https://www.scmp.com/rss/16109/feed Emily Tsang is the head of Young Post and Posties, two weekly publications dedicated to inspiring and empowering young readers. Previously, she served as the news editor at the Hong Kong desk and led City Weekend, an award-winning section that tackled current issues. In addition, Emily is a part-time lecturer at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) and a RISJ fellow at the University of Oxford. She was awarded the Asia Journalism Fellowship in 2022 and holds two master’s degrees, one... en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Hong Kong is one of the most vibrant, fast-paced and densely populated cities in the world. However, when it comes time to describe our unique city in an English composition, do you find yourself repeatedly using the same basic words like “busy”, “crowded” or “noisy”? To achieve high marks in your descriptive writing or other essays, you need a vocabulary that accurately captures the energy and complexity of city life. This week, we are enhancing your urban vocabulary. Here is your ultimate... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/everyday-english/article/3349634/6-words-about-city-life-enhance-your-english-vocabulary?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/everyday-english/article/3349634/6-words-about-city-life-enhance-your-english-vocabulary?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:14 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Between intense mock exams, extracurricular activities and social lives, being a student in Hong Kong is no easy task. While it is easy to say you feel stressed or want to relax, top-scoring English compositions require a bit more precision. This week on Word Up, we are upgrading your mental health-related vocabulary. Here are six useful terms to help you write thoughtfully about well-being, whether it is for a school debate or a personal reflection. Mindfulness noun Meaning: a mental state... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/language-tips/article/3346977/6-phrases-related-mental-well-being-express-stress-and-exhaustion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/language-tips/article/3346977/6-phrases-related-mental-well-being-express-stress-and-exhaustion?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:17 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang You could spend hours debating your favourite anime show or explaining why a new album is an absolute masterpiece. But when it comes to writing an English essay about it, do you find yourself stuck using the same boring words like “good”, “interesting” or “popular”? It’s time to upgrade your vocabulary. This week, we dive into the world of pop culture and reviews. These words and phrases can help you score top marks while writing about the media you enjoy. 1. Canon Meaning: the works of a... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/language-tips/article/3346339/5-phrases-writing-reviews-rave-about-your-favourite-book-movie-or-show?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/language-tips/article/3346339/5-phrases-writing-reviews-rave-about-your-favourite-book-movie-or-show?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:00:10 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Video games are no longer just a source of entertainment; they are also influencing our language. Even if you aren’t a gamer, video game slang is now part of our everyday conversations. Whether you’re talking about a slow day or a dull situation, there’s likely a gaming term that fits. However, these terms are not appropriate for formal settings, such as essays or emails to your teacher. So, the next time you feel tempted to use a gaming term in class, here are some alternatives you could... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/everyday-english/article/3343693/how-transform-6-video-game-terms-formal-vocabulary?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/everyday-english/article/3343693/how-transform-6-video-game-terms-formal-vocabulary?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:08 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang This Lunar New Year, we are welcoming the Year of the Horse. In Chinese culture, the horse is a symbol of energy, speed and success. Horses can be found everywhere in the English language, too. From describing how much you eat to telling someone to slow down, here are six horse-related idioms to help you race ahead of the competition. 1. Hold your horses Meaning: a fun way to tell someone to stop or wait. Back when horses pulled carriages, pulling back on the reins – the straps used to control... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/language-tips/article/3342083/welcome-year-horse-these-6-english-idioms?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/language-tips/article/3342083/welcome-year-horse-these-6-english-idioms?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Feb 2026 02:00:09 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Every week, Talking Points gives you a worksheet to practise your reading comprehension with exercises about the story we’ve written. Hong Kong actor Andrew Clifford Pong King-fung showcases his martial arts skills through his impressive leaps and stunts on screen. But beyond his performances, he is also dedicated to nurturing the next generation of martial artists and stunt professionals. Through his studio, he aims to honour the rich heritage of the city’s action and kung fu films while... