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Chief Secretary praises storm preparation and cleanup Airport clears flight backlog as travellers express frustration Book fair vendors disappointed at storm-interrupted sales Guangdong lowers typhoon alerts as Wipha weakens Electronic vote countin...

Wipha brings first number 10 storm signal in two years People stranded as train services halted amid storm HK airport operates through the night to clear backlog Wipha makes landfall in southern Guangdong Tour boat capsizes in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay...

Outbreak of chikungunya fever concerns authorities HKMA highlights importance of preventing mosquito bites Hong Kong's jobless rate remains stable Horse-racing betting turnover rises three percent Push to build more barrier-free fitting rooms Nvid...

E-payment required for all taxis from April Authorities want healthy competition in ride-hailing market Tuen Mun school investigates hair-raising incident Crowds descend on annual book fair Publishing 3.0+ uses AI to transform paper books HKDSE to...

Details emerge over regulating ride-hailing platforms CE notes lawmakers' opposition to same-sex couples bill Severe weather preparations last week deemed 'correct' Some children raincoats fail safety tests Consumer Council tests battery capacity o...

Trump threatens steep tariffs against Russia Elderly man dies in blaze in Lai King Estate SynCab premium taxis roll out full service University entrance exam results due on Wednesday HKUMed gets a head start with early admissions HKUMed dean hails...

Labour chief rejects calls to stop importing workers Carers concerns eased as trial scheme kicks off HKU warns student over AI-generated indecent images Mainland university students warned against scams Former Covid camp transformed into youth host...

High school registration postponed due to rainy weather China issues yellow alert for rainstorms Man dies at Chek Lap Kok construction site Think-tank proposes end-of-life initiatives Mainland standards to be used at merged Northern link projects ...

HK$8 toll proposed for new Central-Kowloon bypass Parties voice support for new bypass toll charge Transport panel chair says new toll 'reasonable' Govt wants illegal parking penalties set at HK$400 Rainstorms expected on Thursday and Friday More ...

Trump announces steep tariff on copper imports Japan calls Trump's latest tariff move 'regrettable' Waste-charging scheme has value, says environment chief New tech can help agriculture and fisheries CE praises HK's link between China and the world...

Trump unveils higher tariffs for Japan, South Korea Brics nations hit back over Trump's tariffs threat Trump's tariffs could signal HK opportunity New national security guidelines coming for civil servants Fewer govt jobs requiring simple tasks to ...

Texas floods leave dozens dead and missing Over 12,000 visitors denied entry to HK this year Poor transport links could hamper Hung Hom waterfront plant Southbound car scheme could drive up tourism Former leader says car scheme quota is small but...

US Congress gives final approval to Trump's tax bill Excitement in overdrive as PLA carrier group makes port call PLA fleet visit 'uplifting' for Hong Kong: CE Football match and exchange sessions: visiting PLA officers' busy schedule in HK Tighter...

Sean "Diddy" Combs cleared of sex trafficking, convicted of lesser charges HK to start welcoming Guangdong vehicles from November Retail sales up 2.4 pc in May, ending 14-month decline Registration mechanism announced for same-sex couples Libby Lee...

Reform and don't be complacent, CE tells Hongkongers Meal deals and free rides headline July 1 celebrations Victoria Park installations impress crowds HK key to national development as financial hub: China Perspectives DC member calls for more 'liv...

Mainland seafood imports from select Japanese regions to resume Reform during tough times and don't be complacent: CE HK key to integration of Asian economies, FS says 'DC Working groups revitalised business atmosphere' Policy statement on digital ...

Israel shuts down key aid route to Gaza Public hospital staff could be sacked under new accountability system Medication approval body could commission overseas experts Police comb Tuen Mun landfill as murder inquiry continues 'Both infrastructure ...

Nato leaders commit to raising defence spending Nato spending pledge 'victory' for Donald Trump: RTHK correspondent Local consumption to drive China's growth: Premier Li Manhunt under way for suspect over missing woman Rise in child sexual abuse ca...

Shaky ceasefire holds between Israel and Iran Trump unleashes a profanity over early truce violations More than a dozen HK residents safely leave Israel and Iran Worker dies at food factory in Tai Po Taipan bakery chain shuts after 41 years CE vow...

Trump says Israel and Iran agree to 'total ceasefire' Guangdong earthquake felt in Hong Kong Hong Kong making great strides in going green, says CE Victims lose HK$4.5 million this year to scammers Survey shows lack of awareness about microplastics...

US conducts three air strikes on Iranian nuclear sites Trump questions possibility of regime change in Iran Nations call for de-escalation and return to negotiations US fully in the war against Iran, says professor Xia Baolong completes five-day in...

Israel welcomes 'all help' in striking Iran Black alert issued for travel to Israel, Iran President Xi strongly condemns Israeli strikes on Iran Xia Baolong meets political, university leaders Hospital Authority considers rewarding outstanding staf...

Trump weighs US involvement in Israel-Iran conflict Close to 800 Chinese nationals evacuated from Tehran Xia Baolong arrives for five-day inspection tour Jobless rate edges up slightly to 3.5 percent HKTDC sees export slowdown in second-half of 202...

Another senior Iranian official killed as Israeli strikes continue Trump urges Iran to surrender 'unconditionally' China calls for closer ties with Central Asian nations HK and Macau Affairs chief Xia to begin five-day SAR visit HK third in latest ...

Israel and Iran trade deadly fire for a fourth day G7 leaders gather in Canada amid volatile global picture Patriotism helps safeguard national security, says CS Security chief warns security threats still persist Air India jet returns to HK over m...

