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Hong Kong Disneyland Gives 5,000 Free Tickets to Helpers
Acts of KindnessApr 12

Hong Kong Disneyland Gives 5,000 Free Tickets to Helpers

Hundreds of domestic workers arrived early Sunday morning at Hong Kong Disneyland, some dressed as favorite Disney characters, after receiving free tickets as a thank you for their service. The Li Ka Shing Foundation and the park distributed 5,000 tickets to migrant workers from six countries.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong Dancer Mo Li Regains Arm Movement After 3.5 Years
Community HeroesFeb 14

Hong Kong Dancer Mo Li Regains Arm Movement After 3.5 Years

Mo Li Ka-yin, paralyzed after a 500kg LED screen fell on him during a 2022 concert, is regaining mobility in his right arm and new sensations through cutting-edge rehabilitation. His father calls the progress "small but precious" miracles on a marathon journey to recovery.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Actor Li Chengru Lost $13M, Now China's Most Beloved Critic
Community HeroesJul 21

Actor Li Chengru Lost $13M, Now China's Most Beloved Critic

Beijing actor Li Chengru went from childhood poverty to millionaire businessman to bankruptcy, then became one of China's most famous entertainers at 71. His journey proves it's never too late for a comeback.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Hong Kong Dancer Mo Li Starts Cutting-Edge Recovery Plan
Community HeroesJan 18

Hong Kong Dancer Mo Li Starts Cutting-Edge Recovery Plan

Three years after being paralyzed in a concert accident, dancer Mo Li is beginning an innovative rehabilitation program using regenerative medicine and neural implants. His father calls it a "glimmer of hope" toward regaining some independence.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Sick Golfer Li Haotong Battles Into Masters Contention
SportsApr 11

Sick Golfer Li Haotong Battles Into Masters Contention

China's Li Haotong spent Friday morning "living in the toilet" with severe illness but still shot a three-under 69 to climb into contention at the Masters. His incredible performance proves that sheer determination can overcome even the toughest physical challenges.

BBC Sport2 min read
Hong Kong Horse Ka Ying Rising Breaks 21-Year Win Record
SportsFeb 23

Hong Kong Horse Ka Ying Rising Breaks 21-Year Win Record

A sprinting superstar in Hong Kong just won his 18th consecutive race, shattering a record that stood for over two decades. Ka Ying Rising's incredible streak has lasted 742 days without a single loss.

Sky Sports3 min read
Hong Kong Astronaut Lai Ka-ying Reaches for the Stars
Community HeroesMay 26

Hong Kong Astronaut Lai Ka-ying Reaches for the Stars

Hong Kong's Lai Ka-ying becomes the city's first astronaut on China's Shenzhou XXIII mission, proving the region can become an innovation powerhouse. Her journey from selection in 2024 to spaceflight in 2026 is energizing Hong Kong's tech sector and inspiring a new generation.

Google News - Innovation Technology2 min read
Hong Kong's First Astronaut Lai Ka-ying Reaches Space
VideosMay 26

Hong Kong's First Astronaut Lai Ka-ying Reaches Space

Hong Kong police superintendent and mother of three Lai Ka-ying made history Sunday night as the first astronaut from Hong Kong to reach space. The successful Shenzhou-23 mission marks a new chapter for Hong Kong's role in China's ambitious space program.

Google: space mission success2 min read
Hong Kong Billionaire Funds Cancer Surgery for 200 Patients
Acts of KindnessMay 20

Hong Kong Billionaire Funds Cancer Surgery for 200 Patients

A 97-year-old tycoon is making cutting-edge liver cancer treatment affordable after receiving letters from patients who couldn't pay. His foundation will slash surgery costs from $33,000 to $6,400 over the next three years.

South China Morning Post2 min read
AI Godmother's Startup Turns Photos Into 3D Worlds
InnovationJun 15

AI Godmother's Startup Turns Photos Into 3D Worlds

Fei-Fei Li's new company World Labs just launched Marble, an AI app that transforms simple iPhone photos into interactive 3D environments in minutes. Film studios, architects, and robotics companies are already paying customers.

