The Pulse

Liveable city: Walkability and conservation of heritage buildings in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s population and building density are among the highest anywhere in the world. According to government figures, we have 6,930 people per square kilometre. Every living and non-living thing is fighting for space. We build taller and live highe...

Hong Kong's new talent wave & discussion with Anthony Fung

The so-called Korean wave of popular entertainment, driven by South Korean movies, TV shows, and pop music, has been growing in influence across Asia since the 1980s. It has now burgeoned into being a global phenomenon fuelled by the internet and soci...

Gender and sexuality inclusivity in Hong Kong discussion: Eunice Yung, Dennis Philipse, and Suen Yiu

June is marked by large numbers of people around the world as “Pride Month”. This event is celebrated by members of the LGBTQ+ community and many others as a positive affirmation of diversity and an assertion of equality under the law for everyone, reg...

Interview with Ivan Hung on Covid-19 vaccines & local tours resume

Despite the fact that in Hong Kong Covid-19 vaccinations are easily accessible and free, the vaccination programme, launched more than three months ago, has resulted in only about 24% of the total population receiving a first dose, with just 17% being ...

Renaming of Liberal Studies to Citizenship & Social Development discussion: Lau Chi-pang of CDC-HKEA

Liberal Studies was introduced in Hong Kong in 2009 as one of four senior secondary core subjects. The first liberal studies examinations were held in 2012. When introducing the subject, the government said its goals were to equip future generations “...