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Hong Kong Free Press (HKFP) is a non-profit company, limited by guarantee, without shareholders, co-founded by Tom Grundy in 2015. It is primarily funded by reader contributions, crowdfunding, memberships, advertising, and content syndication. All surplus income is reinvested into its news operations, and HKFP publishes annual transparency reports detailing its finances.
Hong Kong Free Press is rated as Left-Center biased with high factual reporting and high credibility by Media Bias/Fact Check, and 'Very High factuality' by Ground News. It was founded in 2015 to counter declining press freedom and media self-censorship in Hong Kong, advocating for democratic freedoms, human rights, and the rule of law. HKFP critically reports on the Hong Kong government and Beijing's influence, particularly concerning the National Security Law, and has never failed a fact-check. The outlet's coverage, as seen in the headline sample, includes local Hong Kong issues, regional affairs, and reports on the city's significantly deteriorated press freedom, which has fallen to 140th in the Reporters Without Borders index.
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‘Totally hooked’: Hong Kong takes aim at claw machine addiction
- Hong Kong authorities are considering new regulations for claw machines due to rising addiction concerns. - Players report spending significant amounts of money, with some admitting to being "totall…
Japanese defence chief takes swipe at China at security meet
- Japan's defense minister criticized China's military buildup and lack of transparency at the Shangri-La Dialogue. - He defended Japan's own defense strengthening as necessary and transparent, contra…
Taiwanese drone exports soar on Ukraine war
- Taiwan's drone exports surged in early 2026, driven by demand from the war in Ukraine. - Companies aim to be a non-Chinese component hub, despite higher costs, as domestic demand is insufficient. - …
Australian Son-in-Law Rescued After Being Stranded on Cliff During Solo Hike: 'Never Go Up the Mountain Alone'
- An Australian man, Matthew, was rescued after being stranded on a cliff for over 100 hours during a solo hike in Taitung, Taiwan. - He embarked on the hike with minimal preparation, carrying only a …
US seeks 'stable equilibrium' with China in Asia, defense chief says
- US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth adopted a measured tone toward China at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. - Hegseth stated the U.S. seeks a
Shaolin Temple ex-abbot jailed 24 years for embezzlement
- A former abbot of China's Shaolin Temple, Shi Yongxin, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery spanning three decades. - The court found he misappropriated over 131 mil…
China blasts ‘illegal’ Japan-Philippines sea border talks
- China strongly opposes Japan and the Philippines beginning maritime border negotiations. - Beijing calls the talks "illegal" and asserts exclusive control over the waters east of Taiwan. - The negot…
Ex-HKUST professor sentenced to 20 weeks in jail for bribery in student admission case
- A former professor at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) received a 20-week jail sentence for bribery. - The professor accepted HK$40,000 to help a mainland Chinese student gain …
Hong Kong Smoking Rate Falls to Record Low 8.5% But Misses WHO Target
- Hong Kong's smoking rate has fallen to a record low of 8.5%, but it did not meet the World Health Organization's target of 7.8%. - The decline is attributed to years of public and community efforts,…
Tai Po fire: Residents say ‘no choice’ but to accept buyback as deadline looms
- Residents of the fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po are expressing a lack of choice regarding the government's buyback plan for their homes. - Many residents are urging authorities to reconsider …
Re-elected Tibet-in-Exile Government Leader Sworn In
- Penpa Tsering was sworn in for a second term as the leader of the Tibetan government-in-exile (CTA). - Tsering reiterated his support for the Dalai Lama's "Middle Way" policy, seeking autonomy for T…
Ex-Hong Kong police inspector jailed 30 months for HK$1.4 million bribery
- A former Hong Kong police inspector was sentenced to 30 months in prison for accepting HK$1.4 million in bribes. - The inspector leaked case details and dropped an investigation into a suspect in ex…
HKFP Lens: Keith Macgregor captures Hong Kong’s dazzling neon legacy in new volume and exhibition
- British photographer Keith Macgregor has published a new book, "City of Lights," documenting Hong Kong's fading neon sign heritage. - The book features images from the 1990s and 2000s, capturing the…
Hong Kong gov’t begins public consultation on fire safety reforms after Tai Po fire
