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HKEX said it is considering suspending companies whose auditors remain unable to assess in annual statements whether they can survive, reversing a relaxation of a rule in 2021 www.afrc.org.hk/f/page/1025/...

(AFRC/HKEX) Joint statement on financial statements with Disclaimer of Opinion solely relating to Going Concern

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 20h

Hong Kong welcomed 1,416,636 mainland visitors during October 1 Golden Week, a 9.4% increase over the same 7-day period last year • The figure is 9.8% more than the 1.29 million mainland visitors Hong Kong authorities expected

(Chart by @kjoules.org) Mainland visitors to Hong Kong, October 1 Golden Week, 2025 & 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 07/10/2026

The plan to add 20 companies to the Hang Seng Tech Index was made official today • The 20 companies will be announced Nov 20, with changes taking effect Dec 7 • Internet firms have dragged down the index; critics saying AI/robotics firms need more representation www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

(Bloomberg) Hang Seng Tech Index lags US, China chip-heavy gauges

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 07/10/2026

Electric vehicles (EVs) in Hong Kong accounted for more than 20% of all registered vehicles as of the end of August -- more than one in five, according to figures provided by the Transport Department

(Chart by @kjoules.org) Hong Kong registered electric vehicles, as of end-August 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 06/10/2026

Service on the MTR Tung Chung Line will be adjusted during the late night hours of Saturday November 28 for construction of track connecting future Tung Chung East station. • Free shuttle buses will run between Tung Chung and Sunny Bay Last train departure times for Saturday November 28:

Last train departure times on the MTR Tung Chung Line, Saturday November 28:

Tung Chung to Hong Kong 23:02
Hong Kong to Tung Chung 23:07
Sunny Bay to Tung Chung 23:29
Hong Kong to Sunny Bay 00:50 (unchanged)
Sunny Bay to Hong Kong 00:50 (unchanged)

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 06/10/2026

And the government wonders why Hongkongers are not having children www.scmp.com/news/hong-ko...

(SCMP headline) Hong Kong's Generation Y unhappiest amid housing and economic pressures, poll finds

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 06/10/2026

The West Kowloon Cultural District reported an operating deficit of HK$998 million for the year ending March 31, a 29.8% y-o-y increase. • The deficit was mainly attributed to preparations for the upcoming West Kowloon Performing Arts Centre • Operating revenue ↑19%, expenditure ↑13%

(LegCo paper for the Panel on Home Affairs, Culture, and Sports meeting on October 12 2026) 5-Year Financial Summary of the West Kowloon Cultural Centre, financial results for year ending 31 March 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 06/10/2026

Some new personalized number plates (auctioned October 3) you might see on the streets of Hong Kong shortly: 1GUANA $5K SCRAMJET $5K M00M00 $220K B1D $20K 188881 $290K LFA $100K N0 1DEA $55K YAAY $26K UPUPUP $50K THXALL $18K EAT WELL $20K L0VE FAT $38K @hknumberplates.bsky.social

Auction results of personalized number plates, Oct 3 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 06/10/2026

A pedestrian footbridge near Hong Kong's Nam Cheong MTR station that provides access to the V Walk mall was open to the public on October 5 after five years of construction. The total cost of the project (which includes studies and planning)? HK$330 million In 中文: hk01.com/article/6039...

(HK01 via Civil Engineering and Development Department) The pedestrian footbridge near V Walk Mall and Nam Cheong Station, Sham Shui Po

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 06/10/2026

At today's meeting with the press, CE John Lee said the Buildings Department was investigating, and would handle the case strictly in accordance with the law

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 05/10/2026

Hong Kong's Civil Aviation Department is investigating a mainlander suspected of illegally flying a drone during National Day fireworks and posting video on RedNote • The man removed the videos today • Victoria Harbour is a 24h no-fly zone, and drones are prohibited at night

The suspect @Su Fan, when asked whether he was given permission to fly drones, responded "I let myself fly"

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 05/10/2026

Say hello to RTHK's new (AI-generated) mascot: Wavee (way-vee) / 電電 • "The design concept draws on the electromagnetic waves that underpin RTHK's radio and television services. Wavee embodies the rich heritage of RTHK's long broadcasting history" www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...

