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A former school teacher in Hong Kong has been found guilty of molesting a student in a case linked to incidents that took place in 2020. The ruling was delivered on Wednesday at Tsuen Wan Court, where a District Court judge convicted Cheng Hon-sze of two counts of indecent assault involving a teenage pupil. The court heard that the offenses occurred between May and October 2020 when the student was 15 years old. According to the judgment, Cheng improperly touched the girl and also made her take part in an obscene act involving him. The judge found that the evidence…

More than 90 percent of mainland Chinese companies plan to expand overseas within the next two years, with over 80 percent intending to use Hong Kong as a gateway to Southeast Asia, according to a new survey released by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council. The findings highlight the growing importance of Southeast Asia as a destination for Chinese businesses seeking international growth. The report suggests that companies are increasingly looking beyond traditional markets and are building stronger connections with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region. The survey was conducted between January and February 2026 and gathered responses…

A Hong Kong court has sentenced the former owner of a private tutorial centre to six years and four months in prison after he was convicted of molesting five boys and recording some of the offences. The sentence was handed down by the High Court on Tuesday. The court found that Yu Hey-tsit committed multiple offences against five minors at the Prime Solid Learning Education Centre in Mei Foo Sun Chuen, a tutoring business that has since ceased operations. According to court findings, the victims were between seven and 14 years old at the time of the offences. The incidents…

Hong Kong lawmakers have called for reforms to the city’s public inquiry hotline, urging authorities to study Beijing’s approach to handling public complaints and service requests. The proposal was raised during Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s first closed-door dialogue session with members of the Legislative Council. The meeting, described as a “rules-free and warm-hearted” exchange, brought together 67 lawmakers for a 90-minute discussion at the Legislative Council complex on Tuesday. Fifteen legislators spoke directly with the chief executive during the session, which focused on a range of public policy and governance issues. Several lawmakers used the opportunity to suggest improvements…

A 62-year-old aircraft maintenance worker has died after falling from a work platform while repairing an airplane at Hong Kong International Airport on Monday morning. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the workplace accident. Police said they received a report at 8:35 a.m. about an injured worker at a maintenance site operated by the Hong Kong Aircraft Engineering Company (Haeco). Emergency responders arrived at the scene after receiving the call and found the worker with serious injuries following the fall. According to preliminary police findings, the worker was carrying out maintenance on an aircraft when…

Hong Kong property developers are expected to report stronger financial results for the first half of 2026 as the housing market shows signs of recovery. Rising home sales, better profit margins, and improved rental income have increased confidence across the sector, with investors closely watching whether the positive trend can continue. The expected earnings growth comes after a period of slower activity in Hong Kong’s property market. Developers have faced several challenges in recent years, including weaker demand, higher interest rates, and cautious buyer sentiment. However, market conditions have started to improve during 2026, giving the industry renewed momentum. Analysts…

Hong Kong’s government says the Northern Metropolis Development Plan will create a more comfortable place to live while supporting long-term economic growth. Officials expect the large-scale project near the Shenzhen border to offer larger homes, more public spaces, and better access to daily services for future residents. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po shared the government’s vision in his weekly blog, describing the Northern Metropolis as an important step toward building a more liveable city. He said the new township is designed to meet the needs of people who want a better balance between work, education, housing, and leisure. The Northern…

Thousands of travelers were affected at Hong Kong International Airport after Typhoon Noul brought severe weather to the city, forcing widespread flight cancellations and leaving many passengers stranded overnight. The Hong Kong Airport Typhoon Disruption created long waits inside the airport as travelers searched for updates on delayed and canceled flights. Many passengers spent the night inside the terminal after their travel plans were interrupted by the storm. Airport terminals remained crowded on Sunday morning. Most seats in the departure hall were occupied as travelers waited for new flight information. Some passengers rested on benches, while others used luggage carts…

Xinjiang is becoming a popular travel destination for people from Hong Kong as tourism groups and travel organizers promote new experiences in the region. Better transport, modern facilities, and stunning natural landscapes are encouraging more visitors to explore the area. Many travelers say the trips offer a chance to discover a part of China they have never seen before. The region is gaining attention for its mountains, lakes, local culture, and outdoor attractions. One of those visitors is 16-year-old Hong Kong student Angel Lau Yin-kwan. She had wanted to visit the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region for a long time because…

Hong Kong police have arrested a 20-year-old man after he allegedly posted comments online that claimed a bomb would be placed somewhere in the city. Officers treated the messages as a serious public safety matter and launched an investigation soon after the posts appeared. The suspect, identified only by his family name Hui, was taken into custody after police linked the online comments to his account. Authorities are investigating the case as an alleged bomb hoax that also included threats of violence. The comments appeared on Thursday night under a social media post about summer activities at Hong Kong Disneyland.…