Issue: July 23, 2012   (Archive)
Friday, May 24, 2013   

Don't tell Beijing there is solid proof Asians got to the US first
Asians were the first people to get to America. We crossed through Siberia to reach a huge land that was completely empty of humans. And this amazing discovery came from clues found in a toilet, boffins revealed.



Expert's chance to put theories to test
Chinese University of Hong Kong alumnus Heung Shu-fai, a staunch supporter of his alma mater, recently did a quick tally of fellow alumni who have been appointed to key positions in the new government.

Joining a protest in Asia? Don't forget your suit and litter bag
Angry? Need to take to the streets to protest? Then remember to take essential aids such as a bunch of flowers and a bag for litter.

Much ado about Exco selection
Although challenged over his dual roles of Executive Council convener and Equal Opportunities Commission chairman, Lam Woon-kwong has decided to retain both positions after careful consideration.

Independent monitors may be the key
In a discussion on TV about the poor ratings for the police, points were made about unnecessary protective measures, designed more - demonstrators say - to obstruct the visibility of their banners and posters rather than as a real security measure.

Chapter opens for new regime
Those interested in public affairs may be keen to know that a few new books on the chief executive election have been launched at this year's annual Hong Kong Book Fair.

Conservatives tested as plague of extinction rages worldwide
We live in a world plagued by extinction, having tragically lost the dodo, the dinosaur, the rum baba, the woolly mammoth, the yellow-tailed pikachu, and so on.

Mahjong wins in 'Little Macau'
Mahjong is becoming popular in Macau's casinos.

Another powder keg awaits a match
Now TV hosted a panel discussion on the recently released poll ratings for the five disciplined services - police, fire, customs, immigration and correctional.



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