The independent committee investigating the deadly Wang Fuk Court fire in Tai Po has submitted its report to the chief executive. John Lee said the government will follow up on its recommendations and announce comprehensive reforms. The fire in November last year claimed 168 lives. Priscilla Ng reports.

A senior health official says Hong Kong is experiencing an extended summer flu season that shows no clear sign of abating. Centre for Health Protection controller Edwin Tsui noted that the flu season has already entered its 16th week. Altis Wong reports.

Chief Executive John Lee and other officials have paid tribute to late senior police constable Chu Chun-kwok, at a vigil held at the Universal Funeral Parlour in Hung Hom. Wallis Wang reports.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan says the latest batch of 18 strategic enterprises setting up shop in Hong Kong, covers a wide range of industries. He added that the companies will help shape the next stage of development for the city. Wallis Wang reports.

A lawmaker says hosting the Apec Finance Ministers' Meeting in Hong Kong has enabled the city to showcase its advantages to senior leaders from members of the group. Speaking on RTHK's Backchat programme, Rock Chen said the two-day session, that ended on Wednesday, also gave participants a close-up look at the SAR's vibrant and open economy.

President Xi Jinping has invoked the spirit of the Long March to drive China forward as the nation marked the 90th anniversary of the Red Army's historic victory. Janice Lo with details.

Shares in Asia tumbled on Thursday, with investors again cautious about massive spending on artificial intelligence. Dickie Wong, Executive Director of Research at u-Smart Securities said he's not bullish about the rest of the quarter. He spoke to Janice Lo.

The Consumer Council says people have become more aware about sustainable consumption in the past decade. Still, retailers and the government have been urged to do more to help achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. The watchdog also noted that the rise in online shopping has led to more packaging waste. It called on firms to reduce excessive packaging, or opt for eco-friendly materials. Consumer Council vice chairman Tony Pang spoke to Janice Lo.

A scientist claims that converting potato into rice could support national food security, whilst boosting gut health. Jack Wong, a professor at the Chinese University's School of Life Sciences, was part of the research team behind the breakthrough. He told RTHK's Backchat programme that the process extends the potato's shelf-life as well.

The World Health Organisation has warned that Africa faces a “complex” Ebola outbreak. That’s after the virus crossed from east Africa to Nigeria, which has reported the first case in the west of the continent. Jamie Clarke reports.

A herd of Asian elephants that travelled hundreds of kilometres across southwest China's Yunnan province before making its way back south, has featured in a new documentary that premiered in Beijing on Thursday. Azam Khan reports.

China Evergrande Group's liquidators have recovered nearly 436 million US dollars from asset sales and loan recoveries so far, highlighting the challenge of repaying creditors with claims of about 46 billion dollars against the developer. Raymond Yeung has the details.

In the US, the November 3rd mid-term elections will determine which party -- Democrats or Republicans -- maintains or gains control. This will have massive implications on whether or not President Donald Trump will be able to carry out his policies. But there are also numerous local state elections that could impact everyday life -- including their effect on tech moguls. Our Silicon Valley correspondent Mark Niu told Todd Harding that a California tax proposal is very much targeting the rich.

French authorities have imposed bans or restrictions on fresh protests in the wake of demonstrations last weekend. Marches last Saturday descended into the country’s worst street violence in years. More are planned for this weekend. Jamie Clarke again.

Hong Kong, China have claimed their second gold medal at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, this time in the pool. Raymond Yeung reports.

Bournemouth have pulled off a historic 3-0 demolition of Italian giants AC Milan in the Europa League, maintaining their unbeaten start to their first-ever European campaign. Nazvi Careem with more.