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/worksheets/article/3341654/hong-kong-actor-andrew-pong-fosters-new-generation-martial-artists?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/worksheets/article/3341654/hong-kong-actor-andrew-pong-fosters-new-generation-martial-artists?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 01 Feb 2026 06:00:12 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Have you ever bitten into a cold, wet French fry? Or a piece of steak that was so tough your jaw hurt from chewing? If so, you know that the “mouthfeel” of food can make or break a meal. In Hong Kong, we are obsessed with food, so you need the right vocabulary to describe exactly what you are eating. Whether you are reviewing a new restaurant or just complaining about the canteen, here are five adjectives and one idiom to sharpen your food critic skills. Soggy This means to be unpleasantly wet... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/article/3341395/6-english-adjectives-and-idioms-help-you-talk-about-food?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/article/3341395/6-english-adjectives-and-idioms-help-you-talk-about-food?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:11 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Judges from an inaugural storytelling competition for global youth encouraged students to embrace their authenticity and manage their nerves, offering valuable advice on public speaking after crowning two champions from Hong Kong earlier this month. The tips followed the grand finale of the STANCE Storytelling Competition 2025 organised by the South China Morning Post and supported by Prudential Hong Kong. Vanessa Jane Wong, a Form Four student from the Independent Schools Foundation Academy,... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3340773/young-storytellers-shine-stance-competition-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3340773/young-storytellers-shine-stance-competition-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 23 Jan 2026 02:00:10 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang We often talk about working hard, studying late and chasing goals. But to be your best self, you also need to know when to stop. Sleep isn’t just “doing nothing”. It is the fuel that powers your brain, improves your mood and keeps you healthy. Whether you are building a better bedtime routine or just describing that amazing feeling of sleeping in on the weekend, you need the right vocabulary. Here are six idioms, adjectives and other phrases to use when you are ready to recharge your... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/everyday-english/article/3340711/talk-about-sweet-dreams-6-phrases-and-words-about-sleep?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/everyday-english/article/3340711/talk-about-sweet-dreams-6-phrases-and-words-about-sleep?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:05:09 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Two Hong Kong students secured championship titles on Saturday in the first storytelling competition for global youth, delivering impassioned speeches on education and AI before an audience of about 100 people. Vanessa Jane Wong, a Form Four pupil from the Independent Schools Foundation Academy, won the top award in the senior category, while Wan Ruixi, a Form Two student from Hong Kong University Graduate Association College, took the junior prize. Organised by the South China Morning Post and... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3340280/2-hong-kong-pupils-take-top-prizes-first-global-youth-storytelling-competition?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3340280/2-hong-kong-pupils-take-top-prizes-first-global-youth-storytelling-competition?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 17 Jan 2026 15:21:31 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Looking at some of the most popular books today, the broad genres of mystery, sci-fi and romance might feel outdated. Now, we are seeing the rise of “microgenres” that mix and match different elements to create unique storytelling styles. The explosion of these niche genres, largely thanks to the specific algorithms of Instagram and TikTok, is perhaps a reflection of the times we live in. Ready to update your book list? Here are five trending genres that prove reading is about more than just a... https://www.scmp.com/yp/trending/great-reads/article/3339709/5-trending-book-genres-reflect-times-we-live?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/trending/great-reads/article/3339709/5-trending-book-genres-reflect-times-we-live?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:30:09 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Amanda Leung Tsz-kiu, a Form Six student at Diocesan Girls’ School, made history last month when she was crowned champion in the Chromatic Harmonica Solo (Adult Category) at the World Harmonica Festival in Germany. Held from October 30 to November 1, the festival is often dubbed the “Olympics” of the harmonica world. The event originated in the 1950s in the German town of Trossingen and takes place every four years, attracting hundreds of elite competitors from around the globe. This year, the... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3337465/hong-kong-student-becomes-youngest-chromatic-harmonica-solo-champion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3337465/hong-kong-student-becomes-youngest-chromatic-harmonica-solo-champion?