News
NGO booth aids migrant workers hit by Tai Po’s blaze
- 2025-11-28
- Society
- The Young Reporter
- By: MA Tsz Chiu OscarEdited by: SIU Tsz Hang
- 2025-11-28
Mission for Migrant Workers, a non-profit organisation serving to support migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong, set up a booth to assist those affected by the level five fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Edwina Antonio, the representative of MFMW, said the NGO can help migrant workers who have lost their passports in the incident to contact their nation’s consulate directly. MFMW provides free shelter with food and necessities to accommodate displaced migrant workers. Antonio said until 10pm today (Nov. 27), only four migrant workers sought help from the NGO. “They do not know we are here, so we need to promote,” she said, adding that the booth will be operating from 10am to 9pm tomorrow (Nov. 28). The Indonesian Consulate General in Hong Kong said at least two Indonesian migrant workers have died in the blaze. Antonio said she was saddened by the incident, especially for the families of the deceased workers, as they have lost their breadwinners. As of 10pm today (Nov. 27), the fire has killed at least 75 people, according to the Fire Services Department.
Authority opens flats in Kwong Fuk Estate for picking up belongings
- 2025-11-27
- Society
- The Young Reporter
- By: MA Tsz Chiu OscarEdited by: LI Sin Tung
- 2025-11-27
Residents from Kwong Fuk Estate, which is beside the burning Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, have been allowed to pick up belongings from their flats since today morning, although they still have to stay out of their homes tonight. Shek, a resident in Kwong Yau House who did not want to reveal his first name, said he only had at most 15 minutes to stay in his flat. “If you did not leave within 15 minutes, you would be called (by the authorities),” he said. He added that he will stay at the nearby Kwong Fuk Commercial Centre tonight, where bed mattresses are provided. Many volunteers set up supply stations and provide resources, including food, drinks and clothes, to the affected residents. After the level five fire broke out at Wang Fuk Court yesterday, the authorities evacuated many residents in Kwong Fuk Estate. Until 8 pm today, the ongoing fire has killed at least 65 people, according to the Fire Services Department.
Tai Po blood donation vehicle reaches capacity after deadly fire
- 2025-11-27
- Society
- The Young Reporter
- By: CHAN Hiu YingEdited by: CHAN Wing Yiu
- 2025-11-27
The blood donation station in Tai Po is no longer accepting donations after reaching capacity, following a fire in Wang Fuk Court that left at least 44 people dead. The mobile blood donation vehicle was parked near Tai Po Art Centre. Our reporter talked to some residents and they said they have been asking how they can donate blood. Hong Kong Red Cross’s staff advised residents to visit the nearest donation centre in Shatin. Since the centre may reach full capacity, they suggested donors to call 27101281 to make an appointment for the coming days or next week.
Tai Po fire still burning after more than 15 hours at level five severity
- 2025-11-27
- The Young Reporter
- By: Wing Chi HOEdited by: AO Wei Ying Vinci、LAI Uen Ling
- 2025-11-27
As of 6:24am, there are at least 44 dead, including a firefighter. 279 residents are still missing, the Fire Services Department said in a press conference. Passengers wait for transportation at Tai Po's minibus terminal, where providers have increased service frequency to ease traffic disruptions. Special traffic and transport arrangements are implemented in the affected area and the public is advised to stay updated with the latest traffic information, according to the Transport Department.
At least 13 dead in Tai Po level-five fire
- 2025-11-26
- Society
- The Young Reporter
- By: Wing Chi HO、CHAN Wing YiuEdited by: SIU Tsz Hang、LAI Uen Ling
- 2025-11-26
A No.5 alarm fire erupted at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, leaving at least 13 dead, including one firefighter, officials said. As of 6pm, there are at least five injuries, including three that were critically injured. One person was in serious condition, and one was in stable condition. Nine people felt unwell and were sent to Alice Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital and Prince of Wales Hospital for treatment. Police have set up a hotline 1878999, for the public to inquire about information on the casualties of the fire.
Labubu powers Pop Mart’s revenue, but can it last?
