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South China Morning Post
4 days ago
- South China Morning Post
Man dies after plunging from building during blaze in Hong Kong's Tsuen Wan
A man has died after falling from a building during a fire in Hong Kong's Tsuen Wan. Police said they received reports of a fire at Shek To House, Shek Wai Kok Estate, at around 4.05pm on Friday. The victim, reportedly in his sixties, fell from a building and was sent to Yan Chai Hospital, according to the force. He was certified dead at the hospital. Another woman was also sent to the same hospital after feeling unwell due to smoke inhalation. Around 80 people were evacuated from the fire. Police are investigating the cause of the incident. A government spokesman said the Fire Services Department received reports of the blaze at 4.06pm and extinguished the fire at 4.29pm.
South China Morning Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend July 18-20
Whether you are a sporty, foodie or arty type, one of the activities in this weekend's Hong Kong round-up will tick the fun box. Fans of Wes Anderson's cinematic aesthetics can check out a touring exhibition at The Mills in Tsuen Wan, which features real-life photos shot in Anderson's distinctive filming style. Elsewhere, Ser Wong Fun, a local eatery in Central known for its snake soup, is marking its 130th anniversary with a series of music and cocktail sessions. Meanwhile, fitness fanatics should head to a sports and leisure expo at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Here are our five recommendations for the weekend. 1. Shambhala Play The Nepalese film Shambhala is a meditative and undeniably beautiful experience. Transfixing shots of the Himalayas form the backdrop for this spiritual tale of marriage, motherhood and the pressures of monastic life.
South China Morning Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Exhibit inspired by American filmmaker Wes Anderson comes to Hong Kong
Visitors explore the Accidentally Wes Anderson (AWA) exhibition at The Mills in Tsuen Wan. Photo:... Visitors explore the Accidentally Wes Anderson (AWA) exhibition at The Mills in Tsuen Wan. Photo: Eugene Lee share
South China Morning Post
02-07-2025
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
Where Hong Kong ultrarunner Wong Ho-chung loves eating, when not training
Ultrarunner Wong Ho-chung will run 500km (311 miles) over five days in Iceland starting July 18 as part of his Project Endless initiative. He spoke to Andrew Sun. I like eating in cha chaan tengs, mainly because it is quick and convenient. As an athlete, you have to be very efficient with your time. I have to train a lot and, when I am not working out, I just want to sleep and rest. That is why I usually like to eat very fast. For visitors, I would take them to an area called Lo Tak Court in Tsuen Wan, in the New Territories. The neighbourhood has many interesting small shops selling street food and snacks. I like to get my egg waffles there from Mammy Pancake (many locations, including Shop 16A, G/F, Cheong Wah Building, 289-301 Castle Peak Road, Tsuen Wan). Also in the area is a fish restaurant I like called Fish 3 Fish (30 Lo Tak Court, Tsuen Wan. Tel: 8114 3549). I enjoy all kinds of fish dishes there, especially the fried fish. Mammy Pancake serves egg waffles in various locations across Hong Kong. Photo: Jojo Yuen I also like the sweet tofu fa pudding at Ah Yuk Tofu Pudding (Shop 5B, G/F, Cheong Tai Building, 6 Tsuen Hing Path, Tsuen Wan. Tel: 2718 8198). For sushi, I often do take away from Sakura (Shop 4B, G/F, Cheong Tai Building, 8 Tsuen Hing Path, Tsuen Wan).
South China Morning Post
23-06-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
2,000 jobs at risk as leading Hong Kong security firm confirms impending closure
A leading security firm in Hong Kong chaired by a retired senior police officer will cease operations before next April, with more than 2,000 employees expected to be laid off. CNT Security Company attributed the decision to a recent board resolution. The news emerged after the company informed the landlords of Allway Gardens, a residential estate in Tsuen Wan, that their request to extend its contract until December this year could not be fulfilled. The letter, dated June 20, was signed by the company's general manager, Mario Wu. Chiu Yan-loy, a former Tsuen Wan district council member and now secretary of the Allway Gardens owners' corporation, said residents were surprised. 'Residents were rather shocked when learning the news. We have been using the company's service for more than 10 years, and most residents are very happy with its service,' he said. Chiu added that CNT Security had proposed increasing management fees following the recent rise in the minimum wage to HK$42.10 (US$5) per hour, an issue the owners' corporation planned to discuss at a later meeting. 'There has not been any sign of financial or manpower difficulty,' he added. 'But then came such news without warning.