- Hong Kong's government has started a public consultation on fire safety law reforms following a deadly blaze in November. - The proposed amendments aim to improve public safety, regulatory coherence…
US strikes Iran amid heightened tensions and ongoing nuclear talks
- U.S. forces conducted overnight strikes on missile sites in southern Iran and targeted boats attempting to lay mines. - The strikes, aimed at protecting U.S. troops, caused oil prices to rise and he…
Hong Kong slams wanted activist’s ‘unfounded’ allegations about top gov’t prosecutor
- Hong Kong authorities have dismissed allegations by a US-based activist that a top prosecutor misused public funds for a romantic relationship with a subordinate. - The Department of Justice stated …
Hong Kong police deploy drones for crime patrols, sparking privacy debates
- Hong Kong police are increasingly using drones equipped with high-capacity cameras for surveillance and to combat petty crime. - These drones, launched from docking stations, patrol various areas, f…
‘Hard to win’: Taiwanese react to uncertainty over US arms sales
- Taiwanese citizens expressed skepticism and resignation regarding potential US arms sales being used as bargaining chips by President Trump with China. - Many view US arms sales as a "protection fee…
China mining disaster kills at least 82, worst in 17 years
- A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province, China, killed at least 82 workers, making it the country's deadliest mining disaster in 17 years. - Preliminary findings suggest the mi…
Filmmaker documents Hong Kong newt's life cycle after witnessing roadkill tragedy
- Hong Kong filmmaker Fung Hon-shing is creating a documentary about the native Hong Kong newt after witnessing a tragic scene of over a hundred newts killed by vehicles. - Fung, a former research ass…
Hong Kong police superintendent to be first city astronaut on China space mission
- Hong Kong police superintendent Lai Ka-ying will become the first astronaut from the city to join a Chinese space mission. - The Shenzhou-23 mission, launching Sunday, will send three astronauts to …
'Taiwan Travelogue' Author Hopes Award-Winning Novel Can Spark Dialogue with China
- Yang Shuang-zi's novel 'Taiwan Travelogue' won the International Booker Prize, making her the first Taiwanese author to receive the award. - The novel, a fictional translation of a Japanese memoir s…
Hong Kong Radio Station Abruptly Halts Relaunch of LGBTQ+ Show
- Metro Radio in Hong Kong has halted the planned relaunch of "We Are Family," an LGBTQ+ radio show previously axed by RTHK. - The show's host, Brian Leung Siu-fai, announced the decision on Facebook,…
CK Hutchison Denies ParknShop Merger Speculation with Rival Wellcome
- CK Hutchison Holdings executive Dominic Lai dismissed speculation about a potential merger between its supermarket chain ParknShop and rival Wellcome. - The rumors, fueled by a Financial Times repor…
Hong Kong taxi driver in court over Ngau Tau Kok crash that killed 2
- A 70-year-old Hong Kong taxi driver appeared in court over a dangerous driving incident that killed two pedestrians. - Ng Kam-cheong faces charges of dangerous driving causing death and grievous bod…
Former Hong Kong Resident Walks from Scotland to Raise £1 Million for Charity
- Kate Barr, a 30-year-old social media influencer and former Hong Kong resident, is walking from Scotland to Hong Kong to raise £1 million for Scottish charities. - She began her 10,000-mile journey …
Taiwan President Lai 'Happy' to Talk to Trump, Defying Protocol and Risking China's Ire
- Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te expressed willingness to speak with former US leader Donald Trump. - Such a conversation would break decades of diplomatic protocol and could provoke China. - Trump i…
Hong Kong Logs 40 Online Grooming Cases Targeting Minors in Early 2026; Legal Overhaul Planned
- Hong Kong recorded 40 online grooming cases targeting minors in the first four months of 2026. - The government is considering legal reforms to enhance child protection in sexual offense laws. - Aut…
HKFP Seeks Executive Editor to Lead Independent Newsroom
- Hong Kong Free Press (HKFP) is seeking an Executive Editor to manage its daily news output. - The role involves editing, fact-checking, and scheduling news stories across platforms. - HKFP emphasize…
Hong Kong police raid alleged drug lab in Tsuen Wan flat, seize HK$2.5 million of etomidate
- Hong Kong police busted an alleged drug lab in a Tsuen Wan housing flat, arresting three women. - They seized HK$2.5 million worth of etomidate, also known as "space oil." - Etomidate is increasingl…
Hong Kong legislature's protest area now a car park amid renovations
- Hong Kong's Legislative Council (LegCo) confirmed that the Designated Demonstration Area and LegCo Square are now used as a car park. - This change is part of renovations following the expansion of …
Four plead guilty to rioting at PolyU during 2019 protests
