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Hong Kong should not ‘localise’ native English teachers
Readers discuss how the Native-speaking English Teacher Scheme is failing to serve students, Christmas decorations in Hong Kong, and the lack thereof.
24 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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For Hong Kong’s new medical school to succeed, experience is vital
23 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong youth
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Give young Hongkongers room for failure
22 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong economy
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Why Southeast Asia is a better bet for Hong Kong tourism
Readers discuss the lacklustre recovery in tourism, why Hongkongers are being lured to KK Park in Myanmar, and the battle for the Global South.
21 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
Tourists visit Lion’s Point View Pavilion at The Peak in 2023. Photo: Sam Tsang
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Why Trump 2.0 shows dangerous signs of failing
Readers discuss the trouble with leaders who value loyalty over ability, the problem facing successful Asian countries, and economic fate.
20 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong society
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Hong Kong could try an evolved approach to workfare, like Singapore
Readers discuss unemployment support, the call for ‘integration’, and the current sad state of the Airport Express.
19 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong tourism
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Where is our uniquely Hong Kong panda character?
Readers discuss the need for Hong Kong-specific tourist experiences, a happy outcome to a mountain emergency, and regulation of arcade machines.
18 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
Panda sculptures are displayed at Hong Kong International Airport for the launch of a panda-themed exhibition on December 2. Photo: AP
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Hong Kong mustn’t rush to establish a third medical school
Readers discuss the risks of starting another medical school, officials’ job performance, the quality of life in the city, and esteem for Jesus Christ.
17 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Ethnic minorities in Hong Kong
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‘Ethnic minority problems’ are really education and poverty problems
Readers discuss the negative stereotypes associated with Hongkongers of South Asian origin, a stumbling block in a controversial housing plan, and China’s automation.
16 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Relax, ‘brain rot’ is just a novel expression of youthful rebellion
Readers discuss the angst over ‘brain rot’ social media, a former lawmaker’s fraud conviction, improving sex education in schools and Russia’s right to defend itself.
15 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong tourism
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Ocean Park’s financial woes need a better solution than more grants
Readers discuss the hope for reinvention of a Hong Kong icon, the long wait for the South Island line extension, and Lithuania’s diplomatic spat with China.
14 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
Dancers perform during the media preview of a summer festival at Ocean Park’s Water World on June 27. Photo: Sam Tsang
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Hong Kong courts
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Call to overturn Hong Kong court ruling on gay rights is frivolous
Readers discuss a lawmaker’s disregard for the principle of judicial independence, humane treatment of monkeys in a local zoo, and Joe Biden pardoning his son Hunter.
13 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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US-China relations
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US, China would benefit from having Musk as unofficial envoy
Readers discuss the role the billionaire businessman could play, addressing bias against ethnic minorities, the welcome decline in student withdrawals and Australia’s social media ban for children.
13 Dec 2024 - 12:56PM
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Hong Kong economy
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Hong Kong’s civil servants shouldn’t be target of misplaced frustrations
Readers discuss a suggestion to cut or freeze civil servants’ pay, a challenge in telling good Hong Kong stories, our addiction to smartphones, and holding Israel to account for the Gaza war.
11 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong society
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Old names of Hong Kong’s new pandas suit them best
Readers discuss the naming of the bears gifted by Beijing, and an alternative to the city’s branding slogan.
10 Dec 2024 - 2:30PM
Giant panda An An in its enclosure at Ocean Park on December 8. Photo: Edmond So
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Hong Kong environmental issues
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Hong Kong must watch out for dangers of black plastic
Readers discuss recent research on flame retardants in plastic products, and the suicide prevention system for students.
10 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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US Politics
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Biden pardoned his son. Should Trump be pardoned?
Readers discuss the use of presidential pardons as a tool of reconciliation, the challenge of fostering sense of community and Australia’s social media ban.
9 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Education in Hong Kong
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Yidan Prize laureate shows the power of digital education
Readers discuss the two lessons for Hong Kong educators, elderly couples renewing their marriage vows, sexual harassment at music festivals, and improvements for weather service.
8 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong students sit for the DSE Chinese-language exam at a Tai Po school on April 11. Hong Kong should consider transitioning the paper-based DSE examinations to digital formats. Photo: Handout
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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals
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Hong Kong’s third medical school must have sizeable teaching hospital
Readers discuss a vital resource for medical training, Hong Kong’s healthcare priorities and the need for vigilance over property transactions.
7 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong society
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Pet-friendly bus route should prompt owners to obey rules
Readers discuss responsible pet ownership, the benefits of easing the path to tax residency in Hong Kong, and Russia’s rationale for attacking Ukraine.
6 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong environmental issues
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No global plastic treaty yet, but Hong Kong has work to do
Readers discuss the imperative of passing local legislation to curb plastic use, the authority vested in Malaysia’s Conference of Rulers, and the danger of narrow pavements.
5 Dec 2024 - 11:30AM
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