Hospital Authority rejects claim it is replacing locally trained nurses with overseas-trained staff
The authority says about 3,000 nursing posts remain vacant, while its latest figures show hiring and turnover among nurses.
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Early crowds gather for Tai Hang’s 67-metre fire-dragon procession
Spectators began claiming viewing spots hours before the 7pm procession, which is scheduled to run for three nights.
Hong Kong police arrest 116 in operation linked to 81 suspected fraud cases
Police said the cases involved about HK$190 million and included online-shopping, investment, employment and telephone scams.
Department of Justice seeks review of sentences for four defendants in Pik Uk assault case
The case follows an alleged custodial assault that left a detainee needing two operations and an artificial stoma; no hearing date has been set.
Hong Kong opens Seamless e-Channel registration to eligible permanent residents aged 11 and over
Eligible permanent residents need six recent crossings at Hong Kong Port; minors require a parent or guardian’s consent.
Security guard files High Court claim over injuries after Kai Tak gate collapse
The 53-year-old alleges the Architectural Services Department breached its duties after the 2023 accident at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal.
Man charged over alleged drone flight in restricted Wang Fuk Court airspace
The 39-year-old was granted HK$1,000 bail and is due back in Fanling Magistrates' Court in November.
Hong Kong stages exercise involving about 3,000 people ahead of INTERPOL conference
The drill tested crowd movement, traffic control, communications and responses to a simulated gas release at three Hong Kong locations.
Two defendants deny having sex in trial involving 14-year-old girl
The High Court heard denials from two of five defendants, with a third expected to give evidence as the trial continues.
Railway technician jailed for two weeks for indecently assaulting girl on bus
The 32-year-old pleaded guilty after the incident on a 49X bus in Tsuen Wan and was fined HK$2,000.
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