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HK Observatory gives moon watching tips on Mid-Autumn Festival Eve

Tomorrow (Sept. 29) is the Mid-Autumn Festival. The Observatory predicts that the weather will be generally cloudy, with brief periods of sunshine and a few showers during the day, and there will be a chance to see the moon between the clouds in the evening.

Hong Kong 09-28 12:27:00

Mid-Autumn Festival Snowball draws tonight: Check out 6 lucky numbers to win HK$80 mn

Since its inception in 1985, the Mid-Autumn festival draw has been held 37 times. Over the years, the numbers "7" and "15" have been drawn the most frequently, each appearing 10 times. The number "40" has been drawn 9 times, while "12," "28," and "43" have each been drawn 8 times, earning them the title of "lucky numbers".

Hong Kong 09-28 11:41:33

HKSAR Govt strongly disapproves of and firmly rejects so-called event on 'media freedom in HK' by UK and other countries

The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) today (Sept. 28) strongly disapproved of and firmly rejected the baseless remarks, slanders and smears blatantly by the United Kingdom (UK) and other countries through the so-called event on "media freedom in HK" against the safeguarding of rights and freedoms, including media freedom, in the HKSAR.

Hong Kong 09-28 11:05:53

Four universities in HK fall in global rankings

A ranking organization said Hong Kong remains one of the world's most knowledge-intensive cities, despite four of the city's universities falling in a list of the world's top tertiary institutions.

Hong Kong 09-28 10:19:39

HK police charge against expat engineer with manslaughter

A 39-year-old expatriate engineer has been charged with manslaughter in relation to a fatal industrial accident on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge in 2017. The case was brought before the Sha Tin Magistrates' Court today (28th).

Hong Kong 09-28 09:45:00

HK continues to rank among top in Global Innovation Index

The Global Innovation Index (GII) 2023 published Wednesday by the World Intellectual Property Organization ranked the Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou science and technology cluster second globally for the fourth consecutive year.

Hong Kong 09-28 09:13:56

HK women's cycling team win bronze in team pursuit

Cycling from Hong Kong defeated South Korea on Wednesday (Sept. 27) to claim the bronze medal at the Asian Games in the women's team pursuit.

Hong Kong 09-27 20:15:00

Gigi Yim appointed as 'Friend of Wen Wei Po'

Hong Kong singer Gigi Yim was appointed as the "Friends of Wen Wei Po" Ambassador.

Hong Kong 09-27 19:43:00

Former China central bank vice governor prosecuted

A public prosecution has been initiated against Fan Yifei, a former vice governor of the People's Bank of China, over suspected bribe-taking.

Hong Kong 09-27 19:15:00

HK rugby team return home with joy and pride

On Wednesday (Sept. 27), the winning rugby sevens team from Hong Kong returned to the city with their gold medals.

Hong Kong 09-27 18:30:00

Watch This | Unearth treasures of Sanxingdui displayed today at HKPM

From Sept. 27 to Jan. 8, 2024, the special exhibition "Gazing at Sanxingdui: New Archaeological Discoveries in Sichuan" will be on display in Gallery 8 at the Hong Kong Palace Museum, showcasing 120 antiquities, most of which come from a secret land.

Video 09-27 17:26:37

Wen Wei Po hailed for social commitment upon its 75th anniversary

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of Wen Wei Po. A ceremony and photo exhibition was held on Wednesday (Sept. 27) afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Hong Kong 09-27 17:15:32

Citybus to run half-fare buses overnight in early hours of Oct. 1

Citybus announced today (Sept. 27) that it will offer half-fare concessions on all its sole-operated overnight buses in the early hours of Sunday, Oct. 1, to bring convenience for the public to go out to celebrate during the holidays.

Hong Kong 09-27 17:15:00

Rents of private properties in HK hit recent high in August, up 5.6% this year

The Rating and Valuation Department (RVD) announced today (Sept. 27) that Hong Kong's Private Domestic Rental Indices for August rose to 185.4, reaching a record high since January 2020, with a month-on-month increase of 1.4%, up from 1% in July, and a cumulative increase of about 6.8% for seven consecutive months.

Hong Kong 09-27 16:32:00

Labour Department to hold occupational health public talks

The Labour Department (LD) will hold a public talk entitled "Prevention of Lower Limb Disorders and Guidance Notes on Standing at Work" on Thursday (Oct. 5).

Hong Kong 09-27 15:59:00