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Mr and Mrs Ho became famous after appearing on a prime-time television programme in 2024, but their relationship deteriorated soon after. Photo: Youtube
Hong Kong courts

‘Mr Ho’ pleads guilty to stabbing ‘Mrs Ho’ as prison sentence looms

Judge denies bail to Ho Huen, 79, saying custodial sentence unavoidable after internet personality stabbed wife while separate assault case ongoing.

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong adds 820 extra flights to ease disruption from Middle East conflict

Artificial intelligence

OpenAI, which bars access to services in China, seeks Mandarin-speaking staff

Food and Drinks

Your Hong Kong weekend food guide for May 22-25

Fill your public holiday weekend with Roganic’s new tasting menu, Chinesology’s history-inspired banquet and Shake Shack’s Southern US BBQ flavours.

Roganic Hong Kong is known for its commitment to sustainability. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong workers/labour rights

Letters | Hong Kong must match worker to job. More training is not enough

Readers call for the introduction of professional career coaching, a flexible ride-hailing framework, and more creativity for local restaurants.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s market surge drives ‘fear of missing out’ among French investors

Finance chief Paul Chan says the shift is fuelled by city’s strong market performance and an improved geopolitical situation, especially following Xi-Trump summit.

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Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Kazakhstan to deepen financial services cooperation with Hong Kong, consul says

Envoy Bauyrzhan Dosmanbetov attributes growth of local Kazakhstani community to Belt and Road Scholarship programme launched in 2016.

A light rail train on the first day of operations in Astana, Kazakhstan, in mid-May. Photo: Handout
From our archives

In pictures: crossing the Hong Kong-mainland China border through the decades

Discover how Hong Kong-mainland border crossings transformed from slow, queue-filled journeys in the 1970s to today’s seamless high-speed rail trips.

Hong Kong housing

Only 4 of Hong Kong’s 110,000 subdivided homes put up for seal of approval

Three of the applications submitted by single landlord, Hayson Chan, chairman of the Hong Kong Basic Housing Units Operators Association.

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Electric & new energy vehicles

China’s Nio slams EV price wars as costs surge, defying cuts by rival Li Auto

Nio and Li Auto take different approach to pricing new models, with one executive praising ‘reasonable’ carmakers that raise prices.

A Li Auto L9 is displayed at the auto show in Beijing on April 24. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Central Asia trip will open new horizons of prosperity for Hong Kong

After years of promoting the city in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, it is sensible for city leaders to look to Central Asia.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu and Uzbek Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov attend the Uzbekistan-China (Hong Kong) Business Forum on May 6. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Tai Po blaze: Hong Kong to ban smoking at construction sites from July 17

Workers violating law face HK$3,000 fine, while contractors who fail to prevent them from lighting up can be hit with HK$400,000 penalty.

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United States

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iranian exchange house, 19 ships from shadow fleet

The Treasury’s move came after Iran ‌said its latest peace proposal to the US involved ending hostilities on all fronts.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Visitor quotas needed to protect country parks, 4 trails challenge founder says

Andre Blumberg, who created 298km ultra-marathon, says recent scenes of overcrowding in country parks left him feeling ‘quite disturbed’.

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Tourists flock to scenic Po Pin Chau during the recent “golden week” holiday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong steps up Ebola precautions, prepares Lantau Island quarantine facility

Centre for Health Protection prepares Penny’s Bay site and response plan, including tracing, as central Africa outbreak declared global emergency.

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A quarantine facility has been prepared at Penny’s Bay on Lantau Island as authorities step up efforts to guard against the potential spread of the deadly Ebola virus. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong urged to prioritise hydrogen adoption to meet carbon neutrality goal

Our Hong Kong Foundation calls for refuelling hubs at ports and airport, with focus on heavy vehicles, to further cut emissions.

Hong Kong transport

MTR Corp on track with new Tung Chung West station

MTR Corporation says it will complete tunnel boring by September.

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Hong Kong property

‘Aggressive pricing’: Able Engineering tops titans’ bids in Hong Kong land sale

Able Engineering outperforms analyst forecasts to secure a residential parcel that can fit nearly 1,000 units, and the win is seen reflecting rising confidence in the sector.

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The Tung Chung New Town Development is seen in 2024. Photo: Jelly Tse
From our archives

On This Day | In 1961, Typhoon Alice claims 4 lives in Hong Kong – SCMP archive

On this day in 1961, a typhoon that hit the city injured around 20 and led to four – two women and two children – being killed.

Hyrox's Rise in Asia

How to recover after a Hyrox race, according to experts

From what to eat in the first 2 hours, to contrast therapy, compression and sleep optimisation, here’s how to recover after a gruelling Hyrox race.

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Fashion

‘People got crazy’: Swatch’s US$400 Royal Pop watch and drop-culture madness

After the Audemars Piguet x Swatch watch launched to ‘mosh pit’ vibes from Europe to Asia, buyers are being assured there’s no shortage.

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Watches from the limited-edition ‘Royal Pop’ watch, a collaboration between Swiss watch maker Swatch and luxury brand Audemars Piguet, are displayed in the window of a Swatch store as they are currently out of stock in Paris, France, May 18, 2026. REUTERS/Alice Sacco
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Hong Kong lifts flat resale curbs for Tai Po fire survivors under buy-back plan

Owners can sell replacement flats any time and get two-year vouchers to buy second-hand subsidised housing.

Owners displaced by the Tai Po fire will be granted resale flexibility and housing vouchers to buy second-hand subsidised housing. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong courts

Ex-HSBC banker acquitted of assaulting wife amid divorce battle

Magistrate clears Kenneth Tung of charge after finding wife may have tried to frame him to gain advantage in divorce proceedings.

Accidents and personal safety

Air-con repairman dies after falling from 11th floor of Kowloon City building

Man, 38, was not wearing safety belt and building had no scaffolding.

Hong Kong politics

China will actively help to resolve international conflicts, diplomat says

Han Zhiqiang delivers pledge at Global Prosperity Summit, where political heavyweight Regina Ip also calls for creating Apec think tank council.

Chinese diplomat Han Zhiqiang delivers his keynote speech at the Global Prosperity Summit in Hong Kong on Tuesday. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong stars Nick Cheung and William Chan join wave of upmarket home sales

Celebrity deals highlight strengthening recovery in luxury property market after transactions more than double in first quarter.

Nick Cheung sold his flat at Grenville House in Mid-Levels for HK$132 million. Photo: Handout
Artificial intelligence

China’s Moonshot AI moves to unwind offshore structure in IPO pursuit: sources

Beijing-based unicorn tells shareholders it will dismantle VIE model as regulators tighten oversight, as shift may signal new era for foreign tech investment.

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Banking & finance

Standard Chartered bets on Hong Kong as it raises long-term earnings goals

Bank refines 2030 profit plans, citing city’s role as a superconnector in wealth and global capital flows, with automation trimming costs.

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