https://www.scmp.com/rss/509662/feed We cover the latest news, views and stories on Hong Kong students, school life, sport and local education, as well as keeping tabs on what’s hot and what’s not. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Young Post Young Post Difficulty: Challenger (Level 2) There’s a pumping beat. A 12-year-old steps into the spotlight, her wrists and arms making sharp, playful and confident movements. Gaga Khu Yue-ching has already danced her way onto international stages. In 2023, she won the Children Street Battle at the Dance World Cup World Finals in Portugal, competing against dancers from around 50 countries. A year later, she became the locking champion in the BDS World Youth Street Dance Competition. Gaga was the first... https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3352459/hong-kongs-12-year-old-street-dance-superstar?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3352459/hong-kongs-12-year-old-street-dance-superstar?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 11 May 2026 00:45:06 +0000 Young Post Young Post Deep Dive delves into hot issues in Hong Kong and mainland China. Our easy-to-read articles provide context to grasp what’s happening, while our questions help you craft informed responses. Check sample answers at the end of the page. News: China pushes for AI adoption in healthcare industry Some say that AI could handle time-consuming data entry tasks for doctors China will push for AI-assisted diagnosis and treatment in its primary-level institutions by 2030 Li Bin is a young surgeon at... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/deep-dive/article/3352739/spark-deep-dive-chinas-push-ai-healthcare?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/deep-dive/article/3352739/spark-deep-dive-chinas-push-ai-healthcare?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 10 May 2026 22:45:09 +0000 Young Post,SCMP Young Post,SCMP Content provided by British Council [1] French director Ugo Bienvenu’s first movie, Arco, was nominated for many major awards. It even won a Cristal for a Feature Film at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. However, it was overshadowed by the popular Netflix film KPop Demon Hunters. [2] The latter’s success is undeniable. But Arco is a great sci-fi story that deserves attention. It tells a sweet, carefully crafted tale with an important message about caring for the Earth. The film... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3352686/spark-study-buddy-challenger-french-sci-fi-film-arco-dazzles-message-hope?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3352686/spark-study-buddy-challenger-french-sci-fi-film-arco-dazzles-message-hope?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 10 May 2026 22:16:04 +0000 Young Post Young Post Content provided by British Council [1] Every actor in kabuki – a traditional Japanese performing art celebrated for its striking make-up and elaborate costumes – relies on one final, essential element to fully inhabit their role: the wig. [2] Ahead of a show at the famed Kabuki-za Theatre in central Tokyo, wig master Tadashi Kamoji carefully places a topknot creation on a young performer in a flamboyant kimono costume. “A kabuki actor can’t just walk onto the stage as he is ... it’s only when... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3352836/study-buddy-challenger-japans-kabuki-wig-masters-set-stage-alive?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3352836/study-buddy-challenger-japans-kabuki-wig-masters-set-stage-alive?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 10 May 2026 22:15:07 +0000 Young Post Young Post Content provided by British Council [1] A wolf that escaped from a zoo in South Korea was caught last month. The young male wolf was named Neukgu. He escaped from his enclosure in Daejeon on April 8. Neukgu was missing for nine days. [2] The police sent out many officers and drones to find Neukgu. He was very hard to catch and kept escaping. He was finally caught in the early hours of April 17. The Daejeon city government posted on X: “Welcome back, #Neukgu!” [3] Police found the 30kg fugitive... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3352683/spark-study-buddy-explorer-south-korean-wolf-recaptured-after-9-day-adventure?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3352683/spark-study-buddy-explorer-south-korean-wolf-recaptured-after-9-day-adventure?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 10 May 2026 22:15:05 +0000 Young Post Young Post Every week, Talking Points gives you a worksheet to practise your reading comprehension with exercises about the story we’ve written. In places like Hong Kong, students face pressure to do well in school. Play is often seen as a reward to be earned only after assignments are done. But according to Avis Ngan, a clinical psychologist in Hong Kong, this approach is backwards. Ngan argued that youngsters need to play if they want to become healthy adults. He defined play as an activity that is... https://www.scmp.com/spark/being-well/personal-growth/article/3352814/play-isnt-just-fun-it-helps-your-brain-reset-grow-and-learn-too?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/being-well/personal-growth/article/3352814/play-isnt-just-fun-it-helps-your-brain-reset-grow-and-learn-too?