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SCMP publisher Tammy Tam (second from right), executive editor Zuraidah Ibrahim (back row, fourth from left) and the publication’s award-winning journalists. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

‘Tell good stories of Hong Kong’ amid global turmoil, John Lee urges local media

Local media should not only record events, but also adhere to values that support interests of city and country.

Hong Kong society

How can Hongkongers make the most of public holidays in 2027?

Cathay Pacific

On This Day | Cathay Pacific debuts on Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 1986 – SCMP archive

Hong Kong society

Elderly woman dies in fire sparked by faulty air-conditioner in Hong Kong flat

Blaze ignited at Yu Tung Court in Tung Chung on Friday morning, with 300 people evacuated.

Yu Tung Court residential estate in Tung Chung. Photo: Google Maps
Yu Tung Court residential estate in Tung Chung. Photo: Google Maps
Hong Kong society

Broke with autistic son, she thought about suicide. A charity changed their lives

Hong Kong mother Chau Ting-ting says she and son Ziyi struggled to keep going, but she found hope after support of Wemp Foundation-backed scheme.

Hong Kong housing

Long and short-term subsidised public rental housing wait falls below 5 years

Wait for general applicants for subsidised public rental housing in Hong Kong falls to 4.7 years, while standard public rental housing remains at 5.6 years.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong government issues buy-back offer letters to Wang Fuk Court homeowners

Letters issued confirming August 31 deadline, but some ‘pressured’ homeowners call for more time and clearer resettlement details.

Wang Fuk Court homeowners have been given until August 31 to accept a government buy-back offer. Photo: Elson Li
Wang Fuk Court homeowners have been given until August 31 to accept a government buy-back offer. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Calls grow to hire locals as graduate jobs decline amid AI, economic pressures

Industry leaders’ remarks come after minister says vacancies suitable for graduates fell from about 80,000 in 2022 to around 31,000 in 2025.

Accidents and personal safety

10 Hong Kong students hurt as self-heating hotpot pack explodes in classroom

Police received report from St Paul’s Co-educational College that self-heating hotpot pack exploded after being improperly heated.

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Owners push back as Wang Fuk Court administrator seeks to delay crucial meeting

Residents call for extraordinary general meeting to be held ahead of deadline on decision about whether to sell flats.

The fire at Wang Fuk Court killed 168 people. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

‘Heavy’ hearts as residents of Wang Fuk Court’s only spared block return again

Lifts put back into service for first time after fire as residents arrive with suitcases, trolleys and boxes on second visit to retrieve belongings.

Residents of Wang Chi House returned home for a second time to collect their belongings. Photo: Elson Li
Residents of Wang Chi House returned home for a second time to collect their belongings. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Wang Fuk Court administrator outlines HK$127 million refund for displaced owners

Residents express dissatisfaction as administrator says HK$180 million in renovation levies have been paid, with remaining funds set aside for refunds.

Hong Kong society

Viral clip of parasite in sashimi at Hong Kong sushi branch triggers raw emotions

Gatten Sushi issues apology on social media after footage of shocking discovery at Causeway Bay branch goes viral.

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Hong Kong society

No hotpot: Hong Kong dog-friendly restaurants face menu and layout limits

Food and Environmental Hygiene Department says officers will patrol licensed premises every day in first month after issuing permits.

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A dog owner sits with his pets outside a cafe in Kennedy Town. Photo: Karma Lo
Accidents and personal safety

Ferry passengers stranded over an hour after vessel hits typhoon shelter barrier

Authorities say all passengers were rescued and unharmed after crash involving Mui Wo-bound First Ferry VI vessel.

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The vessel hit the Hei Ling Chau typhoon shelter barrier on Monday morning. Photo: David Sutton
The vessel hit the Hei Ling Chau typhoon shelter barrier on Monday morning. Photo: David Sutton
Hong Kong society

Private sector will be invited to run new elderly care centres for middle class

‘Publicly built, privately run’ model will provide more diverse, higher-quality services and allow operators to meet wider range of needs, official says.

Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong lawmakers urge rethink of housing development policy for elderly

Lawmakers say government must reassess scheme to develop public rental flats for elderly by balancing costs and providing services, not just homes.

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Hong Kong society

Exclusive | Hong Kong may broaden at-risk elderly support after recent deaths, minister says

Welfare chief Chris Sun says support could be extended after recent deaths expose gaps in identifying vulnerable households.

Hong Kong may widen support for elderly residents after recent deaths exposed gaps in identifying those at risk. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong may widen support for elderly residents after recent deaths exposed gaps in identifying those at risk. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Exclusive | Cigarette butts ‘strong evidence’ of smoking ban breach at work sites: Chris Sun

Labour chief reveals further details of proposed ban and lays out other priorities, including injury compensation mechanism for online delivery workers.

Art

The Tai Po fire took this artist’s home and life’s work. Now she’s starting anew

Deaf artist Apple Tong, whose home and works were destroyed in the Wang Fuk Court fire, reveals how she is turning disaster into positivity.

Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong villagers accuse authorities of rushed Northern Metropolis evictions

One elderly villager says she fears her family may be separated due to rehousing arrangements.

Yick Yuen Tsuen villagers speak to the media over forced relocations. The village falls within the government’s planned Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Mother’s Day dining shifts from traditional banquets to casual meals

Banquet restaurants, popular in past years for big celebrations, report weaker Mother’s Day trade as families opt for lunch, afternoon tea or hotpot.

A family celebrates Mother's Day at the London Restaurant in Mong Kok. According to one industry leader, more people appear to be booking lunch or afternoon tea than big dinners for the special day. Photo: Sam Tsang
A family celebrates Mother's Day at the London Restaurant in Mong Kok. According to one industry leader, more people appear to be booking lunch or afternoon tea than big dinners for the special day. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Wang Fuk Court residents flag registration issues ahead of online owners’ meeting

Estate administrator Hop On Management says it has enhanced cybersecurity and ‘ample capacity’ for briefing sessions remains.

Hong Kong society

Exclusive | Hong Kong to seek more elderly care places in Guangdong, Chris Sun says

Welfare chief tells SCMP number of older residents moving into mainland care homes under government scheme has risen ninefold in recent years.

Hong Kong society

Meet 3 vinyl-spinning Hong Kong mothers finding a new rhythm after hardships

Bonding over struggles of single parenthood, three DJs are hoping to turn their music into a business with help from a social enterprise.

(From left) Carrie Lam, May Chen and Holy Lee crossed paths at a charity and bonded over their shared difficulties. Photo: Elson Li
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