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The stories moving the city today.

A quick, sourced read on what matters across Hong Kong’s newsrooms.

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Former Deloitte IT manager jailed 22 months over theft of 423 laptops

The District Court heard that the computers were taken over an extended period and that the amount linked to their resale was reported at about HK$1.2 million.

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Economy & Business · 22 Aug

Hong Kong Post extends contract decision deadline for about 30 probationers to 17 September

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Transport · 22 Aug

Mercedes-Benz van reported smoking on Tseung Kwan O Tunnel Road; no injuries

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Public Safety & Justice · 22 Aug

Woman rescued after falling into sea near Sai Kung Pier

She was taken to Tseung Kwan O Hospital after passers-by found her in the water at about 10pm on August 21, with police investigating the circumstances.

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Transport · 22 Aug

Ten crashes involving 29 vehicles on airport-bound North Lantau Highway leave five injured

Three of the crashes left five people with minor injuries, while sections of the road were temporarily closed and airport-bound traffic was congested.

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Government & Politics · 22 Aug

Hong Kong expects to send more than 500 to Nagoya Asian Games, with preparation participation fully funded

Some approval and event-size restrictions have been eased, but reports differ on when the final team details will be announced in September.

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Health · 22 Aug

Hong Kong public healthcare subsidy targeted to fall to 90% within five years

The latest reform means patients now cover 5% of costs, while people facing financial hardship may qualify for full fee exemptions.

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Public Safety & Justice · 21 Aug

Tuen Mun police arrest 22 in seven-day youth crime operation, 18 aged 13 to 20

Police said the cases involved alleged drug trafficking, criminal damage and possession of offensive weapons; six people were charged and the others released on bail pending inquiries.

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Economy & Business · 21 Aug

OPATRA London suspends Hong Kong distribution agreement amid sales-practice investigation

The company said its Hong Kong stores are independently operated by a local distributor and that it would co-operate with authorities while the case remains under investigation.

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Public Safety & Justice · 21 Aug

Customs seize 370 litres of untaxed petrol in Tuen Mun operation

A seven-seater vehicle found in a residential area of Lung Kwu Tan Road was carrying a petrol storage tank and filling equipment, with the case still under investigation.

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Government & Politics · 21 Aug

Northern Metropolis bill completes scrutiny as government favours citywide tax framework

The Development Bureau says proposed tax incentives would not be limited to businesses in the development area, although details of the scheme have not been announced.

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Public Safety & Justice · 21 Aug

Hong Kong housewife given suspended jail term over faeces offence and CCTV damage

The Eastern Magistrates’ Court said the conduct was systematic and continuing harassment, rather than an ordinary hygiene problem.

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Economy & Business · 21 Aug

Former LVMH Watch & Jewellery employee alleges dismissal after workplace injury

Gray Jenny Pearl has filed a Hong Kong District Court claim alleging disability and family-status discrimination, seeking compensation, an apology and reinstatement.

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Health · 21 Aug

Hong Kong boy, 11, in serious condition after influenza A(H3) infection

The boy, who has a chronic illness, has developed severe pneumonia and myocarditis and is being treated in intensive care at Kwong Wah Hospital.

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Health · 21 Aug

CUHK completes Hong Kong’s first robot-assisted minimally invasive pelvic fracture surgery

The technique has been used on three patients by August 21, but the team says it may not suit bilateral fractures or injuries more than two weeks old.