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 Caota Dunes of Taoyuan, Taiwan Caota Dunes, located in Guanyin District, Taoyuan, Taiwan, is a special scenic coastal desert stretching for 8.1 kilometers is the widest and the most complete dunes on the coast of Taiwan. The dunes can reach up to 15 metres high. On the undulating sand dunes that line the sea shore with the sea, the winding sand patterns stagger with the footprints, radiating a quiet and desolate beauty. Taoyuan . Taiwan | 2019 30 Nov 2019  Hundreds of Office Workers in Central Flashmob Against Police Brutality Netizens calls for continuing “Lunch with Us” flashmob in several districts such as Central, Kowloon Bay and Kwun Tong calling on people to rally at lunch time to protest against police brutality and affirm the 5 demands. Starting at 12:45 pm, hundreds of people and office workers gathered in Pedder Street and Des Voeux Road Central outside Landmark and chanted '5 Demands, Not One Less'. Someone raised a black flag reading 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of the time'. At 1:15 pm, the crowd marched around Pedder Street, chanting slogans such as 'Disbanding the police without delay' undaunted by the 3 police vans full of riot police were parked. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 29 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  Thousands Rally to Thank Trump for Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act US President Trump issued a statement expressing respect for Chinese President Xi Jinping, China and Hong Kong people, and signed the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act (Human Rights Bill) and the Protection of Hong Kong Bill, calling on China and Hong Kong to resolve differences to achieve long-term peace and prosperity. The bill requires annual reviews of Hong Kong’s special trade status under American law, as well as sanctions against any officials deemed responsible for human rights abuses or undermining the city’s autonomy. A second Hong Kong measure also bans the export of crowd-control items such as tear gas and rubber bullets to the city’s police. China expressed its outrage, condemnation and threatened retaliation. Hong Kong Government strongly opposes the bills as they significantly interfere with Hong Kong's internal affairs and damage the relationship and interests between Hong Kong and the US. The delegation of international affairs from the tertiary education community and the citizens' Thanksgiving rally team organised the 'Thanksgiving Rally for the Hong Kong Bill of Rights and Democracy Act' tonight to thank the US for passing the bill calling for prompt sanctions against the offenders. The rally has received a letter of no objection from the police. At 7 pm, a crowd filled Edinburgh Place in Central. Thousands of people came to express gratitude to the US. The rally started by singing of the US national anthem led by an Italian soprano. Many American flags fluttered at the scene. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 28 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  Hundreds of Office Workers in Central Flashmob to Support PolyU Netizens calls for continuing “Lunch with Us” flashmob in several districts such as Central, Kowloon Bay and Kwun Tong calling on people to rally at lunch time to show their support for Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) which is besieged by the police. Starting at 12:45 pm, hundreds of people and office workers gathered in Pedder Street and Des Voeux Road Central outside Landmark and chanted '5 Demands, Not One Less'. At 1 pm, the crowd marched towards the footbridge of Worldwide House on Gloucester Road, chanting slogans such as 'Disbanding the police without delay' and singing 'Glory to Hong Kong'. During the period, a pro-establishment man known as 'Dragon Heart', dressed in black riot police-like clothes, and played the national anthem loudly with audio equipment and took selfies. He was shouted down by citizens and office workers. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 27 Nov 2019  Over 1,000 Confront Riot Police in Support of PolyU Police besieged The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) for more than a week, and it is estimated that dozens of people still remain on campus. The school urged the government to persuade and arrange for them to leave in a peaceful and humane manner. A group of democrat district councillor-designates also entered the campus to talk to the left-behind, and urged the government and police to release the people and unblock the campus as soon as possible. Over 1,000 people responded to the call at night, cheering in Hung Hom and Tsim Sha Tsui to support those left-behind. They sang 'Glory to Hong Kong' and 'The Sea and the Sky are Wide' and chanted slogans. Hundreds of masked people went to Salisbury Garden in Tsimshatsui to participate in the original "PolyU - Sing with You" to support those still trapped inside PolyU. However, someone suggested that it is more effective to walk to PolyU for solidarity and pressure the police with the crowd. Hundreds set off for PolyU and chanted slogans along the way. More and more citizens gathered outside the Science Museum at Tsimshatsui East, shouting in unison, 'Let