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Dec 2025 01:00:14 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Hong Kong Olympic medallist Siobhan Haughey and entrepreneur Joanna Hotung recently came together to share their thoughts about how reading creates human connection. They also urged students to prioritise deep reading over the convenience of artificial intelligence (AI). “AI can give you logic and something that is objective, but it really leaves a big part of the emotions out,” Haughey told students at the “Empower Through Reading” panel. The fireside chat was supported by Chanel. For Haughey,... https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/article/3336225/olympic-swimmer-siobhan-haughey-shares-why-ai-cant-replace-lessons-learned-reading?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/article/3336225/olympic-swimmer-siobhan-haughey-shares-why-ai-cant-replace-lessons-learned-reading?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 14 Dec 2025 23:00:20 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Hong Kong Olympic medallist Siobhan Haughey and entrepreneur Joanna Hotung recently came together to champion the enduring power and irreplaceable human connection of reading, urging students to prioritise deep reading over the convenience of artificial intelligence (AI). “AI can give you logic and something that is objective, but it really leaves a big part of the emotions out,” Haughey said during the “Empower Through Reading” panel, a fireside chat supported by Chanel that brought together... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3336195/hong-kong-olympic-champion-siobhan-haughey-shares-why-ai-cant-replace-connection-reading?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3336195/hong-kong-olympic-champion-siobhan-haughey-shares-why-ai-cant-replace-connection-reading?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 14 Dec 2025 23:00:13 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Hong Kong educators are encouraged to move beyond traditional assessments and focus on cultivating creativity, integrity and authenticity to prepare students for an AI-driven future, university leaders told a forum on Tuesday. Speaking at the fourth annual Hong Kong Principals’ Forum, organised by the South China Morning Post, experts agreed that while technology evolves, the core human values required for success remain unchanged. The event, themed “Reimagining Tomorrow’s Success for the Next... https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/education/article/3336015/hong-kong-principals-forum-brings-together-educators-across-greater-bay-area?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/education/article/3336015/hong-kong-principals-forum-brings-together-educators-across-greater-bay-area?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:20:51 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang A dedicated “Study in Hong Kong” week will be held in February to showcase the city’s strengths as an international education hub, a minister has said. Secretary for Education Christine Choi Yuk-lin was speaking on Tuesday at the fourth annual Principals’ Forum, organised by the South China Morning Post under the theme “Reimagining Tomorrow’s Success for the Next Generation”. The event brought together around 300 primary and secondary school heads from across the Greater Bay Area to exchange... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3335749/city-host-study-hong-kong-week-enhance-role-global-education-hub?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3335749/city-host-study-hong-kong-week-enhance-role-global-education-hub?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:49:03 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Every week, Talking Points gives you a worksheet to practise your reading comprehension with exercises about the story we’ve written. Imagine standing in front of an Egyptian pharaoh’s statue that is three metres tall. This statue survived more than 3,300 years of desert heat and being stolen by tomb robbers. You can now see it in Hong Kong for the first time. Mummies and other treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb are now at the Hong Kong Palace Museum. The exhibition is called “Ancient Egypt... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/worksheets/article/3334153/egyptian-treasures-display-hong-kong-palace-museum?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/worksheets/article/3334153/egyptian-treasures-display-hong-kong-palace-museum?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 29 Nov 2025 06:00:14 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Before you read Played on a badminton-sized court with smooth paddles that hit a hollow plastic ball over a net, pickleball is an emerging sport that is gaining traction in Hong Kong. Pickleball is one of the world’s fastest-growing sports, thanks to how accessible it is for anyone to pick up and the social interaction it offers for players of all ages. Kai Yip Recreation Centre in Kowloon Bay transformed into a sea of pickleball paddles and plastic balls on Sunday, as more than 700 Hong... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/sports/article/3334237/about-780-hong-kong-youth-smash-record-bouncing-pickleballs-paddles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/sports/article/3334237/about-780-hong-kong-youth-smash-record-bouncing-pickleballs-paddles?