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HK & SZ Bi-City Biennale of Urbanism Architecture; International Horse Show

On this programme, we checked how the Iran war is impacting Hong Kong. With oil pricing surging, lawmakers have approved a $1.8 billion dollar relief package to help businesses cope with rising fuel costs. Starting later this month, diesel-powered commercial vehicles and vessels will receive a HK$3-per-litre subsidy for a period of two months. We heard from representatives across sectors to get their thoughts on the move. After the break, we brought you the latest in Formula 1 as Hainan’s local government signalled its intention to bring the race to the southern island, after it unveiled development plans aimed at securing the motorsport’s premier event for the province. And to wrap up the show, we talked to an engineer as authorities move forward with plans to develop an underground quarry in North Tsing Yi, scheduled for commission in 2028. 9:05am-9:30am: Diesel subsidies Speakers: Anthony Lam, Chairman of the Federation of Hong Kong Industries Willy Lin, Honorary Chairman of the Hong Kong Shippers' Council Peter Yung, Spokesman of the Hong Kong Taxi and Public Light Bus Association 9:32am-9:47am: Formula 1 in Hainan? Speaker: Nick Marsh, former racing driver and team owner 9:47am-10:00am: North Tsing Yi underground quarry Speaker: Leung Yat-fai, Spokesperson of the Geotechnical Division of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers

On this programme, we talk to a lawmaker on the Ombudsman recently urging the government to empower conservation officers to enter people’s homes to investigate suspected animal cruelty cases. It follows an uncovering of inconsistent and ineffective investigations into suspected abuse. The Philippine Consul General in Hong Kong then tells us all about Filipino Food Month which is happening throughout April, celebrating the vibrant flavors and rich culinary heritage of the Southeast Asian nation. After the break, we take a closer look at the new rules introduced by Cyberspace Administration for live stream tipping. The rules will ban children under eight from the practice and a tiered system will be also be introduced to protect older minors and prevent irrational spending. And finally, a professor from Hong Kong Polytechnic University joins the show to introduce a new robot the university jointly developed with CLP Power, that carries out generator checks more efficiently and safely. 9:05am-9:22am: Calls to better tackle animal abuse Speaker: Christine Fong, Lawmaker 9:22am-9:30am: Filipino Food Month Speaker: Romulo Victor M. Israel Jr, Philippines Consul General in Hong Kong 9:32am-9:47am: China's new live streaming rules Speaker: Florin Serban, social media scholar and lecturer at the Department of Communication Studies, Hong Kong Baptist University 9:47am-10:00am: PolyU and CLP Power's PolyU and CLP Power's smart “Generator Inspection Robot” Speaker: Tam Hwa-yaw, Chair Professor of Photonics and Head of the Electrical Engineering Department, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

On this programme, we speak to a lawmaker about the government considering to expand the buyout plan for Wang Fuk Court to cover the only building in the residential estate not to have been affected by November's inferno. We then talk to another lawmaker about a potential expansion of a proposed pilot scheme that would see the private sector manage certain public beaches. After the break, we learn all about how a rescue team from Ocean Park successfully performed a world-first surgery on a cownose ray, after it suffered from a life-threatening gastric rupture. And to wrap-up, we learn more about this year's GBA Fashion Fusion in Shenzhen, where four local fashion designers and graduates joined the project in the hopes of promoting their work on the mainland. 9:05am-9:18am: Wang Fuk Court buyout plan Speaker: Bill Tang, Lawmaker 9:18am-9:30am: Private sector to operate public beaches Speaker: Judy Chan, Lawmaker 9:32am-9:47am: World’s first cownose ray surgery Speaker: Dr Chris Perkins, Ocean Park vet 9:47am-10:00am: GBA Fashion Fusion Speakers: Elmer Ho, Fashion designer and Founder of AEPEL Wayne Lo, Co-Founder Chief Designer at Hoopla, a Hong Kong fashion designer label

Art Central 2026 will take place from March 25 to 29 at Hong Kong’s Central Harbourfront, featuring over 100 galleries and 500 artists with new curatorial programs and immersive installations.

On this programme, we recap Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China for a two-day summit with President Xi Jinping. Both leaders hailed the high level of bilateral ties and signed a number of agreements. After the break, we chat with a scientist about the SAR's first astronaut taking part in a space mission. Lai Ka-ying will operate a locally designed observatory that tracks greenhouse gas emissions whilst aboard the Tiangong space station. And lastly, we immerse ourselves into some football action, after Arsenal were Premier League champions, ending their 22-year drought. Can they also win their first champions league title ever next week? 9:05am-9:30am: Russian President Vladimir Putin's China visit Spekers: Anatoly Kargapolov, Consul General of Russia in Hong Kong Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow at the Centre for International Government Innovation and Chairman of Asia Narratives 9:32am-9:45am: HKSAR's first astronaut Lai Ka-ying Speaker: Joseph Michalski, Professor at the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, The University of Hong Kong 9:45am-10:00am: Arsenal's first Premier League title in 22 years Speakers: Spencer Robinson, sports writer, broadcaster and commentator Will Bedoucha, Executive Committee Member of the Arsenal Supporters' Club in Hong Kong

The Chinese New Year Lantern Display has already started! From February 12th until March 15th, you can admire the lanterns at the Cultural Centre Piazza. The event also features various programmes such as music and dance performances, breakdancing, lion dances, lantern riddle quiz and more.

On this programme, we talk to a lawmaker and learn more about the Judiciary's plan to establish the Hong Kong International Commercial Court, a special division of the High Court, to tackle complex cross-border commercial disputes. Then, we hear from a child rights advocate as the Chinese mainland celebrates Children's Day. We also find out how Hong Kong can strive to promote child-friendly development. After the break, we get the latest on Hong Kong's smoking situation and learn about a series of activities introduced by the Department of Health in their "Quit in June" campaign that encourage and assist smokers put out their cigarette for good. And finally, another lawmaker tells us how the injection of 4.6 billion HK$ from the Capital Investment Fund will help support Hong Kong Post over the next three years. 9:05am-9:20am: Hong Kong International Commercial Court establishment Speaker: Nick Chan, Lawmaker 9:20am-9:30am: Children's Day Speaker: Grenville Cross, Senior Counsel and Honorary Consultant to the Child Protection Institute 9:32am-9:45am: "Quit in June" anti-smoking campaign Speaker: Dr Lilian Chiang, Senior Medical & Health Officer (Tobacco and Alcohol Control Office), Department of Health 9:45am-10:00am: HK$4.6 billion injection into HongKong Post Speaker: Holden Chow , Lawmaker