A US blockade of Iran's ports started after peace talks between the two countries over the weekend ended without a deal. US President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate any Iranian "fast attack ships" caught trying to approach the area. Jamie Clarke has the story.

RTHK's Washington correspondent, Simon Marks, says that even US President Donald Trump seemed to struggle to explain how the blockade would exactly work or achieve its intended aims. He spoke to Ben Tse.

Pope Leo has pushed back on US President Donald Trump’s broadside against him over the US-Israel war in Iran. He’s told reporters he doesn’t fear the Trump administration, and that the Vatican’s appeals for peace and reconciliation are rooted in the gospel. Jamie Clarke has more.

Spain has urged China to take on a stronger role on key global issues as the United States pulls out from some international accords. The call was made by visiting Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez who is expected to hold talks in Beijing with President Xi Jinping on Tuesday. Chloe Feng reports.

Hungary's opposition leader Peter Magyar has vowed to change the constitution in a drive to restore democratic standards. His comments come following his defeat of Viktor Orban in national elections, a win that he said demonstrated Hungarians' wish to better integrate into Europe after years of fighting Brussels. Jamie Clarke reports.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan says Hong Kong must safeguard its financial and cybersecurity amid rising geopolitical risks and fierce global competition. He told a local newspaper that the government and financial regulators have already set up a round-the-clock supervision system to monitor over-the-counter transactions, and ensure stable market operation. Chloe Feng reports.

The government says it has suspended plans to legalise basketball betting, citing the emergence of the so-called prediction markets that could entice more people to engage in illegal gambling. Wendy Wong reports.

The independent committee investigating the deadly Wang Fuk Court fire has heard that emergency personnel were unable to locate the firefighter trapped in one of the buildings. The committee was told that Ho Wai-ho had entered Wang Tai House by mistake, and relayed a Mayday signal over the radio from the 30th floor moments before his death. Frank Yung reports.

The Labour Department says it will include monitoring stations in nine more locations to decide whether to issue a Heat Stress at Work Warning. As Elvis Yu reports, the goal is to better protect workers' health.

Unionist lawmaker Lam Chun-sing says he supports including more monitoring stations to gauge the city's heat index when it comes to issuing work-related hot weather warnings. He spoke to Elvis Yu.

The chief executive has reaffirmed the government's commitment to accelerating innovation and technology development in the city, saying it also reinforces its integration into national development strategies. John Lee's remarks came as more than 1,000 political and business leaders from 50 countries and regions gathered for the World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit. Elvis Yu reports.

The Fire Services Department is considering tougher penalties to deter the trade in illegal fuel. This may include the seizure of vehicles used by both buyers and sellers. Marcus Lum reports.

Hong Kong, China is sending 84 athletes to this year’s Asian Beach Games, which returns after a decade-long absence. The sixth edition of the ABG will take place from April 22-30 in Sanya, Hainan, marking the second time China is hosting the event. Hailey Yip reports.

Hong Kong's biggest sporting event turns 50 this weekend. Fans of the Rugby Sevens will not only be able to watch thrilling matches, they will also be treated to live music, food and drinks. More than 130,000 tickets have been sold for the annual tournament, which draws spectators from far and near. Jon Pallett, head of communications of Hong Kong China Rugby, spoke to RTHK's Backchat about the preparations.

Leeds have ended a 45-year wait for a win at Old Trafford after battling past 10-man Manchester United 2-1. The victory boosts Leeds' bid to avoid relegation from the Premier League, and hands the Red Devils their first home loss under interim manager Michael Carrick. Todd Harding reports.