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27/03/2024

【Job Hunt woes for Hong Kong Expats?】
Once considered a career paradise for expats, the job landscape in Hong Kong is undergoing significant changes as a result of the evolving markets and shifting target audiences. This begs the question: What implications does this hold for expats? Do they still envision a future for themselves in Hong Kong?
Location: Central, HongKong
Street Interview Date: 16th March 2024

Once considered a career paradise for expats, the job landscape in Hong Kong is undergoing significant changes as a result of the evolving markets and shifti...

08/03/2024

The presence of AI in our daily lives is indisputable, permeating every aspect of our existence like a staple diet. However, it is crucial to consider the in...

09/09/2023

Which is worse in China, Single, Married, or Divorced? | Marriage pressure in China

“When will you get married?” is probably one of the most dreaded questions in China, where the dating scene is complicated amid falling marriage rates and increasing divorce rates. We asked different people in Hong Kong for their views on relationships. In this video, we also take you to China’s Hangzhou, to see if young people there face similar pressures on getting married as China’s marriage rate drops to an all-time low.

“When will you get married?” is probably one of the most dreaded questions in China, where the dating scene is complicated amid falling marriage rates and in...

21/08/2023

Plagiarism? Widening the wealth gap? Driving people out of jobs? These are just some of the many questions and concerns amid the rise of AI (artificial intelligence) and AI tools that are easily accessible. To find out what people think, we asked different people in Hong Kong about their thoughts and how AI softwares have been shaping their lives in this digital age.

Plagiarism? Widening the wealth gap? Driving people out of jobs? These are just some of the many questions and concerns amid the rise of AI (artificial intel...

25/06/2023

Never call James Marlow a “foreigner”. The founder of an environmental protection NGO finds that label offensive
for someone who considers Hong Kong home. For the past four years, James has been dedicating his time
to promoting green initiatives through his charity “Green Hour” such as by hosting regular beach clean-ups and distributing surplus food to the needy.
This is his story.

Never call James Marlow a “foreigner”. The founder of an environmental protection NGO finds that label offensive for someone who considers Hong Kong home. Fo...

29/04/2023

【Startup | “Dare to Try”: Disrupting the logistics sector with technology】
https://youtu.be/S-y8R9ksrC0
Logistics has long been a traditional industry with set procedures and protocols. But does it mean it can’t be modernized? Not according to two young men in Hong Kong who are determined to bring this logistic sector up-to-date with the help of an app called Spaceship which promises to make the lives of everyone from individual users, to e-commerce players, to enterprises easier!

Logistics has long been a traditional industry with set procedures and protocols. But does it mean it can’t be modernized? Not according to two young men in ...

21/04/2023

【Hong Kong Artist Repaints Kombucha Scenery with the Real Deal】
A Hong Kong flight attendant-turned-urban sketcher used his paintbrush to keep a record of the city's vanishing crafts and culture. From painting Hong Kong's old craftsmen, Alvin Lam also became a craftsman himself, founding a kombucha brand. Alvin met his business partner Ash while he was painting on the street one day......

A Hong Kong flight attendant-turned-urban sketcher used his paintbrush to keep a record of the city's vanishing crafts and culture. From painting Hong Kong's...

07/04/2023

Hong Kong is back ?! Is it true?
After three years of COVID, Hong Kong has finally allowed restriction-free travel for all people coming to the city. Last weekend, we saw the first major international event held in the city after COVID - the Rugby Sevens with tourists from all over the world pouring into Hong Kong. So after three years, is Hong Kong still the shining Pearl of the Orient that everyone remembers it to be or has it changed? Let’s see what the tourists think.

After three years of COVID, Hong Kong has finally allowed restriction-free travel for all people coming to the city. Last weekend, we saw the first major int...

01/04/2023

Behind the Mic| Russell Wait: A veteran voice talent in Hong Kong
Join us in this exclusive interview with Russell Wait, a seasoned voice talent who has made his mark in the competitive voice acting industry of Hong Kong. In this insightful conversation, we delve into the world of voice-over and dubbing and explore the essential skills and qualities needed to succeed as a top-notch artist.

Join us in this exclusive interview with Russell Wait, a seasoned voice talent who has made his mark in the competitive voice acting industry of Hong Kong. I...

