Researcher urges binding guidelines for child sex-offence sentences
A review of 401 judgments found average sentences of 4.61 to 9.82 years; TALK Hong Kong also launched an anonymous online support platform.
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About eight injured after coach carrying pupils hits bus
The two injured pupils were taken to hospital for checks, while classmates were checked and brought home in another coach, the school said.
Crewman unconscious after fall aboard cargo vessel in Tuen Mun
The 51-year-old suffered a serious head injury after falling about 1.5 metres onto the deck.
Former chief inspector sues over alleged police assault at hospital
Her claim names the Hong Kong Police Force and the Hong Kong government, seeking damages over alleged detention and injury at CUHK Medical Centre.
Abby Choi’s former driver says he quit after being asked to take unpaid leave
He offered to stay on for half pay; his testimony also covered a broken dashcam and defence questions about Choi’s finances.
Man dies after fire in Sai Ying Pun residential block
About 60 residents evacuated as a section of Pok Fu Lam Road closed and several bus routes were diverted.
Worker suffers third-degree burns during backstage work at Hong Kong Cultural Centre
The electrical regulator says it disconnected power to the damaged installation and issued a notice requiring its owner to arrange inspection and repairs.
Two men die after separate falls in Tuen Mun, police say
The men, aged 47 and 49, were found at Siu Hong Court and Tai Hing Estate.
Woman arrested over reported dog-throwing incident in Sai Wan Ho
The incident was reported at a waterfront park off Tai On Street.
Woman found unconscious at Tuen Mun pool and taken to hospital
The incident happened in the changing room at The Jockey Club Yan Oi Tong Swimming Pool at about 6pm on October 19, 2026.
Police warn buyers about fake online hairy-crab shops
Scammers seek advance transfers before disappearing; police advise checking shop pages, verifying sellers and assessing payment details.
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