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Chinese investors rush to open Hong Kong accounts amid Beijing crackdown
Some mainlanders fear losing access to investment products that offer higher returns…
Hong Kong Charges 7 People and 2 Companies Over Deadly Apartment Fire
The 25 charges include manslaughter and conspiracy. They are the first to emerge from a monthslong investigation into a blaze that killed 168 people.…
Don’t dream it’s over: mainland students rethink Hong Kong over costs, culture
Growing number of mainland Chinese students in Hong Kong inclined to leave after graduation, though some still prefer city’s lifestyle and perks.…
Hong Kong parents of undocumented baby Danny confident of regaining custody
Tsang Wai-bong also tells SCMP he and partner may deal with birth certificate on Saturday and are hopeful DNA tests can help win back daughter Lily.…
Hong Kong authorities prosecute grocery shop over video of rats on exposed meat
Food and Environmental Hygiene Department takes action against branch of Qiandama in Kwun Tong after rats seen roaming over and feeding on exposed pig carcasses.…
Global Prosperity Summit 2026 showcases Hong Kong’s role in future-focused industries and global cooperation
Experts discuss why the city is a premier platform for dialogue, innovation and development in both established and emerging fields.…
China, US clash over Tiananmen anniversary; Taiwan says face up to history
China on Thursday blasted U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s comments on the deadly crackdown on protesters in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square 37 years ago as “smearing” the country’…
12 Hangry Men – jury equity from the Old Bailey to Hong Kong
How a centuries-old court ruling gave jurors the right to acquit a defendant based on conscience alone and shaped the modern courtroom.…
Hong Kong’s first astronaut success is also a story of youth potential
Hongkongers and the city’s universities can play a meaningful role in China’s space programme. The sky is not the limit.…
West’s xenophobia, cash woes present huge openings for Hong Kong, scholar says
Kazakhstan’s Nazarbayev University set to launch another joint undergraduate programme with Polytechnic University.…
A Hong Kong artist trying to mark the Tiananmen crackdown is quickly stopped by police - AP News
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The Shenzhen playbook: Why infrastructure matters more than tax holidays, By Damilola Aina
The Shenzhen experience ultimately demonstrates that industrial transformation is not accidental. It requires deliberate planning, sustained infrastructure investment and a long-te…
MTR Corp boss Jacob Kam elected chairman of Hong Kong’s largest business chamber
Kam takes over as head of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce for one-year term.…
A Hong Kong artist tries to mark the Tiananmen crackdown. He was quickly stopped by police
A performance artist in Hong Kong has tried to display a red thread to remember the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown…
Baidu CFO Henry He says the company expects to spin off and list its chip unit Kunlunxin in Hong Kong and Shanghai in 2026, making it a "neutral player" (Tracy Qu/Wall Street Journal)
Universities in Hong Kong and Kazakhstan deepen ties during Lee’s visit
Education University of Hong Kong and Polytechnic University sign agreements with Nazarbayev University on research and other areas.…
Malaysia taps Hong Kong battery expertise to power ambitions for electricity grid
The deal will help tackle solar storage challenges and comes as Malaysia prepares to roll out its first major grid-scale battery procurement.…
How a couple lost their 3 children in as many countries and were arrested in Hong Kong
Authorities to take baby boy into protection after parents refuse DNA test for birth registration, but his sisters were also victims of a troubled history.…
More Hong Kong airlines cancel flights as Typhoon Jangmi bears down on Tokyo
Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines and Greater Bay Airlines cancel, reschedule flights as Typhoon Jangmi batters Japan.…
Warning over home births, vaccine refusal after unregistered baby case in Hong Kong
Doctor says unassisted home births carry extremely high risks, following arrest of baby Danny’s parents over refusal to provide DNA test.…
