38 m. ago Thai dad arrested for abandoning baby in forest to punish wife who denies him sex

Abusive, drug addicted father ordered into rehabilitation pending criminal charges after sending photo of newborn in banana grove to threaten wife.

Events

87 m. ago John Lee going with the innovation flow of Hong Kong’s mainland water legacy

Hong Kong’s leader pledges to turn city into global infrastructure centre on 60th anniversary of securing fresh water supply from mainland.

Politics

18 h. ago Hong Kong Sevens: Kaiser Chiefs proud to play at Kai Tak Stadium first – before Coldplay

Singer Ricky Wilson happy to be ‘kind of the first’ as he praises the city’s tourist attractions after enjoying nightlife and Disneyland.

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20 h. ago Landmark in global research collaboration sealed by CityUHK and Cambridge

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] A groundbreaking collaboration unveiled 31 March by City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) and the University of Cambridge spotlights a significant milestone towards more powerful global research. This partnership represents one of the most substantial collaborations at a postdoctoral level between Cambridge and an Asian university, with the goal of supporting 18 postdoctoral researchers in partnership with six departments across STEM and non-STEM fields in Cambridge and four Colleges in CityUHK. By harnessing the research strengths of both institutions, this collaboration aims to enhance research capacity and global impact for both universities. For three years, 18 postdoctoral researchers will be based in Cambridge’s cutting-edge research environment, where they will have access to the university's world-class laboratories and resources, benefiting from the combined research assets of both institutions.  P...

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25 h. ago Myanmar earthquake: Hong Kong rescue team begins work in Mandalay

Death toll has exceeded 2,000, including three Chinese nationals, with rescue team arriving in city near quake’s epicentre.

Events

49 h. ago Hong Kong’s Super March attracts 12 per cent more visitors year on year: finance chief

Paul Chan says some overseas VIPs he met observed that the city has ‘regained its former vibrancy and vitality’.

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49 h. ago Hong Kong’s Super March attracts 12% more visitors year on year: finance chief

Paul Chan says some overseas VIPs he met observed that the city has ‘regained its former vibrancy and vitality’.

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49 h. ago Hong Kong’s ‘Super March’ has brought in 12% more visitors: finance chief

Paul Chan says some overseas VIPs he met observed that the city has regained its former vibrancy and vitality.

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52 h. ago Hong Kong Sevens: France, Black Ferns chase history, city’s teams in finals – day 3 live

France’s men have never won in Hong Kong, but they are into the last four after knocking out New Zealand. Black Ferns eyeing third title.

Politics

52 h. ago Hong Kong Sevens: finals set, New Zealand v Australia, Argentina v France– day 3 live

Black Ferns and Aussies set for repeat of 2023 final in Hong Kong, while Argentina and France are both chasing first title in city.

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52 h. ago Hong Kong Sevens: city’s women in final, stadium told to fix ‘food supply’ – day 3 live

There are issues for a third day with the food at Kai Tak Stadium, and Rosanna Law says extra staff have been drafted in to help.

Society

52 h. ago Hong Kong Sevens: double delight for city’s teams, crowds wowed by flyover – day 3 live

Hong Kong’s women trounce Kazakhstan, men dismantle China to claim Melrose Claymores titles, crowds watch A350 pass over Kai Tak Stadium.

Politics

52 h. ago Hong Kong Sevens: historic treble for New Zealand’s women, men’s final next – day 3 live

New Zealand beat Australia 26-19 in women’s final, to win in the city for third year in a row.

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52 h. ago Hong Kong Sevens: Argentina win first title, Kiwi women bag historic treble – day 3 live

New Zealand beat Australia 26-19 in women’s final, while Argentina take first men’s crown in city with victory over France.

Politics

53 h. ago Venice denies Jeff Bezos taking over parts of city for his wedding with Lauren Sanchez

Local authorities said only 200 guests will attend the June event, assuring no disruption to residents and tourists.

Politics

54 h. ago Another 150 family offices express interest in setting up in Hong Kong

Vibrant welcoming city, where art thrives, is part of the attraction compared with regional rivals, says InvestHK director general Alpha Lau.

Society

63 h. ago Lan Kwai Fong gets Hong Kong Sevens booster but Kowloon City misses out

Nightlife tycoon Allan Zeman says jump in business is due to ‘euphoria’ surrounding the newly opened Kai Tak Stadium.

Politics

3 d. ago Why did the earthquake in Myanmar, Thailand cause so much damage? What science says

The earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 near the city of Mandalay could cause fatalities between 10,000 and 100,000 people.

Events

3 d. ago Hong Kong will vie with ‘every city in Asia’, Singapore to develop tourism: minister

Rosanna Law tells Post in exclusive interview that authorities play active but ‘quieter’ role than Lion City in promoting city’s attractions and mega-events.

Politics

3 d. ago Hong Kong Sevens: city’s teams back in action, fans revel in South Stand – day 2, live

There’s always plenty happening on the Saturday of the Sevens, and this year is no exception. Australia get early start on the competition.

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