DNA test cuts antler-powder testing time from three days to within one day
Hong Kong’s Government Chinese Medicines Testing Institute has completed 22 projects, including faster and more broadly applicable quality-control methods.
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Northeast New Territories landfill extension opens as old site prepares to close
The new facility has a designed capacity of about 19 million cubic metres, with limited testing and a gradual transfer of waste operations under way.
Two injured as section of Cheung Tung Road temporarily closes after crash
Two drivers were reportedly trapped but conscious when rescued, and the injured pair were taken to hospital for treatment.
Central Harbourfront Event Space opens in phases, then closes temporarily after October 16
The waterfront venue will open from 9am to 11pm until October 16 before major-event preparation and site set-up.
Hong Kong plans 2027 pilot for foreign home carers with at least 150 hours’ training
Several hundred workers could enter the initial phase, with higher proposed pay and dining centres offering carers a possible short break.
Minister reports subsidy per senior journey fell by about 8% after fare change
Revised fares keep journeys up to HK$10 at HK$2, while a mobile card is expected before year-end with a fee-free return option.
Northeast monsoon forecast to bring cooler, drier mornings from Tuesday
Urban temperatures could fall to 23°C, with Ta Kwu Ling forecast to reach 19°C on Wednesday morning.
HKIC has invested in more than 200 enterprises as 30-plus pursue Hong Kong listings this year
Clara Chan says HKIC can, on average, mobilise more than eight dollars of long-term market investment for every dollar it invests.
eMPF Platform to launch one-stop MPF account enquiry service on 5 October
Applicants will be able to seek details of trustees, schemes, account numbers and balances in one application, subject to document checks.
Hong Kong Airlines flight returns safely after suspected landing-gear problem
Flight HX676 turned back shortly after leaving for Okinawa; the airline arranged alternative flights for 160 passengers, with onward journeys expected to be delayed by about two and a half hours.
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