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Hong Kong Observatory Raises T1 Typhoon Warning as Tropical Cyclone Yinxing Approaches

The Hong Kong Observatory has announced that they will be raising the T1 storm warning between noon and 3 pm on Friday as Tropical Cyclone Yinxing approaches the city. The forecasters have stated that...
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Observatory to Issue T1 Signal by Friday 3pm – RTHK

The Hong Kong Observatory announced on Thursday that they will be issuing the Standby Signal No 1 between noon and 3pm on Friday due to Tropical Cyclone Yinxing approaching Hong Kong. The weather system...
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Hong Kong’s InMedia Outlet Fined HK$10,000 for Register Non-Compliance

InMedia, an independent media outlet in Hong Kong, has recently been fined HK$10,000 for not keeping registers of its members and directors at its Wan Chai office. This violation of the Companies Ordinance led...
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Zero Bullying Campaign Aims to Eradicate Bullying Within 10 Years

A group in Hong Kong has set a bold goal of putting an end to school bullying in the next ten years. The Council of Early Childhood Education and Services conducted a survey in...
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Hong Kong Director Johnnie To Criticized by Beijing-Backed Newspapers for Calling City ‘Soulless’

Award-winning Hong Kong filmmaker Johnnie To recently came under fire from Beijing-backed newspapers in the city for his comments in an interview with BBC News Chinese. To expressed his concerns about the lack of...
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Preserving Collective Memory of Choi Hung Estate: A Tribute to Hong Kong’s Cultural Heritage

District councillors in Hong Kong are pushing for the preservation of the heritage and collective memory of Choi Hung Estate, which is scheduled for redevelopment in three phases over a span of two decades....
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2024 Press Freedom Awards: HKFP Shortlisted for Journalistic Independence Award

Hong Kong Free Press has received a nomination for a prestigious journalistic independence award at the 2024 Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Press Freedom Awards. Despite challenges such as the implementation of the National Security...
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Investigation into Fatal Scaffolding Incident in Kowloon City – RTHK

The Labour Department (LD) is currently investigating a tragic incident that took place in Kowloon City. A worker lost his life while dismantling scaffolding at a building in the area. The unfortunate event occurred...
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Hong Kong Records Hottest October in History

Hong Kong experienced its hottest October on record this year, with the average temperature reaching 27.3 degrees Celsius. This was 1.6 degrees higher than the normal average temperature for the month. The city's Observatory...
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Labour Group Aims for 5.5% Pay Raise in the Coming Year

The Federation of Hong Kong and Kowloon Labour Unions is advocating for a 5.5 percent pay raise for workers in the upcoming year. This call to action comes after a recent survey conducted by...
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Hong Kong Man Arrested for Charging at Judge with Knife: What Happened?

A man was arrested in Hong Kong after he charged at a magistrate in a courtroom with a knife. The incident took place at the Kowloon City Magistrates’ Courts in the morning. The man,...
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Encouraging Civil Servants to Have Children: Displaying Baby Photos in Hong Kong Gov’t Offices

The suggestion to display baby photos in Hong Kong government offices to encourage civil servants to have children was made by lawmaker Bill Tang during a meeting of the Subcommittee to Study Population Policy...
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Tax Cuts on Premium Alcohol Won’t Boost Hong Kong’s Liquor Trade

Tax cuts on premium alcohol in Hong Kong were recently announced as part of the government's policy speech. However, this move is unlikely to have a significant impact on the liquor trade in the...
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Hong Kong National Security Law: Yearlong Crackdown Explained

More than six months have passed since Hong Kong implemented new security legislation, known as Article 23. Recently, the courts heard the first legal challenge against it by an inmate who was denied early...
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Man jailed for online comments linked to stabbing of Hong Kong police officer in...

