Hong Kong Actor News: Veteran Hong Kong actor Patrick Tse Yin has died at 89, with his children saying he passed away peacefully in hospital after declining health, and asking for privacy as tributes pour in. Oil & Markets: Oil prices eased after topping $90 as Iran said US contacts are continuing via mediators, easing some pressure on inflation fears even as geopolitical risk remains. AI & Stocks: Alibaba shares jumped up to 5.4% after unveiling a preview of its flagship Qwen3.8-Max model, while Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3 launch has also stirred Hong Kong-listed AI sentiment. Local Finance: HKEX is weighing longer equity trading hours, including a proposal to start 30 minutes earlier and scrap the lunch break, with an after-hours session also under discussion. Crypto & Payments: A Hong Kong dollar stablecoin, HKDAP, backed by Standard Chartered-led partners, is reported to be ready to begin trading as early as July 31 under the city’s stablecoin framework. Public Health & Regulation: A Hong Kong dermatologist was given a suspended punishment over improper clinic ads on RedNote, after the Medical Council found professional misconduct. Sports: South Korea’s fencing team arrives for the World Fencing Championships in Hong Kong aiming for medals ahead of the Asian Games. Culture: HKPAX 2026, a HK$40 million mega arts event, has cut ticket prices and adjusted programming to hit attendance targets in tougher economic times.