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:45:11 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang With the National Games in full swing, it’s the perfect time to upgrade your vocabulary so you can describe your favourite sports with ease. Here are some common English terms and idioms related to athletics and teamwork. Sportsmanship noun Meaning: fair, generous and respectful behaviour towards your opponents, especially in defeatExample: Despite losing the match, the fencer showed great sportsmanship by warmly congratulating his opponent. Endurance noun Meaning: the ability to keep doing... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/everyday-english/article/3332331/game-7-english-words-and-phrases-related-sports-and-competitions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/everyday-english/article/3332331/game-7-english-words-and-phrases-related-sports-and-competitions?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:30:09 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Twenty outstanding Hong Kong pupils received top honours at the 44th Student of the Year Awards, with a ceremony held on Saturday morning at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Austin Leung Ngo-hei, from Diocesan Boys’ School, won the grand prize for driving positive change through STEAM innovations in robotics and education. The awards, organised by the South China Morning Post and sponsored solely by the Hong Kong Jockey Club with support from the Education Bureau, saw a record 840... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3318089/student-year-awards-20-hong-kong-secondary-school-pupils-win-top-honours?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3318089/student-year-awards-20-hong-kong-secondary-school-pupils-win-top-honours?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 14 Jul 2025 04:30:08 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Twenty outstanding Hong Kong pupils received top honours at the 44th Student of the Year Awards, with a recipient from the Diocesan Boys’ School winning the grand prize for driving positive change through STEAM innovations in robotics and education. The awards, organised by the South China Morning Post and sponsored solely by the Hong Kong Jockey Club with support from the Education Bureau, saw a record 840 nominations from 177 schools. This year’s theme, “Building Tomorrow: Growth Through... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3317987/20-hong-kong-school-students-win-top-honours-44th-student-year-awards?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3317987/20-hong-kong-school-students-win-top-honours-44th-student-year-awards?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 12 Jul 2025 10:14:35 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Have you ever had a bubble tea start leaking from the lid? Or accidentally splashed your desk as you put a cup of coffee down? This week’s Word Up explores vocabulary you can use to describe liquid spills. Learn them, try them out and handle your next cafe catastrophe with ease. 7 words to describe the cold, from cool to bone-chilling 1. Drip Meaning: to fall in small drops Example: The tap continued to drip all night. 2. Trickle Meaning: to flow in a small stream Example: I saw a single tear... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/learning-resources/article/3316068/6-words-describe-drink-mishap-drip-spill-and-drench?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/learning-resources/article/3316068/6-words-describe-drink-mishap-drip-spill-and-drench?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:00:16 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Dear Young Post readers, Summer’s here! We’ll be taking a break from our Monday editions of Young Post and Young Post Spark for the summer holiday. But don’t worry, our eight-page Sunday Young Post, available inside the South China Morning Post every Sunday, will keep the vibes going all summer long. The usual Monday edition will resume on September 1, 2025 – ready to welcome you back to school with fresh stories and sparks. If you want to see what’s in store in the upcoming school year, click... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/article/3316757/announcement-young-posts-summer-break-2025?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/article/3316757/announcement-young-posts-summer-break-2025?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Jul 2025 02:00:08 +0000 Lo Hoi-ying,Emily Tsang Lo Hoi-ying,Emily Tsang A slew of both supportive and hateful online comments over Hong Kong pop singer Keung To’s recent fall into the sea reflects divided public opinion and the social media pressures young stars face, a psychiatrist and a cultural commentator have said. Experts who spoke to the Post said social media was a “double-edged sword” that allowed young celebrities to connect with their fans while increasing their direct exposure to hostility, a challenge not faced by stars in the pre-internet era. After... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3316241/keung-jibes-reflect-double-edged-sword-social-media-hong-kong-experts?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3316241/keung-jibes-reflect-double-edged-sword-social-media-hong-kong-experts?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 29 Jun 2025 04:00:18 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Imagine turning old T-shirts into tote bags or giving old jeans a fresh, stylish vibe. Hong Kong secondary students did exactly that to promote sustainability at the capstone event for Save the Children’s Generation Hope 2024 programme. Why does the environment matter so much to these students? Climate change affects young people the most as it threatens the stability of their futures. Only with a safe climate can younger generations thrive and create a brighter tomorrow. Inspired by this, youth... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/article/3313619/hong-kong-students-upcycle-fashion-greener-future?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/article/3313619/hong-kong-students-upcycle-fashion-greener-future?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Jun 2025 02:00:12 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang As Hong Kong’s humid summer arrives, sniffles and coughs are everywhere – among classmates, MTR commuters and even your best friend. Master these six essential phrases to express how you’re truly feeling when illness strikes, whether at school or the clinic. Under the weather Meaning: feeling slightly unwell or lacking energy Example: “Kally skipped dim sum with friends, explaining she felt under the weather after the rainy hike.” Call in sick Meaning: notify school or work that you are too ill... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/article/3312288/master-6-key-phrases-navigate-hong-kongs-humid-season-sniffles-and-coughs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/article/3312288/master-6-key-phrases-navigate-hong-kongs-humid-season-sniffles-and-coughs?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:06:08 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Looking to learn more about one of the 20th century’s greatest painters? Head to Hong Kong’s M+ museum for the Picasso for Asia – A Conversation exhibition exploring the legendary Pablo Picasso through a contemporary Asian lens. This show blends over 60 works by the legendary Spanish artist with 130 pieces by 30 Asian and Asian-diasporic artists, creating a vibrant dialogue between East and West. It is the first major exhibition of Picasso’s work in Hong Kong in more than a decade and is set to... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3307756/5-must-see-pieces-ms-picasso-asia-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3307756/5-must-see-pieces-ms-picasso-asia-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:09:02 +0000 SCMP,Emily Tsang SCMP,Emily Tsang Before you read: Hongkong Post – the city’s government-run postal services – is halting airmail parcels to the US starting April 27 due to new US tariffs that will raise shipping costs significantly. The tariffs will affect students who send parcels or shop online and likely push local businesses to explore new markets like Southeast Asia and Europe. Think about it: How might global trade changes affect your future choices in shopping, studying abroad or even career paths – for example, in... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3307290/trump-tariffs-hongkong-post-suspends-airmail-parcels-us?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3307290/trump-tariffs-hongkong-post-suspends-airmail-parcels-us?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 21 Apr 2025 07:30:08 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Although university might feel far away, now is actually the perfect time to start enriching your experiences and begin preparing one of your most important documents: your curriculum vitae (CV). A CV provides a summary of your successes and evidence of your skills. It’s also important for university or internship applications. Here are some tips for crafting a great CV. 1. Highlight achievements and activities Universities in particular look beyond grades to find well-rounded, passionate... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/career-advice/article/3307116/how-craft-winning-cv-university-and-internship-applications?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/career-advice/article/3307116/how-craft-winning-cv-university-and-internship-applications?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 20 Apr 2025 00:00:15 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Hundreds of children, their families, and special guests gathered at Yew Chung International School last week to mark the start of the inaugural Children’s Character Festival, which aims to encourage children to act as ambassadors of kindness. The festival is a collaboration between the Character Education Foundation, Hotung Mills Education Foundation, and Story Seeds Charity. This year’s theme is kindness, with the goal of promoting kindness through storytelling and community action. Over 200... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3305802/hong-kongs-first-childrens-character-festival-encourages-kindness-through-storytelling?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3305802/hong-kongs-first-childrens-character-festival-encourages-kindness-through-storytelling?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 09 Apr 2025 06:03:16 +0000 SCMP,Emily Tsang SCMP,Emily Tsang Before you read: Trial runs of Hong Kong’s new premium taxi fleets had significant challenges, including driver shortages and booking issues. The government is demanding significant improvements before giving these operators full licences. Think about it: How might the premium taxi fleets change Hong Kong’s overall transport landscape? What are the potential long-term benefits and challenges for both drivers and passengers? Hong Kong’s transport minister has warned premium taxi fleet operators... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3305015/hong-kong-premium-taxi-fleets-must-learn-test-runs-or-risk-licence-minister-warns?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3305015/hong-kong-premium-taxi-fleets-must-learn-test-runs-or-risk-licence-minister-warns?