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Rescuers on site during a landslide at The Peak in 2023. Photo: Xiaomei Chen
Accidents and personal safety

Up to 60% of Hong Kong landslides on private slopes related to poor upkeep

Authorities warn higher drainage capacity for slopes needed, with more extreme weather expected in the future.

Northern Metropolis

Opinion | Hong Kong must show why Northern Metropolis isn’t just another tech hub

Hong Kong environmental issues

Letters | Hong Kong’s buffaloes deserve an approach that secures their future

Northern Metropolis

Opinion | Hong Kong must ensure it won’t lose control of Northern Metropolis

As the city moves away from conventional development models, risks and rewards with the private sector should still be distributed fairly.

This photo, taken on February 27, shows an aerial view of the land allocated for the San Tin Technopole, part of the Northern Metropolis. Photo: May Tse
Indonesia

Is Jakarta prepared for climate change and more frequent floods?

Extreme weather and poor urban planning have exacerbated Jakarta’s annual flooding, displacing residents and highlighting critical infrastructure failures.

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Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong to resume unauthorised temporary structure scheme by end of year

Scheme aims to tackle rampant illegal additions to village houses totalling more than 100,000 structures.

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Malaysia

City for sale? Kuala Lumpur residents fear the squeeze of development

In Malaysia, the push for urban renewal is risking the displacement of the very people the government says it wants to uplift.

Kuala Lumpur’s KLCC Twin Towers and other skyscrapers are seen surrounding Kampung Baru, the city’s last traditional Malay village. Photo: Joseph Sipalan
Hong Kong economy

Tech to help Hong Kong ‘save every penny’ on building Northern Metropolis Highway

Proposed 23km highway is expected to connect Tin Shui Wai, San Tin, Kwu Tung and New Territories North New Town.

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Art

Drone photos of every Hong Kong outdoor basketball court become art

Austin Bell’s mission to shoot all 2,549 courts took him and his drone across the city, and created geometric art for a book and exhibition.

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Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong cultural district’s housing scheme to include more arts elements

District councillors express concerns the proposed residential development may undermine art hub’s image.

The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority is proposing to build seven residential blocks in the area. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong housing

Whistle-blowing scheme not a threat to harmony: Hong Kong housing chief

Winnie Ho also says informants will need to be interviewed by authorities to assess the accuracy of the information.

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Public housing in Wong Tai Sin. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Board members fear famed Hong Kong flower market may lose ‘spirit’ in revamp

Town Planning Board holds first public hearing on Sai Yee Street and Flower Market Road development scheme in Mong Kok.

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China economy

Opinion | China’s Dalian airport will be more than an infrastructure marvel

This would-be world’s biggest offshore airport marries China’s aim to revitalise its northeastern belt with its ambition to bolster its global influence in aviation, trade and logistics.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong must wake up to the beauty and potential of its waters

Well planned development of marine recreation can improve residents’ quality of life, promote sustainability and boost tourism.

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Kayakers explore basalt island in Hong Kong Geopark in 2016. Photo: Cameron Dueck
Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong authorities appeal court ruling on golf course flats

Court this month overturned approval for 12,000 public housing flats on golf course.

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The government is planning to build 12,000 public housing flats on part of the Fanling golf course. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong urban renewal body to test scheme in bid to boost tender process

Developers will be able to use platform to download project information, including planning parameters, land lease terms and design requirements.

Vietnam

‘Finally’: Ho Chi Minh City’s first metro line opens after years of delays

US$1.7 billion metro line opens in Vietnam’s commercial capital – but it took 17 years to reach this point.

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Kai Tak Sports Park

Opinion | Kai Tak shows how sports infrastructure can lift neighbourhoods

Years after its iconic airport closed, the new stadium and community spaces will bring buzz and a renewed sense of purpose to the area.

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Illustration: Craig Stephens
China's population

How will plans for China’s rural areas adapt to shrinking populations?

Annual national rural work conference sets out priorities for rural planning and construction as urbanisation gathers pace.

Fame and celebrity

Meet Scott Turner, Donald Trump’s latest cabinet pick

A rare example of a former Trump appointee returning for the sequel, Turner is a father to his nephew, who he adopted at age 8, and was tasked with helping the needy in the first Trump administration.

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US Politics

Letters | Biden pardoned his son. Should Trump be pardoned?

Readers discuss the use of presidential pardons as a tool of reconciliation, the challenge of fostering sense of community and Australia’s social media ban.

US President Joe Biden and son Hunter Biden stepping out of a bookstore while shopping in Nantucket, Massachusetts on November 29. Photo: AFP / Getty Images / TNS
Hong Kong housing

My Take | Time to accept that Hong Kong’s golf club housing plan is a swing and a miss

A court ruling that found the EIA for the project was riddled with errors and breaches of the law may turn out to be a blessing in disguise.

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Plans to use land at the Hong Kong Golf Club for housing have been hit by a ruling that an Environmental Impact Assessment was riddled with errors and breaches of the law. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong courts

Editorial | Ruling allows for a broader look at Hong Kong’s golf club housing plan

Hong Kong has embarked on major projects that will have an impact on the environment. It is essential to get the assessment process right.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Letters | No global plastic treaty yet, but Hong Kong has work to do

Readers discuss the imperative of passing local legislation to curb plastic use, the authority vested in Malaysia’s Conference of Rulers, and the danger of narrow pavements.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong plans 37 priority farmland areas but critics say some sites left out

Environment and Ecology Bureau says it has identified 37 agricultural priority areas comprising around 980 hectares of land.

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Liber Research Community members visit a farmland site earlier this year. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong housing

Golf course ruling won’t have ‘huge impact’ on Hong Kong flats supply: John Lee

But chief executive says court ruling will significantly affect the number of flats, density and completion date of the project.

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Part of the Hong Kong Golf Club in Fanling. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s South Island line extension to adopt smart and green mass transit system

Government opts to abandon heavy rail system for project that will form a loop connecting Wong Chuk Hang station and HKU station.

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Hong Kong courts

Golf club reprieve as Hong Kong court quashes approval for 12,000 flats on site

Judge notes that decision could lead to public consultation being conducted again.

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