the people go' and 'Unblock the road', and sang 'Glory to Hong Kong.' A large number them confronted the riot police at the pedestrian walkway to PolyU. Tsimshatsui . Hong Kong | 2019 26 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  A New Dawn as Hong Kong Voted for Pro-Democracy Victory Hong Kong's voters have turned out in record numbers (nearly 3 million, 71%) to deliver a landslide victory for pro-democracy candidates and a stinging rebuke to the government, in district council elections that were widely seen as a proxy referendum on the city's protest movement. Hong Kong's pro-democracy camp has won a majority of seats in the District Council, historically dominated by pro-Beijing camp, the first time it has done so since the 1997 Handover. The pro-democratic landslide is a defiant rebuke to the government's frequent argument that its hardline policies had the support of a 'silent majority', who had been cowed by protester violence. In a peaceful vote, the city's people have spoken. This is a Golden opportunity for leaders in Beijing – who are behind the government with its prolong confrontation with protesters, to reconsider their approach. Hong Kong's protests are perhaps the biggest challenge to China's autocratic president, Xi Jinping, since he took power in 2012. Tsimshatsui . Hong Kong | 2019 25 Nov 2019  Hong Kong's Historic District Poll - Record 157,000 Voted in First Hour large-scale demonstrations triggered by the amendments to the Fugitive Offenders Ordinance. It is regarded as an assessment by the voters on the government of the Chief Executive Carrie Lam, and a challenge for the pro-establishment faction who supported the government's amendments. There are 1,090 candidates in this year, competing for 452 seats, an increase of 21 seats from the previous year, with an average of 2.4 people competing for one seat, and the competition is the most intense. All constituencies must compete and no one is automatically elected. Analysis showed out that the political turmoil caused by the extradition amendment has made many Hong Kong citizens aware of the need to use their ballot to prevent the governance system from being monopolised. Although the Pan-Democrats are expected to gain more seats, they may not be able to replace the pro-establishment faction to become the majority of the District Council. The Hong Kong District Council is the local administrative organ. Its main job is to advise the Government on daily life matters such as municipal and district transportation. However, it affect some of the Legislative Council seats (the two functional constituencies of the Legislative Council can only be served by a District Councillor, accounting for 6 out of 70 legislators). Some members of the Election Committee, which is responsible for the selection of the Chief Executive, will be reserved for the District Council Chairman. Of the 1,200 members of the 2016 Chief Executive Election Committee, 117 are nominated and voted by the District Council members. Therefore, this election will have an impact on the next Legislative Council election and the 2022 Chief Executive election. One key point of this District Council election is that no candidate is elected automatically. At least two candidates in all constituencies compete for all seats. According to a poll conducted by the Chinese University of Hong Kong on behalf of Ming Pao daily news in October, more than half of the respondents said that they 'completely distrust' the Hong Kong Police, and only 9.3% fully trust them. Professor Chung Kin-Wah believes that this shows that the public feels that it is more necessary to check and balance the government. This kind of thinking 'is naturally more beneficial to the pan-democrats.' Chung said that he would not be overly optimistic about the pan-democratic elections, because regional issues related to people's livelihood in district board elections are still important. There are over 610 polling stations in Hong Kong. The voting time is from 7:30 am to 10:30 pm. There are about 4.13 million registered voters in Hong Kong, of which 390,000 are newly registered voters. Today, the public voted quite enthusiastically with long queues at polling stations in many district. More than 157,000 people voted in the first hour, far exceeding the previous election, breaking records. Tai Hang . Hong Kong | 2019 24 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  Hundreds of Parents March with Kids Calling to Stop Excessive Tear Gas The police have fired over 10,000 tear gas rounds in the past few months. The entire Hong Kong is immersed in dioxin and cyanide panic. Netizens launched a "Protect Our Children" parent-child march. Participants marched to La Salle Primary School from Suffolk Road in Kowloon Tong. The organiser Stephanie said that she hopes to hold a peaceful march so that parents can participate with their children. She also criticized the government for disregarding public opinion for several months. The police indiscriminately fired tear gas to suppress the protesters, even near the schools and worried about the health of the children. The police have issued a letter of no objection. The march route passed through many prestigious schools that many parents want their children to enter. They want the government to pay attention to the problem of tear gas polluting the campus; indiscrimate arrest and police brutality; and not to ignore the demands and opinions of professionals. The purpose of the march is to oppose excessive/irrational use of tear gas; to oppose the use tear gas in violation of the guidelines; to draw attention to the effect of the remnants of tear gas on the health of children. Food and Environmental Hygiene Department and Environmental Protection Department falsely claims that tear gas is harmless and refused to divulge its composition. 