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 10 May 2026 08:00:10 +0000 Young Post Young Post For many elderly couples, their wedding days were celebrated without the glamour of a professional photographer. However, on April 28, 50 couples finally had their moment in the spotlight. Gathering at the Gold Coast Yacht and Country Club in Tuen Mun, these lifelong partners celebrated decades of love with a long-overdue photo shoot. Here are some beautiful, heartwarming moments captured by one of our SCMP photographers. https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/society/article/3352762/photos-golden-years-captured-lovebirds-pose-their-moment-time?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/society/article/3352762/photos-golden-years-captured-lovebirds-pose-their-moment-time?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 May 2026 08:00:09 +0000 Young Post Young Post The South China Morning Post’s news platform for youth, the Young Post Club, has been recognised on the global stage, securing second place at the prestigious International News Media Association (INMA) 2026 Global Media Awards. Winning in the category of Best Initiative to Bolster Next-Generation Readership as a national brand, the award serves as a powerful confirmation of the publication’s decades-long dedication to serving and growing alongside young readers in Hong Kong. Launched in 2025 to... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3352911/scmps-young-post-club-scoops-second-place-prize-global-media-awards?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3352911/scmps-young-post-club-scoops-second-place-prize-global-media-awards?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 08 May 2026 10:30:11 +0000 Young Post Young Post Boris Lau Chung-kiu, 17, is chatty, forthright and sincere – qualities that surface in every story he tells about music, leadership and service. His relationship with Chinese music began unexpectedly. “I did not learn Chinese music at the very beginning,” the Diocesan Boys’ School student admitted, explaining that after six years of Western percussion training in primary school, his secondary school teachers encouraged him to try Chinese instruments. That first encounter quickly became a... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/education/article/3352783/soty-2024/25-best-devotion-school-winner-shares-about-power-music?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/education/article/3352783/soty-2024/25-best-devotion-school-winner-shares-about-power-music?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 07 May 2026 11:30:17 +0000 SCMP,Young Post SCMP,Young Post An annual index created by a Johns Hopkins University economist has identified Singapore and Thailand as two of the world’s “least miserable” economies, positioning Southeast Asia as one of the “healthiest economic neighbourhoods” globally. The 2025 Hanke’s Annual Misery Index (HAMI) was compiled by applied economics professor Steve Hanke. It measures the “economic temperature” of a country and approximates how its average citizen experiences the economy. This year’s HAMI found that several... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/world/article/3352547/thailand-singapore-rank-among-worlds-least-miserable-economies?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/world/article/3352547/thailand-singapore-rank-among-worlds-least-miserable-economies?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:09 +0000 Young Post Young Post Difficulty: Challenger (Level 2) Everyone gets stressed sometimes, and many people ignore these feelings in hopes that they will simply go away. But stress does not just disappear. Avis Ngan, who started a Hong Kong mental health clinic called Mindsight, warned that problems can get worse if left alone. This is called the stress cycle. It is used to describe how the body adapts to stress in three steps: alarm, resistance and exhaustion. Three stages of stress “Like our phone’s ‘low battery’... https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3351670/how-body-responds-stress-and-ways-break-cycle?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3351670/how-body-responds-stress-and-ways-break-cycle?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 May 2026 01:00:09 +0000 Young Post Young Post Difficulty: Challenger (Level 2) Aaltje van Zweden struggled for years to communicate with her son, who has autism. Then, she discovered music could bridge their worlds. Through singing nursery rhymes, her son Benjamin spoke his first words. The power of music was spotlighted at a two-day event in March. “Music Heals!” 2026 Music Therapy Seminars brought together leading voices in music therapy, psychiatry, psychology and social inclusion. It discussed the art form’s ability to heal, connect and... https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3351527/how-music-therapy-can-transform-lives-children-autism?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3351527/how-music-therapy-can-transform-lives-children-autism?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 May 2026 00:45:08 +0000 Young Post Young Post Under Hong Kong’s hot sun, 26-year-old Kwok Yau-wah is knee-deep in mud. He is a rice farmer working in Lung Ah Pai in the Tai Po district. “The hardest part of the year is ploughing the fields for the late crop in July,” Kwok said. “Manual labour under 30 to 40 degrees Celsius ... in high humidity is incredibly tough. You often have to rest 15 minutes every 30 to 60 minutes just to survive it.” But the heat is not the only challenge he faces. “Last August, we had consecutive black rainstorms... https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/society/article/3352127/why-young-farmer-hong-kong-passionate-about-growing-local-rice?