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2025-Nov-21st Today's English News - Learn English:  Here’s today’s Hong Kong news in super-easy English (perfect for Form 3 students!): Politics: Government says “No trouble in the election!” ⚖ The big LegCo election is on 7 December. Beijing and Hong Kong say anyone who tries to spoil the vote will get in big trouble. Four people were arrested because they posted messages online telling people “Don’t vote!”. The government wants lots of people to vote this time (last time only 30% voted – very low!). They are putting up posters and ads everywhere to make more people come out and vote under the new “only patriots” rule. Money & Jobs: Things cost a bit more 📈 In October, everything became 1.2% more expensive than last year, especially food and rent. Many builders and restaurant workers still feel worried because there are not enough new projects and salaries are low. The good news: the Hang Seng stock market went up today because tech companies did well. Society: Fire re...

 2025-Nov-20th Today's English News - Learn English: 1. Politics: Problems During Election 🚨 Hong Kong's big election for lawmakers (LegCo) is coming soon. But some people are causing trouble. Police caught two men who drew on and broke election posters on a bridge in Mong Kok. They did this to damage the posters. Also, at a meeting for election candidates, one woman fell down while talking. But the meeting went on, and she can speak again later. Police caught another person for telling people not to vote in the election. The government says: No trouble allowed! 2. Health: More Mosquito Sickness 🦟 Mosquitoes can spread a fever called chikungunya. It makes you feel hot, have joint pain, and get a rash. Hong Kong now has its fourth local case – that's when someone gets sick right here, not from travel. This one is not connected to the first three. Doctors are watching mosquitoes very closely because more people might get sick. No big groups of cases yet. To stop it, use bug...

 2025-Nov-19th Today's English News - Learn English: Here's a quick rundown of today's top news in Hong Kong: 1. Politics: An advisory panel pushed US Congress for stricter sanctions on Hong Kong's government, citing a crackdown on dissidents that's wiped out civil society and mirrored mainland China's repression. Regina Ip called democracy a "precious gift" from Beijing, urging folks to vote in the December 7 Legco election. Police nabbed a man for social media posts stirring hate against the electoral system and authorities. 🇺🇸⚖ 2. Economy: Hong Kong's jobless rate dropped to 3.8% as business vibes and consumer confidence picked up, thanks to tourist influx during Golden Week and winter prep. Chief Executive John Lee expects solid growth ahead, fueled by strong exports, domestic demand, and global factors like interest rate cuts. Economists say it's robust but warn of seasonal boosts. 📈💼 3. Tech: Bitcoin's crash below $90K sparked ...

 2025-Nov-12th Today's English News - Learn English: Hong Kong News — November 12, 2025 1. Typhoon Fung-wong Approaches Hong Kong ⚠ Severe Typhoon Fung-wong is nearing Hong Kong, with the Observatory issuing Standby Signal No. 1 as the storm approaches. Though recently downgraded to a tropical storm, it brings gusty conditions and risks of transport disruptions. In the Philippines, the storm caused deaths and mass evacuations. Taiwan is already bracing for torrential rain and damage as Fung-wong nears landfall.​ 2. Strong Economic Growth 📈 Hong Kong’s GDP surged 3.8% year-on-year in Q3 2025, outpacing Q2’s 3.1% growth. The rebound is credited to booming exports, a recovery in tourism, and robust local demand. Retail sales jumped 5.9% in September as more tourists arrived and consumer confidence strengthened. Lower interest rates and global trends are expected to support ongoing growth.​ 3. Election Banner Vandalism Arrests 🚔 Police arrested three men aged 24, 50, and 80 over the ...

 2025-Nov-11th Today's English News - Learn English: Here's a quick rundown of today's top news in Hong Kong: 1. Typhoon Fung-wong Approaches ⚠: Severe Typhoon Fung-wong is nearing Hong Kong, prompting the Observatory to issue Standby Signal No. 1 after noon. The storm has already caused two deaths in the Philippines, where over a million people were evacuated amid fierce winds and rains. Expect gusty conditions and possible disruptions to transport in the coming hours. 2. Robust Economy Boost 📈: Hong Kong's GDP grew 3.8% in Q3 2025, fueled by surging exports and steady domestic demand, up from 3.1% last quarter. Retail sales rose 5.9% in September, driven by more tourists and improving consumer confidence. Officials predict solid growth ahead, supported by global demand and lower US interest rates. 3. Legco Poll Vandalism Arrests 🚔: Police nabbed three more suspects—aged 24, 50, and 80—for damaging Legislative Council election banners in districts like Tseung Kwan O ...

2025-Nov-10th Today's English News - Learn English:  Here's a quick rundown of today's top news in Hong Kong: 1. National Games Opening 🏅: Xi Jinping kicked off the 15th National Games in Guangdong, with Hong Kong's massive 602-athlete delegation standing proud alongside Macau and mainland teams. Chief Executive John Lee called hosting events an "honour" for the city. It's boosting local pride and setting the stage for fierce competitions across 28 sports. 2. Crime: Teen Attack Bust 🚔: Police nabbed three girls aged 13-16 over a brutal assault on a 17-year-old boy in a Mong Kok shopping centre toilet. The attack stemmed from money and relationship beefs, handled by the district crime squad. It's a stark reminder of rising youth violence in crowded urban spots. 3. Healthcare Revamp 💉: Hong Kong's expanding public medical fee waivers to cover 1.4 million more low-income folks starting January 1, up from just 300,000. This aims to ease burdens on...