‘King Sir’ Chung King-fai, titan of Hong Kong theatre, is dead at 89
Nephew confirms death on TVB social media page, saying Chung died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday morning.…
Fugitive Hong Kong charity director sued in US over real estate ‘shell game’
Complaint alleges Jacob Lam, founder of scandal-hit charity, defrauded developer of over a year’s services and costs.…
Hong Kong pitches Northern Metropolis as ASEAN gateway to Greater Bay Area
Delegation of diplomats and business leaders explores how the mega-development could provide Southeast Asian firms with opportunities across southern China…
Hong Kong is emerging as a leading capital hub of the multipolar era
As wealth creation’s centre of gravity shifts, expect Hong Kong to not only survive but also gain renewed strategic importance.…
Hong Kong authorities to take over care of undocumented baby after parents’ arrest
Legislator Reverend Peter Koon also says baby Danny may be later placed in foster care until parents are deemed fit to regain custody.…
Zhipu AI says it plans to apply for a listing in Shanghai; Zhipu's Hong Kong-listed shares are up over 10x since its January IPO, giving it an $83B market cap (Reuters)
Reuters : Zhipu AI says it plans to apply for a listing in Shanghai; Zhipu's Hong Kong-listed shares are up over 10x since its January IPO, giving it an $83B market cap — Knowledge…
Hong Kong’s old buildings: 5 lessons for urban renewal
The city’s tong lau arcades, high-density blocks and webs of skywalks have long been telling us what a humane, climate-aware city can look like.…
How Tiananmen Square vigils in Hong Kong have become unlawful
In May, Hong Kong's High Court began hearing closing arguments in the case of two democracy activists charged with inciting subversion for organising a candlelight vigil to remembe…
Inaugural Hong Kong Comic Con draws massive crowds and global vendors
Pop culture enthusiasts pack exhibition floor, driving optimism among international exhibitors for three-day event.…
Hong Kong must remove bottlenecks to grow yacht economy, industry leaders say
Call comes after Beijing eases restrictions on yachts from Hong Kong and Macau entering mainland cities in Greater Bay Area.…
Hong Kong charity calls for foster carers from diverse backgrounds to ease backlog
Mother’s Choice urges people of all backgrounds to step forward as 222 vulnerable children wait for temporary homes.…
2 soccer players and a betting agent receive prison terms for match-fixing in Hong Kong
A Hong Kong court has sentenced two soccer players and a betting agent to up to 17 months in prison for bribery, match-fixing and illegal gambling in a prominent sports scandal. T…
Hong Kong cross-border car scheme to Guangdong extended to 2031
Mainland authorities confirm extension to Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge scheme, citing strong demand and millions of cross-border journeys since 2023 launch.…
Tourism offers a lifeline to Hong Kong’s dwindling open-air food stalls
Dai pai dong have been in decline for years, but locals and visitors alike are keeping them alive…
Hong Kong to curb flavoured tobacco in next phase of controls: health chief
Health minister says ‘poisoned chalice’ of flavoured e-cigarettes uses sugar-coated toxins to mask bitter taste and hook younger people.…
Hong Kong cuts emergency mobile alert activation time from an hour to 15 minutes
Alerts can also be tailored to specific districts under upgraded Emergency Alert System.…
Filing shows Shanghai-based MiniMax has begun preparations for a Chinese IPO; the AI company listed in Hong Kong in January and says its ARR has reached $300M (Bloomberg)
Bloomberg : Filing shows Shanghai-based MiniMax has begun preparations for a Chinese IPO; the AI company listed in Hong Kong in January and says its ARR has reached $300M — China's…
Singapore security union backs guards after row with swearing Hong Kong principal
The group said the workers ‘received an aggressive verbal tirade of profanities’ during a parking dispute involving Lee Cheuk‑hing.…
Beijing allows Hong Kong yachts to berth more easily in some mainland Chinese ports
State Council revamps maritime policies, exempting Hong Kong and Macau yachts from customs guarantees and simplifying registration in Greater Bay Area.…