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/society/article/3352127/why-young-farmer-hong-kong-passionate-about-growing-local-rice?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 May 2026 00:30:13 +0000 Young Post Young Post Content provided by British Council [1] Hong Kong railway experts have called for tougher penalties and stronger public education to prevent the misuse of emergency exits on trains. The calls follow an incident on the MTR’s East Rail line in March that caused more than two hours of disruption during evening rush hour. Experts have also cast doubt on a lawmaker’s proposal to make emergency doors less accessible, saying it could compromise safety. [2] A preliminary investigation found that a... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3352035/spark-study-buddy-challenger-hong-kongs-mtr-calls-tougher-penalties-emergency-exit-misuse?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3352035/spark-study-buddy-challenger-hong-kongs-mtr-calls-tougher-penalties-emergency-exit-misuse?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 03 May 2026 22:15:07 +0000 Young Post Young Post Content provided by British Council [1] Rice farmers Siriporn and Amnat Taidee used to burn their paddy fields between plantings - a common method for clearing crop residue that is partly responsible for the toxic smog that blankets much of Thailand each spring. This quick and inexpensive way to prepare for a new growing cycle has long been viewed as the only viable option for millions of Thai rice farmers. [2] But for the couple from Chiang Rai, abandoning what Amnat called “the old way of... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3351979/study-buddy-challenger-thai-farmers-embrace-microbes-cut-smog-and-boost-rice-yields?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3351979/study-buddy-challenger-thai-farmers-embrace-microbes-cut-smog-and-boost-rice-yields?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 03 May 2026 22:00:14 +0000 Young Post Young Post Does your blood group match what your parents have? If not, don’t worry. How you inherit your blood group is more complex than it appears. Two of the most important blood group systems are the ABO system and the Rhesus (Rh) system. Doctors rely on these to perform safe blood donations. What is the ABO system? In the ABO system, your blood group is controlled by the ABO gene, which comes in three different versions, known as alleles: A, B and O. You inherit one allele from each parent, and the... https://www.scmp.com/spark/being-well/health/article/3351583/how-children-inherit-their-blood-group-their-parents?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/being-well/health/article/3351583/how-children-inherit-their-blood-group-their-parents?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:09 +0000 Young Post Young Post You finally donate blood, learn your blood group and notice something that seems strange: you don’t match what either of your parents has. Before you jump to any wild conclusions, take a breath. Blood group inheritance is more complex than it appears. Your blood group is determined by specific markers, called antigens, on the surface of your red blood cells. Two of the most important blood group systems are the ABO system and the Rhesus (Rh) system. Doctors rely on these markers to perform safe... https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/health/article/3351529/why-children-can-have-different-blood-group-their-parents?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/health/article/3351529/why-children-can-have-different-blood-group-their-parents?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 May 2026 02:00:09 +0000 Young Post,Young Post Readers Young Post,Young Post Readers Do you have a personal question you’ve been too afraid to ask? Whether it is about school, family or your social life, you can share it with us through this form. Don’t worry, you’ll remain anonymous. Dear Friend, I have been putting a lot of effort and time into my schoolwork, especially homework and revision. I also always try to stand up for what’s right. But all of this has caused me to lose friends. The people who are left are nice to my face, but I keep hearing that they talk about me... https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/personal-growth/article/3351326/asking-friend-help-prioritising-schoolwork-and-my-values-costing-me-my-friends?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/personal-growth/article/3351326/asking-friend-help-prioritising-schoolwork-and-my-values-costing-me-my-friends?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:10 +0000 Young Post Young Post Samuel Mok Kwan-chung’s original musical, Lost and Found, drew on his own crossroad between a planned future in law and an unforeseen devotion to music. “It mirrored my own confusion,” said the 19‑year‑old graduate of St Stephen’s College. That uncertainty became the musical’s spine. Rather than offering tidy answers, the show invited audiences to view ambiguity as a space for growth – a lesson Mok embraced while writing and performing alongside peers who shared the same questions. Its premiere... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3351686/soty-2024/25-best-devotion-school-winner-musical-talent-and-multifaceted-leader?