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Government counsel Jenkin Suen (centre) arrives for Thursday’s session of the inquiry. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Deceitful firms mostly to blame for deadly Tai Po blaze, government counsel says

Jenkin Suen attributes Wang Fuk Court inferno to ‘deceit, inaction and deliberate omission’ of contractors who exploited regulatory regimes.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong builders issue smoking ban blueprint ahead of Friday adoption

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

SPCA cancels fundraiser amid backlash over bid to remove dog-killing videos

Hong Kong society

Winter tourists warned as Hongkonger dies in New Zealand car crash

New Zealand police says crash involving car and bus occurred along road near Cardrona, a township home to ski resort.

The Crown Range Road lies between Queenstown and Wanaka and is the highest main road in New Zealand. Photo: Getty Images
The Crown Range Road lies between Queenstown and Wanaka and is the highest main road in New Zealand. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong set to pass Huanggang crossing bill on Friday at the earliest

Legislature will hold additional meeting on Friday to vet Huanggang Port Hong Kong Port Area Bill ahead of facility’s commissioning deadline.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Tai Po fire: 5 ‘key weaknesses’ flagged in government regulations – as it happened

Witness says the system itself does not have fundamental flaws, but it lacks a mechanism to target unscrupulous collusion.

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Hong Kong economy

Hongkongers’ new pet peeve over dogs at diners sparks calls for tougher vetting

Viral videos showing dogs licking plates and sitting on tables and chairs have drawn widespread criticism.

Customers enjoy a meal with their dog in tow at Old Fung Tea House in Mong Kok. Photo: Sam Tsang
Customers enjoy a meal with their dog in tow at Old Fung Tea House in Mong Kok. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Claim that fire alarms would not have saved lives in Tai Po blaze draws rebuke

Judge says comments by lawyer for director of China Status Development and Engineering are ‘hardly acceptable’.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Book Fair: early birds slam chaotic queues to meet girl band Collar

‘This was my first time at the book fair, and it has been deeply disappointing,’ one fan says on opening day for city’s annual book fair.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to fast-track Huanggang Port upgrades as Legco gears to approve bill

Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping says bill, which provides legal basis for co-location arrangement at border crossing, must be approved by July 31.

The joint inspection building at the new Huanggang complex. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Tai Po fire: inquiry slams ‘unacceptable’ claim by China Status - as it happened

Counsel representing independent committee, government and other parties to all deliver final submissions from Wednesday to Friday.

The fire at Wang Fuk Court claimed 168 lives last November. Photo: Jelly Tse
The fire at Wang Fuk Court claimed 168 lives last November. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong weather

Hong Kong issues amber rainstorm warning, urges public to take precautions

Observatory warns widespread heavy rain could affect Hong Kong in couple of hours and that intense gusts could continue to affect city.

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Education in Hong Kong

Most DSE top scorers set sights on medicine – as it happened

Other DSE stars opt for computer science, business administration, and government and laws.

Accidents and personal safety

More safety signs added for new Hong Kong overpass after 5 crashes in 3 days

Three incidents occurred within 15 minutes on Tuesday morning, involving a total of eight vehicles and leaving one person injured.

A social media post by the Highways Department indicates the road leading to the new bridge (blue arrow). Photo: Facebook/Highways Department
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Book Fair vendors on the same page about this year’s sales

Event, which runs in tandem with Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks, to open on Wednesday at Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Exhibitors prepare for the opening day of the Hong Kong Book Fair. Photo: Sam Tsang
Exhibitors prepare for the opening day of the Hong Kong Book Fair. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Another Hong Kong indie bookshop’s story ends amid ‘losses, red lines’

Have a Nice Stay is latest independent bookstore to close in Hong Kong, joining growing list in recent years.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong couple files complaint with UN over Swedish custody plans for daughter

Tsang Wai-bong and Kwan Pui-sin appeal to UN Human Rights Committee over Swedish authorities’ handling of four-year-old Lily in custody dispute.

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Hong Kong society

New HK$45,000 welfare jobs incentive expected to benefit single parents most

Three-year pilot launching October 1 to offer up to HK$45,000 to help welfare recipients achieve self-reliance through sustained employment.

The new scheme aims to help welfare recipients achieve self-reliance through sustained employment. Photo: Sam Tsang
The new scheme aims to help welfare recipients achieve self-reliance through sustained employment. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong culture

Movie stars, minister pay tribute to ‘legendary’ Hong Kong producer Shi Nan-sun

Shi died peacefully at the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital after suffering multiple organ failure.

Hong Kong economy

Northern Metropolis fast-track laws will ‘run parallel’ with environmental rules

Contractors must comply with noise and environmental standards of both regulations, official says.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Authorities slam online claims about Wang Fuk Court acquisition company

Housing Bureau says ‘individuals with ulterior motives’ may be trying to confuse the public by claiming company is an ‘empty shell’.

Seven of the eight high-rise towers at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po were ravaged by fire last November. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong offers HK$45,000 to welfare recipients who secure steady jobs

Cash incentive targets households moving from Comprehensive Social Security Assistance to Working Family Allowance.

Pedestrians cross a road in Central. The cash incentive scheme encourages residents on government welfare to transition to a scheme that promotes self-reliance. Photo: Dickson Lee
Pedestrians cross a road in Central. The cash incentive scheme encourages residents on government welfare to transition to a scheme that promotes self-reliance. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Dashcam row allegedly involving singer David Lui could be referred to police

Watchdog receives complaint over viral dashcam video, warns resharing without consent may breach anti-doxxing law.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Some ‘responsible’ restaurants pull out from dog-friendly scheme amid complaints

Hong Kong hygiene chief says most complaints involved minor issues such as leash length and seating arrangements.

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Hong Kong society

2026 Operation Santa Claus applicants seek long-term change, not ‘quick fixes’

Leader of annual fundraising drive notes shift towards far more sophisticated projects this year.

Many of the OSC proposals this year aim to help the working poor. Photo: Dickson Lee
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