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 03 Apr 2025 05:30:07 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang School can become overwhelming – and quickly. The key to balancing homework, extracurricular activities and downtime is mastering the skill of effective time management. Here is how to meet targets, ease pressure and leave room for the things you enjoy, like hobbies or time to unwind. It’s all about working smarter, not harder – so you can excel without burning out. 5 important real-life skills you learn at school 1. Prepare the night before Before heading to bed, write down your top three... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/advice/living/article/3303938/5-simple-ways-master-time-management?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/advice/living/article/3303938/5-simple-ways-master-time-management?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:08 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Are you in the mood for some good food? You might encounter certain English words when eating at a Western restaurant. To make things easier, we have rounded up the terms and phrases to know when you are dining out – step by step – so you can order like a champ, chat confidently with the server and leave with a full belly! As you enter the restaurant First things first, you need to ask the waitstaff for seats.Phrases: “Table for two, please!” or “Hi, can we get a table for three?” Change the... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/learning-resources/article/3300864/dine-out-pro-these-common-english-restaurant-phrases?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/learning-resources/article/3300864/dine-out-pro-these-common-english-restaurant-phrases?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:00:08 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Ten years ago, Angus Hui Chong-yin read a news story about a diary found in a Hong Kong building that was about to be torn down. The document was from 1944, and it was written in Chinese. It belonged to Lam Ping-yu, a Chinese naval officer sent to Britain for training during World War II. “I was amazed that someone local had been part of such a significant history event,” Hui said. “I was captivated by Lam and imagined what his life was like.” At the time, Hui was studying history and culture at... https://www.scmp.com/yp/spark/stories/article/3298754/diary-unlike-any-other-chinese-soldiers-account-d-day-tells-key-part-history?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/spark/stories/article/3298754/diary-unlike-any-other-chinese-soldiers-account-d-day-tells-key-part-history?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:15 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Ten years ago, Angus Hui Chong-yin’s curiosity was piqued when he read a news story about old documents unearthed in a soon-to-be-demolished building in Hong Kong. Among the salvaged items was a diary, dating back to 1944. Written in Chinese, it belonged to Lam Ping-yu, a Chinese naval officer sent to Britain for training during World War II. “Seeing the news, I was immediately fascinated,” said Hui, who at the time, was studying Chinese history and culture at the University of Hong Kong... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3298743/history-lessons-diary-chinese-officer-involved-d-day?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3298743/history-lessons-diary-chinese-officer-involved-d-day?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 16 Feb 2025 23:30:10 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Before you read: Instagram will allow parents to oversee accounts owned by users aged under 16. Technology company said the move aims to protect young users and shield them from harmful content and strangers Reflect on this: What are your thoughts on Instagram’s latest effort to protect teens? Are there other ways to achieve this goal? All Instagram users aged under 16 will be asked to assign a parent or guardian to oversee their account on the social media platform, the technology company... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3298545/instagram-expands-teen-accounts-hong-kong-new-measures-aim-protect-users-under-16?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3298545/instagram-expands-teen-accounts-hong-kong-new-measures-aim-protect-users-under-16?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Feb 2025 09:38:24 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Meta will launch an Instagram service for users aged under 16 in Hong Kong and the rest of the Asia-Pacific this week, with the international technology company saying the new system will require a parent or guardian to oversee their child’s account. “Starting this week, we’ll begin placing teens who sign up for Instagram into teen accounts, and we’ll notify teens already using Instagram about these changes so we can begin moving them into teen accounts in the coming months,” the head of... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3298149/meta-launch-teen-accounts-instagram-hong-kong-week?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3298149/meta-launch-teen-accounts-instagram-hong-kong-week?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 11 Feb 2025 04:17:25 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Popular sushi chain Sushiro has said it plans to pursue legal action against some of its customers after viral online footage showed a boy licking a pair of communal utensils and dropping them on the floor at one of its outlets in Hong Kong. The footage, which was taken by someone at a nearby table, shows the child playing with a pair of tongs used for pickled ginger slices placed at each table booth. The boy then licks the tongs before dropping them, while the adults at the table continue... