Hong Kong’s newly inaugurated Kai Tak Stadium will take center stage as the host of the Rugby Sevens competition for the 15th National Games of the People’s Republic of China, commencing tomorrow, November 12, and running through November 14. Officially named the Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy, the tournament features both men’s and women’s divisions,…
On Tuesday evening, a significant fire erupted at a sheet-metal warehouse complex in Tuen Mun, Hong Kong, prompting a swift emergency response from local authorities and fire services. The incident, which unfolded around 6:15 p.m. at 15 Tsing Chung Koon Road, generated intense smoke and visible flames, drawing immediate concern due to its proximity to…
A high-profile case involving allegations of sexual assault and unlawful imprisonment against a construction worker opened in Hong Kong’s High Court this week, highlighting the Special Administrative Region’s unwavering commitment to prosecuting crimes of violence against women. The defendant, 46-year-old Chan Hon-pong, faces charges stemming from an alleged incident in August 2023 where he reportedly…
The Chief Executive of Hong Kong, Mr. John Lee, met with State Councillor Ms. Shen Yiqin and a delegation from the General Administration of Sport of China on Monday at Government House to finalize preparations for the 15th National Games. This high-level meeting focused on assessing Hong Kong’s readiness to co-host the premier national multi-sport…
Hong Kong will allocate a one-time subsidy to community centers across the territory, aiming to significantly increase voter participation among the elderly and residents with disabilities in the upcoming Legislative Council (LegCo) election. This initiative, which mirrors measures successfully deployed during the last territory-wide poll two years ago, provides HK$20,000 to each eligible elderly and…
Hong Kong authorities recently concluded a major enforcement operation targeting unauthorized employment across the territory, resulting in the apprehension of 21 individuals. The eight-day crackdown, spearheaded by the Immigration Department, highlights the ongoing fight against illegal labor practices and the serious repercussions facing both employers and unauthorized workers. From November 2 to November 9, 2025,…
Hong Kong authorities are enhancing patrols and outreach efforts along Sunset Peak following a seasonal spike in visitors that resulted in environmental damage to the iconic silvergrass meadows. As the delicate silvergrass reaches its autumnal peak, attracting heavy foot traffic, images circulated online recently showed numerous hikers venturing off official trails and trampling dense clumps…
A somber discovery unfolded early Tuesday morning at Un Lok House in Cheung Sha Wan’s Un Chau Estate, where authorities found two brothers deceased in their public housing flat, sparking renewed concerns about community well-being and monitoring of vulnerable residents. The alarm was raised around 6:25 a.m. when a vigilant security guard conducting a routine…
A significant disruption struck Hong Kong’s North Point neighborhood on Tuesday when a major underground water main ruptured, sending a powerful geyser skyward and forcing the immediate closure of a key thoroughfare. The incident, which occurred around 12:37 p.m. near Flora Garden on Cloud View Road, choked local traffic and necessitated extensive detours for multiple…
Acclaimed Hong Kong film director Peter Chan Ho-sun was involved in a midday traffic accident on Monday near the Stanley area, according to local authorities. The veteran filmmaker, 62, emerged uninjured after his luxury SUV reportedly swerved to avoid an animal entering Island Road, resulting in a collision with roadside infrastructure. The incident occurred just…
A significant blaze erupted at the New Yau Ma Tei Typhoon Shelter Tuesday afternoon when a barge loaded with recycled materials caught fire, prompting a multi-agency emergency response and drastically reducing visibility across nearby roadways in Hong Kong. The incident, which began shortly before 1 p.m., drew immediate concern as witnesses reported auditory explosions and…
A significant traffic disruption snarled travel plans for Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) commuters this week after a multi-vehicle accident temporarily closed lanes on the North Lantau Highway. The collision, involving two medium goods vehicles near the Lantau Link toll plaza on Tuesday morning, resulted in multiple injuries and prompted a major emergency response. The…
A significant traffic incident on the North Lantau Highway severely complicated travel to Hong Kong International Airport Tuesday afternoon, following a collision between two medium goods vehicles. The crash, which occurred near the Lantau Link toll plaza around 11:30 a.m., resulted in four injuries and necessitated a multi-agency emergency response, leading to substantial lane closures…
HONG KONG — MTR Corporation has promptly adjusted directional signage at Ho Man Tin Station’s Exit A, incorporating historical community names after an initial change sparked public concern regarding the prioritization of new private development branding. The revision, confirmed Tuesday morning by MTR management, follows social and political discussion over an initial modification that streamlined…
King Felipe VI of Spain will embark on a historic four-day state visit to China beginning Tuesday, marking the first such visit by a Spanish monarch in nearly two decades. This high-level engagement signifies Madrid’s strategic pivot to strengthen political and commercial ties with Beijing, particularly as other European nations exercise caution and relations cool…
An early morning fire broke out Tuesday in a residential building in Yau Ma Tei, prompting a swift emergency response from Hong Kong firefighting units. The alarm was sounded just before 7:00 a.m. concerning a blaze originating in a common corridor adjacent to an elderly care facility housed within the Man Yuen Building on Man…
A vehicular accident involving a private automobile and a motorcycle on Ngau Tau Kok Road resulted in injuries to the motorcyclist Tuesday morning, shortly after the height of rush hour traffic. The collision occurred around 10:25 a.m. adjacent to the MTR Ngau Tau Kok Station, necessitating an emergency response and temporarily affecting local traffic movement.…
A young Pakistani resident was hospitalized Monday evening following a serious suspected self-harm incident at a guesthouse along bustling Nathan Road in Mong Kok. The situation, which garnered immediate emergency response, underscores the persistent mental health challenges facing individuals dealing with complex personal and financial stressors in Hong Kong, particularly within non-Chinese speaking communities. At…
After a grueling 41-day impasse, the U.S. Senate passed a crucial spending bill late Tuesday, moving the nation one step closer to ending the protracted government shutdown. The bipartisan funding package, approved by a 60–40 margin, now heads to the House of Representatives, where a vote is anticipated on Wednesday. Should the lower chamber concur,…
A vehicle fire involving a heavy goods vehicle laden with construction materials caused extensive traffic disruptions along Tuen Mun Road Monday morning, prompting emergency services to shut down lanes near the Tsing Tin Interchange. The incident, recorded around 9:18 a.m., affected the critical Kowloon-bound routes during peak travel hours, forcing immediate intervention from fire suppression…