A Brewing Cultural War
I have lived in Hong Kong since I was born.
Throughout this time, I always thought my hometown was really a diverse and intriguing place....
Waiting for the Green Leap Forward
Hong Kong experienced its hottest summer last year since Hong Kong Observatory records began in 1884. This January was the wettest since records began...
Localisms – Editor’s Note
Localisms Across the Spectrum
Without a doubt, the most eye-catching news of September’s Legislative Council election was the victory of six young non-establishment lawmakers who...
20 Years Later – Editor’s Note
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover and transition from a British colony to a special administrative region of the People’s...
Democracy in China’s Shadow
Just before the autumn term began, the National People’s Congress Standing Committee (NPCSC) announced its framework for the Chief Executive election in 2017. The...
Information to Opinion
Living in a materialistic modern society, we believe our life is constructed by things we can see, hear and touch. Many of us are...
November 2017 – Editor’s note
Few of us pay much attention to prisons and prisoners. But this year has seen a number of prominent figures put behind bars. Former...
Civic Awakening – Editor’s Note
When police cleared, Causeway Bay, the last of the occupied areas, in December, the 79-day Occupy Movement finally drew to a close. The occupation...
Labour Pains – Editor’s Note
From the era when Hong Kong was a centre of industry and manufacturing to today’s service economy, the plight of Hong Kong’s workers has...
Reimagining Public Space – Editor’s Note
Public space is a crucial element of a city’s liveability. In crowded Hong Kong, where land is maximised for commercial and residential use, the...
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Periscope April 2018 – Turbulence Ahead?
Hong Kong's status as a regional and international aviation centre and hub has long been a source of pride to the city's residents. But...
Getting on the flight path
Hong Kong's status as an aviation centre is enshrined in the Basic Law, but over the years, aviation education and training have lagged behind, exacerbating a labour shortage problem. With a huge expected increase in demand for manpower after the third runway is built, what's being done to catch up?
Cabin Crew Blues
As airlines cut costs in the face of the fierce competition, front-line staff have to put up with heavier workloads and frustrated customers. We talk to flight attendants and ground-handling workers about their working conditions.
