Author: OMN AI

A new survey has found that many parents in Hong Kong do not know enough about invasive meningococcal disease, with nearly 60 percent believing the serious infection is no different from a common cold. Doctors are now calling for better public education as families prepare for the busy summer travel season. The findings come from a survey of 300 parents and teachers conducted by the Hong Kong Early Childhood Educators Association. The results showed that parents had limited knowledge of the disease, raising concerns about how quickly they may recognize its warning signs. Parents scored an average of 3.84 out…

Passengers and crew on a Cathay Pacific flight were safely evacuated after smoke was reported inside the aircraft shortly after it landed at Hong Kong International Airport on Sunday morning. No injuries were reported, and airport operations continued after the incident. The aircraft was operating as Flight CX624 from Bengaluru, India, to Hong Kong. It landed at about 9:53 a.m. local time. As the Airbus A330 was leaving the runway after landing, smoke was noticed inside the passenger cabin, prompting an immediate safety response. Cabin crew quickly followed emergency procedures and guided passengers off the aircraft. Everyone on board was…

Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis project has attracted two bids for its flagship pilot development, with government officials welcoming the mix of property developers and industry partners involved in the tender process. The bidding period for the Hung Shui Kiu pilot project closed on Friday. The Hong Kong government received two proposals, including one from a single developer and another from a large business consortium. Bernadette Linn Hon-ho, Hong Kong’s Secretary for Development, said the bidding outcome reflected the government’s goal of encouraging cooperation between property developers and companies from different industries. Speaking on Saturday, Linn welcomed the participation of a…

The Hong Kong Observatory has lifted the amber rainstorm warning, but weather officials say residents should continue to prepare for heavy rain, strong winds, and rough sea conditions over the coming days. The amber rainstorm warning was issued at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday before being canceled at 3:15 p.m. Earlier in the day, the observatory replaced the standby typhoon signal with the strong monsoon signal at 3:21 a.m. as weather conditions changed across the city. According to the Hong Kong Observatory, unsettled weather is expected to continue until the middle of next week. The forecast includes periods of heavy showers,…

Hong Kong lawmaker William Wong Kam-fai is expected to face an internal investigation after failing to report his recent arrest to the Legislative Council, according to information obtained from sources familiar with the matter. The case centers on the Legislative Council’s code of conduct, which requires members to inform the council if they are arrested or become involved in legal proceedings. The reported failure to follow this rule could lead to disciplinary action after a formal review. William Wong, 66, was arrested on Monday night following a traffic incident at the campus of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, where…

Hong Kong’s financial industry reached a new milestone in 2025 as assets under management climbed to a record level. Strong demand for Chinese investments helped drive the sharp increase, showing renewed confidence from global investors and strengthening Hong Kong’s position as one of the world’s leading wealth management centers. According to new data released on Thursday by Hong Kong’s financial regulator, assets and wealth managed in the city rose to HK$42.2 trillion, or about US$5.38 trillion, during 2025. The total marked a 20 percent increase from the previous record of HK$35.5 trillion reported in 2024. The strong performance reflects growing…

Hong Kong is celebrating the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese sovereignty with a wide range of discounts, special promotions, and public holiday offers. Residents and visitors can enjoy savings on dining, shopping, transport, and entertainment throughout July 1. The annual celebration marks Hong Kong’s return to Chinese administration on July 1, 1997. To commemorate the occasion, businesses and public organizations across the city are introducing limited-time promotions designed to encourage people to take part in the holiday. Restaurants are among the biggest participants in this year’s celebrations. Many dining establishments are offering discounts of up to 29 percent…

Former Hong Kong lawmaker Wu Chi-wai has been released from prison after completing his sentence in one of the city’s most closely watched national security cases. His release marks another development in the long-running legal proceedings that reshaped Hong Kong’s political landscape. Wu left Stanley Prison on Tuesday morning after serving his prison term in a landmark subversion case under Hong Kong’s national security framework. After leaving the correctional facility, Wu entered a waiting seven-seat vehicle that transported him to Fung Tak Estate in the Diamond Hill district. He was carrying two bags of personal belongings when he arrived at…

Hong Kong officials are urging changes to the proposed Kennedy Town Walkway project after concerns that the current design does not fit the area’s unique character. The project aims to improve public access to the waterfront, but planners now face growing calls to make the design blend better with the neighborhood. The proposal has attracted attention because Kennedy Town is one of the city’s most popular waterfront destinations. The planned walkway would extend offshore near Kennedy Town Praya. It is designed to give residents and visitors more space to walk along the harbor while enjoying open views of Victoria Harbour.…

A private school in Hong Kong has activated its crisis management team after an 11-year-old student died from heatstroke during a weekend training session. The tragedy has prompted grief across the school community and drawn immediate attention from education officials. Hong Kong Adventist Academy confirmed on Monday that one of its students died after collapsing during a training run on Saturday at Tseung Kwan O Sports Ground. The school said it is providing counselling and emotional support to students, teachers and families affected by the incident. The boy reportedly became unconscious while taking part in the running session. Emergency responders…