- Four men have pleaded guilty to rioting charges related to the 2019 siege of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. - The defendants were initially arrested in 2019 and 2020 but were re-arrested and …
Earthquake kills two in south China, 7,000 evacuated
- A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck China's Guangxi region early Monday, killing two people and collapsing 13 buildings. - State media reported that over 7,000 people were evacuated from the affected …
Man gets suspended jail term for resharing social media call to boycott Hong Kong elections
- A 67-year-old man received a two-month suspended jail sentence for resharing a social media post urging a boycott of Hong Kong's legislative elections. - The Independent Commission Against Corruptio…
Case of 2 men accused of conspiring to incite others to riot in 2019 moved to higher court
- Two Hong Kong men accused of conspiring to incite riots during the 2019 protests have had their case transferred to a higher court. - They face a maximum sentence of seven years' imprisonment in the…
No more media interviews, outspoken Tai Po fire survivor says after release over fraud arrest
- Jason Kong, a survivor of Hong Kong's deadliest fire, has stated he will no longer give media interviews following his arrest on fraud charges. - Kong and his wife were arrested on suspicion of mone…
Returning to Ashes: Wang Fuk Court Residents Salvage Memories and Confront Trauma
- Residents returned to their fire-damaged homes at Wang Fuk Court to salvage belongings six months after a deadly blaze. - The fire, which occurred in November, killed 168 people and displaced thousa…
Legislative Council's Role Debated: Finding Balance in Hong Kong's Executive-Led System
- Hong Kong's Legislative Council (LegCo) is debating its role within the city's executive-led system. - Central authorities emphasize that each branch of government should perform its "own role" and …
Contribute to national development by telling ‘good stories’ of China and Hong Kong, John Lee tells journalists
- Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee urged media to promote "good stories" of the city and China to aid national development. - Speaking at the Hong Kong News Awards, Lee invoked ancient Chinese philo…
Hong Kong Press Climate Worsens, Two-Thirds of Journalists Report Decline: FCC Survey
- A survey by the Foreign Correspondents’ Club found that two-thirds of journalists in Hong Kong believe the press environment has worsened over the past year. - Journalists reported increased chillin…
Hong Kong Government Issues Buy-Back Offers to Wang Fuk Court Fire Survivors
- The Hong Kong government has issued buy-back offer letters to homeowners of the fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court, aiming to acquire property titles from displaced residents. - The government plans to spe…
US Jury Convicts Man for Operating Secret Chinese 'Police Station' in New York
- A man has been convicted by a US jury for operating a secret Chinese "police station" in New York City. - The station was used to monitor dissidents and advance the Chinese government's political ag…
CUHK Proposes Overhaul of Governing Laws, Including New Grounds for Leader Removal and Alumni Body Restructuring
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has proposed significant amendments to its governing ordinance, including new grounds for removing university leaders. - Proposed grounds for removal inclu…
Taxi Driver, 70, Arrested After Crash Kills Pedestrian in Ngau Tau Kok
- A 70-year-old taxi driver was arrested following a fatal traffic accident in Ngau Tau Kok, Hong Kong. - The incident killed a 38-year-old female pedestrian and seriously injured another pedestrian a…
Tai Po fire: Administrator of fire-hit Wang Fuk Court seeks to extend deadline for homeowners’ meeting
- The administrator of the fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court is seeking to extend the deadline for a homeowners' meeting. - The company needs more time to verify signatures and find a suitable venue for the…
China-US Trade Talks Begin in South Korea Ahead of Presidents’ Summit
- Chinese and US delegations met for trade talks in South Korea ahead of a summit between Presidents Trump and Xi. - The discussions, involving US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Pre…
Over 72,000 Hong Kong Students, Staff Affected in Global Canvas Hack
- A global cyberattack on the Canvas learning platform has affected over 72,000 students and staff in Hong Kong. - Seven local institutions, including three universities, reported breaches involving p…
California Mayor Charged with Acting as China Agent
- Eileen Wang, former mayor of Arcadia, California, has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent of the Chinese government. - She and an accomplice allegedly promoted pro-China propaganda …
