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HKO has recorded a maximum temperature (so far) of 27.6℃ at 1.35pm on Monday, making it the warmest February 16th since records began in 1884.
The previous record was 27.1℃ on February 16th, 1959.
The previous record was 27.1℃ on February 16th, 1959.
February 16, 2026 at 5:56 AM
HKO has recorded a maximum temperature (so far) of 27.6℃ at 1.35pm on Monday, making it the warmest February 16th since records began in 1884.
The previous record was 27.1℃ on February 16th, 1959.
The previous record was 27.1℃ on February 16th, 1959.
Up to 10:30 a.m., the minimum temperature recorded at the Observatory was 22.0 degrees, the highest temperature on record for Lunar New Year's Eve.
Hong Kong sees warm Lunar New Year’s Eve as minimum temperature breaks record
Hong Kong is seeing a warm Lunar New Year’s Eve, with the weather service logging a record-high minimum temperature of 22 degrees Celsius for the last day of the Chinese calendar year. Residents sh…
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February 16, 2026 at 3:40 AM
Up to 10:30 a.m., the minimum temperature recorded at the Observatory was 22.0 degrees, the highest temperature on record for Lunar New Year's Eve.
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Provisional arrival numbers for Hong Kong January 2026 surpassed 2025 numbers, even though 2025 had four days of Spring Festival holiday arrivals, buoyed by non-Mainland arrivals.
Provisional arrival numbers for Hong Kong January 2026 surpassed 2025 numbers, even though 2025 had four days of Spring Festival holiday arrivals, buoyed by non-Mainland arrivals.
February 15, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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Provisional arrival numbers for Hong Kong January 2026 surpassed 2025 numbers, even though 2025 had four days of Spring Festival holiday arrivals, buoyed by non-Mainland arrivals.
Provisional arrival numbers for Hong Kong January 2026 surpassed 2025 numbers, even though 2025 had four days of Spring Festival holiday arrivals, buoyed by non-Mainland arrivals.
25.8℃ recorded at 1.51pm at the Hong Kong Observatory is the third warmest Valentine's Day in the city since records began in 1884.
It was the warmest Valentine's Day since the record setting 27.3℃ on February 14th, 1959.
It was the warmest Valentine's Day since the record setting 27.3℃ on February 14th, 1959.
February 14, 2026 at 12:30 PM
25.8℃ recorded at 1.51pm at the Hong Kong Observatory is the third warmest Valentine's Day in the city since records began in 1884.
It was the warmest Valentine's Day since the record setting 27.3℃ on February 14th, 1959.
It was the warmest Valentine's Day since the record setting 27.3℃ on February 14th, 1959.
The classic Hong Kong Valentine's Day vase and flowers.
February 14, 2026 at 11:35 AM
The classic Hong Kong Valentine's Day vase and flowers.
On February 11th and 12th, the Commissioner's Office of China's Foreign Ministry in Hong Kong summoned the heads of the HK missions of the UK, US, Australia, and EU to lodge a strong protest against the negative comments made by their officials and politicians regarding the Jimmy Lai case.
February 14, 2026 at 8:39 AM
On February 11th and 12th, the Commissioner's Office of China's Foreign Ministry in Hong Kong summoned the heads of the HK missions of the UK, US, Australia, and EU to lodge a strong protest against the negative comments made by their officials and politicians regarding the Jimmy Lai case.
The Hong Kong Security Bureau, via documents submitted to the Legislative Council on Friday, stated it plans to spend HK$4 billion to install more CCTV cameras across Hong Kong, with an aim of 60,000 devices by 2028.
Govt plans to spend HK$4bn to beef up CCTV network - RTHK
The government said on Friday it plans to spend HK$4 billion to install more CCTV cameras across Hong Kong, in a bid to...
news.rthk.hk
February 13, 2026 at 2:49 PM
The Hong Kong Security Bureau, via documents submitted to the Legislative Council on Friday, stated it plans to spend HK$4 billion to install more CCTV cameras across Hong Kong, with an aim of 60,000 devices by 2028.
22 arrested by ICAC for suspected corruption in seven grand renovation projects preventing award of contracts worth over $100 million.
February 13, 2026 at 10:16 AM
22 arrested by ICAC for suspected corruption in seven grand renovation projects preventing award of contracts worth over $100 million.
Miles Kwan, who was arrested for sedition after launching a petition calling on the government to meet four demands following the Tai Po blaze, says he has been expelled from CUHK.
University in Hong Kong ‘expels’ student arrested for sedition over Tai Po fire
Miles Kwan, who was arrested after launching a petition calling on the government to meet four demands following the blaze, claims he has been expelled.
www.scmp.com
February 13, 2026 at 7:57 AM
Miles Kwan, who was arrested for sedition after launching a petition calling on the government to meet four demands following the Tai Po blaze, says he has been expelled from CUHK.
