How Support from a Liver Specialist Helped Hong Kong Teen Win Pokémon Go World Championship A 75-year-old liver specialist has been recognized as a pivotal figure in the success of a Hong Kong teenager who recently became the city’s first world champion in Pokémon Go. Notably, Sam Cheung Lok-hang, the manager of the Hong Kong...
IB Diploma Programme Enforces New Anti-Cheating Measures The International Baccalaureate (IB) Organisation, which oversees the globally recognized IB Diploma Programme, introduced new measures to combat “time zone cheating.” Recent leaks of exam questions online compromised this year’s assessments, raising concerns about fairness. These incidents highlighted issues with academic honesty within the programme. The IB discovered...
Shenzhen Innovation Competition Opens for Global Entrepreneurs The 8th China (Shenzhen) Innovation & Entrepreneurship International Competition, known as the “Entrepreneurship Olympics,” is now accepting registrations. The Shenzhen Innovation Competition invites innovation and entrepreneurship projects worldwide, with no nationality restrictions. Participants will compete for significant prizes and the chance to establish themselves in Shenzhen, a leading innovation hub....
Cultural Exchange Program Strengthens U.S.-China Student Ties A cultural exchange program hosted by Shijiazhuang Foreign Language School brought together Chinese students with their American counterparts from Iowa, fostering a dynamic and enriching experience. The program not only provided the Iowa group with an opportunity to explore scenic spots around Shijiazhuang but also engaged them in...
China Celebrates First Successful Pilot Whale Rehabilitation and Release In a historic conservation milestone, China has successfully released a short-finned pilot whale back into its natural habitat. This event marks the first instance of such an achievement in the nation, showcasing a significant step forward in pilot whale rehabilitation efforts. Initial Rescue and Rehabilitation Efforts On January...
Shenzhen Summer Camp Kicks Off at SZU Excitement surged as the 2024 International Youth Study in Shenzhen & Shenzhen University (SZU) “Shenzhen Summer Camp” officially launched yesterday during a ceremony held at SZU’s Yuehai campus in Nanshan District. Running until August 23, the camp has attracted 40 international youth from countries such as the United...
Nandagang Migratory Bird Habitat Joins UNESCO World Heritage List Located on the western shore of Bohai Bay, Nandagang Migratory Bird Habitat in Cangzhou, Hebei Province, is a thriving coastal wetland nature reserve. Covering 7,500 hectares, the habitat is home to 271 bird species, including 16 under first-class national protection and 52 under second-class protection. On July 26,...
Shenzhen Green Crab Catching Trend Goes Viral on Social Media Shenzhen green crab catching is growing in popularity, with many users sharing their experiences on platforms like Douyin. Recently, a vlogger’s video, showing the capture of about 60 green crabs at the Shuangjie River estuary, went viral. The vlogger kept only a few crabs, each...
One effective technique for enhancing reading and comprehension skills involves a simple but powerful method: simultaneously reading a book while listening to its audiobook version. This dual approach not only speeds up reading pace but also improves memory retention by engaging multiple areas of the brain. Research supports the effectiveness of combining reading with listening...
The UK government’s proposal to introduce a 20% value-added tax (VAT) on private school fees could lead to an exodus of around 40,000 students from these institutions, according to estimates. However, Hong Kong education consultants believe the added cost is unlikely to deter parents in the city who favor British private schools. The proposed tax,...