Hong Kong News in English

Good morning! It’s 3rd January, and here’s your Hong Kong daily news capsule.

Hong Kong Observatory predicts cold weather with temperatures dropping to around 12 degrees Celsius.

In the Legislative Council, nominations close for the chairperson election, with candidates vying for support.

A major fire in a Swiss bar claims around 40 lives and injures over 100, described as a tragic event.

The Hong Kong Medical Authority reports 124 patients exempted from new emergency fees in the first half of the day.

Taiwan detects military balloons amid ongoing military exercises, prompting U.S. calls for de-escalation.

In a miraculous rescue, two cats are found alive after a fire at Hong Fu Court, bringing hope to their owners.

The Independent Commission Against Corruption arrests 21 individuals linked to corruption in major housing renovations.

Reports indicate that a new electric supply system aims to improve reliability and reduce power outages in Hong Kong.

In sports, Hong Kong's football team prepares for the upcoming match in the Hong Kong versus Guangdong Cup.

A surge in online shopping scams sees losses exceeding 570 million Hong Kong dollars in just one week.

The Hong Kong stock market opens the year with a significant rise, gaining over 700 points on the first trading day.

New Year celebrations at Kai Tak retail center draw record crowds, with over 120,000 visitors in a single day.

In entertainment, the film "Searching for Qin" breaks box office records, earning over 1.12 billion in three days.

The new CEO of MTR emphasizes advancing six railway projects and integrating AI to enhance services.

Finally, the latest version of "Zenless Zone Zero" is launched, featuring exciting new characters and events.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!