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Professor John Lee has expressed hope that authorities will maintain their commitment to teacher training. Photo: Elson Li
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong schools urged to find ‘way out’ over falling student numbers

Education University of Hong Kong head warns that teacher training must not be ignored despite dwindling student population.

Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong’s low birth rate calls for swift, thoughtful school restructuring

Education in Hong Kong

Data science, AI slip as 53% of Hong Kong’s university subjects fall in rankings

Education in Hong Kong

Why the slow progress for Hong Kong’s university town?

University leaders urge government to clarify how much land they will get in Northern Metropolis megaproject, saying talks with potential partners can’t move forward.

Illustration: Davies Christian
Belt and Road Initiative

China poised to earn vast profits from global energy transition: analysts

Chinese firms are in pole position to benefit from a wave of investment in clean energy infrastructure that could be worth trillions of US dollars.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong to build elite fencing, sports venues in Northern Metropolis

Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law confirms strategic sites in Northern Metropolis earmarked for top-tier fencing training and competition venues.

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China jobs

Hong Kong degree is ‘passport’ to jobs in the world’s third-largest art market

Art graduates from the mainland, looking to expand their horizons and gain an edge in the job market, are flocking to Hong Kong for further study.

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Social media

Letters | Scolding not the right way to curb children’s social media use

Readers discuss the parenting styles that are conducive to growth, raising awareness of Hong Kong’s new smoking rules, and minimising disruption in our water supply.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong should study social media impact on teens, craft own policies: experts

Education experts note difficulties in enforcement and urge further local research following Australia’s social media ban for children under 16.

Education in Hong Kong

Pupils of school closed after Hong Kong fire inspired by new university homes

About 600 pupils at Tai Po Baptist Public School near Wang Fuk Court have adjusted well to classes held at CityU and EdU, educators say.

Pupils from Tai Po Baptist Public School learn about farming at CityU. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

500 pupils affected by Hong Kong fire resume classes at university this week

Tai Po Baptist Public School pupils studying in temporary classrooms at Education University, with support from teachers, psychologists.

Tai Po Baptist Public School pupils enjoy a physical education class held in the Education University gymnasium. Photo: Jelly Tse
2025 National Games

Hong Kong’s role in National Games as part of GBA one of ‘immense significance’

City playing host reflects government’s trust and reliance and could see region taking on events such as World University Games, Asian Games.

2025 National Games

National Games: how co-hosting adds up for Hong Kong and Greater Bay Area

Tripartite hosting can share the burden, while Hong Kong has opportunity to show its credentials as a regional sports hub.

Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Non-local exams on rise? Hong Kong public universities admit fewer DSE pupils

DSE student intake drops to a record low of 74 per cent, with 500 fewer admissions compared with a decade ago.

Seven of the eight public universities in Hong Kong have admitted a smaller proportion of students sitting the city’s university entrance exam over the past decade. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Debut ranking in top 10% globally boosts self-awareness: Hong Kong EdU head

While ranking is globally recognised, it does not fully reflect an institution’s unique characteristics and strengths, president says.

Education University of Hong Kong has been ranked among the world’s top 10 per cent of universities. Photo: EDUHK
Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Hong Kong should open up public schools to international pupils: university head

EdU president also encourages authorities to offer more scholarships at public universities and ensure academic programmes are future-proof.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong in fight for foreign university students as Singapore emerges as rival

Number of international first-year students at city’s public universities below pre-pandemic levels despite government doubling quotas.

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Hong Kong society

Editorial | Hong Kong’s universities go from strength to strength

The advancement in global higher education rankings shows efforts to nurture the ‘Study in Hong Kong’ brand are paying off.

Students walk through the campus of the University of Hong Kong on September 19. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Education in Hong Kong

6 Hong Kong universities set new record in global top 200

Times Higher Education says rankings highlight shift in research and higher education excellence from West to Asia.

Education in Hong Kong

Kishore Mahbubani, lauded in Hong Kong, warns of AI fake news flood

Former president of UN Security Council calls for protection of integrity in education as he receives honorary doctoral degree.

Hong Kong environmental issues

As Hong Kong gets hotter, where is the city going wrong with urban greenery?

Record numbers of very hot days, hot nights make pedestrian-level ventilation and greenery essential to mitigating urban heat, experts warn.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong preschool teachers work a median of 55 hours per week: survey

Nearly 60 per cent want to quit because of exhaustion and low salaries, according to a survey by the Education University of Hong Kong.

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A group of kindergarten pupils visit Victoria Harbour in Tsim Sha Tsui with their teachers. Photo: Jelly Tse
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong public universities to seek more top-notch overseas students: minister

Minister Christine Choi also says authorities will consider raising 40 per cent cap on non-local student admissions.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong aims to become referee in sports disputes with new scheme

Department of Justice is seeking proposals from interested parties to run a two-year pilot programme for sports dispute resolution.

Hong Kong society

Keung To jibes reflect ‘double-edged sword’ of social media: Hong Kong experts

Experts say social media platforms allow young celebrities to connect with their fans but increase their direct exposure to hostility.

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Pop star Keung To speaks to the media at Hong Kong International Airport ahead of a trip to France earlier this week. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong politics

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs meets local university heads

Meeting between Xia Baolong, director of Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, and university heads believed to be a first.

Xia Baolong visits Kai Tak Sport Park. He began his five-day visit on Wednesday. Photo: Handout
Universities in Hong Kong

6 public universities in Hong Kong rise in global rankings

University of Hong Kong climbs to 11th place, beating two prestigious mainland Chinese institutions.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong student spared jail for faking exam results via beauty app Meitu

Acting principal magistrate highlights gravity of offence, but notes defendant is still relatively young and has reflected on her mistake.

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