72 m. ago 61% of eligible DSE candidates get into Hong Kong public universities, down from 70%

Competition for places greater as axing of liberal studies core subject allowed more students to meet minimum entrance criteria.

Politics

11 h. ago Beijing’s top man in Hong Kong says city remains ‘safest’ in ‘chaotic world’

Zheng Yanxiong, director of central government’s liaison office, discusses significance of ‘two sessions’ for Hong Kong in meeting with city leader John Lee and other top local officials.

Politics

12 h. ago Hong Kong lawmaker calls for support of city’s Web3 sector after Tron founder flags fraud

The call comes after cryptocurrency mogul Justin Sun denounced alleged ‘loopholes’ in Hong Kong’s trust regulations.

Politics

12 h. ago Hong Kong’s Li Ka Shing Foundation, Singapore’s Temasek donate cancer treatment machines

Both organisations donate two histotripsy systems worth S$12 million to health research centres in the city state.

Politics

13 h. ago More incentives needed to spur new ecotourism areas in Hong Kong: experts

Francis Lam, former president of the Institute of Surveyors, warns the need for infrastructure significantly impacts project’s financial viability.

Politics

13 h. ago Japan issues megaquake warning, but many travellers from Hong Kong undeterred

Tour bookings remain steady while insurance executives urge travellers to secure coverage.

Events

13 h. ago An Asia racked by natural disasters needs insurers to step up

Instead of withdrawing from high-risk areas, Asia’s insurers must become an active partner in long-term climate risk management.

Events

14 h. ago Taylor Swift and Hugh Jackman pop up in Hong Kong’s DSE English exam

Reading section includes article on celebrity gossip, exploring why it was popular and its possible benefits.

Politics

16 h. ago Hong Kong to host Brazilian festival in June, 30,000 attendees expected

Samba dance, reggae drumming and ginga football among activities that will foster better understanding between two cultures, organiser says.

Politics

17 h. ago Hong Kong crypto firm HashKey moves into AI amid drive for more blockchain automation

HashKey’s first AI product is designed for content moderation, but it envisions a future of AI agents trading on blockchain on behalf of users.

Politics

17 h. ago Top Beijing envoy in Hong Kong meets US diplomat over sanctions

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Commissioner Cui Jianchun expresses ‘solemn representations’ to US Consul General Gregory May over penalties on six officials.

Politics

18 h. ago Hongkonger convicted over 2019 Yuen Long riot after judge overturns acquittal

District Court rules that Wong Chi-wing, 60, indeed took part in rioting with a white-shirted mob at Yuen Long MTR station on July 21, 2019.

Events

20 h. ago Proposed Hong Kong smoking ban could lead to billions lost in tax revenues: lawmaker

Legislator Edward Leung argues tax earnings could be lost as smokers shift to illicit cigarettes, with no major reduction in smoking rate.

Economics

20 h. ago Proposed Hong Kong smoking ban could lead to billions lost in tax revenue: lawmaker

Legislator Edward Leung argues tax earnings could be lost as smokers shift to illicit cigarettes, with no major reduction in smoking rate.

Economics

20 h. ago Hong Kong may lose billions in tax revenue over smoking restrictions: lawmaker

Legislator Edward Leung argues tax earnings could be lost as smokers shift to illicit cigarettes, with no major reduction in smoking rate.

Economics

20 h. ago Hongkongers raise hygiene concerns after rat seen at Japanese restaurant Sushiro

Video circulating online shows rat scurrying on the surface of a light panel installed on the ceiling.

Politics

20 h. ago Rat filmed at Japanese eatery Sushiro in Hong Kong triggers check, prosecution

Video circulating online shows ‘huge’ rat scurrying on the surface of light panel installed on ceiling.

Politics

21 h. ago ‘Fitness King of Hong Kong’ Eddie Phillips dies of lung cancer aged 74

‘He was a talented entrepreneur from a young age and was passionate about fitness and good health,’ his daughter says.

Events

23 h. ago Could constitutional challenges further delay or even block Hutchison’s Panama deal?

No agreement has been reached so far, with Hutchison, Blackrock still negotiating amid Beijing’s antitrust probe and legal turbulence in Panama’s courts.

Politics

24 h. ago For a lasting healthcare fix, Hong Kong must look beyond the symptoms

Cutting healthcare subsidies without a big expansion of primary care investment risks deepening disparities.

Science