Chip boom powers Hong Kong stock exchange at 40. Innovation, resilience set next stage
US$6.1 trillion exchange marks its 40th year amid fierce global competition, as brokers see challenges sparking opportunities.…
Hong Kong — sanctions-buster, grade inflation tricks parents and other commentary
“The U.S. can’t stop the illegal flow of oil solely by chasing tankers at sea,” warns The Wall Street Journal’s Jillian Kay Melchior.…
Ex-chief of Hong Kong journalist union serving 5-day jail term after losing appeal
Ronson Chan had appealed against his conviction and five-day jail sentence for obstructing a police officer in 2022.…
Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as top cross-border wealth hub
2 footballers, bookie jailed up to 17 months in Hong Kong match-fixing scandal
Ex-Hong Kong Under-23 player Brian Fok, Luciano Silva da Silva and betting agent Waheed Mohammad undermined integrity of the sport, judge says.…
Hong Kong’s John Lee, lawmakers hold talks on city’s first five-year blueprint
Closed-door meeting held ahead of the government’s planned launch of a public consultation next month.…
Students can play role in US-China ties, Xi says in letter to Hong Kong student
Liu Runjie receives letter after he and other students shared their experiences in youth friendship programme with president, university says.…
Hong Kong’s first leader feted by New York institute for fostering China-US ties
Tung Chee-hwa honoured alongside families of former US presidents Richard Nixon and George H W Bush, as well as the Rockefeller family.…
Tomas Roberto: We must shut down Hong Kong’s office for intimidation and repression in Britain
Britain has, quite rightly, offered refuge to Hong Kongers fleeing political persecution. It cannot simultaneously allow the apparatus of that persecution to operate, unchecked, wi…
Former leader of Hong Kong journalist group sent to prison after obstruction conviction
Former Hong Kong journalist leader Ronson Chan begins a five-day prison sentence after losing an appeal for obstructing police.…
86% of Hong Kong children get preferred school places as applications plunge 16%
Education Bureau reveals 14,093 children allocated place in one of their top three choices under central allocation stage.…
Global Prosperity Summit 2026 reinforces Hong Kong’s strategic importance in advancing Apec cooperation and global governance
GPS 2026 highlights the city as a ‘bridge for exchange’ and regional growth driver ahead of this year’s Apec meeting in Shenzhen.…
Hong Kong police arrest boy, 14, after blade found on Citybus double-decker
Box cutter measuring 13cm discovered between two seats on route 37A on Wednesday.…
Woman suffers 40% burns in Hong Kong flat explosion caused by ‘gas leak’
Residents in several floors have been evacuated, with Towngas saying it has sent staff members to check for possible gas leaks in the vicinity.…
Students divided over Hong Kong principal’s resignation after Singapore clash
Some accepted Lee Cheuk‑hing’s actions as sincere while others say he should be held accountable for tarnishing school’s image.…
Can pay penalties improve Hong Kong civil service or are they ‘a slap on the wrist’?
Experts say move to withhold increments from bottom 10% of underperformers will have limited impact, noting over third of staff already reached maximum pay scale.…
Will Hong Kong break its May ‘hot night’ record amid ongoing heatwave?
Forecaster says minimum temperatures have stayed at or above 28 degrees for six straight days, matching a May record set in 2021.…
Hong Kong well placed to help Central Asia grow yuan trade, leading banker says
Stephen Chan says city is natural choice for Central Asian countries looking to expand renminbi usage in trade and investment.…
Hong Kong drainage project suspended after worker struck by chain hoist dies
Director of drainage services asked contractor to provide appropriate assistance to victim’s family after expressing his deepest condolences.…
The evolution of Hong Kong’s independent common law
A recent Court of Final Appeal ruling confirms that the city’s common law is its very own.…
Hong Kong’s golden window to renew ageing housing estates is now
After years of playing catch-up, Hong Kong can begin to look beyond the short term and make bolder plans for its public housing estates.…