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Homeowner at Redhill Peninsula fined nearly HK$1 million for illegal structures

A Hong Kong court has fined the owner of a luxury home at Redhill Peninsula nearly HK$1 million (US$173,938), the harshest penalty to date for illegal structures discovered during a government inspection at the seaside estate three years ago. Magistrate Tobias Cheng Yun-chung handed down a HK$980,000 fine on Tuesday on Future Ocean, which has owned House No 74 at Redhill Peninsula in Tai Tam since 2006. Deborah Yuen...

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HKU launches School of Governance and Policy to foster global policy dialogue

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and fractured international relations, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) has launched a new School of Governance and Policy (SGP) that aims to foster dialogue and train a new generation of policymakers. The interdisciplinary school stands out by convening a powerful convergence of global intellectual leaders...

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‘Biggest fight in British boxing history’: Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua officially signed for 2026 Netflix showdown

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are finally set to meet in 2026 after years of failed negotiations, with the bout expected to headline a major Netflix event. However, Joshua must first return against Kristian Prenga in July following a difficult period. The long-awaited clash between Britain’s heavyweight rivals is now closer than ever to becoming reality.

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‘Biggest fight in British boxing history’: Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua officially signed for 2026 Netflix showdown

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Un-sanctioned: China to welcome Dutch trade minister amid Nexperia, ASML discord

China has cleared the way for a landmark visit by the Dutch trade minister – signalled by Beijing’s quiet removal of long-held sanctions on the official – at a time when their bilateral relations need some attention, acc...

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Philippines’ Sara Duterte hits back against wealth allegations as impeachment looms

As impeachment looms, Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio and her spouse are firing back at allegations of ill-gotten wealth, with the couple’s combative responses seen as damage control over what critics say w...

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Hong Kong adds spared Wang Fuk Court block to resettlement plan as most opt to sell

Homeowners of the only block spared in the deadly Wang Fuk Court blaze in Tai Po will be included in the Hong Kong government’s resettlement plan after three-quarters indicated a preference to sell their flats to authori...

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