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3351686/soty-2024/25-best-devotion-school-winner-musical-talent-and-multifaceted-leader?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:30:12 +0000 Young Post Young Post A stationery shop in Hong Kong’s Tsuen Wan district offers far more than paper and ink. At Nocturnal Stationery, visitors can find many surprises. There are crayons shaped like volcanic rocks. Two wooden stools form the Chinese character for “friends”. For shop owner To Chun-pong, this is also a space for people to make connections. “I really want this shop to be human-centric rather than just about profit,” the 42-year-old said. “I try to remember what each customer likes, or at the very least,... https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/society/article/3351268/beyond-unique-pens-and-pencils-stationery-shop-tsuen-wan-offers-community?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/hong-kong/society/article/3351268/beyond-unique-pens-and-pencils-stationery-shop-tsuen-wan-offers-community?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:00:30 +0000 Young Post Young Post Difficulty: Summiteer (Level 3) Every week, seven-year-old Yumi Li Tsz-yan spends a few hours roaming Hong Kong’s streets with a camera in hand, looking for subjects to capture through her lens. From stylish tourists to elderly people playing games outside and dance groups performing on the street, Yumi approaches each stranger with the same polite request: “Excuse me, can I take a photo for you?” Then, she posts the picture on Instagram. Since Yumi’s mother started her photography account a... https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3350750/how-hong-kong-girl-found-courage-and-inspiration-photography?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3350750/how-hong-kong-girl-found-courage-and-inspiration-photography?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:50:08 +0000 SCMP,Young Post SCMP,Young Post Deep Dive delves into hot issues in Hong Kong and mainland China. Our easy-to-read articles provide context to grasp what’s happening, while our questions help you craft informed responses. Check sample answers at the end of the page. News: Hong Kong’s wild boars see large decline in population since 2021 Human feeding and the city’s urban design have exacerbated wild boar-human conflicts Authorities have resorted to culling the animals to address urban encroachment In Hong Kong, wild boars... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/deep-dive/article/3351299/spark-deep-dive-hong-kongs-wild-boar-population-plunges-amid-urban-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/deep-dive/article/3351299/spark-deep-dive-hong-kongs-wild-boar-population-plunges-amid-urban-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:00:12 +0000 Reuters,Young Post Reuters,Young Post Read the following text and answer the quiz below. [1] Scientists and designers revealed a new handbag this month. It is made from collagen taken from T. rex fossils found in the US. This special bag is meant to show how important lab-made leather can be. [2] A teal bag is being shown on a rock inside a cage under a model of a T. rex at the Art Zoo museum in Amsterdam. It will be there until May 11. After that, it will be sold at an auction, starting at more than US$500,000 (HK$3.9 million). [3]... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350974/spark-study-buddy-challenger-groundbreaking-handbag-made-t-rex-collagen-unveiled?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350974/spark-study-buddy-challenger-groundbreaking-handbag-made-t-rex-collagen-unveiled?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:15:10 +0000 Young Post Young Post Content provided by British Council Read the following text and answer the quiz below. [1] The night sky might already be cluttered by thousands of satellites, yet the latest plans from private space companies to launch data centres and sunlight-reflecting satellites into orbit are worrying astronomers about a far greater transformation. [2] Elon Musk’s SpaceX is preparing to launch a million satellite data centres into space to power artificial intelligence (AI). Some astronomers say it could... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350736/study-buddy-challenger-astronomers-warn-elon-musks-plans-could-permanently-scar-sky?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350736/study-buddy-challenger-astronomers-warn-elon-musks-plans-could-permanently-scar-sky?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:15:08 +0000 Young Post,SCMP Young Post,SCMP Read the following text and answer the quiz below. [1] Most Chinese people have one-character surnames. Some people have two-character surnames. These are special and uncommon. You might know some Chinese stars with longer surnames, like Ouyang Nana. She is an actress and a cellist from Taiwan. Another example is Jimmy O. Yang, a comedian and actor from Hong Kong. [2] These two celebrities have the same last name, Ouyang. It is the most common family name with two parts in China, used by more... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350954/spark-study-buddy-explorer-rare-legacy-chinas-unique-compound-surnames?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350954/spark-study-buddy-explorer-rare-legacy-chinas-unique-compound-surnames?