Hong Kong Lampposts Adorned with Messaging on China's 15th Five-Year Plan
- Hong Kong's public spaces are now adorned with decorations, including banners on lampposts, a change noted since the replacement of the previous District Council. - Recent lamppost banners celebrate…
Meta removes fake INTERPOL ads targeting Hong Kong scam victims
- Meta has removed scam advertisements impersonating INTERPOL that targeted Hong Kong residents on its platforms. - The fraudulent ads, posted by a fake news outlet, promised help to retrieve lost fun…
Tai Po Fire: Wang Fuk Court Residents Face Registration Hurdles for Management Meetings
- Residents of the fire-damaged Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po faced registration issues for online information sessions with the new management firm, Hop On Management. - The management firm, a subsidiary …
Australian lawyer remanded over dine-and-dash charges at Hong Kong luxury hotels
- An Australian lawyer, Samuel Anthony Monkivitch, has been remanded in custody in Hong Kong on charges of making off without payment and criminal damage. - Monkivitch allegedly incurred bills totalin…
Mideast War Jolts China’s Well-Oiled Manufacturing Hub
- Chinese factory owners and traders warn that prolonged conflict in the Middle East is drastically increasing manufacturing costs, particularly for plastics derived from oil. - The closure of the Str…
The Yanardağ Case: Casus Belli
- Merdan Yanardağ and others are being prosecuted in a case described as a 'casus belli' by the article's author. - The article criticizes the government's actions, alleging violations of fundamental …
Hins Cheung's Apology for Past Political Comments Sparks Fan Theories
- Cantopop star Hins Cheung has apologized for past political comments, stating he was "impulsive" and "ignorant" in his youth. - Cheung announced he would serve as a mentor in a Security Bureau progr…
Explainer: Hong Kong seeks to seize Jimmy Lai's assets amid national security crackdown
- Hong Kong authorities are seeking to seize assets belonging to Jimmy Lai, founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper, on national security grounds. - Lai is currently serving a 20-year prison …
China's Wu Yize crowned world snooker champion after Crucible final triumph
- Chinese snooker player Wu Yize, 22, won his first World Championship title on Monday, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17. - Wu's victory follows that of Zhao Xintong, making him the second Chinese player …
Public consultation for Hong Kong’s 5-year plan offers golden chance to step up city’s sustainability game
- Hong Kong is launching a public consultation for its first five-year plan, with a focus on sustainability. - The plan aims to align with China's national emphasis on sustainability, which is integra…
Hong Kong Restaurants Can Apply for Dog-Friendly Permits from May 18
- Hong Kong restaurants larger than 20 square meters can apply for licenses to allow dogs starting May 18. - The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department will accept applications from May 18 to June …
China sentences two ex-defense ministers to suspended death for graft
- China has handed suspended death sentences to two former defense ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, for corruption. - The sentences are the harshest yet in President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption …
Gov't Unit Gave Advance Notice Before Inspections at Site of Fatal Tai Po Fire, Inquiry Hears
- A senior surveyor admitted that a government unit gave advance notice before site inspections at Wang Fuk Court, where a fatal fire occurred. - The Independent Checking Unit (ICU) did not have a for…
Trans Alum Sues Former Secondary School Over ‘Discriminatory’ Hair Policies
- A transgender alumna is suing her former Hong Kong secondary school over alleged discriminatory hair policies. - The alumna claims the school's rules, which permit long hair for female students but …
Former Hong Kong police officer appointed to lead government’s media relations department
- John Tse, a former police superintendent, has been appointed as the head of Hong Kong's Information Services Department (ISD). - Tse previously led daily press briefings during the 2019 protests and…
Tourists Flock to Hong Kong Countryside Amid Golden Week Surge
- Hong Kong's countryside experienced a surge in visitors during the Golden Week holiday, with over 600,000 arrivals in the first two days. - Popular ecological spots and country parks were crowded, p…
Sri Lanka Arrests 37 Chinese Nationals at Suspected Cyber Scam Center
- Sri Lankan police arrested 37 Chinese nationals at a suspected cyber scam center in Colombo. - The suspects, who entered on tourist visas, were allegedly working illegally, with some overstaying the…
Taiwan President Arrives in Eswatini After China-Induced Travel Hiccups
- Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te successfully arrived in Eswatini, Taipei's sole African ally, after a previous trip was canceled due to revoked overflight permits. - Several African nations withdrew…
Press Freedom Day 2026: 25 reasons to support HKFP’s independent newsroom
- Hong Kong Free Press (HKFP) is seeking donations to sustain its independent newsroom amidst significant financial and political pressures. - The non-profit outlet has faced deficits, government scru…
‘Clearly me’: Chinese AI drama accused of stealing faces
- Two individuals claim their likenesses were used without consent in a Chinese AI-generated microdrama titled "The Peach Blossom Hairpin." - The microdrama, which featured the individuals as characte…
Taiwan economy grows at fastest pace since 1987
- Taiwan's economy experienced its fastest growth since 1987 in Q1 2026, expanding 13.7% year-on-year. - Robust demand for AI technology and related supply chains significantly boosted exports. - Desp…
HKFP Lens: ‘Bodies in Motion, Bodies at Rest’ - Gareth Brown’s 19 years of dance photography
- Hong Kong photographer Gareth Brown has spent 19 years on a personal project documenting dancers against the backdrop of the city's unique locations. - The project,
‘Not good enough’: Government Departments’ Testimony at Tai Po Fire Inquiry
- An inquiry into the Tai Po fire heard testimony from government departments regarding their oversight during renovations at Wang Fuk Court prior to the blaze. - Officials from various departments ac…
Australia says China agrees to collaborate on jet fuel exports
- Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong announced China has agreed to facilitate jet fuel exports, aiming to ease supply disruptions. - The move comes as the Middle East conflict and the Strait of H…
China Bans Drone Sales in Beijing, Demands Flight Permits Amid Security Fears
- Beijing will implement strict regulations banning drone sales and requiring flight permits for all unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the capital starting Friday. - The new rules cite public securit…
Hong Kong housing estate Richland Gardens sparks controversy over hiring of non-local security guards
- Hong Kong's Richland Gardens housing estate is facing controversy over its decision to hire non-local security guards. - The owners' corporation stated that hiring non-locals was necessary due to di…
Hong Kong Charges Two Men for Inciting Election Boycott, Blank Votes
- Hong Kong's anti-corruption watchdog has charged two men for allegedly inciting election boycotts and blank votes. - The charges relate to social media posts made during last year's legislative elec…
Hong Kong’s CLP Power increases fuel surcharge for 2 consecutive months
- Hong Kong's CLP Power will increase its electricity fuel surcharge for the second consecutive month starting May 1. - The increase brings the total electricity tariff to 141.6 cents per kilowatt-hou…
Hong Kong Buildings Department Admits No Flammability Tests on Scaffold Nets Before Fatal Fire
- The Buildings Department (BD) in Hong Kong did not conduct flammability tests on scaffold nets used at Wang Fuk Court before a fatal fire occurred last year. - An official testified that the departm…
Hong Kong Cinema Day a Hit with Over 200,000 Moviegoers
- Over 201,000 people attended Hong Kong's annual Cinema Day on Saturday, taking advantage of discounted HK$30 tickets. - The event, part of the government's
Tai Po fire: Residents return to retrieve belongings, take final photos and mourn neighbours
- Residents of Tai Po's Wang Fuk Court returned to their fire-damaged homes over the weekend to collect belongings and take final photos. - The devastating fire five months prior killed 168 people and…
Central Asian Gas Giant Turkmenistan Deepens Reliance on China
- Turkmenistan is deepening its energy ties with China through the expansion of the Galkynysh gas field, a project led by the China National Petroleum Corporation. - Despite aspirations to diversify e…
Ramen, Nightlife, and Love: A Japanese Entrepreneur's 55 Years in Hong Kong
- Itsuko Shimada, founder of Ippei-an Ramen & Bar, has lived in Hong Kong for 55 years, considering herself almost a Hongkonger. - Opened in 1984, Ippei-an is claimed to be Hong Kong's first ramen res…
French Journalist Denied Entry to Hong Kong, RSF Slams 'Weaponising' of Visas
- Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reported a French journalist was denied entry to Hong Kong in November. - The journalist, Antoine Vedeilhe, was reportedly detained and deported without reason after …
China’s DeepSeek releases long-awaited new AI model
- Chinese startup DeepSeek has released its new AI model, DeepSeek-V4, featuring an ultra-long context of one million words. - The model aims for leadership in domestic and open-source fields for agen…
Passenger dies after collapsing on Cathay Pacific flight from UK
