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A sticker advertising Hong Kong’s HK$2 transport subsidy scheme for elderly and disabled passengers, displayed on a bus in Mong Kok. Photo: Sam Tsang
Secretary for Labour and Welfare (HK)

Government to launch guide to help elderly Hongkongers with revised HK$2 fares

Welfare chief says authorities will widely publicise changes to scheme, and guide will show commuters best routes to help them save money.

Accidents and personal safety

Truck driver injured as vehicle slams into fire engine on Hong Kong highway

Hong Kong

Changes to Hong Kong’s HK$2 transport subsidy scheme to kick in on April 3

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Hong Kong economy

Letters | How Hong Kong can prepare to bring its transport blueprint to life

Readers discuss the long-term vision for the city’s transport network, and ways to boost the birth rate.

A Keeta drone delivering a traditional “Poon Choi” basin feast arrives at Ting Kok Village, Tai Po, for the Guan Yu ceremony, on February 27. Developing the low-altitude economy is part of Hong Kong’s transport vision. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Legco could refer to mainland experience in boosting efficiency

The difference between the administrative and legislative systems of the mainland and Hong Kong does not preclude learning from the other side.

Hong Kong economy

Amid Iran war, Hongkongers choose short-haul high-speed rail trips

With war raging in the Middle East, tickets for mainland Chinese destinations are being snapped up.

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Hong Kong society

Rodent trip: hamster hitches ride on bus to Sha Tin

Golden brown Syrian hamster spotted by a passenger on KMB bus from Central.

A hamster was spotted on the floor of a KMB bus on Sunday morning. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Plan for full taxi access to Discovery Bay sparks anger among residents

More than 1,100 people sign petition calling for greater public consultation.

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Hong Kong economy

Flying start for low-altitude economy goals as 100 drone projects proposed

Some pilot projects are set to launch in the first half of the year, transport chief Mable Chan says.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s ‘ghost oil’ stations rake in ‘HK$10,000 a day’ as petrol prices soar

Operators are smuggling untaxed petrol into Hong Kong and selling it to car owners via coded WhatsApp messages.

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Authorities have been clamping down on illegal fuel stations. Photo: Sam Tsang
Crime in Hong Kong

2 Hongkongers held after raids on 3 illegal fuel stations amid oil price spike

Joint crackdown by Fire Services Department and Customs and Excise Department led to arrest of a suspected station operator and customer.

The illicit fuel station in a car park at Lok Wah North Estate in Ngau Tau Kok. Photo: Sam Tsang
KMB

Bus driver union slams KMB policy to turn off air con when no patrons on board

Motor Transport Workers General Union hits out at bus firm’s measure to save fuel amid surging oil prices triggered by Middle East conflict.

Road safety in Hong Kong

Injured buffalo euthanised after causing rush-hour jam on Hong Kong highway

Part of Tsing Long Highway in Yuen Long was temporarily closed after car hit animal that had wandered into fast lane.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Woman wanted over possible illegal fuel truck that went up in flames

Truck reduced to a charred wreck at a car park on Container Port Road South in Kwai Chung.

The truck is engulfed by a fierce fire in Kwai Chung. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong taxis

Editorial | Digital revolution can revive Hong Kong taxi industry’s image

Embracing e-payments will shed the industry’s technophobia and improve services, raising its standing with the public.

A taxi interior is plastered with advertising for various electronic payment systems for settling fares, on March 10. Taxis are required to offer at least two e-payment options – one QR code-based and one non-QR code method – from April 1. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Iran war shows urgency of Hong Kong’s green shipping transition

As an international maritime hub, the city must speed up green fuel bunkering and strengthen its marine war-risk insurance business.

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Accidents and personal safety

Elderly driver arrested after car mounts pavement in Hong Kong, injuring 9

Surveillance footage shows man, 75, attempting U-turn before accident on Lam Hing Street in Kowloon Bay.

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Transport and logistics

Editorial | Sustainable ferry services vital for Hongkongers on outlying islands

The city must find an operation model that guarantees viable services without breaking the bank for island residents.

Passengers enjoy the view on a ferry from Central to Cheung Chau on October 2, 2025. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

New system launches smoothly despite minor glitches on MTR’s Tsuen Wan line

Some trains misaligned with platform screen doors, but such teething problems rare as Hong Kong rail operator deploys additional staff to aid service.

MTR Corporation

Glitches possible as new signalling system starts on Tsuen Wan line: MTR Corp

Train and platform screen doors not aligning properly at stations and automatic speed adjustments on sections of line are possible.

Cathay Pacific

Beijing first stop as Cathay launches global drive to hire 3,000 workers

Hong Kong carrier has openings for pilots, flight attendants and engineers as well as vacancies for digital positions.

Cathay Pacific has openings for cabin crew among other vacancies. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

Hong Kong to boost direct flights, transfer capacity amid Middle East turmoil

Transport chief Mable Chan says authorities ‘seizing opportunity’ presented by aviation disruption to coordinate with local airlines.

A Cathay Pacific aircraft takes off at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Sam Tsang
MTR Corporation

Hong Kong MTR Corp pay rise below expectations: union

Most non-managerial staff to get salary increases from 1.6 to 3.84 per cent for the 2026-27 financial year, firm says.

Greater Bay Airlines

Greater Bay Airlines to raise fuel surcharges, joining Hong Kong rivals

Surcharge on flights originating from Hong Kong for all destinations except mainland China and the Maldives will increase by 104 per cent.

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Accidents and personal safety

Man injured after lithium battery catches fire on Hong Kong bus

Police received report at 7.21pm of fire on bus travelling along Citybus route E21.

Firefighters arrive at the scene of the blaze. Photo: Handout
US, Israel war on Iran

More Hong Kong drivers head to mainland China to refuel as oil prices rise

Previously, residents were topping up their tanks once or twice a month, but they are now making weekly trips, automobile association says.

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A petrol station in Mong Kok. Hong Kong’s pump prices have surpassed HK$30 per litre for both petrol and diesel. Photo: Jelly Tse
MTR Corporation

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp net profit falls 6.9% amid weaker mainland China revenue

Profit drops to HK$14.68 billion with rail giant citing lower mainland and overseas project contributions.

Accidents and personal safety

Man held after Hong Kong bridge crash injures 11, disrupts airport-bound traffic

Man arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified and using vehicle without third-party insurance.

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