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Hong Kong's music scene
Where Hong Kong’s teens and an 88-year-old share the dance floor
As Leslie Cheung and Faye Wong echo through the nightclub, a love letter to Cantopop gives the city a space for joy and belonging.
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Legacy of war in Asia
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Amid historical tensions with Japan, Hong Kong must engage for the future
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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
Hong Kong’s late summer flu season is over. But official says jabs still vital
9 Jan 2026 - 2:00AM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong issues fresh reminder to buckle up ahead of January 25 seat belt rules
Passengers must wear seat belts if available on public and private buses, while drivers are responsible for child passengers’ safety.
8 Jan 2026 - 11:27PM
Accidents and personal safety
Hong Kong ombudsman raises concerns over repeated landslides on man-made slopes
Since 2008, most cases of repeated landslides are either not included in monitoring programme or deemed relatively low priority, ombudsman says.
8 Jan 2026 - 10:11PM
Centre for Food Safety (HK)
Toxins ruled out in cases of Hong Kong infants falling ill after having formula
Department of Health yet to determine if 14th report of unwell infant after eating potentially contaminated baby formula.
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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Independent committee probing Hong Kong fire to start hearings in first quarter
Former chairman of Bar Association Victor Dawes appointed committee’s lead counsel, according to document seen by the Post.
8 Jan 2026 - 5:45PM
Hong Kong housing
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Long-term housing for Tai Po fire survivors requires flexible approach
With some affected residents having to find new accommodation this month, the government must advance work on long-term arrangements.
8 Jan 2026 - 6:45AM
Hong Kong police
Off-duty Hong Kong police sergeant suspended for alleged drink-driving
Station sergeant allegedly drove private car under the influence of alcohol and crashed into police van at Kowloon East regional headquarters.
8 Jan 2026 - 12:05AM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong firms set to return to projects as new scaffolding nets expected soon
Deadly Tai Po blaze triggered the citywide removal of protective mesh at around 420 buildings undergoing renovations.
8 Jan 2026 - 3:33AM
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Urban Renewal Authority (HK)
Hong Kong’s embattled Urban Renewal Authority raises HK$8 billion in bond sale
Cash-strapped authority sells two tranches of bonds, one worth HK$5 billion with five-year term and other for HK$3 billion with 10-year term.
8 Jan 2026 - 12:30AM
Hong Kong
Nestle Hong Kong’s baby formula recall: what parents need to know about risks
The Post examines the recall, the risk associated with the toxin, and recommended disposal steps for affected items.
7 Jan 2026 - 7:23PM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong police safely dispose of WWII British grenade found in park
Police say the grenade found in Aberdeen Country Park by workers was safely handled with no evacuation needed.
7 Jan 2026 - 5:07PM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong moves ticketing for driving licence applications online to beat touts
Policy change aims to distribute tickets in a fair and orderly manner, Transport Department says.
7 Jan 2026 - 10:35PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Tai Po housing site ‘viable option’ for fire victims: Hong Kong councillors
Lo Hiu-fung says government should consider plot, about 1.5km from fire-hit Wang Fuk Court, if it wants to help victims resettle as soon as possible.
7 Jan 2026 - 9:30PM
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Man found with son after going missing in Hong Kong arrested for child neglect
Baby was given preliminary check and no superficial injuries were found, but he will be admitted to hospital for further examination, insider says.
7 Jan 2026 - 6:40PM
Hong Kong economy
Letters
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Besides part-time employees, Hong Kong should protect gig workers
Readers discuss the status of gig-based work, a health safety net, and the seizure of Nicolas Maduro.
7 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
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Animal welfare in Hong Kong
Hong Kong group saves 351 animals in 6 months as trapping, smuggling cases surge
Paws Guardian Rescue Shelter reports that animal cruelty cases are ‘alarmingly common’ as it calls for stronger action to be taken.
7 Jan 2026 - 10:59PM
Hong Kong
Nestle Hong Kong recalls 21 batches of baby milk formula over toxin fears
Consuming contaminated products may cause vomiting and diarrhoea, Centre for Food Safety warns.
7 Jan 2026 - 12:13AM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong think tank backs call to make bid‑rigging a crime after fatal fire
Bid-rigging is currently classified as ‘serious anticompetitive conduct’ under Competition Ordinance and punishable only by fines.
6 Jan 2026 - 9:02PM
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Operation Santa Claus
The charity helping Hong Kong children climb, jump and explore nature
‘We found that when we took kids outdoors for activities, the results were very good,’ Gaia Education chief officer says.
6 Jan 2026 - 11:05AM
US-Venezuela conflict
Maduro’s capture sparks hope, concern among Venezuelans in Hong Kong
‘Everyone wants their country to be the greatest; I just want a regular country,’ resident says amid fears over South American nation’s future.
6 Jan 2026 - 9:30AM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Fire-displaced Hongkongers staying in hostels appeal for more time to find homes
Some Hongkongers forced to stay in youth hotels after deadly Tai Po fire in November feel as if they are ‘being tossed around like a ball’.
6 Jan 2026 - 8:30AM
Explore Hong Kong
Glass observatory deck on Hong Kong Island promenade draws tens of thousands
About 7,000 people visited the glass walkway on weekend after its opening, with numbers peaking at 16,000 on New Year’s Day.
6 Jan 2026 - 12:15AM
Pop culture in Asia
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Hong Kong’s biggest fan-hosted anime event returns
Rainbow Gala, first held in 2007, has been held at Hong Kong’s AsiaWorld-Expo for a second time after the redevelopment of the Kowloon Bay International Trade & Exhibition Centre in 2024.
6 Jan 2026 - 10:15AM
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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Warning over proxy harvesting in Hong Kong amid renovation corruption crackdown
‘You must not sign a proxy form for someone you do not know,’ professional says after Tai Po fire triggers clampdown.
5 Jan 2026 - 6:12PM
Social media
Letters
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Scolding not the right way to curb children’s social media use
Readers discuss the parenting styles that are conducive to growth, raising awareness of Hong Kong’s new smoking rules, and minimising disruption in our water supply.
5 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong politics
Opinion
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Starry Lee or Ronick Chan? Lawmakers’ choice will reveal their priorities
How legislators vote will show how they see their roles and whether they prioritise national and city interests above personal political gain.
5 Jan 2026 - 9:30AM
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