Fast Company - Innovation2 min read
Hong Kong's First Astronaut Blasts Off to Space Station
Global NewsMay 24

Hong Kong's First Astronaut Blasts Off to Space Station

Lai Ka-ying made history as the first Hong Kong resident to join a Chinese space mission, launching aboard Shenzhou-23. The payload specialist's journey marks a proud moment for the city and its 170,000 civil servants.

Google: space mission success2 min read
Paralyzed Dancer Honors Father's 4 Years of Devotion
Acts of KindnessJun 6

Paralyzed Dancer Honors Father's 4 Years of Devotion

Mo Li, the Hong Kong dancer paralyzed in a 2022 concert accident, delivered a moving video tribute to his late father, celebrating nearly four years of unconditional love and tireless support. Reverend Derek Li became a steadfast advocate for his son's recovery, showing the power of a parent's unwavering dedication.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Billionaire's Child Donates $100K Gold Coin to Charity
Acts of KindnessMar 30

Billionaire's Child Donates $100K Gold Coin to Charity

After winning a gold coin worth $100,000 in a lucky draw, one of Victor Li Tzar-kuoi's children chose to donate the entire prize to Hong Kong's Community Chest. The generous gesture continues the CK Group's 26-year streak of ranking among the charity's top three fundraisers.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Man Keeps 25-Year Promise, Finally Reunites With Family
Community HeroesAug 22

Man Keeps 25-Year Promise, Finally Reunites With Family

After spending a quarter-century watching over a stranger's mountain home, a 63-year-old man has finally reconnected with his long-lost brothers. Li Guoyou's extraordinary dedication to a simple promise reveals the depth of human integrity.

South China Morning Post2 min read
China's First Pop Stars Broke Barriers in 1920s Shanghai
Community HeroesJan 28

China's First Pop Stars Broke Barriers in 1920s Shanghai

A century ago, Chinese women weren't allowed to perform in public. Then a teenage girl named Li Minghui stepped barefoot onto a Shanghai stage and changed music history forever.

Sixth Tone2 min read
Chinese Stuntwoman Goes From Body Double to Leading Actress
Community HeroesMar 17

Chinese Stuntwoman Goes From Body Double to Leading Actress

A folk dancer who accidentally entered the film industry as a stunt double has become a leading actress, taking on 14 roles in a single year. Li Yitong's journey from behind-the-scenes performer to stardom shows how talent and persistence can transform unexpected opportunities into success.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Runner Breaks Record: 372 Marathon Days Straight
Community HeroesAug 12

Runner Breaks Record: 372 Marathon Days Straight

A Chinese runner just proved that turning pain into purpose can lead to world records. Li Shuangyong ran a full marathon every single day for 372 consecutive days, traveling across China and inspiring nearly a million followers along the way. #

Google: marathon world record3 min read
Runner Breaks World Record: 372 Marathons in 372 Days
Acts of KindnessAug 13

Runner Breaks World Record: 372 Marathons in 372 Days

Five years after his business and marriage collapsed, Li Shuangyong turned his pain into purpose by running a full marathon every single day for 372 days across China. The 41-year-old dad just earned a Guinness World Record and proved that reinvention is possible at any age.

Google: marathon world record3 min read
How a Self-Taught Teacher Built China's First Pop Music
Community HeroesJan 26

How a Self-Taught Teacher Built China's First Pop Music

In 1920s Shanghai, Li Jinhui had no formal training but created China's first pop hit and jazz band, launching superstars and changing music forever. Critics called his work "yellow music," but the masses loved songs that spoke their language.

Sixth Tone3 min read
6,000-Year Women-Only Pottery Tradition Thrives in China
Global NewsJan 26

6,000-Year Women-Only Pottery Tradition Thrives in China

For 6,000 years, Li ethnic women in China have guarded an ancient pottery-making technique passed exclusively from mothers to daughters. Now recognized as cultural heritage, this tradition once ensured women's economic independence.

South China Morning Post2 min read

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