(RTHK) A red plush mascot with oversized round ears, a red cap and a lightning-bolt pendant, smiling and waving

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 02/10/2026

As a public service, here are the last three seconds of his diatribe. Note his effective use of a hand gesture

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 02/10/2026

Hong Kong retail sales, August 2026 • HK$32.059 billion, ↑5.6% compared to August 2025 • Accounting for inflation, retail volume ↑2.9% y-o-y • By selected category, - Food ↑1.9% - Clothing ↓0.3% - Alcohol ↑8.3% - Jewelry/valuables ↑11.9% - Consumer durables ↑14.0%

(GovHK) Value index and value of retail sales, July & August 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 02/10/2026

After an initial surge following the deal to break the 11 Skies lease with the Airport Authority, New World Development was trading at HK$5.87 at the mid-session interval, down 18 cents from Wednesday's close

(Bloomberg) New World Development (17:HK) HK$5.88 as of 11:57 am

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 02/10/2026

Hong Kong’s Antiques Authority today named Hung Shing Temple (Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai) and Stanley Mosque (inside Stanley Prison) as historic buildings www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 02/10/2026

305,544 visitors entered Hong Kong on October 1, the largest daily figure since the end of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to data from the Immigration Department • 277,304 mainland visitors entering Hong Kong is also the largest daily figure since the pandemic

(Chart by @kjoules.org) Daily mainland visitors to Hong Kong, October 1 Golden Week

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 01/10/2026

Hong Kong 🇭🇰 Influenza & Covid-19 update, week ending Sep 26 2026 🚨 Week 13 of summer flu season • Trend: Elevated • 56 severe cases (↑3), 44 deaths (↑7) • Hospital admission rates for flu: 0.64/10K pop. (↓0.07) • CHP samples positivity rate: 11.53% (Elevated) * Covid-19 levels low

(Chart by @kjoules.org) CHP Laboratory Surveillance for influenza and Covid-19, weekly specimens positivity rate, Jan 2025 to Sep 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 01/10/2026

Visitors to Hong Kong, September 2026 (ImmD) Total 4,031,508 ↑22.4% y-o-y Mainland visitors 3,168,406 ↑29.0% Other visitors 863,102 ↑3.3% January to September: Total 40,706,916 ↑11.6% Mainland visitors 31,881,109 ↑14.0% Other visitors 8,825,807 ↑3.8%

(Chart by @kjoules.org) Monthly visitors to Hong Kong, 2025 vs 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 01/10/2026

The arrest was announced by the Hong Kong government at 2:42 am this morning. "The so-called '831 incident' has been proven without factual basis. It is a lie manipulated by persons with ulterior motives to spread lies, attack the HKSARG and smear the Police Force" www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...

Police noticed that on the evening of August 31, some people were standing outside MTR Prince Edward Station holding bouquets and shouting seditious slogans. The persons concerned were suspected of spreading false information and attacking the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government with lies, as well as smearing the Police Force, with the intention of inciting hatred against the HKSAR Government and law enforcement agencies.

The National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force (NSD) attaches great importance to the incident, and swiftly took enforcement actions in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon on September 3 and arrested two local men and one local woman, aged between 33 and 79, for the offence of "doing an act that has a seditious intention with a seditious intention" under Section 24 of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance. The three arrestees have been released on bail pending further investigations.

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 30/09/2026

Hong Kong's Airport Authority press release, as NWD surrenders 11 Skies to the Airport Authority for no payment and will provide more than HK$3 billion in cash and other considerations in exchange for being released from its lease and financial obligations www.hongkongairport.com/en/media-cen...

(Airport Authority) Agreement paves way for relaunch of entertainment hub to complement Skytopia development

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 30/09/2026

New World Development posted a HK$26.8 billion loss for the financial year ending June 30, 2026, largely because of an HK$18.3 billion writedown and provisions related to the 11 Skies airport project. • Loss attributable to shareholders was HK$28.1 billion

(New World Development) Annual results for financial year ending June 30 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 30/09/2026

• New World will pay a HK$2.3 billion termination fee to the Airport Authority • NWD must perform pre- and post-handover work, which will cost the company another HK$1.0495 billion • In total, NWD will declare a net loss of HK$18.3215 billion, reflected in the company's FY25-26 results

(NWD) Financial effects of the termination (with the Airport Authority)

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 30/09/2026

Breaking News: New World Development has struck a deal with the Airport Authority to terminate the lease agreement at 11 Skies on April 1, 2027, more than 39 years before the original lease was supposed to expire, and will take a HK$18.3215 billion net loss on 11 Skies. Terms of the agreement ...

