2 h. ago Wait time for Hong Kong public rental flat still at 5.3 years, but applications plummet

Housing Authority says figures for first quarter due to new supply and higher turnover of homes, with 4,700 applicants allocated flats.

Politics

2 h. ago China's CATL set to price shares at HK$263 each in $4.6 billion Hong Kong listing, sources say

China's CATL set to price shares at HK$263 each in $4.6 billion Hong Kong listing, sources say  Reuters

Economics

4 h. ago HSBC’s Hong Kong unit Hang Seng Bank lays off staff as part of sweeping revamp

Some departments lose up to 20 per cent of their staff, while the hardest-hit team is cut in half, sources say.

Politics

4 h. ago Hong Kong Legco to hold special meeting for subsidiary security legislation

Minister urges lawmakers to expedite oversight process for already enacted subsidiary legislation for domestic national security law.

Events

8 h. ago How melding Hong Kong’s traditions and youthful energy can lift tourism

With a blend of history, identity and creativity, the city has what it takes to become Asia’s capital of cultural connection.

Politics

9 h. ago Get a second job? How Hongkongers on BN(O) visas are bracing for UK’s rule changes

Uncertainty abounds as Hongkongers fear potentially facing unexpected costs, additional wait for MPF under UK’s tightening of immigration policy.

Politics

9 h. ago Get a second job? Stick it out? Hongkongers on BN(O) visas rue rule changes

Uncertainty abounds as Hongkongers fear potentially facing unexpected costs, additional wait for MPF under UK’s tightening of immigration policy.

Politics

17 h. ago Canadian International School of Hong Kong Students Shine in Global Competition

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Five students from Canadian International School of Hong Kong (CDNIS), claimed top honours at the 2025 Conrad Challenge Innovation Summit held at NASA’s Space Center in Houston, Texas. Competing as Team Kinection, the Grade 9 and 10 students qualified for the global finals by winning the gold medal at the Conrad Challenge China in the Health & Nutrition category. At the Houston Summit, they showcased their innovative telehealth solution, the Kinector, and were named the Power Pitch Winner in the same category. Their victory is a significant achievement not only for the team but also for CDNIS, which was the only school from Hong Kong to reach the global finals in Houston after competing against more than 140 teams at the Shanghai event. Revolutionizing Rehabilitation: The Kinector Solution  The team’s award-winning innovation, Kinector, is a smart wearable device designed to transform physiotherapy and rehab...

Society

18 h. ago Hong Kong doctor jailed for sex assault has licence suspended for 9 months

Sunny Li was jailed for two weeks in May 2023 after being convicted of assaulting 18-year-old girl in crowded train compartment.

Events

20 h. ago Hong Kong to cut quarantine for cats and dogs from mainland to 30 days from 120

New rules will take effect from June 3 amid calls to ease travel restrictions for pet owners and reduce cross-border animal smuggling.

Politics

21 h. ago Dragon Boat competition in Hong Kong to draw 4,500 athletes from 12 countries

A food market and pop-up store will also take place in run-up to the event happening from June 7 to 8.

Politics

22 h. ago Hong Kong leader John Lee begins trade and investment push in Kuwait

50-strong delegation of business leaders and entrepreneurs from the city and mainland China exploring potential for enhanced cooperation.

Politics

23 h. ago Xia Baolong urges Hong Kong, Macau business leaders to defend national interests

Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office director is calling for local firms such as CK Hutchison to take a side, analysts say.

Politics

23 h. ago Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post wins 9 photo, video awards

Post photographers and video team honoured in Hong Kong Press Photographers Association competitions.

Events

24 h. ago Hong Kong to boost dental care for underprivileged groups with new initiative

Community programme, in collaboration with non-governmental organisations, will provide nearly 40,000 quotas of dental services per year.

Politics

24 h. ago Hong Kong declares 6 sites occupied by Beijing’s national security office ‘prohibited places’

Hong Kong declares 6 sites occupied by Beijing’s national security office ‘prohibited places’  Hong Kong Free Press

Events

25 h. ago Hong Kong Rushes Security Law Changes, Cementing Beijing’s Grip

Hong Kong Rushes Security Law Changes, Cementing Beijing’s Grip  Bloomberg.com

Events

25 h. ago Domestic helper arrested in Hong Kong for stealing HK$300,000 in cash, jewellery

Incident marks second time in three days that a domestic helper has been arrested for allegedly stealing from an employer.

Events

25 h. ago Helper arrested in Hong Kong for allegedly stealing HK$300,000 of cash, jewellery

Second time in three days that a domestic helper has been arrested for allegedly stealing from an employer.

Events

26 h. ago UK ‘committed’ to BN(O) visa route, but lack of details keeps Hongkongers in limbo

British Home Office declines to give more details on whether BN(O) pathway will be affected, saying only its ‘humanitarian’ approach remains.

Politics