Iran and Israel trade missile attacks for third straight day Israel vows to stop Iran developing atomic weapons Families hold funerals for Air India crash victims CE cites 'burning urgency' to fast-track Northern Metropolis Govt to issue another po...

Lone survivor in plane crash that kills more than 240 'Mayday call may have suggested aircraft thrust issues' Exhibition marks fifth anniversary of NSL promulgation HK attracting capital to fund Global South projects HK ready to support China's new...

China, US agree a framework deal amid trade war truce More mainland firms expected to list in Hong Kong Hong Kong 'committed' to becoming international data hub Govt to use AI in tackling illegally-occupied parking spaces 'Lessons to be learnt' fro...

11 dead as former student goes on shooting spree in Austrian school Public warned not to download seditious app 'disguised as game' Free train tickets headline July 1 celebrations Policy Address pushed forward to September CE tells taxi trade to c...

Trump vows to deploy marines to LA to quell protests Hong Kong government issues US safety reminder Beijing hosts symposium on One Country, Two Systems Workers ask for help over King Parrot Group closure HK$3,000/mth pension contributions not enoug...

LA protests intensify after Trump deploys National Guard Trump threatens to deploy National Guard across country CE pledges to maintain Hong Kong's free port status Academic says China, US seem far apart over trade issues RedNote to open first offi...

Presidents Xi, Trump hold phone call amid tariff dispute China's 'hanger capital' confident amid tariff war Govt says water safe to drink despite bitumen residue Queen's Hill water not toxic, but not recommended for drinking: expert Four arrested o...

President Xi congratulates new S Korean president on victory Myriad of challenges await new S Korean president Xi Jinping hails China's friendship with Belarus Wang Yi welcomes new US ambassador to Beijing Plan to allow schools to test for space oi...

South Korean opposition leader wins presidency Alleged bank robber caught in Shenzhen, repatriated to HK Five arrested for alleged national security violations Police to skip tendering for comms system renewal 'Liaison office chief attaches importa...

Beijing denies violating trade deal with US US foreign trade zones popular again amid tariff uncertainties Trade union voices concern for labour importation scheme Smooth crossings at Tai Lam Tunnel despite slight traffic uptick Time-varying toll a...

Authorities hail setting up of global mediation body in HK IOMed to boost Hong Kong's competitiveness: FS Law Society president confident more nations will sign up to IOMed 'HK's international profile makes it ideal as mediation hub' New liaison of...

Trump tariffs reinstated following White House appeal Beijing slams US student visa crackdown, labels move 'political' US may back off revocation of Harvard foreign student certification Wang Yi arrives in Hong Kong ahead of mediation centre ceremon...

'Mediation body underlines confidence to settle disputes in HK' Minister stresses need to entice elderly to spend more - and in HK Elderly campaign could boost restaurant receipts by 10pc: trade MTR questioned over complete shutdown of TKO Line Air...

Water supply resumes in Tuen Mun following overnight repairs Govt unveils silver economy blueprint Silver economy will unleash potential and value among elderly: academic Twin panda cubs finally named CE demands improvement from MTR amid service di...

Car ploughs into crowd during Liverpool FC parade, injuring dozens 'Suspect identified promptly to stop rumours' Half-price fares for a day as MTR makes up for service disruptions Crowd control in place during Tuen Ng Festival SAR passport fees to ...

'All about money': Harvard needs int'l students for income, RTHK correspondent says Make alternative plans, academic adviser tells students aiming to study in US Concern group urges HK universities to help affected Harvard students HK takes step clo...

Chaos as MTR's TKO Line shuts down during evening rush All possibilities to be considered in MTR incident probe: govt Five-hour suspension unsatisfactory: former MTR engineer Construction firm set to appeal after being delisted by govt Safety alway...

ICAC arrests 10 over construction site bribery scandal New tourism hotspots cater to travellers' preferences: govt Industrial tourism tried and tested concept: trade rep Grand Ocean shutters after 56 years 'Incoming talent beneficial to HK - even i...

Nine tourist hotspots unveiled to showcase 'flavour' of HK Cultural tourism ideal for Kowloon City: district councillor Foreign minister Wang Yi to visit Hong Kong HK's jobless rate worsens, but govt upbeat No time to waste for national security su...

China factory output remains strong despite tariff pressure Hung Shui Kiu mass transit system draws cost concerns Govt inspects slopes ahead of wet season CLP lowers electricity tariff fuel surcharge Old reports 'misleading' and warrant removal: Om...

Study shows many kids in subdivided flats have poor diets Plea for government to help homeless find housing CUHK to receive its first batch of medical students Strong support for new breast milk bank Proposal for water sports centre off Kai Tak Ar...

Low expectations ahead of Russia-Ukraine talks in Turkey China, US trade reps meet on sidelines of Apec session Legco subcommittee finishes vetting security laws DAB hosts discussions on strengthening HK's logistics role 'Govt will continue to comb...

Middle East trip a success: John Lee CE says HK has a lot to offer Kuwait HK and China to benefit from outreach to Gulf nations Logistics and SME firms brace for boom in shipments HK to help mainland firms pivot amid tariff war Hong Kong liquor im...

CE courts Kuwait's support for free trade deal US to slash 'de minimus' tariff on small parcels New subsidised dental programme to start by this month Covid uptick brings reminder of vaccine's key role Subsidiary national security legislation takes...

China, US agree to 90-day tariff pause 'Sino-US deal a quick fix but uncertainty persists' HK, Qatar reach 30-day visa-free travel deal: CE 'HK ideal platform to reach out to new markets' Subsidiary legislation to beef up national security 'More c...