(New World Development) Discloseable transaction; early termination of agreement for sub-lease

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 30/09/2026

Today's high of 34.2°C at the Hong Kong Observatory is the highest-ever recorded on a September 30 since records began in 1884 • The previous high on September 30: 33.6°C, achieved twice, in 2014 and 2023

(Hong Kong Observatory) Observed maximum temperatures in Hong Kong, September 30 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 29/09/2026

The World Intellectual Property Organization's 2026 Global Innovation Index is out, and Hong Kong ranked 14th overall, up one spot from last year. • Korea, Singapore, China, and Japan were the Asian countries ranked higher GovHK's (pleased) response: www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...

WIPO 2026 Global Innovation Index rankings

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 29/09/2026

Overall wages in Hong Kong increased by 3.4% in the year ending June 2026, according to the Census and Statistics Department. • Accounting for inflation, real wages increased by 1.6% • Below, wage increases by selected industry:

Year-on-year changes in nominal and real wages, by industry, to June 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 29/09/2026

The Solari flip boards at Hong Kong Kai Tak Airport, 1992 (ASMR 🔊)

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 28/09/2026

Discovery Bay ferry, October 1 service adjustments due to fireworks ⛴️ DB → Central 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 cancelled 20:45 extra service 21:00 resumption of normal service ⛴️ Central → DB 19:30, 20:00, 20:30 cancelled 21:00 resumption of normal service 21:15 extra service

Discovery Bay Ferry October 1 ferry service adjustments

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 28/09/2026

This will certainly transform Hong Kong's ambition to become a yacht hub

(SCMP headline) Hong Kong authorities open probe after yacht allegedly charges boat with 6 rowers

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 28/09/2026

Cathay Pacific passenger services to/from Dubai/DXB and Riyadh/RUH will remain suspended until January 31 2027 www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_HK/lat...

In view of the latest developments in the Middle East, Cathay Pacific’s Dubai and Riyadh passenger flights have been cancelled up to and including 31 January 2027. Affected travellers will be offered the flexibility to rebook, reroute or refund their tickets.

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 28/09/2026

Hong Kong National Day Fireworks 🎆 Thursday October 1, 8:00pm 📍 Victoria Harbour 🕣 23 minute show 🧐 Long-winded explanation of this year’s theme:

The display, themed "Eternal Radiance Fireworks in Bloom, Illuminating our Country", comprises eight scenes. The first scene, "Praise our Motherland", features golden brocade crowns surging into the sky with green and blue shells tracing majestic mountain ranges and flowing rivers, capturing the grandeur of China's vast landscape. The second scene, "You are the Sunshine of my Life", showcases layered gold and red rings forming sunflower patterns, symbolising hope and steadfast confidence. The fourth scene, "Dreams in the Starry Galaxy", presents an interstellar panorama with multicoloured changing shells and swimming stars, reflecting the courage of Hong Kong people to pursue their dreams. The grand finale, "Celebration to our Prosperous Nation", features a spectacular burst of red and gold fireworks like the rising sun, conveying best wishes for the country's continued prosperity and for Hong Kong to shine even brighter.

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 28/09/2026

Residential rental prices in Hong Kong continue to reach new highs, according to latest data from the Rating and Valuation Department. • Residential prices for August 2026 were relatively unchanged compared to July

(Chart by @kjoules.org) Hong Kong residential and rental prices, latest 13 months to August 2026, Rating and Valuation Department

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 27/09/2026

Apparently the Ariel Atom is road-legal in Hong Kong

Ariel Atom parked on Moon Street, Wan Chai

Front view of an Ariel Atom parked on Moon Street, Hong Kong

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 26/09/2026

Breaking News: Peggy Wong Pik-kiu, the district councillor at the centre of the Wang Fuk Court disaster who served as an adviser to the owners' corporation during the promotion of the renovation plan, announced her resignation due to health reasons www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...

