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Hong Kong Today
Hong Kong Today
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RTHK's morning news programme. Weekdays 6:30 - 8:00
Presenter:
Janice Lo and Ben Tse

2026-03-13
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Khamenei vows to avenge martyrs, keep strait closed  Listenfacebook
Iran's new Supreme Leader has vowed to fight on and keep attacking US bases in the Middle East. In a defiant address, he also said he'd keep the Strait of Hormuz shut off from all maritime traffic. Jamie Clarke reports:
Trump hopeful of speedy end to war, but little clarity from White House  Listenfacebook
Khamanei's warning came as two tankers were ablaze in an Iraqi port after they were hit by suspected Iranian boats. How is the US going to respond? RTHK's Washington correspondent, Simon Marks, said that US President Donald Trump remained hopeful that the war would wrap up soon. He spoke to Ben Tse:
CX doubles fuel surcharge amid Middle East tensions  Listenfacebook
Cathay Pacific says it is more than doubling its fuel surcharge from next Wednesday amid supply disruption and price increases due to the war in the Middle East. Charlie Chun has the details.
HK's logistics trade brace for fuel cost hike  Listenfacebook
The ongoing war in the Middle East has driven up global crude oil prices, with fuel price increases already impacting customers in several regions. Hong Kong's transportation sector is bracing for significant repercussions, with taxi drivers among the most vulnerable to rising costs. Raphael Blet spoke with Peter Yung, spokesman of the Hong Kong Taxi and Public Light Bus Association.
Draft 15th Five-Year Plan approved as NPC ends  Listenfacebook
chairman Zhao Leji saying it sets the stage for the "grand opening" of the nation's 15th Five-Year Plan. Frank Yung reports from Beijing.
Eight arrested over alleged insider trading, bribery  Listenfacebook
Eight people have been arrested and more than a dozen locations raided as part of an operation on suspected insider dealing and bribery, according to the authorities. The ICAC and the Securities and Futures Commission said their joint operation on Tuesday and Wednesday targeted senior executives at two brokerages and a hedge fund. Chloe Feng has the details.
Mayday concert axing resounds in sour note among fans  Listenfacebook
The Consumer Council has received more complaints following the cancellation of a concert by rock band Mayday. This came after the event organiser confirmed earlier that the opening show - scheduled for March 24 – had been scrapped. Hailey Yip has the story.
Social workers deserve gratitude for relief work: Sun  Listenfacebook
Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun has pledged to review in due course a compassionate arrangement that attaches one social worker to each household of fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court, while acknowledging the officers' increased workload. Damon Pang reports:
Licence warning as pig carcasses put shops in a spot  Listenfacebook
Fresh provision shops have been warned that they risk losing their licence if they place pig carcasses outside their stores. This came after the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department recorded the first violation of this particular licensing condition since it took effect in 2022. Marcus Lum reports.
New interface system a brainwave in Parkinson's fight  Listenfacebook
Polytechnic University has developed a new Brain-Computer Interface system using ultrasound to alleviate Parkinson's disease. Lead researcher Sun Lei from the department of biomedical engineering says existing methods pose surgical risks. But the new non-invasive technology allows doctors to stimulate brain cells precisely. Professor Sun spoke to Henry Siu.
Caution urged over use of AI agent platforms  Listenfacebook
Cybersecurity officials are urging organisations to proceed with caution when adopting advanced AI agent platforms, warning that these powerful new tools introduce a much wider range of security threats than standard chatbots. Hailey Yip reports.
HK Express among first users of new Terminal 2  Listenfacebook
The brand new Terminal 2 at Hong Kong International Airport will officially reopen on May 27. The Airport Authority earlier said 15 airlines will gradually move into the new terminal building, and low-cost local carrier HK Express will be among the first batch of airlines to operate from there. Earlier, Raphael Blet spoke with the airline's chief operating officer Sinéad Conroy, on its preparation to move to the new terminal.
Suspect dead after attack on Michigan synagogue  Listenfacebook
A man has been shot dead after driving his truck into the hallway of a Detroit-area synagogue where children were attending preschool. Authorities say he was killed in a confrontation with security personnel, and no one else was seriously injured. Jamie Clarke has the details:
British PM Starmer says he "made a mistake" in Mandelson appointment  Listenfacebook
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has admitted he "made a mistake" in making Peter Mandelson US ambassador, but Downing Street denied claims of a "cover-up" in the release of government documents relating to the appointment in 2024. RTHK's UK correspondent, Gavin Grey told Janice Lo where the saga all began, and how it could hurt Starmer and his Labour Party moving forward:
Nepal's RSP party of Balendra Shah wins majority  Listenfacebook
The party of rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah has won Nepal's election with a majority. It was the first election since last year’s youth-led protests toppled the then government. Jamie Clarke has the details:
One-third of Americans cut back on food to pay for healthcare  Listenfacebook
A survey has found that around one in three Americans cut back on food and other essentials last year to pay for healthcare. Unaffordable health care for millions of Americans is likely to feature when Americans vote in mid-term elections in November. Azam Khan reports.
Wealth of opportunities for HK to be family office hub  Listenfacebook
Hong Kong's forward-looking policies, stability and backing from national authorities are transforming the city into a premier global hub for family offices amid rising geopolitical risks, according to financial services chief Christopher Hui. Chloe Feng reports.
MTR Corp sees profits drop 7pc in 2025  Listenfacebook
The MTR Corporation has reported its net profits had declined by almost seven percent to HK$14.68 billion in 2025 due to factors such as lower revenues from its mainland operations, as well as higher operating costs. Aaron Tam reports:
Forest stumble in Europa League last 16 as Villa win  Listenfacebook
In football... it was a mixed night for English clubs in the Europa League. Aston Villa have taken a 1-0 lead over French side Lille in the first leg of their last 16 tie. But Nottingham Forest fell 1-0 to Danish side Midtjylland at the City Ground. Todd Harding has more:

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