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Olympics

Thriller September 5 recalls hostage tragedy at 1972 Munich Olympics

‘Almost like Rear Window,’ director says of September 5, set in ABC Sports control room. Producer who was there recalls what it was like.

25 Nov 2024 - 11:20AMvideocam

Hong Kong Sports Institute

Top coach reveals how Olympic champion Brownlee ‘dramatically changed triathlon’

24 Nov 2024 - 1:00PM

Swimming

I’ll never get used to being a star: Olympic champ, world’s fastest swimmer Pan

3 Nov 2024 - 12:00PM

Swimming

Hong Kong Olympian taking break after Paris push, to focus on youth charity work

Swimmer Camille Cheng launched Mind the Waves with teammates Stephanie Au and Jamie Yeung, and believes in ‘preventive intervention’ approach.

23 Oct 2024 - 6:35PM

Hong Kong Olympian Camille Cheng plans to return to competitive swimming in 2025. Photo: Instagram/camillelcheng

Trending in China

China table tennis wonder boy shines on social media, viewed as future champion

Inspired by grandmother, boy started learning table tennis at eight months old.

20 Oct 2024 - 3:29PM

Fame and celebrity

Who is Spanish tennis player, Paula Badosa, accused of racism in China?

Spanish tennis star Paula Badosa is in hot water after being accused of racism while competing at the China Open – so who is she exactly?

9 Oct 2024 - 7:00PM

Trending in China

China museum slammed over ‘ugly’ statue of Olympic diving queen Quan Hongchan

Online critics round on museum and creator of diving champion’s statue amid calls for it to be removed.

9 Oct 2024 - 10:10PM

A museum in China is facing public criticism over a statue of Olympic diving champion Quan Hongchan. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin/YouTube

Cricket Hong Kong

Hong Kong to host India v Pakistan and Australia v England at Cricket Sixes

Three-day event returns in November and features eight test-playing nations, raising hopes it will inspire next generation in the city.

9 Oct 2024 - 3:23PM

India

Indian Kashmir votes out Modi’s BJP in first election since autonomy stripped

The victory by pro-India party, the National Conference, is a blow to Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party, which secured only 27 seats.

8 Oct 2024 - 11:08PMvideocam

Swimming

Haughey, Pan Zhanle, Zhang Yufei confirmed for star-studded swimming World Cup

Qin Haiyang, Kaylee McKeown, Leon Marchand also set to swim in three-part event in Shanghai, Incheon and Singapore.

8 Oct 2024 - 8:21PM

Siobhan Haughey of Hong Kong poses with the two bronze medals she won at the Paris Olympics. Photo: Xinhua

Technology

Letters | Use AI in early childhood classrooms with care

Readers discuss the application of artificial intelligence in preschools, the cancelled drone shows in Hong Kong, and the waterspout that appeared in Victoria Harbour.

8 Oct 2024 - 11:30AM

The potential impact of online AI platforms on the learning and development of toddlers is yet unclear. Photo: Shutterstock

Fencing

Is Hong Kong’s Cheung Ka-long eyeing third Olympic gold in 2028? He gives update

Fencer first sets sights on world championships in Hong Kong in 2026, aiming to complete sweep of major honours.

7 Oct 2024 - 5:00PM

Hong Kong Sports Institute

Mum’s tears of joy as Hong Kong climber, 9, wins national competition in Beijing

Veronica Chik claims top honours at China National Youth Climbing Championships just weeks after record-breaking outdoor climb on mainland.

7 Oct 2024 - 5:08PM

Asian cinema: Korean films

Review | Hear Me: Our Summer, Korean remake of deaf romance, is problematic

The film’s demeaning portrayal of the deaf community and a final reveal that is insulting in its sheer stupidity make this one to miss.

7 Oct 2024 - 11:15AMvideocam

Hong Kyung (left) and Roh Yoon-seo as Yong-jun and Yeo-reum in a still from Hear Me: Our Summer (category TBC), directed by Cho Sun-ho. Photo: KC Ventures Co., Ltd & Plus M Entertainment & Movierock Inc

Hong Kong Sports Institute

Hong Kong sailor Halliday eyes Los Angeles, but fears for sport’s Olympic future

Halliday plotting a ‘much better’ performance in 2028 Games after finishing 24th on his Olympic debut in Paris.