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3297588/sushiro-sue-customers-after-clip-shows-boy-licking-tongs-hong-kong-outlet?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3297588/sushiro-sue-customers-after-clip-shows-boy-licking-tongs-hong-kong-outlet?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Feb 2025 06:27:35 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Emails are a crucial part of modern communication, whether for school, work or even contacting a potential employer. Unlike casual messages to friends, crafting a professional letter requires a little more effort. Here are six tips to elevate your writing game – including the specific format to follow – to ensure your emails are given the respect they deserve. 1. Subject line is key Your email subject line should be concise and informative, grabbing your recipient’s attention. Instead of... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/learning-resources/exam-tips/article/3296423/6-steps-writing-perfect-professional-email?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/learning-resources/exam-tips/article/3296423/6-steps-writing-perfect-professional-email?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:10 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Are you tired of the same old words to describe the weather? As winter descends upon Hong Kong, our vocabulary often struggles to keep up with the plummeting temperatures. Expand your body of words with this list of chilly terms, ranging from mildly cool to bitterly frigid. 8 idioms about family, relationships and loved ones 1. Cool Meaning: mildly cold, often refreshing Coldness level: ★ Example: It’s a cool autumn day, perfect for a walk in the park. 2. Chilly Meaning: slightly cold,... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/learning-resources/exam-tips/article/3292473/7-words-describe-cold-cool-bone-chilling?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learn/learning-resources/exam-tips/article/3292473/7-words-describe-cold-cool-bone-chilling?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:09 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Every week, Talking Points gives you a worksheet to practise your reading comprehension with exercises about the story we’ve written. Imagine a magnificent merchant ship sailing the South China Sea more than 800 years ago. It was a sign of how strong trade was during the Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279). The boat’s name was Nanhai No 1. Ever since Nanhai No 1 was discovered in 1987, archaeologists and historians have been curious to understand its story. How did the ship sink and end up at the... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3293123/dive-history-800-year-old-nanhai-no-1-shipwreck-exhibition-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3293123/dive-history-800-year-old-nanhai-no-1-shipwreck-exhibition-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 04 Jan 2025 06:00:15 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Before you read: Understanding past events can help us make sense of the present and what to do in the future. Reflecting on the year that just passed is a good way to get insight into society and how the world works. Think about it: Is there a newsworthy person, or event, that reminds you of something in your life? Team YP’s picks for the best music, movies and TV shows of 2024 As we begin a new year, we leave behind the memory of the last, one full of significant events from sporting triumphs... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3293164/individuals-who-made-hong-kong-headlines-2024?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3293164/individuals-who-made-hong-kong-headlines-2024?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Jan 2025 00:30:09 +0000 SCMP,Emily Tsang SCMP,Emily Tsang Before you read: More than 25 per cent of the 15 popular chain restaurants surveyed in Hong Kong refused to accept customers’ own containers for takeaway meals, with many citing food safety and hygiene as reasons. City’s Consumer Council suggested eateries formulate better policies or guidelines for the practice and reinforce staff training Think about it: Besides bringing your own containers when you buy takeaway meals, how can you play a role in reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3288676/over-25-surveyed-hong-kong-chain-restaurants-reject-customers-own-containers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3288676/over-25-surveyed-hong-kong-chain-restaurants-reject-customers-own-containers?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Nov 2024 09:00:15 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Every week, Talking Points gives you a worksheet to practise your reading comprehension with exercises about the story we’ve written Once a muddy swamp, Happy Valley is now a busy area known for horse racing, sports clubs and comfortable housing. A long time ago, the area was known as Wong Nai Chung Valley, which means “yellow mud stream”. With its large water supply, it was first considered for development as a business centre. But the plan never went ahead and the area was turned into a burial... https://www.scmp.com/yp/article/3287006/hong-kong-show-brings-happy-valley-past-life-military-camp-jockey-club-home?