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Starting Young: Importance of Safety Education for Children

The Association for the Rights of Industrial Accident Victims has sounded the alarm on the rising number of workplace fatalities and sudden deaths in Hong Kong, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced safety education,...
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CE Appoints Chairs to University Councils – RTHK

The Chief Executive of Hong Kong has announced the appointment of new chairs to the University Councils of three prestigious institutions in the city, marking a significant development in the education sector. Kennedy Wong...
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HK Students Outperform in Global Maths and Science Study

HK Students Excel in Global Maths and Science Study Hong Kong students have once again showcased their academic prowess on the global stage, ranking among the top performers in mathematical and scientific literacy according to...
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HKU Community Pharmacy: Education and Research Hub – RTHK

HKU Community Pharmacy: Revolutionizing Pharmaceutical ServicesThe University of Hong Kong (HKU) has taken a groundbreaking step in the field of pharmaceutical services with the establishment of its community pharmacy at the medical school's campus...
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Peter Wong Appointed as New Chair of HKU Council

Banker Peter Wong has been appointed as the new chairman of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) governing council, taking over from barrister Priscilla Wong when her term ends next month. This announcement was...
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Deadly Knife Attack at Eastern China School: 8 Dead, 17 Injured

Eight people were killed and 17 others were injured in a tragic knife attack at a vocational school in eastern China. The suspect, a former student of the school, has been arrested by the...
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Educating Hong Kong Employers on Serving People with Disabilities: Equality Watchdog’s Recommendation

Hong Kong employers have been reminded by the chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) that they could be breaking the law if they fail to provide proper training and education to their staff...
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Trading Hours for T1 Issuance on Mondays: 6am-9am – RTHK

The Hong Kong Observatory has announced that it will be issuing a T1 between the hours of 6am and 9am on Monday due to Tropical Cyclone Man-yi approaching the territory. Although the storm is...
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Fake DSE Certs Used in Macau University Applications – Investigation Reveals

Education minister Christine Choi revealed on Saturday that a concerning discovery had been made regarding the use of fake DSE certificates in university applications in Macau. It was reported that 20 individuals had attempted...
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Regular Youth Uniformed Group Day Proposal for Youth Empowerment and Community Engagement

A youth think tank has proposed the idea of having a "youth uniformed group day" to promote youth empowerment and community engagement. Youth I.D.E.A.S, a part of the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups,...
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Zero Bullying Campaign Aims to Eradicate Bullying Within 10 Years

A group in Hong Kong has set a bold goal of putting an end to school bullying in the next ten years. The Council of Early Childhood Education and Services conducted a survey in...
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Man Sentenced to 3 Months in Jail for Using Fake Academic Certificate

A 23-year-old mainland student was sentenced to three months in jail by the Fanling Magistrates' Court for using fake academic credentials to apply for a master's degree at a Hong Kong university. The student...
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Student Assessment Scores Remain Stable Over Time – RTHK

Education officials announced today that the results of this year's Territory-wide System Assessment (TSA) have shown stable scores over time. The assessment tests students in Chinese, English, and mathematics to gauge their proficiency in...
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Cambridge Scholarships Awarded to 20 Students Annually – RTHK

The University of Cambridge and City University of Hong Kong (CityU) have come together to offer scholarships to up to 20 students annually for postgraduate studies at Cambridge. This initiative aims to provide funding...
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Improvement in Recycling Practices Through Education – RTHK

The Secretary for Environment and Ecology, Tse Chin-wan, recently spoke about the government's commitment to reducing waste in Hong Kong. Despite the postponement of the waste charging scheme, Tse emphasized the importance of raising...
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Improving Training at Two Hong Kong Medical Schools for Better Healthcare – RTHK

Secretary for Health Lo Chung-mau emphasized the need for enhanced training for doctors at two medical schools in Hong Kong. This call to action comes in light of recent incidents where feeding tubes were...