CLP revises plan for power station

CLP Power has revised its development plan for the Black Point Power Station in the New Territories to building only one generating set. In the previous design two sets were planned. The power grid said the new arrangement would be able to meet requirements set by the government that 50 percent of the city's electricity should be generated by natural gas in 2020. Construction is set to start in the second half of next year.

Police prepare for World Cup qualifier

An estimated 1,200 police officers are going to be deployed to maintain order during a World Cup qualifier between Hong Kong and the national team this evening. Some 20 armed officers will guard against conflicts between fans from both sides. Security will also be tightened, with fans set to go through three rounds of checks. Police will watch for potential protests in the city.

Queen Mary gets transplant tech

Queen Mary Hospital has imported two sets of new technology for lung transplant surgeries. They will help mend damaged lungs and reduce patients' waiting times. The hospital hopes the new technology will encourage more people to become donors. Up until October this year, 11 lung transplants were conducted in the city. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the world's first successful lung transplant.

Soft drinks sugar warning

The Consumer Council and the Centre for Food Safety urged people to pay attention to how much sugar popular soft drinks contain. They tested 140 products such as soya bean milk, and drinks with fruit, honey or syrup. They found that about 30 percent contain high levels of sugar. The council warned that a high intake of sugar can cause diabetes. According to the Department of Health, diabetes is a major killer in Hong Kong, ranking No 10 among the city's commonest causes of death.

China Daily

(HK Edition 11/17/2015 page7)