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Hong Kong property
Hong Kong property recovery tested as bigger student housing deals gain traction
Hotel conversions draw institutional capital back to distressed assets as banks push disposals and financing conditions improve.
31 May 2026 - 11:30AM
Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong body took action after teacher carried female student like bride
30 May 2026 - 2:40AM
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Education in Hong Kong
86% of Hong Kong children get preferred school places as applications plunge 16%
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Education in Hong Kong
Students divided over Hong Kong principal’s resignation after Singapore clash
Some accepted Lee Cheuk‑hing’s apology as sincere while others say he should be held accountable for tarnishing school’s image.
29 May 2026 - 6:57PM
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Principal Lee Cheuk-hing with students of San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School. Photo: Jelly Tse
Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong principal who swore at Singapore security guards resigns, apologises
Lee Cheuk‑hing has tendered his resignation following confrontation with security guards during school trip.
29 May 2026 - 6:40PM
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Education in Hong Kong
1 in 12 secondary students socially disengaged on campus, survey finds
Findings imply 28,000 young students are quietly slipping through the cracks, prompting calls for early intervention before they drop out.
28 May 2026 - 9:59PM
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Education in Hong Kong
4 schools to close, 8 to merge with others after failing to meet enrolment quota
Hong Kong’s Education Bureau says it has approved 12 schools’ survival plans, including two that will operate self-financing Primary One classes.
27 May 2026 - 7:20PM
C.C.C. Cheung Chau Church Kam Kong Primary School in Cheung Chau did not submit a survival plan and will cease operations in 2029-30. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong
57-year-old Hong Kong school to merge after third closure threat in 2 decades
Fresh Fish Traders’ School will merge with nearby CCC Kei Tsun Primary School on September 1 according to circular issued on Tuesday.
27 May 2026 - 3:34PM
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Hong Kong school suspends principal for swearing at security guards in Singapore
San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School says decision taken because principal’s behaviour fell short of public expectations.
26 May 2026 - 10:43PM
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Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong school to probe principal who swore at Singapore security guards
School manager says principal’s conduct on Singapore trip will be reviewed and it is too early to decide if he should face disciplinary action.
26 May 2026 - 10:41AM
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Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong school ordered to explain after principal swears on Singapore trip
Footage posted on social media shows man arguing with two security guards from doorway of coach and then swearing.
25 May 2026 - 12:36PM
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The clip shows a man pointing his fingers at the guards, then yelling “shut up” and “go away” and swears at them. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong
New pay model for native English-speaking teachers risks lowering standards: group
Head of association for teachers says shift to lower packages may lead to educators with less experience and motivation.
23 May 2026 - 8:47PM
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Education in Hong Kong
Graduates of top vocational school spared brunt of AI impact, new chairman says
Jeffrey Lam explains how he will steer Vocational Training Council as job market changes rapidly and reveals plans for Northern Metropolis campus.
23 May 2026 - 8:28AM
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Education in Hong Kong
Former Hong Kong top scorer Mung Chiang to lead Northwestern University
Mung Chiang moved to Hong Kong from Tianjin at age 11 and attended Queen’s College before pursuing higher education at Stanford University.
20 May 2026 - 7:30PM
Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong labour chief rejects review of non-local graduate visas despite job slump
Chris Sun defends talent and graduate visa schemes, citing shortage of local degree holders despite 61 per cent drop in entry-level roles.
13 May 2026 - 8:43PM
Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun says Hong Kong cannot rely solely on local graduates as the workforce shrinks, amid calls to review visa schemes. Photo: Dickson Lee.
Education in Hong Kong
Canvas reaches deal with hackers to return data, including Hong Kong users
Parent company Instructure says hackers returned and destroyed data of thousands of users after deal, with no extortion expected after breach.
13 May 2026 - 11:47PM
Education in Hong Kong
AI app to detect drunk drivers through Cantonese speech analysis in the works
Hong Kong Metropolitan University to develop app that allows users to assess alcohol’s effects in real time to determine whether they are fit to drive.
10 May 2026 - 9:15PM
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Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong schools record net student rise for 2 years straight
Figures shift from net decrease to net increase after Top Talent Pass Scheme launched and annual quota for another key admission scheme removed.
9 May 2026 - 9:01AM
The net gain in students for the current school year stood at 7,229 compared with the previous one. Photo Dickson Lee
Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong school ordered to submit report after national flag hung upside down
Online images earlier showed national flag hanging upside down on top of building at F.S.F.T.F. Fong Shu Chuen Primary School in Fanling.
7 May 2026 - 10:41PM
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Crime in Hong Kong
Hong Kong college’s finance director arrested over HK$770,000 embezzlement
Ray Yip has served as Hong Kong Chu Hai College’s finance director since 2024.
6 May 2026 - 11:13PM
Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong school to seek feedback, review phone ban after student outcry
School says it has noted differing views from students and parents on the new rules, set to take effect in the coming weeks.
6 May 2026 - 3:57PM
Education in Hong Kong
Education Bureau steps in after Hong Kong school’s phone ban sparks backlash
Students at Kwun Tong Maryknoll College protest stricter phone rules imposing demerits and confiscation.
6 May 2026 - 12:16AM
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Kwun Tong Maryknoll College has sparked a backlash after tightening rules on mobile phone use for some students. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong
Tsinghua University alumni can help Hong Kong serve nation: liaison office chief
Office director Zhou Ji says alumni resources are ‘rich ore’, while city leader John Lee asks graduates to support shift towards education hub.
3 May 2026 - 11:08PM
Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong eases enrolment rules for merged schools amid declining student numbers
Education Bureau offers relief to merged secondary schools, with three-year waiver on survival plans and additional resources.
30 Apr 2026 - 7:07PM
Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong education portal under fire for low readership among teachers, students
Executive director of Hong Kong Education City tells Audit Commission that low usage is due to city’s shrinking student population.
29 Apr 2026 - 9:14PM
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