Sun Sets on Evening Schools
Evening schools have been in decline since the government rolled out its universal education policy. Varsity looks at how the few remaining evening schools struggle to survive - and their importance in providing basic education to those who cannot attend day schools.
The Activist Journalist
Young and fearless, Zhao Sile is a feminist, human rights activist and journalist. She tells Varsity about the ups and downs of her career and how she persists in writing stories about controversial subjects in face of adversity.
A Proverb Speaks A Thousand Words
The Cantonese language has many evocative folk sayings and proverbs where a few Chinese words can convey a long message in a vivid and concise way. As the social context in which these saying arose changes, some are beginning to fade out, but this has drawn attention to the need to preserve them.
Viva la Diva!
Known for her deep and emotive voice and iconic costumes, Cantopop legend Paula Tsui Siu-fung looks back on her 40-year singing career and shares her views on the music industry, as well as her unexpected popularity among young people.
Science for All
Science isn't just the preserve of professional scientists conducting sophisticated experiments in state-of-the-art laboratories. Enthusiastic amateurs - citizen scientists - can also connect with nature and help to conserve and preserve it.
Inside Out
Hong Kong's young people lead hectic lives - stressing out about how to maintain a balance between study, work and family. Recent political tensions have only made matters worse. Many are turning to mindfulness and meditation to provide relief, insight and inner peace.
The Only Show in Town
Come to the circus, the Hong Kong Circus. Varsity meets members of Hong Kong's first and only local circus troupe, who are seeking to breathe new life into circus entertainment.
Party in the Kitchen
It's hard to cook a meal for a group of friends, because most Hongkongers cannot afford to have a big kitchen in their homes to accommodate everybody. But here's a solution - rent one instead.
Let’s Get Rolling
Can't think of what to get your friends for Christmas? Try quilling - an easy-to-make DIY paper art technique that was first used during the Renaissance. Best of all, it's cheap!
December 2016 – That which divides us
At home and in the world at large, societies seem to be getting more polarised and many are seeing a pushback against globalisation. Boundaries are becoming more apparent. In this issue's Periscope, Varsity looks at the boundaries and divisions between different groups of people in Hong Kong society.