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:00:10 +0000 Young Post Young Post A highlight is the city’s stunning spider trees, transforming everyday streets into breathtaking canopies of creamy white and vibrant yellow. Flowering from March to May, these seasonal blossoms have quickly become a favourite subject for local photographers and nature lovers alike. One South China Morning Post photographer made his way to the bustling urban hubs of Mong Kok and Prince Edward to capture the magnificent spider trees in action. Take a look at this visual tour and get inspired for... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/environment/article/3350855/photos-spider-trees-full-bloom-mong-kok-and-prince-edward?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/environment/article/3350855/photos-spider-trees-full-bloom-mong-kok-and-prince-edward?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:09 +0000 Young Post,Young Post Readers Young Post,Young Post Readers Do you have a personal question you’ve been too afraid to ask? Whether it is about school, family or your social life, you can share it with us through this form. Don’t worry, you’ll remain anonymous. Dear Friend, One of my classmates died by suicide. Since then, a strange atmosphere has taken over. Everyone seemed fine in the morning, but once the news was officially announced in the afternoon, people began crying, and I realised they had been hiding their true feelings. Although I am not as... https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/mental-wellness/article/3351110/asking-friend-how-can-i-support-my-friends-after-classmates-suicide?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/mental-wellness/article/3351110/asking-friend-how-can-i-support-my-friends-after-classmates-suicide?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:11 +0000 Young Post Young Post Athena Leung Nga-lam’s tennis story began when she “first picked up a racquet at five,” at a community school sports programme. It was a single, bright moment that revealed agility coaches would later praise. It would also set her on a steady climb from playground courts to representing the city. In Primary Four, she began professional training and joined a Hong Kong junior team. Athena described being “thrown into an English-speaking environment” with coaches from abroad and international... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3351115/soty-2024/25-sportsperson-year-second-runner-closing-loop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3351115/soty-2024/25-sportsperson-year-second-runner-closing-loop?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:31:07 +0000 Young Post Young Post Difficulty: Summiteer (Level 3) While leading educational tours last summer in Hong Kong’s mudflats, Yeung* saw the ecosystem overwhelmed by more than 200 people at a time. The environmental educator is also known as Sheeppoo. Mudflats are special areas by the coast. They form in quiet places like bays, where soft mud and tiny bits of plant matter build up. Yeung kept her groups small to avoid disturbing the mudflats, which are crucial to the city’s biodiversity. But the Hongkonger noticed few... https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3349964/hong-kongs-ecotourism-boom-threatens-fragile-mudflats-and-coral-reefs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3349964/hong-kongs-ecotourism-boom-threatens-fragile-mudflats-and-coral-reefs?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:45:08 +0000 Young Post Young Post Venus Hung Yat-yiu used to receive multiple calls a day from her grandmother. But the Form Five student at United Christian College (Kowloon East) often ignored them because she was busy with homework. She would come to regret not answering her phone. A few months after these calls stopped, Venus’s grandmother was diagnosed with dementia. The condition can affect a person’s memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities. “Now, she hardly recognises me,” said the 16-year-old. She... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/article/3350416/hong-kong-students-create-game-help-teens-connect-elderly-relatives?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/article/3350416/hong-kong-students-create-game-help-teens-connect-elderly-relatives?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:00:15 +0000 Young Post Young Post Content provided by British Council [1] If one were to travel to what is now Hubei province, 4,500 years ago, they might have been fortunate enough to discover a vibrant civilisation characterised by palaces, advanced engineering, and luxuries such as jade. In the generations that followed, this culture gradually declined, with its people dispersing across the region. [2] The reasons behind the collapse of such a civilisation were not well understood until now. A group of scientists now believe... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350017/spark-study-buddy-challenger-how-climate-change-led-fall-chinese-civilisation-4500-years-ago?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350017/spark-study-buddy-challenger-how-climate-change-led-fall-chinese-civilisation-4500-years-ago?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:15:07 +0000 Young Post Young Post Content provided by British Council [1] Each spring, a pink veil unfolds across the plains of Greece’s largest peach-producing region. The blossoming peach trees create a spectacular sight that attracts visitors from all over every year. “It’s something that people must experience and see at least once in their lifetime, because it’s a huge area,” said Gianna Pilitsidou. She is the president of the Veria Tourism Club, based in the northern city of Veria. [2] The plain stretches for 170 square... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350012/spark-study-buddy-explorer-greeces-peach-blossoms-attract-tourists-once-lifetime-experiences?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3350012/spark-study-buddy-explorer-greeces-peach-blossoms-attract-tourists-once-lifetime-experiences?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:00:09 +0000 Young Post,Young Post Readers Young Post,Young Post Readers Do you have a personal question you’ve been too afraid to ask? Whether it is about school, family or your social life, you can share it with us through this form. Don’t worry, you’ll remain anonymous. Dear Friend, I often pick at the skin around my fingernails without even realising it, and as a result, my fingers have started to bleed. I want to stop this habit, but the more I worry about it, the more I find myself doing it. Do you have any advice? Sincerely, Nibbler Dear Nibbler, Many people... https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/personal-growth/article/3349414/asking-friend-help-how-do-i-stop-biting-skin-around-my-fingernails?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/personal-growth/article/3349414/asking-friend-help-how-do-i-stop-biting-skin-around-my-fingernails?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:11 +0000 Young Post Young Post Hong Kong teen Sharon Mok Cheuk-ki would constantly run into a problem at local animal shelters – young people were eager to help, but were shut out of volunteering shifts because of strict age limits and safety rules. “I kept seeing teenagers who wanted to do more than observe,” said the 18‑year‑old who recently graduated from The True Light School of Hong Kong. “They wanted to learn, to care, to be useful.” Those frustrations soon crystallised into a purpose: to create Animal Blessing HK, a... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3350303/soty-2024/25-community-contributor-second-runner-turns-empathy-action?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3350303/soty-2024/25-community-contributor-second-runner-turns-empathy-action?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:45:07 +0000 Young Post Young Post Difficulty: Summiteer (Level 3) Imagine going back to the 1970s. If you sat down on a patch of grass in Sai Kung on a clear night and looked up at the sky, you could probably make out the Milky Way with the naked eye. However, today, it would be difficult. That is because Hong Kong has serious light pollution. Exodus Sit is an astronomer, educator and science author. He explained how the environmental problem results from the extensive use of artificial light at night. Sit said that light... https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3348925/hong-kongs-light-pollution-problem?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3348925/hong-kongs-light-pollution-problem?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:00:08 +0000 Young Post Young Post Difficulty: Challenger (Level 2) Valentin Shen Yuxin enjoys taking pictures of Hong Kong’s wildlife. He remembers the joy of sharing his photos at an exhibition at the Maritime Museum two years ago. “I used my photos of birds, amphibians, reptiles [and] insects to illustrate different aspects of wildlife in Hong Kong because I felt like a lot of people … don’t realise how much biodiversity we have,” he said. “We have close to 600 species of birds and 6,000 species of marine organisms.” The... https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3348866/meet-hong-kongs-young-environment-ambassadors-making-big-impact?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3348866/meet-hong-kongs-young-environment-ambassadors-making-big-impact?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:45:08 +0000 Young Post,SCMP Young Post,SCMP Deep Dive delves into hot issues in Hong Kong and mainland China. Our easy-to-read articles provide context to grasp what’s happening, while our questions help you craft informed responses. Check sample answers at the end of the page. News: New graduates face tough outlook as Hong Kong’s job market declines Local job vacancies in 23 out of 33 sectors fell to the lowest in six years AI is taking over data entry and bookkeeping tasks, and even customer services Hong Kong’s fresh graduates are... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/deep-dive/article/3348878/spark-deep-dive-hong-kong-university-graduates-face-tough-job-outlook-amid-rise-ai?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/deep-dive/article/3348878/spark-deep-dive-hong-kong-university-graduates-face-tough-job-outlook-amid-rise-ai?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:45:08 +0000 Young Post Young Post Read the following text and answer the quiz below. [1] US and Israeli strikes have damaged at least four cultural and historical sites in Iran, including palaces and an ancient mosque, raising alarms about the impact of the widening war on protected landmarks that are important to Iranian identity and world history. The speed and extent of the damage have so concerned Iran and Lebanon that they sent a request to the United Nations’ cultural agency, Unesco, to add more sites to its enhanced... