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RTHK's morning news programme. Weekdays 6:30 - 8:00
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Janice Lo and Carol Musgrave

2025-03-31
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Argentina in Sevens heaven over maiden HK title  Listenfacebook
Hong Kong wrapped up a successful weekend of rugby, with the Kai Tak Stadium making its debut as the new venue for the Sevens. In the finale of the men's tournament, Argentina won for the first time, edging out France in a thrilling final. The New Zealand women's team, meanwhile, captured their third straight title. Hailey Yip begins our coverage:
Hong Kong, China sweep Melrose Claymores  Listenfacebook
Hong Kong, China reigned supreme at the Melrose Claymores. Both the men's and women's teams came out on top at the Kai Tak Stadium. Natale Ching with that story:
Rugby Sevens a successful try, says John Lee  Listenfacebook
Chief Executive John Lee hailed the Rugby Sevens, saying the first major tournament at the Kai Tak Stadium had successfully "scored a try". He says Hong Kong can now look forward to more mega events in future. Frank Yung has details:
'Bigger house, bigger party' in new Kai Tak experience  Listenfacebook
The head of the Hong Kong, China Rugby Association James Farndon called the event a massive success for the SAR, as Carlos Escueta reports:
Fans delighted with new Sevens venue  Listenfacebook
Fans from Hong Kong and beyond filled up the Kai Tak Stadium yesterday to enjoy a final day of sport and partying at the Sevens. Now in its new home, the annual showcase isn't just about the action on the pitch. The food and drinks, the raucous atmosphere and the people are also what attracted fans to the stadium. RTHK spoke to some who were there for the show:
Cathay plane flyover marks old airport's centennial   Listenfacebook
During the Hong Kong Sevens, a Cathay Pacific aircraft flew near Kai Tak to mark the centennial of the city's former international airport. For some who witnessed the flyover, it brought back some fond memories, as Frank Yung reports:
Hong Kong Super March is a big draw: FS  Listenfacebook
Financial Secretary Paul Chan says "Hong Kong Super March" was a tremendous success. He says it attracted more than 3.4 million visitors to the SAR. Charlie Chun reports:
'Hutchison deal won't stop family offices coming here'  Listenfacebook
The Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Christopher Hui, says the controversy over CK Hutchison's plans to sell dozens of ports won't affect family offices' interest in investing in Hong Kong. Here's Kelly Yu:
Young people see police in better light: commissioner  Listenfacebook
Police Commissioner Raymond Siu says the force's efforts to raise its image among young people were bearing fruit. Charlie Chun has more:
SAR rescue team to begin work in quake-hit Myanmar  Listenfacebook
An SAR government rescue team is set to begin inspection work on the ground in earthquake-stricken Myanmar as they arrive in the country's capital. Kelly Yu reports:
At least 1,700 dead in Myanmar quake  Listenfacebook
Myanmar's military chief says at least 1,700 people have died as a result of the powerful earthquake that struck last Friday, with a further 3,400 thought to have been injured. The quake brought down scores of buildings and damaged other infrastructure across the country. Rescue teams have been arriving in Myanmar from around the world. But relief efforts have been hampered by buckled roads, downed bridges, spotty communications - not to mention the challenges of operating in a country amid a civil war. Jamie Clarke has more:
Israeli PM orders Hamas to disarm and for leaders to leave Gaza  Listenfacebook
Israel's prime minister has repeated a demand for Hamas to disarm and for its leaders to leave Gaza. Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to step up pressure on the group while continuing efforts to return Israeli hostages being held captive in the enclave. Since Israel resumed its attacks on March 18, hundreds of Palestinians have been killed. Tens of thousands have been forced to evacuate areas in the north of the enclave, where they had returned following the ceasefire agreement in January. Jamie Clarke has more:
Markets brace for impact from Trump tariffs  Listenfacebook
A rocky US stock market will be tested in the coming week by a pivotal deadline for President Donald Trump's tariff plans and an employment report that could reveal a slowing economy. RTHK's Washington correspondent Barry Wood told Carol Musgrave he didn't think markets were ready for the impact:
Eid celebrations in Sudan muted by civil war  Listenfacebook
Muslims around the world have bid farewell to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan with Eid celebrations. The occasion is typically greeted with joy and excitement, and marked with prayers, festivities and time spent with family. For some, this year's Eid comes amid significant changes in their communities. In Sudan, prayers were mixed with calls for peace and hopes of reuniting families scattered by war. The deadly conflict between the country's government and a paramilitary group has unleashed waves of ethnic violence and has created what the United Nations calls the world's worst humanitarian crisis. Jamie Clarke with this report:
HK a thriving art market, says consultancy   Listenfacebook
A London-based art market consultancy says Hong Kong is still an important art centre -- despite a drop in modern and contemporary art sales in the SAR and the mainland. Lindsay Dewar, chief operating officer at ArtTactic, pointed out that the global art market saw a 27 percent decline last year after reaching a peak in 2022. Dewar also noted that a new generation of art collectors is emerging, seeking more affordable artworks. She spoke to Kelly Yu about these market trends and the future outlook:

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