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China-UK relations
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UK needs an independent China policy, not just a Trump hedge
Readers discuss the British prime minister’s visit to Beijing, allies drifting away from Washington, and the blame game over narcotics.
8 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
Mental health
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Student wellbeing is not a problem easily solved with AI
7 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong economy
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Tax companies that deploy AI, save Hong Kong graduates
6 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong transport
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Just how risky is riding a bus in Hong Kong? Let’s do the maths
Readers discuss the odds of bus accidents, practical implementation of seat belt regulations, and the importance of user acceptance testing.
5 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
A student tugs at a seat belt on a double-decker bus in Tuen Mun on January 26. Photo: Dickson Lee
China-UK relations
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How Hong Kong can help cement the UK-China relationship
Readers discuss Hong Kong’s role within a ‘sophisticated’ UK-China relationship, the reason pet rental exists, and the U-turn on seat belts.
4 Feb 2026 - 11:31AM
Hong Kong economy
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Hong Kong’s economic comeback is the best answer to its critics
Readers discuss the renewed global interest in Hong Kong, and the British prime minister’s visit to China.
3 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
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Banking & finance
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As US dollar weakens, time to rethink Hong Kong dollar peg?
Readers discuss the dollar peg amid geopolitical volatility, an AI proposal for student well-being, public reactions to bus seat belts, and the viability of the cinema industry.
2 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
The yuan is increasingly being used in global trade finance, while the US president seemingly favours a weak dollar to remedy trade imbalances. Photo: dpa
Greenland
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What an image of Trump and a penguin reveals about the White House
Readers discuss an elementary error by the US administration, a high-profile free solo climb, and phone addiction.
1 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
Fashion
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Don’t be too quick to call brands out on cultural appropriation
Readers discuss the use of Chinese stylistic elements in fashion, a Malaysian corruption trial, and a new trade pact.
31 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Education in Hong Kong
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PhD fellowship scheme holds a key to Hong Kong’s education hub dream
Readers discuss the experience of international PhD students in Hong Kong, hospital fees, and Mark Carney’s Davos speech.
30 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong police
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Kudos to Hong Kong police negotiators for listening and saving lives
Readers discuss the professionalised empathy of the Police Negotiation Cadre, measures against online scalping, and the use of public swimming pools.
29 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Trainees with the Police Negotiation Cadre practise negotiating with a man through an interpreter in 2023. Photo: Elson LI
Hong Kong environmental issues
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Time to update Hong Kong’s wildlife protection law
Readers discuss stronger legal teeth for wildlife protection, ear acupuncture, and ethical evolution.
28 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
China's population
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Fewer newborns in China may point to a more humane future
Readers discuss why a shrinking population is not a policy failure, and the bottled water procurement scandal.
27 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong society
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Vulnerable families in Hong Kong simply must master Cantonese
Readers discuss the transformative power of a trilingual skill set, public awareness of the shark fin problem, and how to increase public participation in recycling.
27 Jan 2026 - 9:49AM
Science
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Moving to Mars? First, bring the human ego under control
Readers discuss why humanity needs to manage the forces within rather than change planets, and the problem with delegating work to machines.
25 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
SpaceX’s Starship lifts off during a flight test in Boca Chica, Texas in 2024. Photo: Reuters
2025 Cambodia-Thailand conflict
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When conflicts disrupt education, societies lose
Readers discuss education for crisis-affected children, how Donald Trump is reshaping global politics, and the truth about Europe.
24 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong society
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What Hong Kong’s abuse reporting law means for child-facing professionals
Readers discuss the implications of the new law, and support for sexual minority rights.
23 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
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Hong Kong fires and safety
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Hong Kong should build a lasting foundation for stronger fire safety
Readers discuss ways to enhance an inspection operation, the survival of cinemas, and the plight of subdivided-flat tenants.
22 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
A fire service installation around a building in Sai Ying Pun on December 3. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy
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Will the coming Hong Kong budget be on ordinary people’s wavelength?
Readers discuss the concerns of Hongkongers ahead of the budget, animal adoption, and seat belt rules.
21 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong society
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Prioritise scam victims’ well-being in fighting transnational cybercrime
Readers discuss how to better address internet scams, fire safety tips, and the charms of Shenzhen.
20 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Donald Trump
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Trump’s multilateral retreat gives China mixed opportunities
Readers discuss the US’ pull-out from 66 international organisations, Trumponomics, and Hong Kong’s appeal as a financial centre.
19 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong society
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As robots do more work, here is why humans need to play
Readers discuss the increasing importance of leisure, a Hong Kong story, and a new hit film.
18 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
A man sets off fireworks to celebrate New Year on the beach in Houhai village, Hainan on January 1. Photo: EPA
Ethnic minorities in Hong Kong
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South Asians have a unique place in Hong Kong
Readers discuss early settlers in Hong Kong, small businesses in Venezuela, and Donald Trump’s ‘morality’.
17 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong
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Hong Kong has what it takes to run a bigger tennis tournament
Readers discuss the possibility of a unified Hong Kong tennis open, how to improve the co-location arrangement for passengers, and a pragmatic approach to marriage equality.
16 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Japan
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Japan should put more eggs in the renewable basket
Readers discuss Japan’s energy strategy, and how Hong Kong can do better on paper and plastic bottle recycling.
15 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
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