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3349619/study-buddy-challenger-impact-us-israeli-attacks-irans-cultural-heritage?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3349619/study-buddy-challenger-impact-us-israeli-attacks-irans-cultural-heritage?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:15:08 +0000 Young Post,Agence France-Presse Young Post,Agence France-Presse Read the following text and answer the quiz below. [1] King Harold’s legendary 200-mile march across England is a “myth”, according to new research. The road to the Battle of Hastings in 1066 likely never happened, historians said. Harold II, the last crowned Anglo-Saxon leader, was defeated by William the Conqueror at Hastings on October 14, 1066. It is arguably the most famous battle in English history. William would then become England’s first Franco-Norman king. [2] The decisive clash marked... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3348937/spark-study-buddy-challenger-king-harolds-legendary-200-mile-march-myth?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3348937/spark-study-buddy-challenger-king-harolds-legendary-200-mile-march-myth?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:15:07 +0000 Young Post,Tribune News Service Young Post,Tribune News Service Read the following text and answer the quiz below. [1] Dogs experience many of the same emotions that we do. But have you ever wanted to know exactly what they are feeling? Although dogs do have facial expressions, it can be hard to tell what they are trying to communicate all the time. [2] The American Kennel Club has the following tips on how to interpret your dog’s facial expressions. [3] A head tilt could be related to vision or hearing. It indicates a dog is gathering information and is... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3348667/spark-study-buddy-explorer-how-read-your-dogs-facial-expressions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3348667/spark-study-buddy-explorer-how-read-your-dogs-facial-expressions?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:00:08 +0000 Young Post Young Post Every week, Talking Points gives you a worksheet to practise your reading comprehension with exercises about the story we’ve written. For 20 years, Stone Tsang Siu-keung has raced across mountains as an elite trail runner. But in recent years, Tsang is no longer just trying to get faster, but he is also protecting the environment he runs in. “Through trail running, I’ve stayed in constant contact with nature,” the 48-year-old said. “Over time, I became increasingly aware of environmental issues... https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/sports/article/3349495/how-elite-hong-kong-trail-runner-goes-distance-share-his-passion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/sports/article/3349495/how-elite-hong-kong-trail-runner-goes-distance-share-his-passion?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:00:09 +0000 Young Post Young Post Soft, pink petals open and flutter, signalling that spring is arriving. Cherry blossoms are known for their delicate beauty and vanilla-like scent, and there is nothing quite so awe-inspiring as seeing a sea of flowers as they hit peak bloom. Why do they blossom at the same time? It’s because they have been cloned to ensure they all grow the same way, though this also makes them vulnerable to disease. Dive into a world of quiet pastel hues as you explore cherry blossom trees worldwide. https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/world/article/3349478/blossom-spring-these-gorgeous-photos-cherry-bloom-trees-around-world?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/news/world/article/3349478/blossom-spring-these-gorgeous-photos-cherry-bloom-trees-around-world?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:00:10 +0000 Young Post,Doris Wai Young Post,Doris Wai Microalgae are single-celled organisms that can only be seen with a microscope. These tiny heroes play a crucial role in our battle against climate change. They are among the oldest forms of life on Earth. They can live in many different natural environments, from rivers and lakes to the open oceans. Scientists have found more than 30,000 species of microalgae so far. Why are microalgae good for the planet? Like plants, these organisms capture carbon dioxide using photosynthesis. Most microalgae... https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/article/3349607/how-microalgae-help-fight-climate-change-capturing-carbon-dioxide?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/spark/learning-zone/article/3349607/how-microalgae-help-fight-climate-change-capturing-carbon-dioxide?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:13 +0000 Young Post,Doris Wai Young Post,Doris Wai While regular algae, like seaweed, are large enough to see and touch, microalgae are single-celled organisms that can only be seen through a microscope. Often dismissed as mere pond scum, these tiny heroes play a surprisingly crucial role in our battle against climate change. Among the oldest forms of life on Earth, microalgae inhabit a range of natural environments, from freshwater rivers and lakes to the open oceans. More than 30,000 species of microalgae have been identified so far, but their... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/world/environment/article/3349332/how-microalgae-reduce-greenhouse-gases-and-fight-climate-change?