08/03/2023

【Women's Priorities | Money or Love? What Matters More for Women?】
The million-dollar question: Would you choose love or money? In this modern age, both men and women are asking themselves where their priority lies especially in a capitalist society like Hong Kong. On March 8, Women’s Day, we took to the streets to ask women in Hong Kong what choice they would make and why? Let's go and find out what matters more for these women.

The million-dollar question: Would you choose love or money? In this modern age, both men and women are asking themselves where their priority lies especiall...

03/03/2023

【The Wandering Earth 2: Bringing Chinese film making to the next level?】
See how people reacted to China's Latest Blockbuster "The Wandering Earth 2", a prequel to the Wandering Earth, which is the most influential Chinese sci-fi film ever. It has enjoyed quite a success, earning a total of $502 million since its release at the end of January to early February in China. So what has made this film so popular? Is it the storyline? Is it the effects? To gain insight into the film's appeal, we hit the streets to see how people are reacting to it.

See how people reacted to China's Latest Blockbuster "The Wandering Earth 2", a prequel to the Wandering Earth, which is the most influential Chinese sci-fi...

02/03/2023

【Dragon and Phoenix: A restaurant with specialty pot dishes and endless memories of the 70s and 80s】
Hong Kong is said to be one of the most competitive landscapes for eateries so what does it take to make a restaurant stand out? " I have very deep memories of Hong Kong in the 70s and 80s... and the origin of the name Lung Fung (Dragon and Phoenix) is basically a blessing to Hong Kong and a reminiscence of that period. "The founder of Lung Fung (Dragon and Phoenix) Chicken hot pot says it’s all about making “customers remember they spent time” in your restaurant. The interior décor plays a major role in this restaurant, not to mention their specialty chicken pots which consist of a combination of ingredients you would never think of!

Hong Kong is said to be one of the most competitive landscapes for eateries so what does it take to make a restaurant stand out? " I have very deep memories...

14/02/2023

【Valentine’s Day | Do women Love it or loathe it?】
Valentine's Day can be a source of both joy and frustration for many women, and we wanted to explore this love-hate relationship further. Do women really love the Valentine's day? With the holiday just around the corner, we asked women in Hong Kong to share their thoughts on the occasion. In this video, they discuss some of their most memorable Valentine’s Day experiences and what they believe makes a truly sweet gift.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we asked different women in Hong Kong what they think of the occasion. In this video, they shared some of their ...

10/02/2023

"I came here with two luggage because I thought it was quite easy as a few years and I will be back in my country like everybody...“ Antonino is an Italian and he came to Hong Kong because of a job opportunity 9 years ago, he never thought this movement change his life forever. In 2016, he met a lovely Hong Kong girl and fell in love with her, "Hong Kong gave me something much more important than my career". Let's follow his journey and see why he doesn't want to go back to Italy.

"I came here with two luggage because I thought it was quite easy as a few years and I will be back in my country like everybody...“ Antonino is an Italian a...

04/02/2023

【After eviction, 70-year old traditional handmade Mahjong artisan hopes to carry on his craft in Hong Kong】
Biu Kee Mahjong（標記麻雀）, skirting a stairway of an old building in Jordan, Hong Kong, is where “Uncle King” (景叔) made his living most of his life crafting traditional handmade Mahjong tiles. He’s among a handful of artisans left in Hong Kong.

But he has been forced to evict by the end of October 2022. Although facing the possibility of his craft going extinct, he says on social media he still would like to “carry on carving tiles”, until he is too old to do it, "It's a passion of mine and I don't want to end this in my generation".

Despite the overwhelming financial hardships of his craft, what makes him want to continue? The main angle we want to ask is: Is there a place left for his type of traditional Mahjong handicraft in today’s modern 21st-century society, where fewer and fewer people desire traditional handcraft mahjong? Is there any future interest in protecting his traditional Mahjong craft?

【After eviction, 70-year old traditional handmade Mahjong artisan hopes to carry on his craft in Hong Kong】Biu Kee Mahjong（標記麻雀）, skirting a stairway of an o...

