Hong Kong’s progress in recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic, attracting tourists, talent and investment, has given the city much to be positive about. But this is not felt by all members of the community and many residents still struggle with their mental health. They must not be left behind. A study by Samaritan Befrienders Hong…
Hong Kong police have broken up a loan shark syndicate that charged 5,000 borrowers annual interest rates of up to 100 per cent or more, with the operation leading to the arrest of 24 people as young as 12 years old. The force said the syndicate targeted potential customers randomly through cold calls and text…
Hong Kong police have broken up a loan shark syndicate that charged 5,000 borrowers annual interest rates of up to 100 per cent or more, with the operation leading to the arrest of 24 people as young as 12 years old. The force said the syndicate targeted potential customers randomly through cold calls and text…
That the younger generation has become increasingly addicted to social media and the internet is nothing new. But it does prompt deeper reflection when the problem continues to worsen, as shown in the latest citywide health check on Hong Kong students. More concerted efforts are needed to curb the trend or more negative social and…
More than 60 per cent of Hong Kong secondary school students have faced sexual advances from adults online, a police survey has found, with the force warning that teenagers who start using social media at a young age run a higher risk of being approached. Police polled 2,000 students from Form One to Form Four…