3 h. ago Can Hong Kong’s Hutchison ride out storm over Panama ports deal after Beijing attack?

Experts say Hutchison, part of tycoon Li Ka-shing’s empire, is now caught in a dilemma and might end up being punished by both the United States and China.

Events

5 h. ago Hong Kong urged to speed up adoption of electric lorries and taxis

Civic Exchange also stresses importance of catching up with country’s environmental goals to ensure carbon emissions peak before 2030.

Politics

5 h. ago South China Morning Post wins 12 prizes at Hong Kong News Awards

Editor-in-chief Tammy Tam praises ‘outstanding’ work, as Post picks up awards across categories from writing and reporting to photography and design.

Events

7 h. ago China’s fiery criticism of Panama port deal puts pressure on Li Ka

The US$23 billion sale is not final, but needs no Chinese or Hong Kong approval, leaving CK Hutchison to decide whether to proceed, analysts say.

Events

7 h. ago Hong Kong to spend at least HK$100 million studying new cross

Express railway beginning in Hung Shui Kiu in New Territories will feature co-location checkpoint in Shenzhen.

Economics

7 h. ago Could indefinite embryo storage lead to a baby boom in Hong Kong?

Proposal would not only offer more flexibility for working women but could also tap into economic potential of the industry.

Politics

8 h. ago HK$880 to be a panda pal? Hong Kong’s Ocean Park launches fan club for twin cubs

Keung To and Ian Chan of boy band Mirror will join fan club’s private visit of panda cubs ‘Elder Sister’ and ‘Younger Brother’ next month.

Politics

9 h. ago Hong Kong’s MTR Corp to accept popular mainland Chinese payment card from next week

Mainland Chinese visitors will be able to pay for most MTR trips by tapping China T-Union Card, which is used in over 300 cities across the border.

Politics

10 h. ago Hong Kong BN(O) passport holders exempt from needing ETA to travel to UK

Amendment to immigration rules, suggested by migration and citizenship minister Seema Malhotra, has now been implemented.

Politics

10 h. ago Hong Kong's CK Hutchison under fire after China criticism of ports sale to US

Hong Kong's CK Hutchison under fire after China criticism of ports sale to US  Reuters

Events

11 h. ago Hong Kong health chief confirms patients may pay separate fees for scans like MRI

Health minister Lo Chung-mau says separate fees will be part of ‘significant’ reforms to healthcare subsidy model.

Science

11 h. ago Hong Kong health chief confirms patients may pay separate fees for scans like MRIs

Health minister Lo Chung-mau says hospitalised patients and those visiting emergency rooms would be excluded from proposed move.

Science

13 h. ago Hong Kong arrivals rise 7% to 8.4 million in first 2 months of 2025

Short-haul markets such as the Philippines and Indonesia record the steepest growth in arrivals.

Politics

14 h. ago Humidity drops visibility below 3km as Hong Kong braces for cold snap

Forecaster says visibility to remain low on Saturday too as humid easterly airstream hits coast of Guangdong.

Politics

14 h. ago Hong Kong visibility falls below 3km as humidity lingers ahead of cold snap

Forecaster says visibility to remain low on Saturday too as humid easterly airstream hits coast of Guangdong.

Politics

15 h. ago AIA posts record 2024 earnings as new business in Hong Kong, Southeast Asia surges

Hong Kong new sales rose 23 per cent to a record US$1.8 billion in 2024 as mainland Chinese bought more policies on their visits.

Politics

16 h. ago Hong Kong sets up task force after gastroenteritis outbreak on mainland study trips

Education chief Christine Choi urges schools to prioritise pupils’ safety, take preventive measures and stay informed about global epidemiology.

Politics

16 h. ago Hong Kong task force to look into gastroenteritis cases on mainland study trips

Education chief Christine Choi urges schools to prioritise pupils’ safety, take preventive measures and stay informed about global epidemiology.

Politics

17 h. ago Hong Kong needs a more inspiring and engaging marathon route

Rather than soulless freeways and tunnels, imagine looping round Victoria Harbour, through local neighbourhoods and ending at Kai Tak Sports Park.

Sport

18 h. ago Hong Kong set to add hospital charges but also widen safety net for neediest

Patients may pay separately for services such as CT scans, but some ‘middle-class’ residents with critical illnesses would get more help, source says.

Events