14 current and former members of the Environmental Advisory Committee, including former Chairman Lam Kin-che, issued an open letter to Carrie Lam, expressing concern over the impact of tear gas and pepper spray on public health and the environment. An article in the recent authoritative medical journal "The Lancet" pointed out that overseas studies have found that of 5,910 people who have been exposed to chemical irritants such as tear gas, pepper spray and water cannons, 2 have died and many have been permanently disabled. At 10 am, hundreds of parents and children gathered at Stafford Road in Kowloon Tong, and march towards La Salle Primary School via Waterloo Road. Some kids were wearing gas masks. They chanted 'Protecting Our Kids, Government is responsible' and 'Don't Use Tear Gas'. Kowloon Tong . Hong Kong | 2019 23 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  Central Flashmob "Lunch with You" at Exchange Square Netizens launched a "Lunch with You" flashmob at Exchange Square" in Central. At 1 pm, hundreds of people gathered outside Exchange Square and the pededtrian footbridge. They chanted 'Fight for Freedom', 'Stand with Hong Kong, "Disband the police force immediately'. Some chanted 'Sign the Bill', hoping that US'President Trump will sign the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy bill, which was passed in the House and Senate. At 1:35 pm, there was a dispute between the protesters and a few Mainlanders. Masked riot police arrived to separate the two groups. The police officers did not display their action number or warrant card. Some reversed their warrant card. The public shouted at the riot police and the police retreated. The protesters reminded everyone to 'go to vote on Sunday.' Central . Hong Kong | 2019 22 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  Sit-in at Yuen Long for 21 July Terror Attack 4 Months On 4 months after the 21 July terror attack at Yuen Long, netizens called for a 'Never forget 21 July: Yuen Long Attack 4 Months On Sit-in' protest on 21 November. MTR Corp closed the station at 2 pm and some nearby shops were shuttered. The government launches coach service to Long Ping Station for Yuen Long residents. The public stage sit-in protests at YOHO Mall I to protest against the police’s failed enforcement on that day. A number of riot police officers have been stationed at the West Rail Yuen Long Station since 2 pm today. Some people criticized the practice of station closing as disruptive and inconvenient. But they thanked the station closing as reminder to never forget 21July. Police announced that 36 people were arrested for the 21 July attack, but only 6 of them were charged. On the other hand, about 4,500 protesters were arrested and most of them charged with rioting, showing indiscriminate arrests and injustice. At 7:30 pm, about several hundred people gathered at YOHO Mall, displaying photos and videos of the 21July terror attack, attracting the attention of many passing by. Most of the protesters wore black with masks, chanting 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of the Time' and 'July 21, Police was Absent', 'Aug 31, Police Killed'. They dispersed around 9 pm. Many then moved to the main road where they confronted massive riot police. The police hoisted a blue warning flag to disperse the crowd. Yuen Long . Hong Kong | 2019 21 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  Over 1000 Office Workers Confront Riot Police in Central Flashmob Netizens calls for continuing general strike in Hong Kong, and a 'Lunch with Us' flashmob is planned in several districts such as Central, Taikoo and Kwun Tong calling on people to rally at lunch time to show their support for the movement. Starting at 12 noon, over 1,000 people and office workers gathered in Pedder Street and Des Voeux Road Central and chanted '5 Demands, Not One Less'. In Des Voeux Road Central and Pedder Street outside Worldwide House, a large numbe r of riot police in full gear was deployed to confront the office workers out to lunch. They raised the blue warning flag. The citizens were undaunted and confronted the riot police. