

Hong Kong Today
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RTHK's morning news programme. Weekdays 6:30 - 8:00
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Janice Lo and Tse Ben2026-03-27
Friday
Now playing: HK Electric warns fuel charges may soon rise
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China welcomes, protects foreign firms: Zhao Leji
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State leader Zhao Leji says overseas firms can gain a competitive edge by investing in China. Speaking at the annual Boao Forum, the chairman of the National People's Congress Standing Committee also called on countries to settle their differences through peaceful means. Chloe Feng reports.
HK Electric warns fuel charges may soon rise
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Hong Kong Electric has warned that customers can expect a significant rise in fuel clause charges from the middle of the year if instability in the Middle East continues. As Damon Pang reports, the power company also said that electricity fees do not reflect current fuel prices.
Smoking complaints went unaddressed, inquiry told
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An independent committee investigating the deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in November last year has heard that survivors had repeatedly complained about construction workers smoking. Frank Yung reports.
Nation at forefront of low-carbon energy drive: FS
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Financial Secretary Paul Chan says diversifying energy supply is vital to Hong Kong's carbon reduction goals, as well as national security. Henry Siu with that story.
'Relocating tenants no problem as marina plan unfolds'
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The government says a parcel of land earmarked for tenants who have to relocate because of its plan to promote yacht tourism in southern Hong Kong Island has sufficient space to house them. Marcus Lum reports.
Barriers remain for ethnic minorities, commission finds
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A research by the Equal Opportunities Commission has found that while ethnic minorities are highly connected online, language and technical literacy barriers still prevent many from taking full advantage of Hong Kong's digital public services. The commission's chairperson, Linda Lam, said more could be done to better support the needs of ethnic minority residents. She spoke to Henry Siu.
HK-based artist Yip's work set for Zero 10 at Art Basel
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Hong Kong-based artist Tim Yip will be presenting his work within the Zero 10 sector of Art Basel Hong Kong. His installation, titled "Lili" pairs a 4.5-metre-high mannequin-like sculpture with two AI films exploring identity and layered realities. He told Hailey Yip that it is important for artists to establish their own speciality amongst the ever-evolving technological landscape.
Iran says US peace plan 'one-sided' amid Trump threats
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US President Donald Trump says the United States will be Iran's "worst nightmare" if it doesn't agree to its peace plan. His comments come as a senior Iranian official told Reuters news agency that the proposal for ending nearly four weeks of fighting is "one-sided and unfair". Jamie Clarke has more.
Only biological females for Olympic women's events
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Transgender athletes have been barred from female category events at the Olympics. The International Olympic Committee has announced that only biological females, whose gender has been determined by a one-time gene-screening test, will be eligible to take part in female category events at the Games. Jamie Clarke has the details:
WTO chief calls for overhaul of global trade rules
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The head of the World Trade Organisation has called on countries to overhaul global trade rules - telling them the old world order has gone for good. Jamie Clarke reports.
Three HK firms ranked in top 40 for innovation in GBA
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Three Hong Kong companies have been ranked in the top 40 for innovation and technology development in the Greater Bay Area, or the GBA. The firms specialise in finance, professional services and biotechnology. The rankings were released by accounting firm Deloitte. Philip Law, lead partner at the firm's GBA Technology Fast Program, told Natasha Ho about Hong Kong's strengths within the GBA.
Two Cantonese restaurants among Asia's top 50
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Two Cantonese restaurants have taken the top two honours in this year's list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants. Altogether six local eateries made it to the list, as Hailey Yip reports.
Electric shock fears spark power adapter recalls
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Two types of power adapters are being recalled by their manufacturers after safety tests, according to the Consumer Council. Damon Pang has the details.
Digital art gaining popularity in Hong Kong market
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Once a niche corner of collecting, digital art is now gaining real traction in Hong Kong’s art market, finding resonance among the city’s galleries, collectors and institutions. With Art Basel Hong Kong opening its doors on Friday, that shift takes centre stage with the Asia debut of Zero 10 - a global initiative dedicated to digital-era art. Curator Eli Scheinman spoke to Hailey Yip.
British economy facing major hit from Iran war
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Britain is facing the biggest hit to growth from the Iran war out of the G20 major economies, according to an influential global policy group. The Organisation of Economic Co-operation and Development, or OECD, has just revised its annual growth estimate for the UK at 0.7 percent, down from 1.2 percent previously. Our UK correspondent Peter Anderson tells Ben Tse why it's particularly hard on the UK.
Far-reaching impact from Google and Meta court ruling
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In a landmark trial that could have far-reaching implications, a jury in the US city of Los Angeles has found Google and Meta liable for social media addiction. The case was brought by a then-teenager, who told the court how her childhood years were taken over by her use of Instagram and Youtube. Our tech correspondent, Mark Niu, explains the case and its implications to Janice Lo.
Italy closer to ending long World Cup absence
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Italy have kept alive their hopes of a first World Cup appearance in 12 years after beating Northern Ireland 2-0 in their play-off semi-final. The result moves them within one win of qualifying for the showpiece tournament in North America this summer, as the push for the final six spots get underway. Todd Harding has more.









