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A person enjoys a run in the Kai Tak Sky Garden on March 31. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

Letters | Hong Kong can’t just build a monorail in Kai Tak and hope for the best

Readers discuss going beyond infrastructure to ensure Kai Tak thrives, a Cantopop singer’s change of heart, and the Hong Kong dollar peg.

Universities in Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong remains one of Asia’s most competitive higher education systems

My Life

Jane Houng: musician, author – and mother of a murdered child

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong universities back AI-themed study tours to woo non-local students

Authorities eye summer study tours to make better use of campus resources and bring more non-local students to city.

The Hong Kong International AI Art Festival by Bauhinia Culture at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre last year. Photo: Dickson Lee
Education in Hong Kong

How many non-local students are going to Hong Kong universities since quota rise?

‘We will not rule out reviewing the quota if there is such a need, and the universities’ supporting facilities are ready,’ minister says.

Education in Hong Kong

HKU ranks seventh globally for education as East Asia ‘makes strides’

Times Higher Education releases latest annual subject rankings, with Peking University entering top 10 for computer science for first time.

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Hong Kong housing

Editorial | Hong Kong must tackle the ‘demoralising impact’ of unaffordable housing

With a new study underlining how much harder it has become for young people to afford a flat in the private market, the search for solutions should be stepped up.

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Tsui Ping (South) Estate in Kwun Tong with Lion Rock in the background on September 15, 2025. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Academia must ensure AI is used responsibly

Cases of misuse by students and scholars should prompt universities to reconsider how the technology is integrated, to ensure standards are maintained.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Over 99% of Hongkongers have low immunity against ‘super flu’: researchers

University of Hong Kong researchers urge public to get vaccinated against rapidly spreading strain, saying current vaccines are still effective.

Education in Hong Kong

Citing ‘instability’, University of Hong Kong denies mourning venue after fire

Student publication Undergrad says HKU did not provide detailed reason for refusal but cited concerns of ‘social instability’ and ‘force majeure’.

The University of Hong Kong campus in Pok Fu Lam. Photo: Sam Tsang
Architecture and design

Building on waves: a Chinese triumph in temporary architecture

A Zhejiang pavilion takes top honours at the RIBA Asia Pacific Awards, alongside a Hong Kong finalist celebrating the beauty of impermanence.

GN Architects’ Seaside Pavilion, on Chaishan island, Zhejiang province, clinched the Temporary Architecture prize in the 2025 RIBA Asia Pacific Awards. Photo: courtesy GN Architects
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Why Hong Kong universities are heading north for mainland Chinese collaborations

Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University, which celebrates its 20th year, is a case study for why strategic cooperation is vital.

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Hong Kong property

Hong Kong talent scheme: They came for jobs. Will they stay to buy homes?

Imported professionals could sustain the property market – if they put down roots and transition from renting to owning.

Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong medical student gets 1 year probation for filming men in dorm showers

University of Hong Kong student avoids jail for using hidden phone to film two male hallmates showering, calling the act a ‘one-off’ mistake.

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Chung Chun-yu, 23, was sentenced to a year’s probation at Eastern Court. Photo: Eugene Lee
Science

QS university rankings ridiculed in China as latest listing bombs online

Social media commenters point out anomalies, calling the results ‘nonsense’ and ‘unintentionally funny’.

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Tsinghua University in Beijing is widely regarded as one of China’s leading universities. Photo: Shutterstock
Artificial intelligence

Editorial | Timely review of AI guidelines at Hong Kong universities essential

It is incumbent upon the higher education sector to set good examples in this new era of rapid technological advance.

Education in Hong Kong

Journal defends work with fake AI citations amid Hong Kong university probe

Veteran journal editor calls for better enforceable policies to regulate the role of artificial intelligence in academic work.

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SCMP Highlights

US singer unknowingly marries sultan, HKU ranks first in Asia: 7 highlights

From Vivian Kong’s Legco bid to the University of Hong Kong ranking first in Asia, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

Brittany Porter poses with Sultan Muhammad V. Photo: Instagram/its.brook.lynn
Education in Hong Kong

HKU regains Asia’s No 1 spot, 5 Hong Kong universities in top 10 for first time

University of Hong Kong president Xiang Zhang says recognition is both honour and responsibility.

Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | University of Hong Kong ‘pursuing plan’ to open Saudi Arabia campus

‘The university sees an opportunity in Saudi Arabia and has a plan to open a campus in Riyadh,’ source says.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong pioneers world-first clinical trial for breast cancer procedure

Clinical trial integrates lipofilling surgical practices with breast conservation, offering patients solution for better post-op well-being.

Breast cancer was the most common form of cancer among women in Hong Kong in 2022, according to the Centre for Health Protection. Photo: Getty Images
Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Debut ranking in top 10% globally boosts self-awareness: Hong Kong EdU head

While ranking is globally recognised, it does not fully reflect an institution’s unique characteristics and strengths, president says.

Education University of Hong Kong has been ranked among the world’s top 10 per cent of universities. Photo: EDUHK
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Hong Kong must step up efforts against fraudulent university applications

Heightened vigilance and stronger law enforcement are needed against people who cheat the system, to protect the ‘Study in Hong Kong’ brand.

Education in Hong Kong

126 fake academic credential reports logged in first 7 months: Hong Kong police

Force arrested 55 people between January 2022 and July this year for allegedly using fraudulent credentials at local universities.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong in fight for foreign university students as Singapore emerges as rival

Number of international first-year students at city’s public universities below pre-pandemic levels despite government doubling quotas.

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The University of Hong Kong admitted the most non-local students in the last academic year. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong medical student pleads guilty to filming schoolmates in campus showers

Chung Chun-yu, 23, admits to two counts of voyeurism at University of Hong Kong dormitory in 2024.

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The University of Hong Kong’s Madam S H Ho Residence for Medical Students. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

6 Hong Kong universities set new record in global top 200

Times Higher Education says rankings highlight shift in research and higher education excellence from West to Asia.

Chinese Basketball Association

Hong Kong basketball college team blame system for Asian University event showing

Non-release of regular starters, poor development, coach shortage among reasons for University of Hong Kong finishing last, they say.

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