7 Oct 2024 - 10:00AM

Nicholas Halliday (front) wants another shot at the Olympics after making his debut in Paris. Photo: Nicholas Halliday

ITTF

Sun Yingsha triumphs at China Smash table tennis, Ma Long beaten by Lin Shidong

Teenager Lin launches comeback to overcome six-time Olympic gold medallist.

6 Oct 2024 - 10:46PM

China-Australia relations

Australia to push ahead with trade diversification despite warming China ties

Analysts say Australia will still push ahead with its trade diversification, particularly in Southeast Asia, despite improving ties with China.

5 Oct 2024 - 12:30PM

Hong Kong Sports Institute

Baseball5 World Cup will show Hong Kong can host top events, organisers say

Chairman of local association wants to ‘plant seeds’ to grow the sport in the city as Cuba defend world title in six-day tournament.

5 Oct 2024 - 1:14PM

Dave Ho (far right) with the Hong Kong team that will compete in their home World Cup.

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

Hong Kong’s tennis players told to get fitter and compete in more tournaments

The more you compete the better you will become, says Michael Cheng, who says local stars play far fewer games than the leading players.

6 Oct 2024 - 5:24PM

Education in Hong Kong

Olympic star twins aim to broaden horizons while in Hong Kong, inspire youth

Wang sisters, who won gold medals in the duet and team events in artistic swimming in Paris, are studying at the Education University of Hong Kong.

4 Oct 2024 - 9:27PM

ITTF

Enter the Dragon: Ma reaches last 4 of WTT China Smash after win over Calderano

In what is likely to be his final international event, world No 6 is two wins away from landing his first singles title on the WTT Series.

4 Oct 2024 - 2:50PM

China’s Ma Long hits a return to Brazil’s Hugo Calderano during their singles quarter-final that Ma said went “more smoothly than I thought”. Photo: AFP

Fame and celebrity

Meet Cody Simpson’s girlfriend, Australia’s most decorated Olympian Emma McKeon

McKeon and Simpson found love in 2022 while training for the Commonwealth Games; he failed to make the cut for the 2024 Olympics, but supported McKeon as she competed in her 3rd Games

3 Oct 2024 - 7:00PM

Emma McKeon and Cody Simpson attend an Omega event in Paris, in August. Photo: @emmamckeon/Instagram

Paris Fashion Week

Paris Fashion Week: Miu Miu, Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga, Chanel and more

The 2 best shows this week were Miu Miu – featuring Hilary Swank and Willem Dafoe on the runway – and Louis Vuitton’s jaw-droppingly beautiful study in contrasts thanks to Nicolas Ghesquière.

2 Oct 2024 - 1:17PM

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong has what it takes to be a unique sporting events capital

The city’s natural beauty and spectacular cityscape are assets to be leveraged in its quest to become a one-of-its-kind events capital.

2 Oct 2024 - 11:08AMvideocam

Hong Kong Sports Institute

Hong Kong rugby sevens captain Christie reveals ambitious world, Olympic goals

New era gets under way as Hong Kong Sevens’ relocation is confirmed, with the men’s captain excited about the move to Kai Tak.

2 Oct 2024 - 8:30AM

New captain James Christie is setting lofty targets for Hong Kong. Photo: Eugene Lee

AFC Champions League

Champions League can put Asian women’s football on map, top Japan players say

Football on the continent has fallen behind Europe and North America, but new tournament could give boost game, say Urawa Reds Ladies players.

1 Oct 2024 - 6:30PM

Abu Dhabi Country’s Naeema vies for the ball with Al-Nassr forward Mubarkh al-Saiari during their AFC Champions League qualfier. Abu Dhabi won 1-0 to make it to the main event, which starts on Thursday. Photo: AFP

While you were sleeping

While you were sleeping: Legend Eto’o banned, Saints floored, Un-Nooh’s 147 blow

Southampton’s Premier League rude-awakening, Biden’s ‘USA the greatest’ declaration, ex-Barcelona star Eto’o slapped with 6-month ban.

1 Oct 2024 - 7:30AM

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong needs office overseeing planning for mega events, think tank says

Our Hong Kong Foundation also says number of sports venues need upgrading to comply with international requirements.

30 Sep 2024 - 9:27PM

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