- A 51-year-old passenger died after collapsing on a Cathay Pacific flight from the UK to Hong Kong. - The man was declared dead at Hong Kong International Airport after paramedics attempted resuscita…
China Stealing US AI Technology, White House Official Says
- The White House has accused Chinese entities of a large-scale operation to steal US artificial intelligence technology. - A White House official stated that these entities are using sophisticated me…
‘Disaster’ alarm and emergency alert not activated for Tai Po fire because they were ‘not suitable,’ official tells inquiry
- A senior official testified that Hong Kong's highest "disaster" fire alarm and emergency alert systems were not activated during the fatal Tai Po fire because they were deemed "not suitable." - The …
Oxfam’s living wage for Hong Kong set to rise to HK$64 per hour from Oct
- Oxfam Hong Kong will increase its recommended living wage to HK$64 per hour starting October 1, up from HK$62.8. - The adjustment is based on Hong Kong's wage levels and the latest Composite Consume…
Hong Kong Actor Gregory Wong Appeals Riot Conviction at Top Court
- Hong Kong actor Gregory Wong is appealing his conviction and sentence for rioting during the 2019 Legislative Council storming. - Wong was jailed for six years and two months after being found guilt…
Hong Kong Pilot Scheme Relocates 10 Elderly Residents to Guangdong Care Homes
- A Hong Kong government pilot scheme has relocated 10 elderly social security recipients to care homes in Guangdong, China, since its October launch. - The scheme, funded by the Community Care Fund, …
Taiwan Leader Postpones Eswatini Trip Amidst Chinese Pressure
- Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te postponed a trip to Eswatini after several countries revoked overflight permits due to Chinese pressure. - China claims Taiwan as its territory and opposes its intern…
Hong Kong Govt Seeks to Seize HK$127m in Assets from Jailed Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai
- The Hong Kong government is seeking to confiscate HK$127 million in assets from jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai. - The application follows Lai's conviction and jail sentence under the national securit…
Man City, Inter Milan, Chelsea, Juventus to Face Off in Hong Kong Pre-Season Football Festival
- Four top European football clubs, Manchester City, Inter Milan, Chelsea, and Juventus, will participate in pre-season friendlies in Hong Kong in August. - The "Hong Kong Football Festival" will feat…
Outrage in China after streaming site iQIYI debuts AI actor ‘database’
- Chinese streaming giant iQIYI is facing backlash over its new AI actor 'artist database' platform, which allows actors' likenesses to be used in AI-generated content. - Over 100 celebrities have rep…
Gov’t agencies ‘failed in their duties’ despite complaints about renovation project, ex-member of estate board says
- A former estate board member testified that enforcement agencies failed to act on complaints regarding a renovation project at Wang Fuk Court. - The renovation project was underway when a fire broke…
Hong Kong Fire Victims Return to Salvage Cherished Items from Scorched Flats
- Residents of the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in Tai Po have returned to their fire-damaged flats to salvage belongings. - Around 270 people from Wang Sun House, one of seven blocks affected by the…
Hong Kong Sevens draws over 113,000 fans; South Africa and New Zealand claim top titles
- The Hong Kong Sevens tournament concluded with South Africa's men's team and New Zealand's women's team claiming the championship titles. - Over 113,000 fans attended the three-day event, celebratin…
Humans far behind as robot breaks record at Beijing half marathon
- A humanoid robot shattered the world record at the Beijing Half Marathon, completing the course in 50 minutes and 26 seconds. - The robot's performance significantly surpassed the top human runner a…
MSF hospital in South Sudan hit by airstrike; worker warns of 'growing trend' of attacks on healthcare
- Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) reported its hospital in Lankien, South Sudan, was hit by an airstrike on February 3, 2026. - MSF believes the attack was deliberate and targeted the hospital's main w…
Wang Fuk Court Fire Survivors Petition Hong Kong Officials for On-Site Redevelopment
- Survivors of the Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong have petitioned top officials twice in a week, demanding on-site redevelopment of their estate. - They argue that current resettlement plans lack tr…
China’s economy beats forecasts, but war darkens outlook
- China's economy grew 5.0 percent year-on-year in the first quarter, exceeding forecasts despite global economic uncertainties. - The growth was primarily fueled by exports, though retail sales growt…