The Government received today (September 26) a written notice from Tai Po District Council (DC) member, Ms Wong Pik-kiu, pursuant to the District Councils Ordinance (Cap. 547) (the Ordinance), to resign from office as a DC member due to health reasons. Ms Wong also resigned at the same time from her duties as member of the Tai Po South Area Committee and captain of the Tai Po Kwong Fuk and Plover Cove sub-district Care Team. The Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, Miss Alice Mak, said Ms Wong has served in the district for many years, and respects her decision.

The Government will, in accordance with the Ordinance, publish in due course a notice in the Gazette to declare the relevant office of the DC member as vacant from September 26.

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 26/09/2026

Cathay Pacific is allowing free rebooking charges for flights today to/from Bangkok due to severe flooding www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_HK/lat...

Cathay Pacific: flights to/from Bangkok, traveling 26 Sep 2026, ticket change must be completed today, travel completed by 30
Nov

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 25/09/2026

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival ⚠️ You have been warned ⚠️

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 25/09/2026

Last departing trains on the MTR tonight for the Mid-Autumn Festival

Hong Kong MTR last train departure times, Sept 25 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 25/09/2026

The number of registered electors in Hong Kong (that can vote in their geographical constituencies) fell in 2026 to 4,116,965, a decrease of 22,027 from last year, according to the Registration and Electoral Office in figures announced today www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 24/09/2026

Hong Kong 🇭🇰 Influenza & Covid-19 update, week ending Sep 19 2026 🚨 Week 12 of summer flu season • Trend: Elevated • 53 severe cases (↓13), 37 deaths (↓12) • Hospital admission rates for flu: 0.71/10K pop. (↓0.09) • CHP samples positivity rate: 10.65% (Elevated) * Covid-19 levels low

(Chart by @kjoules.org) CHP laboratory surveillance positivity rate for Influenza and Covid-19 specimens, 2025-present

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 24/09/2026

Presented without comment

(Tweet from @newsgovhk) The Registration & Electoral Office will hold an #ElectoralInformationCentre Open Day on October 1 to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China #NationalDay

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 24/09/2026

The Hong Kong government said it would not appeal further after the Court of Appeal upheld a lower-court ruling that quashed the environmental approval for the public housing development at Fanling Golf Course. www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 24/09/2026

A symposium on police studies of the strait cum

(GovHK press release) Hong Kong delegation attends 21st Symposium on Police Studies of the Strait cum Hong Kong and Macao (with photos)

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 24/09/2026

Just another day in Tsim Sha Tsui

(The Standard, Hong Kong) Bar staff accused of dumping body on Tsim Sha Tsui street after man found dead in toilet

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 23/09/2026

Hong Kong Consumer Price Index, August 2026 Composite CPI ↑1.7% y-o-y (vs ↑1.7% in July) By sector, - Food ↑0.6% - Housing ↑0.1% - Utilities ↑11.5% - Alcohol, tobacco <±0.05% - Clothing, footwear <±0.05% - Transport ↑3.9% - Medical services ↑11.7%

Hong Kong Consumer Price Indices for August 2026

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 23/09/2026

The Wolf Warrior Response: www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/...

HKSAR Wolf Warrior BINGO: HKSAR Government strongly disapproves of and rejects annual report of European Commission

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 23/09/2026

Some slides, including "The Time Cost and Risk Management of Finding a Partner" were posted on Threads. • "Men will try their best to show women their grades and future ambitions. In fact, none of these things are attractive at all to women who mature early mentally." (See ALT text for more)

Slide 24: The Time Cost and Risk Management of Finding a Partner
- Men will try their best to show women their academic ability, grades, or future ambitions. In fact, none of these things are attractive at all to women who mature early mentally.
- I recommend not looking for a woman who is the same age as you, nor one who lives too far away from your own home.
- You should invest time in finding a suitable marriage partner early in life, when the value of your time is relatively low, so that you can prepare to build a family. Otherwise, as you become increasingly busy with work in the future and your time becomes increasingly valuable, the opportunity cost of investing time in establishing the foundations of a relationship will become very high. It may even rise beyond a certain threshold, at which point you will choose to remain single.

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Joel Chan @kjoules.org · 23/09/2026

The New York Times flunks math

100 best TV shows of the 21st Century… since January 1, 2000?!?

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