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  "id": 13915228,
  "title": "RTHK to broadcast Asian Para Games",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/rthk-to-broadcast-asian-para-games",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T08:34:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTHK English",
    "slug": "rthk-english",
    "url": "https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1873611-20261012.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Raistlin Lau emphasized the role of sport in bridging society during the launch ceremony for RTHK's live coverage of the 5th Asian Para Games, set to take place in Japan from October 18-24. The event's athletes, coaches, and staff members of the Hong Kong, China delegation were reported to be well-prepared. Lau highlighted the inspiring journeys of athletes with disabilities, noting their ability to overcome numerous challenges with courage. He praised their perseverance and the Hong Kong spirit demonstrated through their pursuit of success. Other attendees included Jenny Fung, President of the China Hong Kong Paralympic Committee; Angelina Kwan, Director of Broadcasting; and Melissa Pang, Chairwoman of the RTHK Board of Advisors. With support from the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, RTHK will provide live coverage of the Asian Para Games, starting from October 16, and will air the opening ceremony on Sunday. Eighty athletes representing Hong Kong, China delegation will compete in ten sports.",
  "summary": "Under Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Raistlin Lau on Monday said sport serves as a bridge connecting society, and live broadcasts of athletes’ efforts could unite the people of Hong Kong. Lau was speaking at the launch ceremony for RTHK’s live coverage of the 5th Asian Para Games which will be held in Japan between October 18-24. He said athletes, coaches and staff members of the Hong…",
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        "published": "2026-10-12T06:54:07.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "RTHK News",
        "title": "RTHK to broadcast Asian Para Games",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/rthk-to-broadcast-asian-para-games-13916112",
        "published": "2026-10-12T08:34:47.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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