Police have revealed plans to adopt facial recognition in their citywide surveillance network by the end of this year, with officers looking for "strategic locations" to deploy the technology to investigate crimes. Frank Yung reports.

The government is considering appealing against a court decision to strike down a law prohibiting people from using public toilets designated for the opposite sex. As Aaron Tam reports, it says the purpose of having gender-specific toilets is to protect the privacy and safety of individuals.

Hong Kong's flagship carrier has apologised over a data breach that led to frequent flyer miles being stolen and personal information of about 1,000 members exposed. As Frank Yung reports, Cathay Pacific said it was alerted to "fraudulent activities" on some membership accounts which "led to unauthorised access to personal data and theft of Asia Miles".

Construction is under way for two expansion projects at Hong Kong Disneyland. It'll be the first time in more than a decade that two separate areas have been added to the theme park simultaneously. The park's managing director also described the Pixar- and Marvel-themed attractions as "game-changers" for the resort "with Hong Kong characteristics". Wallis Wang reports.

The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) has pledged to step up anti-mosquito measures to guard against Chikungunya fever. This comes as the interdepartmental Pest Control Steering Committee met to review the latest situation regarding mosquito proliferation and discuss measures to prevent Chikungunya fever. Charlie Chun reports.

The new code of conduct regulating the behaviour of lawmakers will not deter potential candidates from running for elections, according to Legislative Council president Andrew Leung. Charlie Chun reports.

Proprietary Chinese medicine products made in Hong Kong have a great potential to enter the mainland and overseas markets, according to a report released by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council. Associate vice-president of clinical Chinese medicine at Hong Kong Baptist University, Bian Zhaoxiang, told Wallis Wang that these drugs would be more convenient and user-friendly.

The fifth Hong Kong Brands and Products Shopping Festival opens next Friday at the AsiaWorld-Expo. Organised by the Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong, there'll be 300 booths, including a zone dedicated to the old Hong Kong Playground Lai Yuen. Association president, Wingco Lo, spoke to Natasha Ho about what to expect.

From experimental productions of Cantonese opera to dances set to Hong Kong's iconic bamboo scaffolding, the West Kowloon Cultural District has announced programming for their seventh performing arts season. With the return of four flagship events and the introduction of a new cabaret festival, the organisation has planned more than 700 performances in Chinese opera, music, theatre, and dance. Executive Director of Performing Arts at the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority Paul Tam spoke to Lauren Kee about the upcoming season and the success of an original Cantonese production. The show, called “The Impossible Trial - a musical," is preparing to stage 30 performances in Hong Kong next month.

President Xi Jinping says China and the European Union should uphold openness and cooperation, and manage their differences properly. His call at the China-EU summit in Beijing came as the two sides marked the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties. Wendy Wong reports.

A passenger plane has crashed in eastern Russia, killing all 48 passengers and crew on board. It's not immediately clear what caused the crash. Transport authorities said the plane was attempting to land for a second time when it lost contact with air traffic control and disappeared from radars. Jamie Clarke reports.

China says it's deeply concerned about a border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia that has killed at least 12 Thai civilians and one soldier. It's urged its citizens in Cambodia to avoid areas near the tense frontier, while Thai authorities have closed all border points with Cambodia. The clashes follow two months of tit-for-tat restrictions imposed by Thailand and Cambodia in the wake of a deadly skirmish in May. Azam Khan reports.

Multiple wildfires continue to rage across Turkey and Cyprus amid a searing Mediterranean heatwave. The blazes have scorched swathes of land and forced the evacuation of towns and villages. At least 10 firefighters died in central Turkey where temperatures surpassed 40 degrees Celsius in recent days. Jamie Clarke reports.

Resident doctors in England begin a five-day strike on Friday over pay, challenging Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour Party government that promised to end industrial unrest when taking office a year ago. The government is refusing to meet demands for higher pay from the British Medical Association, which says the 5.4 percent rise awarded to resident doctors does little to undo years of pay erosion. Bishoy Yassa is a 24-year-old recently-qualified resident doctor.

Four leading news organisations say their journalists in Gaza are facing the threat of starvation as the Israel-Hamas war grinds on. In a joint statement, the media outlets called on Israel to allow journalists in and out of Gaza and allow in adequate food supplies. Meanwhile, Gaza authorities say two more people died of malnutrition. Jamie Clarke reports.

London is being graced by the King of Rock 'n' Roll this summer. Organisers say the tour is the world’s first Elvis Presley immersive experience. Azam Khan reports.