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Hong Kong’s April lived-in home prices gain as duty cut spurred deals

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In a world increasingly concerned about environmental impact, the success of the city’s mega-events must go beyond attendance.

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Water supply resumes in Hong Kong’s Tuen Mun after leaking pipe fixed

Slow and middle lanes on Tuen Mun Road also reopened at around 6am after temporary closure, authorities say.

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German scientist wins Hong Kong’s Shaw Prize for pioneering 3D imaging work

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Hong Kong property

Well-heeled buyers swarm to New World-led Deep Water Pavilia luxury project

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The real estate investment firm has sold a number of properties in the last few months, while some of its assets are still on the market.

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Accidents and personal safety

Water supply for Hong Kong’s northern Tuen Mun shut off from 11pm

Authorities say decision made so engineers can carry out emergency repairs after water seepage reported on Tuen Mun Road.

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Hong Kong tourism

Dane Cheng to step down as head of Hong Kong Tourism Board in October

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Intense 550-degree blaze at Hong Kong warehouse set to burn ‘for some time’

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

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Following Donald Trump administration’s actions against Harvard University, John Lee says Hong Kong’s doors are ‘wide open’ to foreign students.

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