Only one victim of the Tai Po fire disaster remains in public hospital, currently in a stable condition, with 78 patients now discharged.
www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...
www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...
One more resident who was injured in Tai Po Wang Fuk Court fire has been discharged upon recovery
The Health Bureau (HHB) announced today (February 13) that one more resident who was injured in the Tai Po Wang Fuk Court fire has been discharged from hospital upon recovery. Out of...
www.info.gov.hk
February 13, 2026 at 4:41 AM
Only one victim of the Tai Po fire disaster remains in public hospital, currently in a stable condition, with 78 patients now discharged.
www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...
www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...
Hong Kong's provisional population stood at 7,510,800 at the end of 2025, up 10,200 (0.1%) over 2024.
• 29,100 new residents
• 31,100 births vs 50,000 deaths; -18,900 local residents
• 29,100 new residents
• 31,100 births vs 50,000 deaths; -18,900 local residents
HK's population up by more than 10,000 in 2025 - RTHK
Hong Kong's population edged up by more than 10,000 in 2025, driven largely by government initiatives to attract ta...
news.rthk.hk
February 12, 2026 at 10:08 AM
Hong Kong's provisional population stood at 7,510,800 at the end of 2025, up 10,200 (0.1%) over 2024.
• 29,100 new residents
• 31,100 births vs 50,000 deaths; -18,900 local residents
• 29,100 new residents
• 31,100 births vs 50,000 deaths; -18,900 local residents
Hong Kong, China will meet host nation Australia in their first match of the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup, with the game to be played on October 1st at Perth Stadium.
February 3, 2026 at 4:07 AM
Hong Kong, China will meet host nation Australia in their first match of the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup, with the game to be played on October 1st at Perth Stadium.
The Competition Commission conducted an operation codenamed “Hunter” for two
consecutive days on 28 and 29 January. Search warrants were executed at 27 premises, which included the offices of 14 companies including project contractors and consultancy firm.
consecutive days on 28 and 29 January. Search warrants were executed at 27 premises, which included the offices of 14 companies including project contractors and consultancy firm.
January 29, 2026 at 7:51 AM
The Competition Commission conducted an operation codenamed “Hunter” for two
consecutive days on 28 and 29 January. Search warrants were executed at 27 premises, which included the offices of 14 companies including project contractors and consultancy firm.
consecutive days on 28 and 29 January. Search warrants were executed at 27 premises, which included the offices of 14 companies including project contractors and consultancy firm.
Tuen Ma Line passengers will have to change trains when passing through Hung Hom station on Sunday, as the MTR is carrying out track modification works.
Remember to change trains at Hung Hom on Sunday: MTR - RTHK
The MTR reminded Tuen Ma Line passengers that they will have to change trains when passing through Hung Hom station on S...
news.rthk.hk
January 29, 2026 at 6:30 AM
Tuen Ma Line passengers will have to change trains when passing through Hung Hom station on Sunday, as the MTR is carrying out track modification works.
A severely decomposed whale carcass was found on the shore of Ham Tin Wan in Sai Kung on Thursday morning.
Badly decomposed 10-meter whale carcass found on Sai Kung beach
A severely decomposed whale carcass was found on the shore of Ham Tin Wan on Thursday morning.
www.thestandard.com.hk
January 29, 2026 at 5:25 AM
A severely decomposed whale carcass was found on the shore of Ham Tin Wan in Sai Kung on Thursday morning.
The government said on Wednesday that the support fund for Wang Fuk Court residents has reached HK$4.5 billion, around HK$1.2 billion of which is earmarked for financial measures supporting those affected by the blaze.
Wang Fuk Court blaze fund reaches HK$4.5bn - RTHK
The government said on Wednesday that the support fund for Wang Fuk Court residents has reached HK$4.5 billion, around H...
news.rthk.hk
January 28, 2026 at 6:54 AM
The government said on Wednesday that the support fund for Wang Fuk Court residents has reached HK$4.5 billion, around HK$1.2 billion of which is earmarked for financial measures supporting those affected by the blaze.
Reminder: Wearing of seat belts on buses is now mandatory, with fines of up to $5000 for offenders. www.td.gov.hk/en/road_safe...
January 25, 2026 at 4:07 AM
Reminder: Wearing of seat belts on buses is now mandatory, with fines of up to $5000 for offenders. www.td.gov.hk/en/road_safe...
5pm Saturday air quality for much of Hong Kong is "unhealthy".
January 24, 2026 at 9:40 AM
5pm Saturday air quality for much of Hong Kong is "unhealthy".
