

Hong Kong Today
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RTHK's morning news programme. Weekdays 6:30 - 8:00
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Ben Tse and Todd Harding2026-09-25
Friday
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Xi Jinping urges US to peacefully manage rivalry
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President Xi Jinping has told his US counterpart Donald Trump that the two sides must peacefully manage their rivalry, saying a new relationship of strategic stability should be put into action. Xi said China and the US should cooperate more, moderate competition, and manage their differences. The president also called for cooperation on Artificial Intelligence to prevent the technology from being abused or misused. And he expressed hopes that Washington will oppose "Taiwan independence" and handle the issue with caution. The president was speaking during a meeting with Trump in the Oval Office, as he was given a lavish welcome to the White House. Jamie Clarke reports.
Govt expands talent, invited guest visa-free schemes
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The government has announced the expansion of two immigration facilitation schemes, allowing more non-local talent to visit Hong Kong for short-term activities without work visas, and extending the coverage of a separate scheme to Central Asia and the Middle East. As Altis Wong reports, the schemes take effect on Thursday.
HA to raise staff alertness after fatal feeding error
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The Hospital Authority says that new measures will be introduced to raise medical staff alertness, after a patient died at the Prince of Wales Hospital last week. He choked on a regular meal, instead of his prescribed pureed diet. Elvis Yu reports.
Arrests made over body found in TST
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A man has been arrested after a 49-year-old man was found dead in Tsim Sha Tsui in the early hours of Thursday morning. Wallis Wang reports.
AFCD catches eight dogs as joint-operation ends
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The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department said yesterday it had caught eight unattended dogs during a five-day joint operation with police, launched after a 27-year-old woman was fatally attacked by dogs in Yuen Long last week. Raymond Yeung reports.
Tse calls for stronger dog owner responsibility
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Environment Secretary Tse Chin-wan has urged people to think twice before getting a dog. He also vowed to push for stronger owner responsibility. Wendy Wong reports.
Po Pin Chau slots filled for start of Golden Week
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There's been a big demand for the limited tickets for a popular tourist attraction in Sai Kung. As Janice Lo reports, strict conditions are attached for visits.
Over 3.8k eateries to offer discounts on National Day
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More than 3,800 eateries across the city will offer perks and discounts of up to 30 percent off on Thursday to celebrate National Day. This year marks the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Janice Lo tells us more.
Hotels and food courts join Golden Week campaign
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More than 3,800 Hong Kong eateries are marking National Day on October 1 with freebies and discounts of up to 30 percent. Catering sector lawmaker Jonathan Leung told Janice Lo that hotels and food courts are among those joining the campaign for the first time.
Lawmaker urges balance in sustaining financial centre status
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Lawmaker Rock Chen has stressed the importance of balancing market innovation, with integrity and investor protection. He says that's crucial for maintaining Hong Kong's position as a reputable international financial centre. Speaking on RTHK's Backchat programme, Chen also noted that intensified geopolitics can work to Hong Kong's advantage, as investors diversify.
Substantial progress in HK gold hub push: Hui
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Financial Services chief Christopher Hui says Hong Kong has made substantial progress in its quest to become a global gold trading centre - and there's more to come. Wendy Wong has the story.
Workers should get 2.8pc pay rise in 2026: survey
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A survey suggests that employees in Hong Kong should be getting an average pay rise of 2.8 percent this year, slightly higher than the 2.7 percent increase in 2025. The Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management also projected a 2.9 percent pay rise in 2027. Lawrence Hung, an executive council member of the institute, told Wallis Wang that companies remain cautious in their salary strategies.
AI to play a role in better managing cancer: Lo
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The government has highlighted the role of artificial intelligence in beefing up Hong Kong's efforts in cancer management. Janice Lo reports.
HK exports surge to nearly all major markets
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Hong Kong recorded year-on-year increases in both exports and imports last month, with the outflow to almost all major markets seeing a sharp surge. Here's Raymond Yeung.
Netanyahu lashes out at enemies and allies at UN
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Facing a difficult re-election campaign at home, Israel’s prime minister has lashed out at the UN, assailing both enemies and allies that have crossed him in recent months. Jamie Clarke reports.
HK rowers add gold, bronze at Asian Games
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At the Asian Games, Hong Kong, China bagged four medals in rowing on Thursday, including a gold for veteran Chiu Hin-chun. Swimming superstar Siobhan Haughey also added a fourth medal of her own in Japan, and 13th overall at the Asian Games. Raymond Yeung reports.
Portugal off to winning start in Uefa Nations League
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Portugal are off to a winning start in their Uefa Nations League title defence with a 1-0 victory over Wales in Lisbon. Erling Haaland, meanwhile, found the net twice to lead Norway over Denmark in their tournament opener. Nazvi Careem with more.









