2 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

3 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

3 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

4 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

5 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

5 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

5 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

6 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

7 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

9 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

10 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

10 h. ago Hong Kong authorities ‘very concerned’ after 2 students caught smoking, vaping

First post shows a girl smoking a cigarette in a stairwell, with a bottle of alcoholic drink placed next to her.

Events

10 h. ago France’s Elior Group chief ‘confident’ about Hong Kong aircraft processing deal

CEO Daniel Derichebourg says company is in early stage of discussions with government but he is keen to set up ‘as soon as possible’.

Politics

18 h. ago Hong Kong tunnel tolls under review after multimillion dollar losses

Shing Mun Tunnels forecast to post operating deficit of HK$52 million this financial year.

Economics

19 h. ago Smart Hong Kong Pavilion at InnoEX 2025 demonstrates Hong Kong’s solid achievements in advancing the smart city development

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] As Hong Kong’s development into a smart city accelerates, the Government’s ambitious digital transformation initiatives are in full swing, some of which will be showcased at the Smart Hong Kong Pavilion at the InnoEX 2025 to be held from April 13 to 16 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year’s theme, “AI + Data Driven”, reflects Hong Kong’s commitment to integrating digital solutions into daily life. The Smart Hong Kong Pavilion showcases over 100 groundbreaking innovations across six smart areas: Smart Living, Smart Mobility, Smart Environment, Smart People, Smart Government and Smart Economy. The Pavilion will feature over 100 exhibits, including avant-garde I&T solutions from 20 government departments alongside award-winning entries of the “Hong Kong ICT Awards”, “Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards”, “'Maker in China' SME Innovation and Entrepreneurship Global Contest - Hong Kong Chapte...

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21 h. ago Hong Kong rescue team pulls survivor from rubble of Myanmar earthquake

Commander of the city’s search team said they “will grasp every opportunity, never give up, and do its best to find the remaining survivors”.

Events

21 h. ago Over 90% of student suicides in Hong Kong were aged 12 and above

Education Bureau says 131 suicides among primary and secondary students related negative interpersonal relationships, learning issues and poor mental health.

Events

21 h. ago Companies invited to develop 3 new tourism and recreation areas in Hong Kong

One government plan calls for turning disused quarry on Lamma Island into high-end coastal and hillside resort, complemented by yacht marina.

Politics

23 h. ago Hong Kong karate body to pay HK$1.58 million in compensation over unfair policy

Court slams Karatedo Federation of Hong Kong, China for imposing blanket four-month ‘freezing period’ on top members who switched clubs.

Economics

24 h. ago Hong Kong won’t set limit on students’ screen time despite health concerns

Department of Health survey finds more than 60 per cent of students exceed two hours of screen usage daily.

Politics