A 25-year-old man in Hong Kong has been sentenced to two years in jail for encouraging violence against the police through online comments. The man, Yung Cheong-ming, was found guilty of inciting others to...
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Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Activists Fined for Unauthorised Fundraising – 4 Plead Not Guilty

Six members of the pro-democracy League of Social Democrats (LSD) were recently fined up to HK$1,000 for fundraising and displaying banners without proper permits. Among them, four pleaded not guilty, with LSD chair Chan...
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Hong Kong Men Sentenced to Up to 3 Years in Jail for July 2019...

Four Hong Kong men, including 19-year-old twins, have recently been sentenced to prison terms of up to three years for their involvement in the 2019 rioting during the extradition bill unrest. The sentencing came...
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Hong Kong Economy Grows 1.8% in Q3 – Latest Updates and Analysis

Hong Kong's economy experienced a growth of 1.8 percent in the third quarter compared to the same period last year. This growth rate was lower than the previous two quarters, where the economy expanded...
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Hong Kong Police Crime Unit Now Handling Journalist Intimidation Cases, Says Press Group

The Hong Kong Police Crime Unit has taken on the investigation of harassment and intimidation against journalists, according to the Hong Kong Journalists Association. The Chairperson, Selina Cheng, reported incidents targeting her family members...
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Rising Cases of Domestic Abuse in Hong Kong: 1,200+ Criminal Cases in 2023

The rising cases of domestic abuse in Hong Kong have reached an alarming level, with over 1,200 criminal cases reported in 2023, the highest number since 2019. The data submitted to the legislature revealed...
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Rising Cases of Sexual Violence Involving Private Images and Partners in Hong Kong

An NGO in Hong Kong is urging authorities to update sexual offences legislation following a notable increase in sexual violence cases involving private images and intimate partners in the city. RainLily, an anti-sexual violence...
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Hong Kong’s Baby Bonus Scheme Distributes Over HK$520 Million to Newborn Families

The Hong Kong government has recently distributed over HK$520 million through a “baby bonus” scheme designed to provide financial assistance to families with newborns in an effort to address the city’s declining birth rate....
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Hong Kong Concern Group Criticizes Scholar for Stigmatizing Student Suicide

A Hong Kong scholar recently issued an apology for his comments on student suicide after a concern group criticized him for stigmatizing mental health issues. The group, known as the Hong Kong Student Alliance...
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Strengthening Middle East Ties: Hong Kong’s Paul Chan Leads Delegation to Saudi Arabia

Hong Kong's Finance Chief Paul Chan has embarked on a trip to Saudi Arabia with a delegation from the finance, innovation, and technology sectors. The purpose of the four-day visit is to strengthen and...
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Hong Kong Official Praises Successful First Kai Tak Sports Park Test Event

The recent test event at Hong Kong's Kai Tak Sports Park was a success, according to Chief Secretary Eric Chan. The event, which involved around 1,000 spectators watching a local football match at the...
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Kai Tak Sports Park to Host Twenty New Trial Events – RTHK

Kai Tak Sports Park, set to open next year, recently hosted its first test event, a local football league match at the Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground. The game between Sai Kung and Wong...
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End Zoos Worldwide: The Root Cause of Hong Kong’s Monkey Deaths

Twelve monkeys have tragically died at Hong Kong's Zoological and Botanical Gardens, with 11 of them succumbing to a bacterial infection called melioidosis. This infection is believed to have originated from contaminated soil that...
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Increased Number of Border Polling Booths Expected for Legco Elections

The government is planning to increase the number of polling stations near the border for Hongkongers on the mainland to vote in the upcoming Legislative Council elections. This decision comes after the success of...
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Tropical Storm Trami Signals T3 in Hong Kong: Update on Trami’s Path through Southern...

The Hong Kong Observatory issued the Strong Wind Signal, No.3 at 10.40 am on Saturday as Severe Tropical Storm Trami moved westwards. The storm is expected to move across the central and northern parts...
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Tropical Storm Trami Forces HKO to Issue T3 Signal at 10.40am – RTHK

The Hong Kong Observatory announced that they would be issuing a Strong Wind Signal No. 3 at 10:40 am due to the approach of Severe Tropical Storm Trami. As a precautionary measure, the Education...