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Man arrested as Hong Kong police seize 800kg of illegal fireworks worth HK$1 million

Man arrested as Hong Kong police seize 800kg of illegal fireworks worth HK$1 million

Hong Kong police have charged a man with illegal possession of fireworks and firecrackers after seizing a haul worth HK$1 million (US$128,200) from a shipping container in Tuen Mun, three weeks ahead of the Lunar New Year. Officers from the New Territories North regional anti-triad unit found 58 boxes containing 800kg (1,764lbs) of pyrotechnics during

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大年初一賀歲花車巡遊 麥當勞經典「小火車」將亮相 (16:25) – 20260127 – 港聞 – 即時新聞

今年匯演有11個花車參與單位、共12輛花車登場,其中連續24年冠名贊助的國泰將以慶祝80週年為主題,展示以經典客機穿梭時光隧道為造型的花車;連續參與巡遊27年的香港賽馬會的花車則以3匹仿馬牽頭,寓意馬年朝氣蓬勃、繁榮昌盛。至於香港迪士尼樂園度假區就會有多個迪士尼角色聯同舞者帶來新春街頭派對;海洋公園花車就以大熊貓新春造型登場。 首次參與匯演的香港麥當勞花車設計靈感源自80年代沙田新城市廣場分店的經典小火車裝置,配以麥當勞標誌性的紅、黃色為主色,車身及車尾分別以「M」標誌及薯條裝飾,並加上經典燈泡,展現麥當勞歡樂夢幻和歷久常新的形象。同樣首次參與的香港品牌玩具協會花車則匯聚本地潮流 IP元素,包括「Labubu」、「Molly 」等人氣角色,呈現香港創意文化。 至於旅發局花車會以「盛事之都 環球歡聚」為主題,以「雙花車」形式展示,主車以多個 Q 版盛事造型的馬仔吉祥物,副車則設計成啟德體育園主場館,展示香港「盛事之都」的魅力。 另外,今年匯演有16隊來自多個國家及地區的表演團隊參與,意大利奇幻恐龍(Cromosauro)則帶來高逾5 米、身長達 7 米的巨型恐龍造型,並與中國香港中國國術龍獅總會的「夜光龍」合作,呈現「雙龍共舞」。本地15隊表演團隊則包括舞團Rookids,該舞團有一位年僅 11 歲、勇奪2025世界街舞大賽 U18 冠軍的成員。 今年匯演由大年初一晚上8時起舉行,58隊花車及表演隊伍將於香港文化中心廣場起步,途經廣東道、海防道及彌敦道,以香港喜來登酒店外為終點。現場設有觀眾席,分別設有香港文化中心廣場A、B、C區,票價由450至600元不等,市民可於2月7日早上8時起在旅發局九龍旅客諮詢中心購票,3至11歲兒童及65歲或以上長者可享半價優惠。每人每次限購4張,先到先得,售完即止。公眾亦可在巡遊路線沿途免費欣賞。 旅發局主席林建岳致辭時表示,旅發局會把握黃金檔期,以「福運全城」為主題,宣傳香港多姿多彩的新春活動,並和業界攜手向客源市場推廣,吸引更多不同地方的旅客新春期間來港,感受本地濃厚的新年氣氛。 Source link

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Secretary for Education Christine Choi says the proposal will also outline the requirements for rejoining the profession. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong teachers must meet training hours requirement for practising certificate

Teachers who fail to complete the required hours of professional development will be denied practising certificates, Hong Kong’s education authorities have said, ahead of meeting next week to discuss details of the proposed scheme. Secretary for Education Christine Choi Yuk-lin said the proposal would also outline the requirements for rejoining the profession after registered teachers

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What were lead singer Rosé’s local snack choices at Blackpink’s Hong Kong shows?

What were lead singer Rosé’s local snack choices at Blackpink’s Hong Kong shows?

A guessing game went viral online and at Kai Tak Stadium during Blackpink’s three concerts in Hong Kong, with two-dish-rice and other street food such as egg tarts and pineapple buns among the top items that fans speculated the lead singer of the K-pop girl group would eat on stage. In the end, it was

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‘All options’ on table amid feedback from flat owners hit by Tai Po fire: John Lee

‘All options’ on table amid feedback from flat owners hit by Tai Po fire: John Lee

The Hong Kong government is analysing feedback from 90 per cent of property owners affected by the devastating Tai Po fire, with the city leader stressing that “every option” is being considered amid some residents’ demands for in situ redevelopment. Two months after the fire that claimed 167 lives, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on

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Hong Kong’s MTR Corp raises record A$2 billion in first Australian dollar green bond sale

Hong Kong’s MTR Corp raises record A$2 billion in first Australian dollar green bond sale

Hong Kong’s rail giant has sold its first-ever Australian dollar-denominated green bonds for a record A$2 billion (US$1.4 billion) to fund environmentally friendly projects, marking the country’s largest order book. The bonds, issued in two equal tranches, were oversubscribed more than sixfold by a variety of investors, the MTR Corporation said on Tuesday. The offering

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Hong Kong must invest in Africa-Asia financial corridor, government adviser FSDC urges

Hong Kong must invest in Africa-Asia financial corridor, government adviser FSDC urges

Hong Kong should focus on connecting its capital markets with African financial centres so that companies and Belt and Road Initiative projects on the continent can raise funds in the city, according to a council that advises the government on development strategy. In addition to being a funding source for commercial enterprises and infrastructure projects,

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A Dragonair plane flies past the control tower at Chek Lap Kok Airport on October 17, 2004. Photo: SCMP

