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Cover Story
Periscope: Falling sperm counts
In 1992, a report indicated that the sperm counts of men had dropped 41 percent in the past 50 years. Doctors are trying to explain the drop and seeking remedies for it.

Pollution in all spheres
Many chemicals in the environment affect sperm counts. Dioxin is one of them.

Possibility of human extinction
With falling sperm counts, is there a possibility that human beings will become extinct?
CAMPUS LIFE
Students doubt calibre of part-time instructors at universities
The professional qualifications of part-time instructors are an issue among students. These instructors excel in practical skills, but not theory.
SOCIAL ISSUES
The fall in the income ceiling
The monthly income limit for Home Ownership Scheme applicants will be reduced to $25,000 this month. Opinions on this policy are greatly divided.
PEOPLE
Winifred Lai: Quest for self-discovery
The unconventional Winifred explains that she tries new stuff from time to time due to her quest for the best and her curiosity. She has undergone a self-discovery exploration.
Bowie: A tough army jeep

Bowie Lam compares himself to an army jeep that can overcome all obstacles.
PHOTO FEATURES
Tae kwon do
Tae kwon do practitioners compete in the the 11th Inter-Universities and Colleges Tae Kwon Do Tournament.
EDUCATION
Green culture planted in schools
About 500 schools have become green schools. Students can cultivate land on school farms. In return, what they receive are satisfaction and fresh produce.
CHANNELS
Online comics
With lower production costs and higher quality images, online comics are expected to be more popular in the near future when broadband services boom.
CULTURE & LEISURE
Puppets — more than toys
Puppetry is a little known art form. Puppeteers tell of their experiences in mastering the art and compare Chinese and Western puppets.
Get the clapboard ready
Kids can be directors and cameramen by using Lego sets and their imaginations.
SCIENCE
Technology gives new life to cultural relics
A look at the preservation of relics by the Central Conservation Section.

 


Periscope: The crisis of falling sperm counts


People: Bowie Lam sees himself as a tough jeep


Photo Features: The 11th Inter-Universities and Colleges Tae Kwon Do Tournament Village