69 m. ago Church in Hong Kong expected to remain bridge between Vatican and Beijing

Vatican and Beijing will be moving towards a more harmonious and conciliatory relationship no matter who the next pope is, expert says.

Politics

69 m. ago 100% rent hike forces Prince Jewellery to leave Hong Kong’s Russell Street after 21 years

Landlord plans to raise the rent for the prime retail space to HK$2.21 million, according to property agents.

Politics

9 h. ago Hong Kong authorities concerned over alleged secret filming of pupil in Shenzhen

Classmates allegedly filmed boy, 13, while he was showering and circulated clip among pupils and on social media.

Culture

10 h. ago 3 arrested in Hong Kong over 2,000 fake HK$500 million ‘bonds’

Two men and a woman, aged between 65 and 75, tried to open an account at a Standard Chartered branch in Mong Kok, police say.

Economics

10 h. ago Hong Kong shipping sector can navigate effects of US port fees, industry says

US plans to introduce a phased fee structure targeting Chinese vessel operators, owners and ships built in the country.

Politics

10 h. ago UN experts to assess Hong Kong’s rescue team for accreditation next year

Commander of team that was recently deployed to Myanmar confident about securing international accreditation, hails good progress.

Events

11 h. ago Hong Kong’s John Lee in Hangzhou to boost tech and economic ties

Cooperation agreements will cover technological innovation, housing, economic and trade partnerships, as well as youth development initiatives.

Economics

12 h. ago Hong Kong forests can store over 7 million tonnes of carbon, study finds

Conservancy Association releases findings of three-year study on carbon storage capacity of more than 100 tree species native to Hong Kong.

Politics

12 h. ago Hong Kong beauty centre closure sparks probe into HK$200,000 of prepaid packages

At least 22 complaints have been made with individual victims reporting losses ranging between HK$10,000 and HK$20,000.

Politics

13 h. ago Can US tariffs targeting Hong Kong’s ‘very survival’ really choke the life out of it?

The US is after Hong Kong’s survival, top Beijing official says. But the free port and trading hub must weather the storm with vigilance.

Events

13 h. ago Hong Kong Democratic Party chief says no turning back on group’s dissolution

In talk show hosted by former party chairwoman and Legco member Emily Lau, Lo Kin-hei also says he won’t stand in future elections nor emigrate.

Politics

14 h. ago Hong Kong box office receipts drop by 65% during Easter holiday

Sales across four-day period stood at HK$13.5 million, with local thriller Peg O’ My Heart ranking fourth.

Sport

16 h. ago Hong Kong airport project subcontractor charged by ICAC for allegedly exploiting workers

Subcontractor director Chan Sin-tai is suspected of taking a cut from salaries of 21 workers, amounting to HK$1 million.

Politics

16 h. ago Hong Kong to standardise A&E walkout refunds at 88% amid healthcare reforms

From next year, patients who leave emergency rooms before receiving treatment will be offered the new rate instead of a full refund.

Politics

18 h. ago Hongkongers flock to Cathedral of Immaculate Conception to mourn Pope Francis

Mourning hall of cathedral in Central will be open from 7am to 7pm in coming days to allow public to pay their respects to late pontiff.

Politics

18 h. ago Hongkongers gather at Cathedral of Immaculate Conception to mourn Pope Francis

Mourning hall of cathedral in Central will be open from 7am to 7pm in coming days to allow public to pay their respects to late pontiff.

Politics

20 h. ago Civet cat caught at Hong Kong shopping centre released into wild after check

Cat underwent X-ray examination, which showed it sustained no injuries, only minor facial abrasions, Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden says.

Economics

21 h. ago Hong Kong’s MTR Corp proposes 9.4% Airport Express fare increase

Single journey ticket for adults using an Octopus card will cost HK$120 at most under proposal, up from current HK$110.

Politics

22 h. ago Police start using video at 4 Hong Kong junctions to penalise errant drivers

‘We will focus on driving behaviours that can cause traffic accidents and serious road blockage, such as stopping their vehicles in restricted areas,’ force says.

Events

23 h. ago Hongkongers with spinal cord injuries may regain mobility with help of new lab

New laboratory at Polytechnic University to start clinical trials for advanced therapy products after facility is fully licensed.

Events