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Workers deal with a Tai Po landslide on Bride’s Pool Road near Wu Kau Tang in September. Photo: Dickson Lee

Editorial | Settle Hong Kong slope disputes for the sake of safety

Climate change has increased the risks of landslides in city and this is no time to argue about maintenance work.

Cool, wet for Hongkongers on Thursday but temperature set to rise in coming days

Letters | Spain’s deadly floods another wake-up call for Hong Kong

HSBC, Cathay Pacific, EcoCeres sign Hong Kong sustainable aviation fuel pact

Deal eliminates emissions equal to 10,000 round-trip flights between Hong Kong and London, lender says.

A Cathay Pacific Airways plane takes off from Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

Climate change may have played role in record number of super typhoons: expert

Northwest region of Pacific Ocean has generated 25 named tropical storms this year, up from 19 recorded during typhoon season in 2023.

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Parts of Hong Kong flood as Severe Tropical Storm Man-yi nears

Observatory says No 1 warning will be in place until 10am on Tuesday, and likelihood of issuing higher signal is ‘relatively low’.

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Hong Kong start-up develops AI-powered smart bin to tackle recycling

Green AI’s smart collection bin can sort waste into four categories – plastic bottles , aluminium cans, drinks cartons and general refuse.

Cola Lam, CEO of Green Al Technology, gives a demonstration of the smart sorting bin at the company’s offices at Hong Kong Science Park in Sha Tin. Photo: Edmond So

Editorial | Any efforts to protect marine mammals are worth considering

Giving the code of conduct for dolphin watching legal authority and broadening it to cover whales and porpoises is a sensible start.

Super Typhoon Man-yi barrels towards Hong Kong but will weaken as it nears

Forecaster unsure on level of typhoon warning expected as storm moves closer on Monday.

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These Hong Kong eatery chains won’t let you use your own takeaway container

Consumer watchdog staff pose as patrons to test willingness of 15 chain restaurants to package takeaway in containers they brought with them.

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The Consumer Council has suggested eateries formulate policies or guidelines for “bring your own container” practices. Photo: Yik Yeung-man

Hong Kong judge slams officials for tardiness in case against tech hub expansion

Legal Aid Department left applicant of judicial review ‘in the dark’ and was too slow in deciding whether it would cover latter’s legal fees.

San Tin has been earmarked for the development of a technopole, but environmentalists have objected to the scale of its proposed expansion. Photo: May Tse

About 90% of Hongkongers want to prioritise local renewable energy, survey finds

Survey by Greenpeace Hong Kong and Baptist University shows most respondents oppose importing electricity from mainland China.

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Cop29: Hong Kong environment minister to attend UN climate change summit

Tse Chin-wan will link up with Chinese delegation, while former head of city’s weather forecaster warns over rising temperatures.

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Hong Kong told to brace for another storm, as T1 typhoon signal cancelled

Severe Tropical Storm Toraji expected to enter within 800km between late Monday and early Tuesday, Observatory says.

The forecaster says there will be sunny periods in the next couple of days but the weather will become unsettled by midweek. Photo: Sam Tsang

The Hong Kong third-generation tycoons braving the sea to help restore oysters

Eight embark on 45km swim journey on Saturday, despite typhoon signal, to raise funds for Nature Conservancy’s oyster restoration programme.

The eight swimmers clocked up 45km on the first day of the challenge. Photo: Wheelock

Super Typhoon Yinxing: Hong Kong braces for intense rain and strong gusts

No 3 warning expected to remain until 10am on Sunday, with back-to-back storms possible amid arrival of another typhoon next week.

Hong Kong man, 75, hospitalised after getting stung by a bee during hike

Elderly resident was hiking towards Shing Mun Reservoir with four friends when he was stung on his ring finger.

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Legal challenge against planned Hong Kong tech hub could be put on hold

Judicial review applicant says he has not received final decision from Legal Aid Department on whether cost of action will be covered.

San Tin has been earmarked for a tech hub. Photo: Eugene Lee

Editorial | Measures required to ensure greater energy efficiency in Hong Kong buildings

If city is to meet its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050, all commercial sites must be ready to reduce their consumption of electricity.

Hong Kong to issue T1 warning, while 2 other storms may be brewing

No 1 warning signal will be issued between midday and 3pm on Friday, Observatory says.

Opinion | How Hong Kong can set a bold example on biodiversity protection

A nature-inclusive Hong Kong would attract talent and investment. The city’s government must mainstream biodiversity across sectors.

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Chinese silver grass at Lantau Island’ Sunset Peak on November 1, 2023. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong authorities propose downsizing Tseung Kwan O land development project

Government suggested cutting amount of land created through reclamation, slope-cutting down to about 20 hectares after public outcry.

Area 137 in Tseung Kwan O. The site is part of government plans to create several waste-handling facilities. Photo: Martin Chan

Letters | Why I won’t be voting for Harris or Trump in the election

Readers discuss disillusionment with the US political system, the Democrats’ uphill battle to win over Arab Americans, the cruelty of zoos, and Hong Kong’s drive to promote itself.

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Cathay Pacific: sustainable jet fuel needs Hong Kong government push

‘If we leave it to the market, every company will wait for their competitors to make the first move,’ says airline’s sustainability manager.

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Hong Kong’s Tung Chung left without water supply after pipe bursts

Water supply expected to resume gradually on Monday morning, with at least 10 housing estates, public hospital and several hotels affected.

A “pipe operation incident” occurred near Siu Ho Wan Water Treatment Works on Lantau. Photo: Eugene Lee

Traces of rare butterfly species found in Hong Kong for first time in 13 years

Butterfly surveyor finds eggs of club beak at Lui Kung Tin in Yuen Long district.

Eggs of the club beak butterfly were found at Lui Kung Tin in late August. Photo: Hydrogen Pun

Letters | Hong Kong must give high-calibre talent a reason to come

Readers discuss how Hong Kong can attract well-connected professionals, a local ballet’s cross-cultural appeal, and why the second phase of the city’s plastic ban shouldn’t be delayed.

Hong Kong establishes its largest marine park in northern Lantau waters

City formalises 2,400 hectare park as studies show Chinese white dolphins have ‘greatly diminished’ in area since 2016 amid runway construction.

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Hong Kong environmental issues
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last updated:
9 September, 2024
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