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Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:27:31 +0800Disciplinary penalties for those in O-camp misconduct
The City University of Hong Kong on Friday said that all students involved in the orientation camp incident, as well as the organisers, have been penalised after an investigation.
The Student Discipline Panel was set up to probe the incident during ...
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:15:39 +0800HK Disneyland Hotel to close for facelift from Oct 12
Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel will be closed starting from October 12 for refurbishments aimed at better serving visitors’ needs.
The resort hotel, which started checking in guests just over two decades ago when the theme park opened, offers 400 room...
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:37:22 +0800Lee says banks have key role to play in five-year plan
Chief Executive John Lee on Friday described the banking sector as a crucial partner for Hong Kong in its efforts to better integrate into and serve the country's development.
Speaking at an Association of Banks event, he said the organisation has l...
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:52:41 +0800Cathay Pacific CEO backs rail-air integration for HK
Cathay Pacific Airways chief executive Ronald Lam says high-speed rail and air travel are not a zero-sum game and that the two sectors should support each other to drive Hong Kong's long-term growth.
Speaking on RTHK's "On Broadcast Drive" programme...
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:49:36 +0800Police arrest 269 people over technology scams
Police have arrested 269 people over the past two weeks in connection with 203 technology scam cases, involving total losses of HK$320 million.
The 203 cases mainly involved phone scams, online shopping and investment fraud.
Superintendent Kwok C...
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:25:47 +0800Cathay axes Dubai, Riyadh flights till end of November
Cathay Pacific said on Friday that passenger flights to Dubai and Riyadh have been cancelled up to the end of November due to the latest developments in the Middle East.
Those who are affected will be allowed to rebook, reroute or get refunds.
“M...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:40:17 +0800Evening News on TV32 - Sep 3
Top stories for Thursday, Sep 3, 2026
- John Lee says Hong Kong is ready to show off its unique strengths at upcoming Apec summits.
- Raids lead to more arrests but there's no trace of a so-called cancer vaccine at local clinics.
- Three women are...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:02:28 +0800Festival seeks tourism bonanza in finer things in life
Hong Kong will host its inaugural "Festival of Connoisseurs" from November 4 to 6 at AsiaWorld-Expo, showcasing an array of luxury goods such as private jets, supercars, yachts, jewellery, fine art, rare wines and haute cuisine.
The high-end exhibit...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:51:28 +0800Veterans, rookies chase Asian Games fencing glory
Hong Kong, China will field a diverse fencing squad of seasoned veterans and rising stars at the Asian Games in Nagoya, aiming to match or surpass the historic medal haul achieved in the previous edition.
The SAR delegation will feature 24 athletes ...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:23:10 +0800T3 unlikely as Saudel weakens relatively quickly
The Observatory on Thursday said it is unlikely that a higher storm signal would be issued as Tropical Depression Saudel continues to weaken.
Acting senior scientific officer Shum Chi-tai said that Saudel was estimated to be about 300 kilometres nor...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:12:39 +0800Govt to continue with Wang Chi buyout plan
The government confirmed on Thursday that it would continue to acquire the only block that was not directly hit by the inferno at Wang Fuk Court, as more than three-quarters of homeowners have reportedly signed a formal sale and purchase agreement.
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Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:51:33 +0800HK 'ready to show unique strengths in Apec summits'
Chief Executive John Lee said Hong Kong's rule of law, free-flowing capital and global financial heft take on new weight as the Greater Bay Area (GBA) prepares to welcome Apec leaders for the first time this November.
Delivering a video speech at th...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:22:28 +0800Three women in court over Kwun Tong mall fight
Three women appeared in court on Thursday over a brawl in a Kwun Tong shopping mall last month, in which a five-year-old girl was allegedly slapped.
The three defendants were charged with fighting in public.
One of the women, a 68-year-old, was al...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:57:07 +0800HK dog breed checks shouldn't rely on DNA: SPCA
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) said Hong Kong's restricted-breed law allows for dog confiscation based on visual traits, though owners are able to appeal classifications to a review panel.
Speaking on RTHK's Backchat pro...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:40:50 +0800T1 to remain in force on Thurs
The Observatory said the Standby Signal No. 1 would remain in force on Thursday and it would assess the need for a higher storm signal on Friday even though Tropical Storm Saudel is weakening.
Acting senior scientific officer Shum Chi-tai said Saude...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:53:32 +0800No sign of WT1 jab in vaccines crackdown
Assistant Director of Health Frank Chan on Thursday said authorities had not found any Wilms' tumour 1 (WT1) vaccines after police and the Department of Health raided 14 premises and arrested three people while seizing more than 890 vaccine vials.
T...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:06:29 +0800Dog reclassification possible during routine checks
Pet owners could find their dogs reclassified as fighting breeds during standard licensing and vaccination appointments, the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) said on Thursday.
Speaking on an RTHK radio programme, AFCD princi...
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:21:39 +0800CE leads ceremony to mark victory over Japan in WWII
Chief Executive John Lee and top government officials gathered at the memorial garden of City Hall on Thursday morning to commemorate victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.
The ceremony began at 8 am with the ...
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:24:38 +0800Saleswoman arrested over improper sales practices
Customs on Wednesday announced that its officers have arrested a 22-year-old female saleswoman over suspicion of unfair trade practices.
This came as the department conducted a follow-up operation against a beauty company suspected of engaging in ag...
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:39:18 +0800Man, woman arrested as DH seizes unregistered jabs
Authorities have seized some 50 suspected unregistered injections from over 13 premises and arrested two people in a recent operation.
They arrested a 28-year-old man and a woman.
The operation was carried out jointly by the Department of Health an...