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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:
Ben Tse and Peter Koveos

2026-05-14
Thursday

Now playing: Trump arrives in Beijing for state visit to China
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Trump arrives in Beijing for state visit to China  Listenfacebook
US President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for a state visit. At the invitation of President Xi Jinping, Trump arrived on Wednesday night and will be visiting China until Friday. Aaron Tam reports.
Vance says nuclear issue remains red line in Iran talks  Listenfacebook
US Vice President JD Vance said Washington was making progress in negotiations with Iran, but stressed that President Donald Trump’s “red line” remained preventing Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. The comments came as signs emerged that the conflict in Iran is shifting alliances across the Middle East. Jamie Clarke has details.
Gunshots at Philippine Senate as lawmaker holds out  Listenfacebook
Gunshots were heard at the Philippine senate amid chaotic scenes as authorities ordered a lock-down of the building in Pasay City, Metro Manila. Military personnel were seen entering the building. Officials say there were no casualties. This as the man who allegedly helped former President Rodrigo Duterte carry out a bloody war on drugs urged people to help prevent his arrest by the International Criminal Court. Jamie Clarke reports.
First HK-made payload to stay in orbit for two years  Listenfacebook
Researchers behind Hong Kong's first home-grown scientific payload carried to the Tiangong Space Station say the device will be in orbit for at least two years to track the nation’s greenhouse gas emissions. Elvis Yu has the story.
HK device to monitor greenhouse gas emissions in orbit  Listenfacebook
Researchers behind Hong Kong's first home-grown scientific payload taken to the Tiangong Space Station say the instrument will be in orbit for at least two years to monitor major greenhouse gas emissions. Developed by researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, the Multi-Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory - also known as MUSICO - was ferried by the Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft to the orbiting Tiangong space station on Monday. Professor Su Hui, project head and director of the university’s space science and technology institute, spoke to Elvis Yu.
New commercial vehicle toll waiver takes effect on Sunday  Listenfacebook
A 50-percent toll waiver for all commercial vehicles will take effect from Sunday. The measure will benefit buses, goods vehicles, minibuses and taxis using government tunnels and the Tsing Sha Control Area. Hailey Yip reports.
Guy Bradley takes over as Cathay Pacific chair  Listenfacebook
Hong Kong's flagship carrier, Cathay Pacific, has announced that Guy Bradley has taken over as chairman. He succeeds Patrick Healy who is retiring after more than three decades with the Swire Group. Chloe Feng has the details.
Govt seeks operators for pilot day-care project  Listenfacebook
The government is seeking operators for a pilot day-care project for middle-class senior citizens. It adopted the new "publicly built, privately operated model" for the facility at Lohas Park in Tseung Kwan O. Bidding for the rights to operate the project will be held later this year. Lawmaker Andrew Lam said there's a growing demand for premium elderly care. Lam, a member of the Legislative Council Panel on Welfare Services, spoke on RTHK's Backchat programme.
Losses from hacking crimes surge despite case drop  Listenfacebook
Police have urged the public to be on guard against new forms of cybersecurity threats, as total losses from hacking crimes surged nearly 70 percent in the first quarter of 2026. Janice Lo with details.
Woman dead, four injured in Ngau Tau Kok accident  Listenfacebook
One person has been killed and four others have been injured in a traffic accident in Ngau Tau Kok. As Hailey Yip reports, a taxi mounted the pavement and crashed into a flower planter.
Wang Chi House residents return for round two  Listenfacebook
The only block untouched by the deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court last November has opened its doors for a second time to allow residents to retrieve their belongings. Former occupants of Wang Chi House gathered early on Wednesday at the Tai Po estate on the first of five days during which they will be allowed inside in batches. Hailey Yip reports.
More positive hantavirus cases expected, WHO says  Listenfacebook
Tests in Italy and Spain have come back negative in the global hunt for hantavirus. Seventeen people were under observation in both countries. The World Health Organisation said more cases were expected from the cluster that broke out on a ship during a polar expedition that departed from Argentina. Jamie Clarke has more.
Starmer set to face challenge for No 10 job  Listenfacebook
A senior British government minister is reportedly readying his resignation in an attempt to trigger a leadership contest amid continued calls for Prime Minister Keir Starmer to step down. A speech by King Charles to Britain’s parliament has, meanwhile, failed to quell speculation around the prime minister’s future. Starmer is being blamed for the ruling Labour Party's devastating losses in last week's council elections. Jamie Clarke reports.
Britain's Royal Ballet preparing for tour of Asia  Listenfacebook
Britain’s Royal Ballet is packing its bags for a short tour of Asia. The company arrives in Singapore this summer with costumes, shoes and so much more, before moving on to Japan - presenting two different performances in all, across multiple dates. Jamie Clarke has more.
City stays in the hunt after victory over Palace  Listenfacebook
Manchester City kept up the pressure on Premier League leaders Arsenal after bagging three points by cruising past Crystal Palace 3-0 at home. But as Todd Harding tells us, the Gunners are still in the driver's seat with just two games remaining in the captivating title race.

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