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/article/3287006/hong-kong-show-brings-happy-valley-past-life-military-camp-jockey-club-home?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 23 Nov 2024 06:00:09 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Siobhan Haughey has four Olympic medals in swimming, but when she thinks about her biggest challenge, she remembers a tough class in university. Haughey was taking a maths class called calculus. She was struggling to understand her teacher. After failing her first two exams, she felt very sad. “I had never failed an exam before,” the 26-year-old Hongkonger said. This was a tough experience for her. But Haughey decided to ask for help from her teacher and a smart classmate. By the end of the... https://www.scmp.com/yp/spark/stories/article/3282936/olympian-siobhan-haughey-shares-her-biggest-challenges-and-dreams-future?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/spark/stories/article/3282936/olympian-siobhan-haughey-shares-her-biggest-challenges-and-dreams-future?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 20 Oct 2024 23:30:20 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Stop and think: Consider a time when you faced a challenge. How did you handle it? Remember, it’s OK to seek help when you struggle. Every setback can be a step toward success. When Siobhan Haughey, Hong Kong’s celebrated swimmer and four-time Olympic medallist, reflects on her biggest challenges, it’s not her time in the pool that comes to mind – rather, she recalls a surprising experience from her university days. “In university, I took a calculus course,” the 26-year-old said. “My maths... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3282877/siobhan-haughey-her-journey-swimming-fast-lane-and-dreams-she-hopes-dive?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3282877/siobhan-haughey-her-journey-swimming-fast-lane-and-dreams-she-hopes-dive?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 20 Oct 2024 23:30:15 +0000 At least 32 Hong Kong students have attained perfect scores in the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme this year, up from 23 in 2023, amid a controversy over time-zone cheating in exams. Among the top scorers announced on Saturday were 17 pupils from the English Schools Foundation, the city’s biggest international school group. The remaining students comprised four from the Diocesan Boys’ School, two each from the Victoria Shanghai Academy, Singapore International School (Hong Kong), Yew... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3269421/28-hong-kong-students-attain-perfect-score-ib-exams-amid-time-zone-cheating-controversy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3269421/28-hong-kong-students-attain-perfect-score-ib-exams-amid-time-zone-cheating-controversy?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 06 Jul 2024 03:28:40 +0000 Emily Tsang Emily Tsang Dear Young Post readers, What a wonderful year it’s been! We, the editorial team at Young Post, are truly grateful to have shared this journey with you – the ups, the downs, and everything in between. Your readership, submissions, and contributions have been invaluable. Thank you so much; you guys rock! As you happily progress into the summer holidays, our 24-page weekly publication every Monday will also take a break. This is our final issue for the summer, and we will welcome you back in... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/article/3267522/announcement-young-posts-summer-break-and-our-brand-new-publication?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/article/3267522/announcement-young-posts-summer-break-and-our-brand-new-publication?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 25 Jun 2024 01:00:13 +0000 Emily Tsang,Sue Ng Emily Tsang,Sue Ng A social media post revealing Hong Kong exam content has landed an invigilator in possible legal hot water, sending a warning to educators and students alike to think carefully before sharing such information publicly. The 23-year-old woman, identified only by the surname Lau, was arrested on suspicion of violating the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority (HKEAA) Ordinance, police said. While past DSE exam content has been widely used for teaching purposes, the SCMP dives into why it... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3259568/explainer-whats-big-deal-about-dse-test-leak-and-why-it-illegal-post-exam-content-online?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3259568/explainer-whats-big-deal-about-dse-test-leak-and-why-it-illegal-post-exam-content-online?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 19 Apr 2024 03:21:53 +0000 A social media post revealing Hong Kong exam content has landed an invigilator in possible legal hot water, sending a warning to educators and students alike to think carefully before sharing such information publicly. The 23-year-old woman, identified only by the surname Lau, was arrested on suspicion of violating the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority (HKEAA) Ordinance, police said. While past DSE exam content has been widely used for teaching purposes, the Post dives into why it... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3259532/dse-test-leak-why-sharing-hong-kong-exam-content-online-illegal?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3259532/dse-test-leak-why-sharing-hong-kong-exam-content-online-illegal?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 18 Apr 2024 14:00:35 +0000