man likely to have caught measles at workplace.

Hong Kong health authorities are investigating a third measles case involving an aircraft maintenance worker at the airport. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Mental health

Editorial | Hong Kong should do everything possible on youth mental health

Even with a slew of policies, the city must work harder to create a safe, supportive environment in which young people can thrive.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Editorial | As Tai Po fire victims return to flats, Hong Kong looks for closure

While pain and grief will be relived, it is a process of healing and closure for residents and the Hong Kong public.

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Hong Kong watchdog warns of undeclared gluten in Marks and Spencer yoghurt

The Centre for Food Safety is investigating the omission of gluten from ingredients list as the importer recalls the batch as a precaution.

Hong Kong’s food safety watchdog has urged people allergic to gluten not to eat a Marks & Spencer vanilla yoghurt product. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Body of 32-year-old man found floating off Hong Kong park

Man was pronounced dead at scene, with cause of death set to be determined after autopsy.

A 32-year-old man was found dead after being spotted floating in waters off a park in Tsing Yi. Photo: Google Maps
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Tai Po fire probe: member alleges rigged votes in management committee election

Committee member also admits owners’ corporation failed to follow through with threats to fine contractor for workers’ persistent smoking on site.

Hong Kong

Letters | Hong Kong must be more proactive on diversity in the civil service

Readers discuss representation of non-Chinese ethnic groups in the civil service, drugs for rare diseases, and the littering problem.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

‘Like charcoal’: Wang Fuk Court residents sift through ashes for belongings

Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk says first day of phased re-entry proceeded ‘in an orderly manner’ and describes process as ‘largely smooth’.

A resident surnamed Wong has said his seventh-floor flat in Wang Sun House was heavily damaged in the fire. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

20 Hong Kong couples each get HK$60,000 triple baby bonus but disbursement lags

Only HK$1.31 billion or 57.5 per cent of HK$2.28 billion allocated for baby bonus scheme used as of February, with three-year scheme set to end this October.

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Legislative Council of Hong Kong

Opinion | Why Hong Kong is hitting pause on basketball betting

As prediction platforms rise, the problem is not so much gambling but sports corruption. Unregulated betting offers temptingly large sums.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong’s spinal muscular atrophy patients seek aid for injection therapy

Oral medicine subsidies for patients aged 25 or above began early this year but adults still lack public funding for injections.

The Hong Kong Neuro-Muscular Association is calling for expanded medication subsidies for adults with spinal muscular atrophy. Photo: Jess Ma
Hong Kong

Over 250 rare Han dynasty relics on display in major Hong Kong showcase

Development chief Bernadette Linn calls exhibition a ‘sequel’ to last year’s Tang dynasty showcase, with 95 per cent of relics shown in city for first time.

Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn (right) views a Han dynasty artefact. Photo: Handout
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police deploy drones for first time to tackle illicit street gambling

Eight suspects arrested after drones used to patrol and identify various street gambling spots, police say.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Returning to a fire-ravaged home in Wang Fuk Court: what to prepare

If you plan to return to the Tai Po fire site to retrieve belongings, here are some ways to navigate the terrain and deal with emotional triggers.

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Hong Kong

‘No mood for work’: ship mechanic’s future clouded by Aberdeen marina project

‘I have put my heart and soul into the workshop for several decades … After the plan was announced, I have had no mood for work,’ David Chan says.

David Chan says he plans to keep working for a few years. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong tourism

Editorial | Stamp out coercive shopping tours to uphold Hong Kong’s reputation

Low-cost tours have proved difficult to eradicate but measures such as random inspections and harsher penalties could be considered.

Mainland Chinese visitors and tour groups take photos and stroll along the waterfront in Tsim Sha Tsui on April 14. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong

Editorial | HKUST study to decode longevity is the stuff of frontier science

The study could help lay the groundwork for personalised health management strategies, revolutionising how societies approach ageing.

Accidents and personal safety

14 hurt after minibus slams into back of goods vehicle in Hong Kong

Crash occurred at about 9.30pm in Tsing Yi.

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