In most pre-war Hong Kong buildings, ceilings are much higher than in contemporary structures; even in residential buildings, three metres or more is not uncommon.
Indonesian domestic workers in Hong Kong call for standardised training to minimise potential disputes with employers paying higher fees
Representatives of Indonesian Migrant Workers’ Union gathered outside consulate to express concern over enforcement of ‘zero placement fees’ policy.
Hong Kong’s Cross-Harbour Tunnel logs 12 per cent rise in peak traffic despite new toll fees, but start of morning rush hour pushed back
Transport commissioner notes hourly number of vehicles travelling via Cross-Harbour Tunnel during peak periods has reached between 2,800 to 2,900 since toll fee overhaul, up from 2,600.
World University Games: Ko Shing-hei beats Covid-19 to bring Hong Kong its first ever badminton medal
Ko Shing-hei overcame Covid-19 to bring home a badminton medal for Hong Kong at the World University Games in Chengdu. The 21-year-old University of Hong Kong student had contracted the virus a week ...
HK$17 billion Hong Kong business boost and 4,000 new jobs trumpeted by finance secretary Paul Chan
More than 25 top businesses have pledged to invest more than HK$17 billion (US$2.2 billion) in Hong Kong and create at least 4,000 jobs, the finance minister has said. Paul Chan Mo-po wrote on Sunday ...
Hong Kong flying squad captain accused of gross negligence after box of condoms found in aircraft cockpit
Government Flying Service issues verbal reprimand and advisory letter to crew member after media shares image of box of condoms found in aircraft.
Police Pursuit of U.S.-Based Activist Embroils Family in Hong Kong
The political divide in the family of pro-democracy campaigner Elmer Yuen has become a chasm as Hong Kong authorities step up pressure on exiled dissidents in the wake of its national-security law.
The lives of Hong Kong’s single parents: some struggle to cope, find work, build new paths, while overlooked by society
The prevalence of divorce in Hong Kong has resulted in a large number of single-parent families who face deep-seated problems but receive insufficient support, with two recent cases sparking calls for ...
Are Hong Kong’s typhoons becoming stronger? Expect longer, more unpredictable storms, Observatory chief says
Hong Kong Observatory director Chan Pak-wai says proportion of strong typhoons will increase, while they will move slower and affect areas for longer Effects of global warming may be partly to blame, ...
Hong Kong holds exhibition in bid to preserve iconic neon legacy
An exhibition featuring some of Hong Kong's most iconic glowing signs is being held with the event's organizer aiming to preserve ...
Hong Kong’s Role in Reconstructing Sino-American Engagement
Hong Kong has the opportunity to play a unique role in the Sino-American relationship, which would also help it maintain relevance on the world stage. Additionally, the SAR must diversify beyond the ...
Wild boar killed after attacking woman, teenage boy in Hong Kong train station
A 154-pound wild boar was caught and put down after it attacked a woman and a 15-year-old boy outside a train station in Hong Kong, making it the 541st to be captured and killed by officials since ...
Hong Kong buoyed by return of Royal Caribbean cruise ship after lengthy hiatus
Spectrum of the Seas docks in city for first time in 18 months, after authorities scrapped all cruise journeys during fifth wave of Covid-19 infections.
Hong Kong home price war could get uglier after CK Asset’s new home launch, agents say
A new home launch this week by Hong Kong property developer CK Asset at the lowest prices in seven years has shocked the market and could intensify a price war in the financial hub, realtors said.