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Hong Kong police launch search after man, 76, goes missing in Ma On Shan
Liu Yim-kwan left his home at Yan On Estate on Han Chi Street early Wednesday and failed to return.
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Hong Kong society
Baby Danny DNA case sparks calls for Hong Kong to introduce home birth rules
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Hong Kong society
No pain, no gain? Ex-player defends ‘unique’ method of coach seen slapping student
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What to do in Hong Kong
It’s back – revived TEDxHongKong challenges assumptions and reframes beliefs
Creative director Daniella Lopez explains how the June 20 event – the first TEDxHongKong since 2017 – will address globally relevant issues.
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Daniella Lopez is the licence holder and creative director of TEDxHongKong. The 2026 event, to be held on June 20, is titled “Adjust Focus: Look Again”. Photo: TEDxHongKong
Hong Kong society
Sweden outlines child care policy amid registration row over infant in Hong Kong
Government explains how decision to take child away from parents is reached, shedding light on Hong Kong couple’s custody battle for daughter.
3 Jun 2026 - 11:11PM
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Hong Kong society
How a couple lost 3 kids in as many countries and were arrested in Hong Kong
Authorities to take baby boy into protection after parents initially refuse DNA test for birth registration, with sisters also victims of a troubled history.
3 Jun 2026 - 10:19PM
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Hong Kong society
Warning over home births, anti-vaccine stance after unregistered baby case
Doctor says unassisted home births carry extremely high risks, following arrest of baby Danny’s parents over refusal to provide DNA test.
3 Jun 2026 - 9:33PM
Home births are not illegal in Hong Kong, but they are not recommended by the Midwives Council. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong society
‘King Sir’ Chung King-fai, titan of Hong Kong theatre, dies aged 89
Nephew confirms death on TVB social media page, saying Chung died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday morning.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:19PM
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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Adminstrator to ‘review’ tribunal decision on Wang Fuk Court owners’ meeting
Hop On Management Company says it will arrange extraordinary general meeting as displaced owners have requested, but does not indicate time frame.
3 Jun 2026 - 7:59PM
Hong Kong society
Parents of undocumented Hong Kong baby have DNA samples taken after arrest
Baby Danny may later be placed in foster care until parents are deemed fit to regain custody, lawmaker says.
3 Jun 2026 - 10:54PM
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Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong
Hong Kong helpers urge employers to relax ‘air-con ban’ in heatwave
Employer draws widespread online criticism for scolding domestic helper who switched on air conditioner an hour early in hot weather.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:00AM
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A domestic helpers’ group says about 80 per cent of its members face restrictions on using air conditioners. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong to keep ‘open mind’ on options for struggling postal service
Government ‘comprehensively’ reviewing Hongkong Post’s operating model and will submit a report on the long-term road map in three years.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:36AM
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Hong Kong tourism
Hong Kong rolls out summer deals, events to mark 50 years of dragon boat races
Hong Kong Tourism Board launches 13-day programme with races, citywide events and HK$20 million in deals to boost overnight visitors and spending.
2 Jun 2026 - 11:53PM
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy
Hong Kong tribunal rejects request to postpone Wang Fuk Court owners’ meeting
Lands Tribunal says it lacks power to extend statutory deadlines, urges government-appointed administrator to convene meeting immediately.
2 Jun 2026 - 9:22PM
Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong basketball coach apologises for slapping pupil in viral video
Hon Wah College says incident took place during the 2023-24 school year, adding coach involved had been suspended.
3 Jun 2026 - 5:54AM
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A basketball coach was seen forcing a boy to slap himself. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society
Protection order sought for baby after parents arrested in DNA test refusal case
Security minister says mother of two-month-old Danny has so far been unable to provide any prenatal check-up or medical records.
3 Jun 2026 - 8:34AM
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Hong Kong housing
Calls for faster rehousing of evicted Hong Kong subdivided flat tenants
Housing Bureau plans 180 emergency flats for short-notice evictions, but lawmakers demand faster, more flexible processing for urgent cases.
2 Jun 2026 - 7:41PM
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Animal welfare in Hong Kong
Hong Kong steps up random dog licence checks, warns owners of prosecutions
Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department will scan dogs in public places to verify whether a microchip has been implanted.
2 Jun 2026 - 12:39AM
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Picnic time at the West Kowloon Cultural District. Photo: Sam Tsang
Accidents and personal safety
Helper injured, 2 cats die in Hong Kong fire linked to pet water dispenser
Investigators suspect blaze was triggered by electrical fault – such as a short circuit or overheating – linked to pet water dispenser or its charger.
1 Jun 2026 - 7:18PM
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Hong Kong tribunal judge questions power to postpone Wang Fuk Court owners’ meeting
Judge acknowledges challenges faced by government-appointed administrator, but stresses limits of court’s powers to extend 45-day deadline.
1 Jun 2026 - 8:38PM
Accidents and personal safety
Cyclist, 60, dies after being hit by double-decker bus in Hong Kong
Man, 60, was trapped under bus and had to be freed by firefighters and paramedics.
1 Jun 2026 - 11:37PM
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Hong Kong society
Hong Kong baby left without legal identity as parents refuse DNA test
Lawmakers urge action, saying baby Danny currently trapped in ‘identity vacuum’ as lack of birth registration denies access to public services.
1 Jun 2026 - 10:08PM
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ThenUnmarried couple identified as Mr Tsang and Ms Kwan. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society
Student recalls eye-opening trip with American peers that drew praise from Xi
CUHK undergraduate Liu Runjie describes how Chinese and US students reached common understanding during youth exchange trip.
31 May 2026 - 10:54PM
Accidents and personal safety
1 dead, 2 in critical condition after fire at luxury Hong Kong flat
Police investigate suspicious fire that killed 30-year-old woman after drug paraphernalia found in master bedroom.
31 May 2026 - 5:06PM
Hong Kong transport
HK Express cancels 6 Hong Kong-Okinawa flights as Typhoon Jangmi nears Japan
Airline says special ticket arrangements are in place for affected passengers.
31 May 2026 - 8:22PM
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