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Force investigates possible link to nine other cases this month, while source says police to look at whether more mainland suspects involved since border reopening.

Law enforcement officials conduct patrols in areas previously frequented by traders who buy stock in Hong Kong and sell it in mainland China.

Students living in mainland China and studying in Hong Kong have returned to in-person learning after three years.

Acting chief executive Eric Chan cites social value of providing help to needy in pricier and dilapidated subdivided flats.

But industry leaders say they are hopeful business will pick up again over coming months.

‘Travellers’ expectations may change,’ says tourism minister Kevin Yeung, predicting fewer shopping tour groups and emphasising need to entice visitors with new experiences.

Hong Kong’s property market regained some of its sparkle in January, with deals rising to a three-month high as the border with mainland China reopened and free travel resumed. This trend could continue into February.

PCR tests every 48 hours remain headache for families who hope government will soon announce exemptions.

The resort operator reports a ‘strong rebound’ as the reopening of mainland China, coupled with pent-up demand everywhere, bodes well for the pandemic-battered tourism sector.

The recovery of Hong Kong’s retail market is likely to be slow and uncertain, as surging Covid-19 infections in mainland China and a huge supply glut limit any boost from the reopening of the border, according to industry leaders.