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 20 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  Tens of Thousands Hit Streets to Save PolyU - Nathan & Jordan Road Turned War Zones On the second day of the police siege of Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), students and netizens called on the public to take to the streets to save the university. As nightfall, crowds flocked to Tsim Sha Tsui, Jordan, Yau Ma Tei, Mong Kok and Ho Man Tin area. More than 100 social workers held up their social work cards in Tsimshatsui, demanding that they send materials to support the students. Parents of the students cried and staged a sit-in outside the police blockade and asked to enter the school to see their children. These demands were ignored by the police. A large number of citizens expressed their support for the demonstrators in PolyU and took to streets of Tsim Sha Tsui, Mody Road, Salisbury Road, Jordan Road and Nathan Road area. Riot police fired multiple tear gas rounds and shots, and repeatedly shot the crowd with water cannons, yet still failed to disperse the crowds. Starting at 6 pm, tens of thousands of people occupied the road from Tsim Sha Tsui to Mong Kok. They formed human chain to deliver materials to the front line and blocked roads with barricades on various roads. Massive riot police were deployed, firing tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse the crowd; protesters retaliate with petrol bombs and confronted the riot police, turning Jordan Road and Nathan Road into war zones of smoke and fire everywhere. Yaumatei . Hong Kong | 2019 19 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  'Don't Shoot Our Kids' Light Show by LiCHTPiRATEN as PolyU Besieged by Riot Police Hundreds of students and citizens are trapped inside Hong Kong Polytechnic University as massive riot police besieged the campus for 2 days, firing numerous rounds of tear gas. On the evening of 17 November, the 30th anniversary of the revolutions in Eastern Europe, Hong Kong protesters rally in Edinburgh Square in Central to commemorate the symbolic year of the fall of the Communist governments in 1989. The Berlin-based LiCHTPiRATEN created an engrossing large-scale light show 'Be Like Water - Free Hong Kong' projecting onto the wall of the General Post Office in Central. Caren, one of the key artist of the creative team, was captured with a poignant message 'Don't Kill Our Kids' taken at a recent local protest rally. Thousands at the rally were capivated by the dazzling images displayed against the music of "Glory to Hong Kong". Central . Hong Kong | 2019 18 Nov 2019  Thousands Rally in Central for Eastern Europe's Revolutions 30 Years On On 17 November, the 30th anniversary of the revolutions in Eastern Europe, Hong Kong protesters rally in Edinburgh Square in Central to commemorate the symbolic year of the fall of the Communist governments in Eastern European countries of 1989, reaffirming the demands of the people of Hong Kong. Police have issued a letter of no objection for the event. A week before the rally, cardboards were collected and art works were collected on the spot to build a "cardboard wall" at Edinburgh Square at 2-5 pm. At 7 pm, thousands crowded Edinburgh Place and guests were invited to speak on stage. At 9:20 pm, the "cardboard wall" would fall, symbolising the fall of iron curtain of the totalitarian regimes. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 17 Nov 2019  Pride Parade Changed to Rally - Stands with Hong Kong At 2 pm today, the "Hong Kong Pride Rally" was held at the Edinburgh Place in Central. It was the first time that the parade was changed to a rally. Hundreds of people participated. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Hong Kong pride parade, but it was changed to a rally. Openly-gay legislator Ray Chan, expressed disappointment and asked if the police would not issue a letter of no objection to marches in the future. He said that 'participatants have concerns, because even if a rally obtained a letter of no objection, the police might cancel at any time and fires tear gas rounds.' He does not worry that the rally will be hijacked and welcomes anyone who strives for equal rights to participate. Representatives of various consulates in Hong Kong, including the United States, European Union, the Netherlands, Ireland, Sweden, Canada, New Zealand, and Germany, took the stage to speak in support. Hanscom Smith, US Consul General in Hong Kong, said that the United States regards LGBT-related laws as basic human rights and hopes that Hong Kong can also protect related rights. While he is speakung, some participants chanted 'Fight for freedom, Stand with Hong Kong'. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 16 Nov 2019  Over 1000 Rally to Support Fire & Rescue Services in Central At the protest sites, firefighters and firstaiders played an essential relief effort. However , the Hong Kong Police Force is hostile to them. They have repeatedly slandered and mistreated firefighters with force. Last night (November 14), a "Rally to Support Fire and Rescue Services" at Edinburgh Place in Central was organised. It has received a notice of no objection from the police. Over 1,000 were present to express their support to these rescue heroes. On-site participants first applauded the frontline firefighters and firstaiders, and then Reverand Lau Chi-hung led prayers for Alex Chow, a college student who passed away last week, and the citizens who were found to have fallen from the building the night before. 