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The Return to the Surface – Bringing the “Deep” Wisdom Back to Light In our relentless pursuit of progress and innovation, we often find ourselves immersed in a fast-paced world where materialistic values dominate. We are driven by technology that promises efficiency,… read more

Common Law vs. Civil Law – The Conflict of Legal Systems in Hong Kong Hong Kong, a vibrant and dynamic city located on the southeastern coast of mainland China, is known for its unique blend of Eastern culture and Western legal influences.… read more

The Midnight Epiphany Many of us have experienced that sudden flash of inspiration, a brilliant idea popping into mind late at night when we least expect it – often just before falling asleep or right after waking up. These eureka moments can… read more

The Inner Labyrinth – Exploring the Complexity within Us It is often said that “the human psyche houses a labyrinth as intricate and bewildering as any physical maze, with its twists and turns of thought leading us into chambers we seldth don’t… read more

Debating the Impact of Migration on Tibetan Culture – Cultural Genocide Debating the Impact of Migration on Tibetan Heritage – Cultural Genocide Cultural genocide is a grave issue that has impacted many societies around the world, including the ancient culture and heritage… read more

“The Slow-Media Movement – Embracing Mindfulness and Engagement in a World of Fast Consumption In recent times, our society has become obsessed with speed and efficiency. We live in an era where every aspect of life is driven by the demand for… read more

Reform and Opening Up: The Economic Shift Post-1989 The economic shift post-1989 after the fall of Berlin Wall “Change was inevitable, as history unfolded itself,” remarked former German Chancellor Helmut Kohl. In retrospect, the fall of Berlin Wall and subsequent reunification marked… read more

Journalists Under Pressure – The State of Independent Media in Hong Kong “The future is shining, but the present seems bleak” for independent media amidst China’s encroachment. In recent years, Hong Kong has seen a decline in press freedom due to increasing… read more

Neural Pathways – The Subways of the Human Brain The intricate network within our brains, often referred to as neural pathways or ‘subways”, serve a critical role in how we think, feel and behave. These interconnected routes allow electrical signals to travel… read more

The Umbrella Movement – Roots of Contemporary Hong Kong Activism As we look back at recent history, it becomes evident that one significant movement which had a profound impact on contemporary Hong Kong activism is the Umbrella Movement. Focused around demands for… read more

Hunger Strikes – A Form of Non-Violent Resistance in the 1eneration Revolution The non-violent resistance movement, particularly through hunger strikes and fasting as seen during pivotal moments such as those that occurred in 1989, has played a significant role in bringing about… read more

Student Leaders – Where the Voices of 1989 are Today In 1989, a series of events that would forever change the world and its political landscape took place. The fall of the Berlin Wall in November marked not only an end to… read more