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/world/environment/article/3349332/how-microalgae-reduce-greenhouse-gases-and-fight-climate-change?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:08 +0000 Young Post,Young Post Readers Young Post,Young Post Readers Do you have a personal question you’ve been too afraid to ask? Whether it is about school, family or your social life, you can share it with us through this form. Don’t worry, you’ll remain anonymous. Dear Friend, I have been in a secret relationship for some time. Since the DSEs will be over soon, I want to introduce my girlfriend to my parents because we are serious about each other. However, my parents are anti-relationship. How do I tell them about us and show them that we are serious and... https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/personal-growth/article/3348384/asking-friend-help-how-do-i-introduce-my-parents-my-secret-girlfriend?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/being-well/personal-growth/article/3348384/asking-friend-help-how-do-i-introduce-my-parents-my-secret-girlfriend?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:10 +0000 Young Post Young Post Calling all student readers and aspiring journalists! Young Post is thrilled to open applications for our 2026 summer internship programme – with limited spots available. In this programme, you will be a student writer for Young Post, Spark and Posties. You will work in the exciting newsroom alongside our reporters and editors. The internship is a unique chance to hone your creative and technical skills. You will get to pitch story ideas, interview interesting people, attend local events, write... https://www.scmp.com/yp/share-us/team-yp/journalism-resources/article/3348769/submit-your-application-young-posts-2026-summer-internship-programme?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/share-us/team-yp/journalism-resources/article/3348769/submit-your-application-young-posts-2026-summer-internship-programme?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:00:09 +0000 Young Post Young Post Difficulty: Summiteer (Level 3) Chinese indigo’s light purple blossoms are a stark contrast to the deep, velvety tone its leaves create when dyeing fabric. This traditional craft coloured everyday life for centuries but has nearly faded in modern times. Now, Hong Kong students in secondary school laboratories are learning this dyeing heritage. Art and science lessons Last November, Tak Oi Secondary School students brought Chinese indigo to their school campus. This plant is native to Hong... https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3348717/indigo-dyeing-teaches-hong-kong-students-about-science-and-culture?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3348717/indigo-dyeing-teaches-hong-kong-students-about-science-and-culture?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:45:07 +0000 dpa,Young Post dpa,Young Post Read the following text and answer the quiz below. [1] Demand is soaring for skyr, an Icelandic dairy product that is high in protein, low in fat and easy to use in different tasty recipes. Given the soaring level of demand for skyr right now, some supermarket shelves are empty, so here is how you can make it at home. [2] This way, you can try some of the recipes trending online, such as mixing skyr with energy drinks or making “Japanese cheesecake” by dipping caramel biscuits into skyr and... https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3348873/study-buddy-explorer-recipe-icelandic-skyr-low-fat-high-protein-snack?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/learning-zone/study-tools/reading-comprehension/article/3348873/study-buddy-explorer-recipe-icelandic-skyr-low-fat-high-protein-snack?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 05 Apr 2026 22:00:27 +0000 Young Post Young Post Emily Tang Cho-yi’s journey with Putonghua began with a timid voice and grew into a confident practice of linguistic artistry. “I think my passion started when I was really young, when I was in kindergarten,” recalled the 18-year-old Form Five student at Diocesan Girls’ School. A teacher encouraged her to enter a speech contest. Though she spoke softly and did not win an award, the sight of her supportive mother and teacher in the audience planted a seed: language could be a bridge between her... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3348752/soty-24/25-linguist-putonghua-winner-reflects-using-her-voice-build-bridges?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3348752/soty-24/25-linguist-putonghua-winner-reflects-using-her-voice-build-bridges?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:17 +0000 Young Post Young Post Difficulty: Summiteer (Level 3) Two Hong Kong university students recently went to Japan not just for its Instagrammable spots or tasty sashimi bowls, but for a 70-year-old tea farm and its lessons about sustainability. Tammy Tam Yuk-ting and Yanice So Ngan-mei are students at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. “We ... wanted a more meaningful kind of travel,” So said. The 19-year-old studies economics and finance. “We’ve read about low-carbon travel and sustainable local... https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3347872/hong-kong-students-steep-local-culture-tea-farm-japan?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/posties/kids/big-read/article/3347872/hong-kong-students-steep-local-culture-tea-farm-japan?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:50:08 +0000