105 statements were received from firefighters and firstaiders. An anonymous frontline firefighter pointed out that saving people has always been a priority. However, they had been repeatedly required to perform additional non-emergency work, such as clearing road blocks. Frontline pointed out that have been treated unfairly by the police at the scene of protests, saying that they were exposed to strong light and obstructed from rescues. "We are not supposed to follow police order." He said that the management of the Fire Services Department did not truthfully reflect the frontline difficulties and offered protection. At the same time, there were internal pressures on the front line to be cautious. There are also many complaints that the current firefighter unions have violated their objectives and it is imperative to set up new trade unions. Firstaiders said rescue is based on conscience, not on political views. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 15 Nov 2019  Over 1000 in Flashmob Occupying Connaught Road Central On the fourth day of general strike in Hong Kong, a "Lunch with Us" flashmob started again in several districts such as Central , calling on people to rally at lunch time to show their support for the movement. Starting at 12 noon, over 1,000 people and office workers gathered in Pedder Street in Central and chanted "Hong Kong people, Resist" and "Support Chinese University". Some people block the roads with bricks, plastic barricades, traffic cones, garbage bins, etc. At 12:45 pm, people started marching towards Worldwide House and occupied Connaught Road Central. Some removed garbage from the bins and spread them to block the roads. They then marched towards Sheung Wan, chanting "5 demands, not one less." Central . Hong Kong | 2019 14 Nov 2019  Thousands in Central Flashmob Blocking Roads - Dispersed by Riot Police For the third consecutive day, netizens conducted a flashmob in Central, blocking roads. Thousands of office workers walked out to Des Voeux Road Central and Pedder Street and blocked all traffic lanes. At 12 noon, a group of masked men in black set up roadblocks in Des Voeux Road Central, and placed bamboo poles, bricks and traffic cones on the roads. The protesters chanted "Free Hong Kong, Revolution of the Times" along the way, and held up their stretched hands for "5 Demands, Not One Less". The nearby Landmark Mall closed some entrances and exits. Some protesters in black people smashed the glass wall of Bank of Communications Pedder Street branch and its closed-circuit TV camera. A large number of riot police arrived and held a blue warning flag. The protesters formed an umbrella formation and the two sides confronted each other. After that, over 100 riot police reinforcement was deployed to disperse the protesters. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 13 Nov 2019  Protesters Confront Riot Police in Central on Day 2 of General Strike On the second day of general strike in Hong Kong, a "Lunch with Us" flashmob is planned in several districts such as Central, , calling on people to rally at lunch time to show their support for the movement. Starting at 12 noon, over 1,000 people and office workers gathered in Pedder Street in Central and chanted "Hong Kong people, revenge". In Connaught Road Central outside Worldwide House, a large number of riot police in full gear was deployed to confront the demonstrators. They raised the black warning flag (for tear gas) and the orange warning flag (for shooting) simultaneously. The protesters were undaunted and the police finally retreated and left in their vans. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 12 Nov 2019  Central Office Workers Bombarded with Tear Gas by Riot Police Netizens launched the "Dawn Action" on Remembrance Day today (Nov 11). They called on general strike and blocked traffic in various districts. When the police cleared the scene, they not only fired tear gas and pepper sprays, but also use live amunition. Angry citizens organised a flashmob in Central at noon to protest against police bruitalty and their attempt to kill frontline protesters. In addition, after 5 months of protests, the government not only failed to calm the public anger, but the police force has become more violent. The riot police dispersed the crowd in Pedder Street in Central. A man was arrested and his black jacket was ripped by the police officers. Many citizens at the scene were emotional and argued with the police to release the arrested. A large crowd surrounded the police and occupied the entire road. The police fired tear gas rounds immediately after the police raised the black flag. A large number of office workers without any gear suffered, hurriedly fled to the nearby Landmark mall and other buildings. Many people burst into tears, shouting "police are crazy"! At the junction of Pedder Street and Des Voeux Road Central, many walked out of the road and confronted the police. The crowd continued to chant "Disband the police without delay", and many office workers in suits joined in. Many gathered at the Chater Road pedestrian walkway to watch. