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Starting on April 7, passengers using Hong Kong airlines will no longer be allowed to store power banks in overhead compartments. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong transport

Explainer | Power banks on flights: which airlines and regions have tightened rules?

Hong Kong is restricting the use of power banks on flights. Here’s how other jurisdictions and carriers are dealing with the devices following recent incidents.

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Education in Hong Kong

Footage of students fighting at elite Hong Kong boys’ school goes viral

Hong Kong transport

Explainer | Flying with a power bank? What Hong Kong ban on in-flight use means for you

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Hong Kong politics

University of Hong Kong cancels talk by Anti-Defamation League after petition

Over 1,000 people sign online petition accusing CEO Jonathan Greenblatt of ‘one-sided pro-Israeli bias’, spreading divisive views and ‘hate speech’.

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Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt speaks at the Javits Center in New York City earlier this month. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s Democratic Party to hold meeting in April to discuss disbanding

Special meeting will seek to establish a mandate to allow leadership to handle legal procedures related to group’s proposed dissolution.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong launches probe after hospital lamp falls and hits doctor, worker

Department of Health urges operators using Polaris 50 lamp to contact local supplier, following safety scare at private hospital in Tsuen Wan.

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Art

Then & Now | Hong Kong’s rich history of art clubs dates back to the 1850s

Art clubs and societies have helped shape the city’s vibrant and diverse cultural landscape, since the 19th century.

Secretary for District Administration Donald Liao Poon-huai (left) at an exhibition in City Hall, in 1985. Photo: SCMP Archives
Good Schools Guide

Exercising more than the mind: building a healthier student body

Schools are addressing a previous over-reliance on academic scores by including measures of health in assessments of a student’s progress.

Hong Kong politics

Editorial | A major meltdown in key computer systems can bring catastrophe to Hong Kong

A new law to protect Hong Kong’s information infrastructure is crucial to safeguarding the well-being of our society.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong should have system to pause labour import scheme, workers’ union says

Federation of Trade Unions says sectors facing rising unemployment need relief, citing impact of arrival of 75,000 workers in past two years.

The 75,000 imported workers include at least 20,000 in the catering sector and 9,000 in construction. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

K-pop group NJZ tells fans it will take break from shows after Hong Kong concert

Group formerly known as NewJeans says it will pause all activities ‘out of respect for the court’s decisions’ amid legal dispute with former agency.

Fans gather at AsiaWorld-Expo. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

‘Gift of life’: Hong Kong breast milk bank collects over 300 litres

More donations needed to reach aim of collecting 1,000 litres annually to help 450 to 600 premature and critically ill newborns.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Record high 400,000 Hong Kong residents listed on organ donation register

Health minister hails ‘selfless’ and ‘mighty’ acts, while advocate notes city still has one of lowest organ donation rates globally.

Consumer protection in Hong Kong

Coldplay ticketing error: number of complaints to Hong Kong watchdog hits 25

Consumer Council to urge ticket seller Cityline to arrange exchange service as soon as possible to ‘protect the rights and interests’ of customers.

Coldplay performs in India. The pop band will play Kai Tak Stadium on April 8, 9, 11 and 12 as part of its “Music of the Spheres” world tour. Photo: Facebook/Coldplay
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Hong Kong cafe where hundreds of stray cats found haven forced to close

Sick, skinny, lost – all types of felines have ended up at Siu Lam-lam’s Dundas Cafe in Mong Kok, but her days as neighbourhood carer are coming to an end.

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Siu Lam-lam, the owner of Dundas Cafe in Mong Kok, with one of her feline friends. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Opinion | The gravity of ‘space oil’: understanding Hong Kong teens’ new drug of choice

We need to think beyond bans and crackdowns. With creativity, empathy and urgency, young people can be guided towards a healthier future.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong’s sporting dream needs the support of private enterprise

Support from the government and sports associations must be combined with collaboration with big sporting corporations to tap their expertise.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

A&E fee reform needed as some patients only seek sick notes: Hong Kong doctor

Dr Tsui Shek-hon says authorities are not accusing patients of ‘abusing’ the services, but some cases are clearly not urgent.

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Data has shown that about 55 per cent of the cases attending the A&E departments are classified as semi-urgent or non-urgent, according to a doctor. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong transport

Editorial | Gauge opinion before allowing pets on board

While the demand is there, the view of the public on allowing pets on public transport must first be carefully gathered.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong students hit by gastroenteritis on another mainland study trip

Several among group of 120 have fallen ill while on tour to Guangdong, as school becomes 10th to report similar health issues this month.

Hong Kong culture

Art March is taking over Hong Kong. Here is what you shouldn’t miss

The Post covers what’s being offered across the city, including exhibitions, installations, hands-on experiences and discussions.

The West Kowloon Cultural District is hosting multiple exhibitions during Art March, including Picasso for Asia. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Letters | Hong Kong’s healthcare system needs a dose of empathy

Readers discuss the importance of human-centred medical system design, new traffic regulations, and the legalisation of basketball betting.

People at the Accident and Emergency Department of Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Jordan on March 17. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong chronic disease subsidy scheme to cover tests to detect high cholesterol

Starting March 28, participants under the scheme can undergo blood lipid testing at a subsidised cost of HK$120.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong driver arrested after crane hits overhead cable for light rail services

MTR Corp says services gradually resuming in Tin Shui Wai as damage is repaired following disruption.

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Hong Kong runner takes on week of ultra-marathons for charity, covering 350km

After nine months of training, Kevin Field is putting himself to the test to inspire others and raise HK$35,000 to support Hong Kong’s refugees.

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Hongkonger Kevin Field plans to raise HK$35,000 for a local charity that supports the city’s refugees. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong aims to slash 10% no-show rate for radiology services in fee proposal

Hospital Authority says proposed charges for MRI and CT scans will encourage residents to keep appointments.

According to the Hospital Authority, the waiting times for semi-urgent cases to receive CT, MRI scans and ultrasonography services are 29, 33 and 27 weeks, respectively. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s intangible cultural heritage to be celebrated in new annual initiative

Different types of craftsmanship, performances, traditions and rituals among activities to be showcased across the month of June.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police to crack down on traffic offences after fatal accidents rise 40%

Officers to target both drivers and pedestrians by filming from elevated spots, along with plain-clothes patrols.

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