03/02/2023

【Gender equality and Sexual liberation | What problems do women face in Hong Kong? | Spotlight】
"No matter how they look at my hair or my body, I just don't feel comfortable."
"I'm a mother, they encourage me to have kids, but who is going to take care of the kids?"
"Why so many male pilots?
"Stubborn people think that they are open-minded."
Those are the questions reflecting the development of feminism and gender equality in Hong Kong. Women's Festival 2022 was held during this month, which is the only festival in Hong Kong dedicated to celebrating the power and beauty of women.
In this Spotlight, we have invited the co-founder of WFHK Sonia and Vera, plus-size model Lezlie, and illustrator Canaan to evaluate gender equality and sexual liberation in Hong Kong, and of course the wishes for this homeland.
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"No matter how they look at my hair or my body, I just don't feel comfortable." "I'm a mother, they encourage me to have kids, but who is going to take care ...

02/02/2023

【Why do young Hong Kong people feel hopeless? 】
Do young generation feel hopeless in Hong Kong? A youth organization released a study report on June 3, 2022, “Young Hongkongers’ Vision for Hong Kong’s Future.” The results show what young Hongkongers expect the new government can do for them. Solving youth housing is the most urgent at 45 percent, followed by, listening to youth voices at 35.3 percent, and mending its relationship with the young people of Hong Kong.
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Do young generation feel hopeless in Hong Kong? A youth organization released a study report on June 3, 2022, “Young Hongkongers’ Vision for Hong Kong’s Futu...

30/01/2023

【How do people react to the LGBT community in Hong Kong?】
As the world continues to strive for equality, Hong Kong is doing its part as well.
While homosexuality was illegal in Hong Kong until 30 years ago, the city has slowly moving towards equality for same-sex couples. For example, a court ruled last year that same-sex parents can now apply for equal parental rights over their children in Hong Kong.
This seems like a big step but is it enough? Let's ask people in Hong Kong.
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As the world continues to strive for equality, Hong Kong is doing its part as well. While homosexuality was illegal in Hong Kong until 30 years ago, the city...

29/01/2023

【How are expats coping in the world's most expensive city?】
Hong Kong has recently been ranked as the world’s most expensive city for expats to live, according to a study released in June 2022 by human resources consultancy Mercer. We asked foreign workers in this city how they feel about living costs in this expensive city.

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Hong Kong has recently been ranked as the world’s most expensive city for expats to live, according to a study released in June 2022 by human resources consu...

13/01/2023

【Clash of powers: will China and the US go to war? | Hong Kong x Beijing Street Interview】
The war between the US and China remains a possibility? Which country will be the number one in the future? The world witness growing tensions between China and the US in the last few years with the relationship between these two world powers reaching its lowest point in decades over issues such as trade and Taiwan. Recently the President Biden and President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the G20 summit but will this much-anticipated meeting cool the tensions that had seemed to be close to boiling over?
Let's ask people in Hong Kong and Beijing and find out what do they think of the latest news between China and the US.

【China-US Relationship 2022 | Clash of powers: will China and the US go to war? Will China surpass the US?】The war between the US and China remains a possibi...

11/01/2023

【Asia’s top financial hub – Singapore or Hong Kong?】
The rivalry between Singapore and Hong Kong never ceases and is made more apparent during the pandemic as both places race to attract global talent and investment. Will Hong Kong ever bounce back to regain its number one spot as Asia’s top financial hub after losing to Singapore in the latest Global Financial Centres Index? How will the Chinese city benefit from national policies announced in the 20th Communist Party Congress? Can Hong Kong make a comeback?
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The rivalry between Singapore and Hong Kong never ceases and is made more apparent during the pandemic as both places race to attract global talent and inves...

10/01/2023

【Are Hong Kong Youth "Lying Flat"? Is the "Lion Rock Spirit" fading in Hong Kong?】
Many teenagers in Hong Kong today are lying flat because they want to experience a holistic lifestyle rather than bury themselves in a mountain of textbooks and knowledge. However, the traditional Hong Kongers pride themselves on having the “Lion Rock Spirit” – a “can do” attitude and strong determination to improve their lives. We find out if locals remain driven at all costs or whether they prefer to slow down and join the “lying flat” movement.

Many teenagers in Hong Kong today are lying flat because they want to experience a holistic lifestyle rather than bury themselves in a mountain of textbooks ...

07/01/2023

【Foreigners explain why is Hong Kong's transport the best in the world?】
It is said that there are 12.6 million passenger journeys are made on public transport daily in Hong Kong, which accounts for up to 90% of all daily journeys – the highest rate of any city in the world. Despite the city’s high density and lack of space, the transport network runs smoothly, and many foreigners are describing the Hong Kong transport system, which some have said is even the 'Best in the world.
Does it really live up to its name? Let's go find out.

