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Visitors stroll beneath cherry blossoms in Tokyo. About 2.7 million Hongkongers visited Japan last year. Photo: EPA-EFE

Hong Kong Economy

Quake fears drive some Hong Kong tourists away from Asian cities: industry leader

Some tour group bookings for Thailand, Japan and Taiwan over Easter holiday have fallen due to concerns over earthquakes, Steve Huen of EGL Tours says.

Hong Kong’s Democratic Party a step closer to disbanding, final vote soon

2 injured as car hits wall and goes airborne on Hong Kong road

Society

39-year-old Hong Kong hiker dies after collapsing on MacLehose Trail

Rescue team airlifts man to hospital in Chai Wan, where he is declared dead.

Police received a report at 11.03am about a man who had collapsed near Kau Keng Shan, Tuen Mun. Photo: Getty Images
Police received a report at 11.03am about a man who had collapsed near Kau Keng Shan, Tuen Mun. Photo: Getty Images

Politics

British MP denied entry to Hong Kong on trip to see newborn grandson

Wera Hobhouse, who is also a member of Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China, says her case first for an MP since 1997.

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Law and Crime

Hong Kong police arrest 4 teens over watch theft and conspiracy

One suspect allegedly stole watch worth HK$58,000 from online seller he met in Tseung Kwan O.

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Politics

‘Total misperception’ Panama Canal under China’s influence, official says

Panama has to do ‘very, very good job’ in explaining to US administration that there is no foreign interference, vice-minister says.

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The Panama Canal will remain neutral despite recent agreements to enhance security cooperation between Panama and the United States, a Panamanian official says. Photo: AFP
The Panama Canal will remain neutral despite recent agreements to enhance security cooperation between Panama and the United States, a Panamanian official says. Photo: AFP

Hong Kong Economy

Hong Kong to boost efforts to lure investment, talent in light of US tariffs

Finance chief Paul Chan has instructed market regulator and stock exchange to prepare for potential influx of mainland companies looking to return to city for listing.

Law and Crime

Hong Kong police consider unleashing robot dogs for law enforcement

Other initiatives include the use of drones and linking surveillance camera systems with other government departments.

Health & Environment

Hazy skies expected to remain in Hong Kong for several days

Observatory says city experienced its driest April morning since 1984.

Air pollution reduces the views at Hong Kong’s famed Victoria Harbour. Photo: Eugene Lee

Business

Hong Kong property market to feel the squeeze from Trump’s tariffs

A weaker yuan and a slowing economy could deter mainland homebuyers, but some analysts caution it is too early to draw conclusions.

Outside a real estate agency in Tai Koo, Hong Kong. Photo: Eugene Lee
Outside a real estate agency in Tai Koo, Hong Kong. Photo: Eugene Lee

Society

Runaway emu gets ‘princess’ treatment at Hong Kong animal shelter

Charity House of Joy and Mercy says it plans to let the public view its ‘pampered’ new resident Miu Miu.

Hong Kong Economy

Weaker yuan boon for Hong Kong shoppers but bane of retail sector: analysts

Beijing’s stimulus roll-out may also trigger more mainland consumption at the expense of Hong Kong’s retail, dining scene.

Law and Crime

Number of non-local pregnant women refused Hong Kong entry surges by 5 times

City also records rise in number of non-local women giving birth last year, with 78 per cent of 2,396 cases involving mainlanders.

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The number of non-local deliveries in Hong Kong last year had yet to eclipse the 2,498 deliveries recorded in 2020. Photo: Getty Images

Law and Crime

Woman struck by train in Hong Kong’s Tuen Mun

Victim rescued by firefighters after being trapped underneath train.

A woman has been injured after being struck by a light rail train in Tuen Mun. Photo: Facebook/Adolf Cheung
A woman has been injured after being struck by a light rail train in Tuen Mun. Photo: Facebook/Adolf Cheung

Society

3 arrested over fraud after watching Coldplay concert in Hong Kong without tickets

Concertgoers also file 22 complaints about obstructed views, claiming they were not told about the problem in advance.

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Law and Crime

Hong Kong district councillor struck by falling concrete at public housing estate

Ng Ching-ching suffers head injury while handling supplies with care team at Yiu Tung Estate and is sent to hospital for treatment.

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Politics

CK Hutchison defends Panama ports concession, breaking silence on controversy

Subsidiary of Li Ka-shing’s firm denies claims made by Panamanian lawyers in challenge over ports that are part of wider US$23 billion deal.

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In the past month, Beijing has piled pressure on CK Hutchison to cancel its ports deal. Photo: Reuters
In the past month, Beijing has piled pressure on CK Hutchison to cancel its ports deal. Photo: Reuters

Law and Crime

Australian judge resigns from Hong Kong’s top court, sixth to step down in year

Justice Robert French stresses his respect for members of the court, says role of non-permanent judges has become ‘increasingly anachronistic’.

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Health & Environment

Are community pharmacies the magic bullet for Hong Kong’s patients?

How will patients benefit and how much will proposed community pharmacies help Hong Kong’s chronically overstretched public healthcare system?

Society

Hong Kong leader promises to support influencers after IShowSpeed visit

John Lee pledges help after many local internet users say city wasted the opportunity to promote itself during YouTube star’s visit.

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YouTube star IShowSpeed toured popular spots in Hong Kong, including Ocean Park and Kam Shan Country Park. Photo: Jelly Tse
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OPINION
Andrew Lam Siu-Lo

Opinion | Get travellers to come to Hong Kong for business, stay for the island-hopping

Andrew Lam Siu-Lo
Paul Yip,Stephen Tsang

Opinion | Don’t leave parents to suffer the fallout of social media overuse

Paul Yip
Stephen Tsang
Ryan Ip,Andy Wong Wan Ho

Opinion | Why decision on a Northern Metropolis authority can’t be rushed

Ryan Ip
Andy Wong Wan Ho
Dennis Lee

Opinion | Green design is a daunting challenge that’s well worth the effort

Dennis Lee
Mike Rowse

Opinion | Hong Kong’s new stadium doesn’t need mega-events, just great sports fixtures

Mike Rowse
Alice Wu

Opinion | Premium taxi fleets in Hong Kong not the answer to ride-hailing dilemma

Alice Wu
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MULTIMEDIA
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Hong Kong doubles down on free trade amid US tariffs

Hong Kong to expand trade deals, boost ties in face of ‘reckless’ US tariffs
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How seriously do Hongkongers take their siu mai?

Hong Kong’s siu mai concern group strives to preserve iconic street food flavours
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Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka Shing makes rare video appearance

Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka Shing makes rare video appearance
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Myanmese in Hong Kong reel from deadly earthquake's impact

Myanmese community in Hong Kong grapples with deadly earthquake's devastating impact
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