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The government in Guangdong is implementing new initiatives to help elderly welfare recipients live in care homes. Chief Executive John Lee has introduced a three-year pilot scheme that will provide subsidies to up to...

The Consumer Council raised concerns about former members of Physical Fitness gym being approached by perFIT, a new operator taking over the business. They are offering free access to reopened locations in Mong Kok...

Naomi Osaka, the talented four-time Grand Slam champion, has added the Hong Kong Open tennis championships to her list of upcoming competitions. This news was confirmed by the event organisers on Tuesday, much to...

Police in Tsuen Wan are investigating a recent turtle theft that occurred at an industrial building. The incident was reported on Tuesday morning when officers were notified that the front door of a unit...

Chief Executive John Lee stated that there was a considerable increase in the number of mainland visitors during the recent Golden Week holiday. According to Lee, a total of 1.22 million visitors came to...

The Federation of Trade Unions (FTU) is urging the government to take action and expand the fast electric vehicle (EV) charger network in order to promote the adoption of electric vehicles among motorists. According...

Police recently announced that they have successfully dismantled a fraud syndicate that utilized deepfake technology to carry out a romance fraud scheme involving cryptocurrency investments. The syndicate was busted following a raid on a...

Firefighters are currently working hard to extinguish a No. 3 alarm fire in Yau Ma Tei. The fire broke out at the new Yau Ma Tei public cargo working area, with reports coming in...

Experts are warning people to be cautious about thyroid eye disease, a condition that causes inflammation and damage to the tissues around the eye. The College of Ophthalmologists and the Ophthalmology Society have emphasized...

A former director from a security workers union mentioned that plain-clothes security guards should only use minimum force when making legal arrests. This statement followed an incident where a woman claimed on social media...

The Hospital Authority recently announced that a 3-month-old baby girl named Whitney is in desperate need of a heart transplant. Whitney has been diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition that has caused her heart...

Police reported on Friday that a minibus driver has been taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence, resulting in the tragic death of a pedestrian.The incident occurred around 1:30 pm on...

Hong Kong's economy is currently experiencing a positive trend, with Executive councillor Jeffrey Lam highlighting that it is at its best in five years. He emphasized the importance of maintaining this momentum by cautioning...

Hong Kong residents were excited to celebrate the Double-Ninth Festival by traveling to the mainland for a long weekend holiday. Many residents were seen queuing for buses to Heung Yuen Wai Control Point at...

Five firefighters were injured in a van collision with a fire truck in Tseung Kwan O, according to police reports. The incident occurred on Clear Water Bay Road in the morning when a wild...

The 15th Asian Dragon Boat Championships have kicked off in Hong Kong after a long 28-year hiatus, bringing together 800 participants from 13 countries and regions. The event, taking place at the Kwun Tong...

A lawmaker in Hong Kong has urged banks to increase their financial support for small and medium-sized businesses while also ensuring the stability of the financial system. The call for more compassionate assistance from...

The University of Hong Kong (HKU) recently announced its commitment to enhancing student diversity and ensuring a balance of students from various countries. This initiative is aimed at creating a more inclusive and global...

The Hospital Authority reported that a mistake occurred at Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital when a feeding tube was incorrectly inserted into a patient's bronchus by a houseman. This led to medication being injected...

During the National Day celebrations, discounts were offered by businesses in various industries such as catering and retail, which led to an increase in sales according to industry leaders. The holiday period from October...

Mannings recently addressed a concerning incident involving a customer who was wrongly accused of theft and mistreated by security guards. The incident took place at a Mannings branch in Tsim Sha Tsui, where a...

Local businesses and professionals in Hong Kong are set to benefit from easier access to mainland markets, thanks to a recent amendment to the Mainland and Hong Kong Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA). Financial...

During the recent Golden Week holiday in mainland China, there were around 5.5 million arrivals and departures recorded at land border crossings, according to Security Minister Chris Tang. He mentioned at a security panel...

Actor and singer Anson Kong was recently congratulated by the government for his award win at the Busan International Film Festival. The government praised his achievement as a "thrilling accomplishment." Anson Kong, also known...

Lawmakers are urging the government to enhance water transport options in Kowloon East for the benefit of residents in the area. During a Legco subcommittee meeting focusing on the region's transportation facilities, legislators suggested...

A recent local movie featuring the Kowloon Walled City has gained attention in the international film industry and has sparked interest in Hong Kong's history. Chief Executive John Lee expressed his excitement about the...

Financial Secretary Paul Chan announced on his weekly blog that a new list of strategic enterprises would be revealed next month, consisting of more than 10 companies, with a majority specializing in artificial intelligence...

Seventy-five vintage cars paraded through the streets of Hong Kong to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The event, organized by the Automobile Association and Yan Chai...

A community activist group, the Society for Community Organisation (SoCo), is calling on lawmakers to increase pressure on the government to enhance living conditions in subdivided flats and create better pathways for residents to...

The head of the Real Estate Developers Association, Stewart Leung, expressed optimism about the future of the local property market. He mentioned that second-hand property prices in August had hit an eight-year low but...