Pet-friendly dining: Hong Kong has lifted its decades-old dog ban in eateries, rolling out access to more than 900 approved restaurants in the first phase, as the city pushes a more animal-friendly culture. Typhoon Bavi disruption: Typhoon Bavi is battering the region, with Taiwan shutting schools and cancelling large numbers of flights and ferries, while Hong Kong-bound travel is also affected. Cross-harbour traffic rethink: Hong Kong’s transport authorities say tunnel tolls may need future adjustments because overall traffic has already surpassed pre–time-varying-toll peaks, with congestion still spilling onto connecting roads at some times. AI and US-China rules: OpenAI and Google confirmed they are selling AI services to Singapore subsidiaries of Pentagon-blacklisted Chinese firms, highlighting a loophole in export controls that still leaves overseas hubs largely untouched. Shein IPO cleared: Shein won approval for its long-awaited Hong Kong listing, clearing the way for roadshows and a likely September-or-October timetable. Markets and retail risk: Hong Kong retail investors are feeling pain from leveraged ETF swings tied to SK hynix, with losses piling up fast for those chasing the AI trade. Education and youth: The EDB held an “Other Languages Experience Day” for junior secondary students in its pilot scheme, showcasing language learning through interactive booths. Police training: The Culture, Sports and Tourism Secretary inspected passing-out parades at the Hong Kong Police College, marking the graduation of probationary inspectors and recruit constables. Northern Metropolis animal fallout: A growing animal welfare crisis is emerging as land clearance for the Northern Metropolis project displaces rural pets, with calls for permanent resettlement sites.