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My Take

My Take | Discovery Bay will never be the same if the restriction on taxi access is lifted

The enclave’s appeal is that it offers an environment that is different to the rest of the city. Do not let it lose that and become just another part of Hong Kong.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Medical intern suspended after complaint over patient data in social media post

Hong Kong politics

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs wraps up second bay area visit in 3 weeks

Crime in Hong Kong

Gucci shoes worth HK$11,000 stolen from shopping centre restroom in Hong Kong

Shopper bought shoes from Gucci store in Times Square and left them in restroom only to discover them gone when she returned.

The Times Square shopping centre in Causeway Bay. Photo: Sun Yeung
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Turtle found dead after apparent fall in Hong Kong’s Wong Tai Sin

Police say they were alerted at 2.09pm of incident at No 185 Hammer Hill Road.

Hong Kong housing

Landlords of 5,557 subdivided homes seek 3-year grace period to fix flats

Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho says 780 subdivided homes have been granted a grace period.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific and HK Express cut some flights as jet fuel prices rise

Cathay reduction affects flights mainly on regional routes, along with some services to Australia, South Asia and South Africa, from May 16 to June 30.

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On March 26, Cathay Pacific announced it would increase its fuel surcharge for all flights by 34 per cent from April. Photo: Eugene Lee
Banking & finance

Calls grow for HKMA to go further on stablecoins after conservative first batch

Analysts and investors say the HKMA’s cautious approach prioritises risk control, but limits Hong Kong’s digital asset ambitions.

Hong Kong society

Hins Cheung to lead arrested 2019 Hong Kong protesters on mainland exchange trips

Cantopop singer expresses remorse for past political stance, says he will serve as mentor for Security Bureau’s rehabilitation project.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong proposes mandatory renovation briefings to combat bid-rigging

Amendment to Building Management Ordinance aimed at enhancing homeowners’ participation and closing existing legal gaps after fatal Tai Po fire.

Authorities have proposed legal reforms to tighten building management rules after the deadly fire in Tai Po exposed flaws and bid‑rigging risks. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong politics

Tighter civil service disciplinary rules risk becoming excessive: union head

Federation of Civil Service Unions chairman raises concerns over civil servant retention amid efforts to deal with underperforming staff.

A union leader has cautioned that increasing pressure on frontline staff could further strain morale, particularly among younger recruits. Photo: Elson Li
US, Israel war on Iran

How the Gulf conflict recast risks for Asian investors in Dubai

Asian firms that use Dubai as a launch pad into the Middle East are weighing new threats to liquidity, logistics and confidence.

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IPO

What does China’s tightening grip on red-chip structures mean for IPOs?

China’s tougher stance on red-chip structures is reshaping the tech listing pipeline, adding uncertainty for companies targeting Hong Kong.

China trade

‘Cancelling orders’ in China: Hormuz oil crisis hits transport and manufacturing

Analysts and industry insiders say higher costs are squeezing margins, with some of China’s wary industrial heartland compelled to make day-to-day purchases.

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Employees work on an assembly line producing smartphone holders at a plastic-accessories factory in China’s Guangdong province earlier this month. Rising oil prices are driving up production costs for plastic manufacturers. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong transport

Discovery Bay developer submits proposal for full taxi access despite backlash

Hong Kong Resort Company seeks full taxi access and four new ranks, saying limited service hampers daily travel but it faces resident pushback.

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The company has proposed full access to Discovery Bay as well as four new taxi ranks. Photo: Karma Lo
Wellness

Hong Kong hairstylist’s cancer battle takes him on a crowdfunding campaign

Pitt Cheung and his brother Lego have so far raised thousands for nasopharyngeal cancer treatments not covered by Hong Kong’s public system.

Hong Kong stock market

Can Hong Kong’s listing reform 2.0 win over innovative firms?

The reforms enhance the city’s appeal for AI, biotech and other firms by slashing the market cap threshold and enabling confidential filings.

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Education in Hong Kong

73 public schools join new scheme to hire native English-speaking teachers

Hong Kong Education Bureau’s new scheme offers lower salaries but higher recruitment flexibility.

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The Education Bureau says the new scheme offers more hiring flexibility. Photo: Shutterstock
From our archives

In pictures: 50 years of mud, sweat and beers at the Hong Kong Rugby Sevens

Try, try again: a look back at the thrilling sporting action of Hong Kong’s premier tournament.

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Hong Kong’s rare, speedy response to fuel price surge shows preparedness

The short-term diesel subsidies and toll cuts included in the government package are expected to cost HK$1.96 billion.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Girl, 9, in a critical condition with meningococcal infection after holiday in Japan

Girl, who has an underlying illness, visited Japan in a tour group with her family.

The girl is in the intensive care unit at Princess Margaret Hospital. Photo: May Tse
Artificial intelligence

China banks buffer against AI contagions as US sweats over Anthropic’s Mythos

With Beijing prioritising financial stability, analysts say state lenders take a measured approach to generative models amid growing global cybersecurity risks.

With the United States warning banks about potential risks from Anthropic’s latest artificial intelligence model, analysts note how China is monitoring for any potential contagion risks. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Tai Po blaze: no fire risk checks done for HK$336 million estate renovation

Authorities did not pay special attention to fire hazards at residential estates undergoing large-scale maintenance before deadly fire, official says.

Hong Kong transport

Taxi passengers won’t benefit from Hong Kong’s 50% reduction in tunnel tolls

Government’s two-month relief measure for commercial vehicles during fuel crisis aimed at drivers, and passengers will still have to cover cost.

Education in Hong Kong

Bubble tea and YouTube topics please Hong Kong DSE exam takers, as poems add twist

Students and teachers praise English exam’s relatable themes despite poetry inclusion, but tutors warn an ‘easier’ paper may mean tougher scoring.

Hong Kong students found this year’s DSE English exam easier and more relatable, though the inclusion of poems caught many by surprise. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

New Kai Tak Hospital to open in 2 phases starting in October

With 2,400 beds, Hong Kong’s largest public hospital will serve patients in Kowloon.

The new hospital has a total gross floor area of 500,000 square metres. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Health chief hails tobacco control efforts as smoking rate falls to 8.5%

Prevalence of daily cigarette smokers aged 15 and older fell from 9.1 per cent in 2023.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Hong Kong animal groups urge HKTVmall boycott over life science experiments

Online retailer facing major backlash after parent company confirmed tests on pigs’ and sheep’s detached heads and limbs.

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