The Communist Party of China has transformed the future of the Chinese people for more than a century, and always stands on the right side of history. That's according to President and party leader Xi Jinping, as the party celebrated its 105th anniversary. Wallis Wang reports.

Here in Hong Kong, Chief Executive John Lee says the SAR will hold a series of activities to celebrate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. Wallis Wang again.

John Lee says Hong Kong’s first five-year plan will serve as the guide for the city's development. The Chief Executive made the remarks in an address marking the 29th anniversary of the establishment of the SAR. Here's Janice Lo.

A local think tank says Hong Kong should fully transform itself into a super-value adder to help support national development in the next five years. Ray Poon, research director from POD Research Institute, said the SAR is "not too far away" from helping to transform the nation's technological breakthroughs completely into globally trusted, commercially viable services. He also told Janice Lo that the SAR government has adopted an innovative approach in the consultation document for its inaugural five-year plan.

Many people were out and about Wednesday, taking advantage of various discounts and free offers marking the SAR's anniversary. More from Janice Lo.

Lawmaker William Wong has apologised after he was being linked to a traffic accident on the Chinese University campus on Monday night. Sources say Wong, who's associate dean of the faculty of engineering at the university, was arrested on suspicion of drink-driving. Tina Lo reports.

Foreign minister Wang Yi says China and the US should stay on course towards building a constructive relationship of strategic stability. Wang's remarks come after a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Jamie Clarke has more:

Both the president and vice president of the United States say discussions with Iran are going well. That's as the two sides held indirect talks in Qatar. Talks have focused on restarting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and securing a permanent peace deal, as Jamie Clarke reports:

South African police say they arrested more than 900 people during nationwide anti-migrant protests on Tuesday. Officials say the demonstrations were mostly peaceful, but descended into violence at some locations - as Jamie Clarke reports:

Scientists say the world's oceans just experienced their hottest June on record and could set fresh highs in the months ahead, as El Nino and climate change drive temperatures even higher. Wallis Wang reports:

A researcher at the University of Hong Kong says the city's yellow-crested cockatoo is one of the species' largest cohesive populations to remain on the planet. Although the critically endangered bird isn't native to Hong Kong, a new study has found that it has an unexpectedly high genetic diversity and could serve as a genetic reservoir for the species. Astrid Andersson, who led the study, spoke to Swara Kamble on RTHK's Backchat programme about their conservation project, including the installation of artificial nest boxes at local schools:

England are through to the World Cup last 16, but qualification didn't come easy. The Three Lions needed two late goals from Harry Kane to secure a 2-1 comeback win over the Democratic Republic of the Congo, setting up a clash with co-hosts Mexico next Monday, Hong Kong time. Raymond Yeung has more:

M+ museum representatives say their new exhibition currently running will have visitors appreciate everyday objects in a whole new way. The museum recently opened a new interactive, family-friendly exhibition that has hands-on games, and an immersive audio visual environment. Swara Kamble spoke to Senior Curator, Ikko Yokoyama, and Associate Director, Keri Ryan, to learn more about the exhibition, titled "Design Ah! Experience the Wonder of Everyday Design" on RTHK's Backchat programme.