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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 Todd Harding

2026-09-03
Thursday

Now playing: CityU probes orientation camp misconduct
Selected audio segments:
Xi meets with Sisi in first Egypt visit in a decade  Listenfacebook
President Xi Jinping has left Egypt after paying a state visit. Xi met his Egyptian counterpart, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, with the visit expected to lead to stronger ties between the two economies. Wallis Wang with more.
Xi, El-Sisi call for unhindered entry of aid into Gaza  Listenfacebook
President Xi Jinping and Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah El-Sisi called for efforts to facilitate the unhindered entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza. Here's Azam Khan.
'AFCD won't label fighting dogs based on looks'  Listenfacebook
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department has dismissed a claim that its officers would label a canine as a fighting dog based merely on a quick observation. Wallis Wang reports.
National Day fireworks to feature sun patterns  Listenfacebook
This year's National Day fireworks display will feature various patterns of the sun, as it marks the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Elvis Yu tells us more.
CityU probes orientation camp misconduct  Listenfacebook
City University says it will take disciplinary action following reports of inappropriate behaviour that allegedly occurred during its orientation camp. Wallis Wang has details.
ICAC sets integrity standards for govt computers  Listenfacebook
The ICAC has launched a new set of integrity assurance standards for government computer systems. It features 12 core control measures designed to enhance security and track irregular activity. Elvis Yu has the story.
Lawmakers calls out ads claiming to prevent cancers  Listenfacebook
Medical sector lawmaker David Lam says that it is unethical for some medical centres to advertise a vaccine that claims to prevent cancers. The Department of Health said earlier that the Wilms' Tumour 1, or W-T-1 vaccine is not registered in Hong Kong. It said that the claim was misleading and could delay patients from seeking treatment. It comes after authorities seized some 50 suspected unregistered injections from more than 13 premises, and arrested a man and a woman. Dr Lam told Janice Lo that the vaccine is still being used in clinical applications only, and it has yet to be proven safe and effective.
Palace Museum vows more special exhibitions  Listenfacebook
The Hong Kong Palace Museum has pledged to continue organising spectacular exhibitions that visitors can enjoy in the coming years. The statement by museum director Louis Ng follows the conclusion of the special exhibition on ancient Egyptian civilisation. Ng told RTHK's Backchat programme that the popularity of the exhibition was beyond expectations.
Breakthrough in regional medical arbitration  Listenfacebook
The first regional mediation and arbitration platform dedicated to medical and healthcare services in Hong Kong is expected to resolve local and cross-border medical disputes efficiently. Speaking on RTHK's Backchat programme, Samuel Kwok, the head of the Healthcare Dispute Resolution Centre, said the newly launched platform allows easier access to mediation services.
China reopens road leading to Nepal border  Listenfacebook
China has reopened the only road leading to the Gyirong border crossing into Nepal, a week after a flash flood killed over one thousand people. In Nepal, a search is continuing for thousands still unaccounted for, but hopes of finding more survivors are dwindling. Azam Khan reports.
Honduras judge dismisses case against former leader  Listenfacebook
A Honduran judge has dismissed a corruption case against former leader Juan Orlando Hernandez, who was pardoned last year by US President Donald Trump, after being convicted on drug trafficking charges. Wendy Wong reports.
US threatens more strikes against Iran  Listenfacebook
The biggest exchange of fire between Tehran and Washington since July has seen US forces striking Iran’s southern coast and Iran firing at American bases across the region. The US has threatened more devastating strikes, while Iran has accused Washington of hitting a wedding party to deadly effect. Jamie Clarke reports.
Iran says it has hit back after US attacks  Listenfacebook
Iran says it attacked US military assets in Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates and Iraq in response to the latest American strikes. According to Tehran, the US strikes killed more than a dozen people, including a child who was at a wedding celebration. Marcus Lum reports.
Netanyahu vows to keep troops in Gaza  Listenfacebook
Israel's prime minister has vowed to keep troops in Gaza, despite a recent push by mediators to advance a ceasefire plan calling for their withdrawal. As Jamie Clarke reports, Gaza's health ministry says 900 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli attacks this year, despite a ceasefire in the enclave.
New York City to ban AI use up to 8th grade  Listenfacebook
New York City will ban the use of artificial intelligence for students in public schools through eighth grade, according to US media reports. Aaron Tam reports.
NBA comes down hard on LA Clippers  Listenfacebook
The NBA has handed down severe punishments to the Los Angeles Clippers, including team owner Steve Ballmer, following a year-long investigation into salary cap circumvention. Nazvi Careem has more.

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