It is said that there are 12.6 million passenger journeys are made on public transport daily in Hong Kong, which accounts for up to 90% of all daily journeys...

06/01/2023

【Raising children in Hong Kong – yes or no?】
Hong Kong’s fertility rate has been birth rate has been declining continually over the last five years, people in Hong Kong is hesitating to raise children. Over the last five years, the number of births declined from 59,500 between mid-2016 and mid-2017 to 35,100 between mid-2021 and mid-2022. In fact the birth rate in 2021 was the lowest on record going back to 1971. Some attribute the plunge in births in the recent two years to the outbreak of COVID-19 since early 2020. But what are the other reasons making Hong Kong’s younger generation hesitant in having children even as Hong Kong is ranked as one of the top 100 cities to live in by some media. Let’s find out.

Hong Kong’s fertility rate has been birth rate has been declining continually over the last five years, people in Hong Kong is hesitating to raise children. ...

30/12/2022

【To stay or Leave? What do young people in Hong Kong think of their future?】
A 2021 survey polled 803 Hong Kong residents aged 15 to 30 on emigration, and close to 60% of those surveyed said they would leave if given the option. While the new Hong Kong chief executive becomes the new leader of this city, what do the young people in Hong Kong think of their future? Have they lost hope?
Let's see what they talk.
https://youtu.be/1FhUOE8Wl8w

A 2021 survey polled 803 Hong Kong residents aged 15 to 30 on emigration, and close to 60% of those surveyed said they would leave if given the option. Whil...

29/12/2022

Stories of HK | Why is Hong Kong book fair so popular to citizens over 30 years?
In this digital age, it's rare to see people reading books.
But here in Hong Kong, books seem far from a dying art, at least for these people who flocked to the annual Book Fair.
The Hong Kong Book Fair this year leverages on the theme 'Reading the World: Stories of Hong Kong' to bring readers to travel through time and space, savouring countless Hong Kong stories.About 850,000 people in total visited, the event’s organiser has said, accounting for a slight increase from the number of attendees last year.
https://youtu.be/hcKrcvpy8hA

In this digital age, it's rare to see people reading books. But here in Hong Kong, books seem far from a dying art, at least for these people who flocked to ...

27/12/2022

What do foreigners think of learning Cantonese in Hong Kong? Is it important to learn Cantonese?
In Hong Kong, Cantonese is a lively dialect that is as dynamic as the city and is alive. When Hong Kong was returned from the UK to China in 1997, only a quarter of the population spoke Mandarin. However, within these years, some locals and foreigners choose to leave, and more young people start to learn Mandarin, is the importance of Cantonese declining in HK? Let's see what the foreigners think of it.

In Hong Kong, Cantonese is a lively dialect that is as dynamic as the city and is alive. When Hong Kong was returned from the UK to China in 1997, only a qua...

26/12/2022

How to manage your mental health?
The Pandemic Raised Mental Health Awareness. Ever heard of PUA? Yes – it means “Pick-Up Artists” which is widely associated with relationships, resorting to emotional manipulation to make others feel insecure and submit to what your demand. In mainland China, PUA also refers to manipulation in the workplace, where a boss will push or guilt their subordinates into performing better. What pressures do young people face in competitive cities like Hong Kong and Beijing? Why there are more and more people having mental health problems? What do they see as the best way to avoid or deal with mental health problems? Let's ask people in Hong Kong and Beijing.
https://youtu.be/YmLzwAOThIg

The Pandemic Raised Mental Health Awareness.Ever heard of PUA? Yes – it means “Pick-Up Artists” which is widely associated with relationships, resorting to e...

26/12/2022

Why do people in Hong Kong feel happier in 2022? - Happiness in Hong Kong
This year's HK.WeCARE Happiness Index showed people in Hong Kong are happier than 4 years ago. What makes people in Hong Kong happy - relationships, material wealth, cultivating better habits, upgrading their living environment, or spending more time with family? We ask people what makes them tick up on the happiness scale.
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This year's HK.WeCARE Happiness Index showed people in Hong Kong are happier than 4 years ago.What makes people in Hong Kong happy - relationships, material ...