On This Day | Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific rebrands Dragonair subsidiary in 2016 – from the SCMP archive

This article was first published on January 27, 2016 Exit the Dragon­air as Cathay rebrands by Sijia Jiang Cathay Pacific group is likely to announce a rebrand­ing of its Dragon­air sub­si­di­ary as “Cathay Dragon” as the com­pany seeks to strengthen its cor­por­ate iden­tity. The idea to strengthen the sis­ter air­line’s asso­ci­ation with the premium air­line

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Paul Jackson Appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong and Area Vice President Operations

Paul Jackson Appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong and Area Vice President Operations

Hong Kong, January 27, 2026 — Mandarin Oriental is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Jackson as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Area Vice President, Operations, overseeing Mandarin Oriental properties in Hong Kong, Macau, Tokyo, and the upcoming Mandarin Oriental Manila, Makati. With more than three decades of experience in luxury hospitality, Paul Jackson

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Hong Kong model Abby Choi’s murder trial set for September

Hong Kong model Abby Choi’s murder trial set for September

Abby Choi Tin-fung’s ex-husband, his brother and father will stand trial for her alleged killing in September, three years after the death of the Hong Kong model. In a closed-door hearing on Tuesday, Alex Kwong Kong-chi, his elder brother Anthony Kwong Kong-kit and father Kwong Kau appeared before Deputy High Court Judge Brian Keith for

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Hong Kong leader urges patience amid pushback against mandatory seat belts on buses

Hong Kong leader urges patience amid pushback against mandatory seat belts on buses

Hong Kong’s leader has called for patience following public complaints about the city’s new mandatory seat belt law, with passengers lamenting that the restraints were poorly fitted for young children and prevented commuters from reaching the “stop” buttons on buses to alight. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on Tuesday said the new regulation was a

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Hong Kong stressed/distressed property report: weaker property developers forced asset sellers amid refinancing woes – Insights

Hong Kong stressed/distressed property report: weaker property developers forced asset sellers amid refinancing woes – Insights

The Hong Kong commercial property market has been in a slump since mid-2019, making banks increasingly wary of refinancing the sector over the past few years, especially those that are smaller second and third-tier developers. As a result, some second and third-tier developers as well as private investors have been forced to sell property to

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The cleaning contractor removed the fish to facilitate maintenance but allegedly failed to provide a temporary space with adequate aeration. Photo: Hong Kong Pigeon and Dove Rescue

Hong Kong police probe pond cleaning operation that killed more than 100 fish

Hong Kong police have launched an investigation into animal cruelty after more than 100 fish, including large koi, died while a pond was being cleaned at a public housing estate in Tseung Kwan O. The incident occurred on Monday morning when a cleaning contractor removed the fish to facilitate maintenance, but allegedly failed to provide

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Hong Kong Techathon+ 10th Anniversary Finale and Inaugural Global University Innovation Network (GUIN) Forum Successfully Held

Bringing together local and overseas innovation talents and leaders to deepen cross-border, cross-campus collaboration HONG KONG, HK / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), together with 15 local tertiary institutions, marked a major milestone as Hong Kong Techathon+, the city’s largest international intercollegiate innovation and technology

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Hong Kong constitutional, mainland affairs minister Erick Tsang resigns, reveals he has cancer

Hong Kong constitutional, mainland affairs minister Erick Tsang resigns, reveals he has cancer

Erick Tsang Kwok-wai has resigned as Hong Kong’s secretary for constitutional and mainland affairs, saying he is suffering from prostate cancer and cannot cope with the heavy workload. Shortly after the State Council’s announcement, city leader John Lee Ka-chiu dismissed speculation about further departures of principal officials. He said his cabinet had fulfilled its duties

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Explainer | Why Hong Kong is turning to Shanghai to build a gold hub

Explainer | Why Hong Kong is turning to Shanghai to build a gold hub

Hong Kong has struck a deal with the Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE) to deepen cross-border connectivity in bullion trading, as the city steps up efforts to build a broader gold ecosystem spanning trading, clearing and storage. The agreement comes as gold prices hit a record high of US$5,110 per ounce on Tuesday morning, buoyed by

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Erick Tsang joined the government as an assistant immigration officer in 1987. Photo: Karma Lo

Breaking | Hong Kong constitutional and mainland affairs minister Erick Tsang removed from post

Beijing removed Erick Tsang Kwok-wai from his position as Hong Kong’s Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs on Tuesday, ending days of speculation about his departure. According to state news agency Xinhua, the decision by the State Council was based on the recommendation of Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu and made in accordance with relevant

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Blackpink lifts mainland Chinese arrivals in Hong Kong to January weekend record

Blackpink lifts mainland Chinese arrivals in Hong Kong to January weekend record

Mainland Chinese tourists coming to Hong Kong on Saturday and Sunday made it a record-breaking weekend for this month, driven by K-pop girl group Blackpink’s shows, while the figure was just 2 per cent below New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day footfall. Hotel and retail industry leaders said on Monday the three-day concert series

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‘If you have the physical gold … nobody owes you anything’

Hong Kong billionaire Cheah Cheng Hye has quietly turned a quarter of his fortune into gold, betting that in an era of sanctions, seizures, and geopolitical shocks, nothing beats metal you can touch. “If you have the physical gold in the warehouse or in your bank safe, nobody owes you anything,” he told Bloomberg News

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地盤墜12膠管 傷途人毁車 - 20260127 - 港聞 - 每日明報

地盤墜12膠管 傷途人毁車 – 20260127 – 港聞 – 每日明報

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