HSBC's plan to privatise Hang Seng Bank was sanctioned without modification by the High Court at the court hearing held on Friday, 23 January 2026.
As such, the withdrawal of listing of Hang Seng Bank Shares from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange will take effect from 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 27 January.
As such, the withdrawal of listing of Hang Seng Bank Shares from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange will take effect from 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 27 January.
January 23, 2026 at 9:56 AM
HSBC's plan to privatise Hang Seng Bank was sanctioned without modification by the High Court at the court hearing held on Friday, 23 January 2026.
As such, the withdrawal of listing of Hang Seng Bank Shares from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange will take effect from 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 27 January.
As such, the withdrawal of listing of Hang Seng Bank Shares from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange will take effect from 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 27 January.
The Independent Commission Against Corruption has arrested 14 people for allegedly taking bribes from three subcontractors in exchange for awarding contracts.
Hong Kong Johnson (1955) chief executive William Fung Chi-wang was said to be one of the arrestees.
Hong Kong Johnson (1955) chief executive William Fung Chi-wang was said to be one of the arrestees.
ICAC arrests Hong Kong Johnson's chief executive among 14 in probe
The Independent Commission Against Corruption has arrested 14 people for allegedly taking bribes from three subcontractors in exchange for awarding contracts.
www.thestandard.com.hk
January 23, 2026 at 3:50 AM
The Independent Commission Against Corruption has arrested 14 people for allegedly taking bribes from three subcontractors in exchange for awarding contracts.
Hong Kong Johnson (1955) chief executive William Fung Chi-wang was said to be one of the arrestees.
Hong Kong Johnson (1955) chief executive William Fung Chi-wang was said to be one of the arrestees.
2012 Lamma Ferry Crash Coroner's Verdict:
The coroner raised questions over whether evidence given by one of the witnesses, then-ship surveyor Leung Wai-hok, was truthful as she referred the matter to the Department of Justice.
The coroner raised questions over whether evidence given by one of the witnesses, then-ship surveyor Leung Wai-hok, was truthful as she referred the matter to the Department of Justice.
Inquest finds 'systemic deficiencies' in Marine Dept - RTHK
Discussions centred on the absence of a watertight door revealed “systemic deficiencies” among marine author...
news.rthk.hk
January 22, 2026 at 11:46 AM
2012 Lamma Ferry Crash Coroner's Verdict:
The coroner raised questions over whether evidence given by one of the witnesses, then-ship surveyor Leung Wai-hok, was truthful as she referred the matter to the Department of Justice.
The coroner raised questions over whether evidence given by one of the witnesses, then-ship surveyor Leung Wai-hok, was truthful as she referred the matter to the Department of Justice.
The Coroner’s Court on Wednesday ruled that 39 people who died in the 2012 Lamma ferry collision were unlawfully killed.
Court rules Lamma ferry victims unlawfully killed - RTHK
The Coroner’s Court on Wednesday ruled that 39 people who died in one of Hong Kong’s worst maritime disaster...
news.rthk.hk
January 21, 2026 at 4:56 AM
The Coroner’s Court on Wednesday ruled that 39 people who died in the 2012 Lamma ferry collision were unlawfully killed.
Hong Kong police are investigating a child abuse report after a runner took part in Sunday's HK marathon while carrying his baby.
Police have already reached out to the runner and are arranging a time for him to return to Hong Kong to assist in the investigation. The man lives in Nanning.
Police have already reached out to the runner and are arranging a time for him to return to Hong Kong to assist in the investigation. The man lives in Nanning.
Police probe child abuse report after man runs with baby in Hong Kong Marathon
The force reached out to the runner and is arranging a time for him to return to the city to assist in the investigation, an insider says.
www.scmp.com
January 21, 2026 at 3:25 AM
Hong Kong police are investigating a child abuse report after a runner took part in Sunday's HK marathon while carrying his baby.
Police have already reached out to the runner and are arranging a time for him to return to Hong Kong to assist in the investigation. The man lives in Nanning.
Police have already reached out to the runner and are arranging a time for him to return to Hong Kong to assist in the investigation. The man lives in Nanning.
Reuters: Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings (0001.HK) is weighing listing its global telecommunications business in London and Hong Kong as early as the third quarter after spinning it off from the group.
Exclusive: CK Hutchison weighs London, Hong Kong listing of global telco assets, sources say
www.reuters.com
January 21, 2026 at 3:07 AM
Reuters: Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings (0001.HK) is weighing listing its global telecommunications business in London and Hong Kong as early as the third quarter after spinning it off from the group.
$40 million in tonight's Mark 6 draw.
January 20, 2026 at 8:43 AM
$40 million in tonight's Mark 6 draw.