- 2025-11-25
- Business
- The Young Reporter
- By: LAI Uen Ling、SIU Tsz HangEdited by: Robin Ewing
- 2025-11-25
Yoko Chan, 35, a clerk, wearing a Labubu T-shirt and a pink Labubu charm on her handbag, wandered around a Pop Mart shop in Sha Tin. It is her weekly ritual to go to the store to look for new items. Known for its high, pointed ears, mischievous grin, and serrated teeth, the small plush toy monster Labubu is one of the most popular products at Pop Mart, the leading Chinese toymaker with over 500 physical stores in over 30 countries and regions. Since falling in love with Labubu in 2024, Chan has spent several thousand Hong Kong dollars on Labubu products. Labubu charms are her all-time favourite, and she has nearly 100 of them at home. "Labubu has different looks. Sometimes they have clothes, or smaller in size, and even with festive decorations,” Chan said. Chan is one of millions whose enthusiasm for the plushie toy helped push Pop Mart’s revenue up 250% this year, according to company data. But a recent share price drop shows that interest may be declining, and experts say the company needs new strategies to sustain investor confidence. In the Asia-Pacific region, Pop Mart’s revenue rose by between 170% and 175% compared to the same period last year. Despite the strong revenue growth, Pop Mart’s share price had fallen by 18.5% as of Nov. 6, following the release of its revenue figures on Oct. 21. Designed by Hong Kong-based illustrator Kashing Lung, Pop Mart started selling Labubu in 2018 and it went viral in 2024 after K-pop star Lisa, who has 107 millions followers, showcased the bag charm on her social posts. Other pop singers, such as Rihanna and Dua Lipa, were also spotted with these fluffy creatures adorning their bags, which further sparked public curiosity about Labubu. Pop Mart achieved revenue of US$861 …
Super Typhoon Ragasa set the second-longest T10 signal in Hong Kong since 1999
- 2025-11-25
- The Young Reporter
- By: Yu Yan Pui、ALISHIBA MATLOOB、LAU Ka Yan、Ye Enyi、Wing Chi HO、MA Tsz Chiu OscarEdited by: WONG Hong Ni、ZHANG Yiping
- 2025-11-25
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPBA7dpk5kD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Super typhoon Regasa swept past Hong Kong on Sept 24, resulting in a T10 storm warning that lasted for 10 hours and 40 minutes, the second-longest in history. 90 injuries were reported by the Hospital Authority, and over 600 flights were cancelled in Hong Kong. As typhoon Ragasa moved west, our reporters filmed the typhoon from different locations around the city. #typhoonragasa #hongkongweather Reported by Jennifer Yu Yan-pui, Aloosh Alishiba-Matloob, Luna Lau Ka-yan, Darcy Ye Enyi, Gigi Ho Wing-chi, Oscar Ma Tsz-chiu Edited by Connie Wong Hong-ni, Zoey Zhang Yiping
Super Typhoon Ragasa: How Hong Kong looks from different viewpoints
- 2025-11-24
- The Young Reporter
- By: Lok Tung LAU、CHENG Tsz Sen Sean、Yu Yan PuiEdited by: Lok Tung LAU、LAI Uen Ling
- 2025-11-24
The Hong Kong Observatory issued the T10 signal at 2:40am on Wednesday, and later issued the T8 signal at 1:20pm in the afternoon. Our reporters recorded timelapse videos from Yau Tong, Tuen Mun, and Wu Kai Sha to show how Ragasa hit Hong Kong. Reported by Canny Lau Lok-tung, Sean Cheng Tsz-sen, Jennifer Yu Yan-pui Edited by Canny Lau Lok-tung, Elaine Lai Uen-ling
Taiwan's president Lai Ching-te deeply moved by A Foggy Tale, a film on Taiwan’s White Terror
- 2025-11-22
- Society
- The Young Reporter
- By: CHAN Wing YiuEdited by: Wing Chi HO、AU YEUNG Jim
- 2025-11-22
TAIPEI, Taiwan – Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te attended the screening of A Foggy Tale, a Taiwanese film about the era under authoritarian rule, in the Xinyi District on Friday. The historical drama is about Taiwan’s White Terror period, the political suppression from the 1950s to 1990s when Taiwan was ruled by the Kuomintang. The film follows a girl from Chiayi, who travels to Taipei alone to collect her brother’s remains and meets a former soldier, now working as a rickshaw driver. After the screening, Lai said to the audience that he was deeply moved by the film, set in 1951, the year he was born. “In that era of the White Terror, many people might have had nothing at all, except courage, they only wanted to step out of the thick mist and see a bright future, they had no conditions, no resources—only courage,” Lai said. “Back then it was 1954, and now it is 2025. We have come this far through the sacrifices and dedication of many people,” Lai said. “I truly hope that everyone who watches this film can understand how difficult the past was, and that we must all cherish the achievements of today as we move toward a better future.” “White Terror” refers to the political suppression of dissidents carried out by the Kuomintang from 1949 to 1992, which included mass arrests, interrogations, trials and imprisonments and even executions of suspected communist spies or independence advocates, according to the National Human Rights Museum of Taiwan. The Kuomintang lifted the Martial Law in 1987 with the “Temporary Provisions Effective During the Period of National Mobilisation the Communists Rebellion” repealed in 1991, according to the National Human Rights Museum, putting an end to the era of political suppression and the restriction of civil and political rights in Taiwan. …
Exhibition by Hong Kong’s Press Photographers Association cancelled after host venue orders “emergency repairs”
- 2025-11-22
- Society
- The Young Reporter
- By: Wing Chi HO、AO Wei Ying VinciEdited by: AO Wei Ying Vinci
- 2025-11-22
Members of the Hong Kong Press Photographers Association dismantled their exhibit at 12:30am on Saturday at Hong Kong Baptist University, after the host venue cancelled it saying it had to conduct “emergency repairs”. Prior to its opening ceremony on Saturday, HKPPA cancelled the show after showing it publicly for four days at the Koo Ming Kown Exhibition Gallery at HKBU. Security staff outside the venue at the Communication and Visual Arts Building said the issue was related to an electrical voltage problem. The exhibition, titled PRESENT – HKPPA 35th Anniversary Retrospective & Focus at the Frontline 2024 Exhibition, was set to feature historic photographs documenting key moments in Hong Kong since the late 1980s, showcasing the long-term commitment of local press photographers. Apart from the retrospective, the association also displayed the award-winning entries of “Focus at the Frontline 2024,” showing important news images from the past year. Two talks were also announced by the association, featuring experienced journalists to share insight on visual narratives. The exhibit included a photo of the former Apple Daily headquarters building, taken by Lam Chun-tung from Initium Media, which was the “Photo of the Year” exhibit. A photo of Ronson Chan Long-sing, the former chairman of Hong Kong Journalists Association, taken by Leung Yin-to at the HKJA General Meeting on Jun 22, 2024, was also featured at the exhibition. According to an online statement by HKPPA, the show had taken nine months to prepare, and the scale of the display meant that it was impossible to find an alternative venue at short notice. Initially, the exhibition was scheduled to open daily from Nov. 18 to Dec. 8. The association decided to cancel the event due to an unclear reopening date of the gallery. HKPPA said the cancellation is a significant loss for the industry and …