Hong Kong healthcare professionals among 5 arrested over elderly services fraud
The anti-corruption agency has arrested five people, including two healthcare professionals, for allegedly pocketing as much as millions of Hong Kong dollars in government subsidies for elderly community services through fake visit records and sharing funds with the residents’ family members.
Matthew Chang Chor-ming, principal investigator from the Independent Commission Against Corruption’s (ICAC) operations department, revealed on Thursday that last month’s arrests included a registered nurse…
Hong Kong revs up development of autonomous vehicles with new, expanded trials
Hong Kong is ramping up efforts to develop driverless vehicle services by launching a trial at Cyberport and expanding an initiative at the West Kowloon arts hub following road tests in other areas.
The Transport Department said on Thursday that mainland Chinese tech giant Baidu was also interested in applying to test autonomous vehicles in Kai Tak, in addition to its trials in Northern Lantau and Tung Chung.
The trial at the West Kowloon Cultural District was expected to move forward to road…
Waiting time for Hong Kong public rental flat rises slightly to 5.4 years
The average waiting time for a Hong Kong public rental flat increased slightly to 5.4 years in the second quarter of 2025 from 5.3 years in the first three months of the year despite a significant drop in the number of applications, according to the Housing Authority.
The authority, the city’s largest public housing provider, on Thursday pointed to applicants being allocated refurbished public housing recovered from tenants or evicted due to abuse of resources in urban areas.
It also revealed…
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TD provides convenience for direct issue of Hong Kong Full Driving Licence applications in multi-pronged approach
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COVID-19 & Flu Express (Volume 3), Number 32 (Week 32, 2025)
COVID-19 & Flu Express (Volume 3), Number 32 (Week 32, 2025)
Shaolin’s ‘CEO monk’ scandal may prompt overhaul of how temples are run in China
The scandal could mark a possible turning point in how temples are run in China.
Special traffic and transport arrangements for Kai Tak Sports Park concerts on August 15 to 17, 19 and 20
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China introduces new K visa for young science and technology professionals
14th August 2025 – (Beijing) China is set to launch a new visa category, the K visa, specifically designed for young professionals in the fields of science and technology. The decision, aimed at attracting global talent, was announced through a State Council decree signed by Premier Li Qiang. The amendment to the country’s regulations on […]
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Airport Express extends service following heavy rain and flight disruptions in Hong Kong
14th August 2025 – (Hong Kong) Hong Kong experienced heavy rainfall across multiple districts today (14th August), leading to significant disruptions at the airport. A total of 31 flights were cancelled, and 590 flights were delayed throughout the day. The Airport Authority has warned of exceptionally busy operations tonight and announced the deployment of additional […]
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Mark Six jackpot rolls over, HK$12 million fund expected for Saturday draw
14th August 2025 – (Hong Kong) The 88th Mark Six lottery draw of the year took place tonight (14th August), with the winning numbers being 1, 13, 25, 27, 31, and 34, and the special number 33. No one won the jackpot prize. However, a second prize was claimed by one ticket holder, who will […]
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A mother’s fight, a daughter’s death, and the mental health crisis consuming a generation
14th August 2025 – (Hong Kong) The story of Naina Mishra is not just the story of one young woman’s death; it is a parable about the fragility of human connection in an era when privacy is fetishised, institutions are paralysed, and the rhetoric of “boundaries” too often trumps the duty of care. It is […]
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Heavy showers and thunderstorms continue in Hong Kong as Typhoon Podul weakens
14th August 2025 – (Hong Kong) The Hong Kong Observatory has reported that intense thundery showers, driven by an active southerly airstream, are affecting the Pearl River Estuary. Showers are expected to intensify in parts of Hong Kong over the next few hours, and residents are advised to remain vigilant and prepared for sudden weather […]
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Passengers stranded on HK Express plane for hours due to heavy rain and lack of shuttle buses
15th August 2025 – (Hong Kong) Hong Kong faced severe disruptions yesterday as heavy rain prompted the Hong Kong Observatory to issue the Black Rainstorm Warning Signal. Airport operations were significantly affected, with flights delayed and passengers stranded. A HK Express flight arriving from Guiyang around noon was unable to transport passengers to the terminal […]
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