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 11 Nov 2019  Alex Chow Memorial Rally Floods Chater Garden On Monday, the 22-year-old Hong Kong University of Science and Technology student Alex Chow Tsz-lok who fell in a parking lot under suspicious circumstances in Tseung Kwan O, and died yesterday. Tens of thousands of Hong Kong people turned up in Tamar Park on Saturday to mourn him. Tonight, a memorial meeting was organised at Chater Garden. At 7 pm, thousands of participants have already filled up Chater Garden. Reverand Chu Yiu-ming chaired the main rite, Bishop Joseph Ha Chi-shing shared his views and blessing. A giant black banner "Evil Police Rampant, Kill Indiscriminately" was hung with a "RIP" (Rest in Peace) light panel. At 7 pm, thousands of participants have already filled up Chater Garden. Reverand Chu Yiu-ming chaired the main rite, Bishop Joseph Ha Chi-shing shared his views and blessing. A giant black banner 'Evil Police Rampant, Kill Indiscriminately' was hung with a "RIP" (Rest in Peace) light panel. Central . Hong Kong | 2019 9 Nov 2019  Prayer Meeting for Alex Chow Floods Tamar Park On Monday, the 22-year-old Hong Kong University of Science and Technology student Alex Chow Tsz-lok who fell in a parking lot under suspicious circumstances in Tseung Kwan O, and died yesterday. Hong Kong people turned up in various district to mourn him. The late-night multi-district mourning activities evolved into a serious conflict with the police. Many people were arrested and live shots were fired in Yaumatei. Netizens planned a prayer meeting and memorial service at Tamar Park tonight to mourn Alex Chow and others who died or got wounded during the anti-extradition movement. The rally was given a notice of no objection by the Police today. At 6 pm, crowd gathered outside the government headquarters in Admiralty. The lawn on the Tamar Park was flooded with people, estimated at over 15,000. Admiralty . Hong Kong | 2019 9 Nov 2019  Masked Queen Victoria Poignantly Echoes Current Hong Kong Eric Fok, a Macau-based artist, kicks off 'Notes On the Future', his solo exhibition at Karen Weber Gallery. A striking art piece titled '2047.40' shows a masked Queen Victoria, a poignant reflection of the current situation in Hong Kong. On 2 November, dozens of riot police rushed into Victoria Park, where a statue of Queen Victoria sits, firing rounds of tear gas to disrupt peaceful district council election campaign meetings for no apparent reason. 3 candidates were arrested. Fok says he made the mask an add-on piece as he hope that it can be removed in the future when peace returns to Hong Kong. The greatest surprise in experiencing Eric Fok's paintings lies in the way various historical eras amalgamate into a single work. In Fok's second solo exhibition with the gallery, the artist attempts to envisage the future of Hong Kong and Macau, whilst retaining his strong engagement with previous favourite themes such as the Age of Exploration, colonization and globalisation. Exhibition period: 8 November to 7 December 2019. Causeway Bay . Hong Kong | 2019 8 Nov 2019  Chinese Univ Graduates Protest in Black as Mainland Student Wields Knife The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) have a graduation ceremony today in the midst of anti-extradition protests. Chief Executive Carrie Lam, who is also Chancellor of CUHK, will be absent. A protest march is organised today at the CUHK graduation ceremony, starting at the University MTR station at 9 am, marching to the Main Quad, and mourning for a minute of silence for those who sacrificed for the movement. During the graduation ceremony, students turned their back when the national anthem was played. The organisers reminded that as much as possible not to hinder the process of the graduation ceremony, and respect the school, the different opinions of the students and parents. The protest is to provide support at least 57 students arrested during the protests, including three medical students. A group of students went to the main quad at midnight, and went through 'decoration' of the ceremony area. They posted a number of posters for general strike, police brutality and anti-authoritarianism, and sprayed "V for Vendetta" mask and slogans on the stairs and walls. The student agreed not to post or paint in the main stage of the ceremony. The students who participated in the operation pointed out that the graduation ceremony was a ceremony attended by many high-ranking officials. Many of the posters on the main quad had been torn down. They wanted to use the graduation ceremony to restore the posters and take the opportunity to raise awareness of the current social situation. At 8:30 in the morning, a large number of graduates from Chinese University gathered outside the University Station near the statue of Goddess of Democracy, dressed in black and wearing masks and hard hat. At 9 o'clock, the march began through the University Road to the main quad, chanting 'Free Hong Kong, Revolution of the Time' and '5 Demands, Not One Less'. Upon arrival at the main quad, they sang 'Glory to Hong Kong' and chanted 'HongKongers, Resist" and "Dissolving Police Force Immediately". After that, they mourned for a minute in silence for the sacrificed. Suddenly, a man speaking Mandarin, apparently a student from Mainland China, wielded a sharp knife towards the students and sang the Chinese national anthem. When the reporter went forward and asked him why he was holding a knife, he dropped the knife. The university security guard took him and the knife away. The graduates continued their protest rally and ignored the man. Graduation ceremony was cut short while the peaceful protest did not appear to impede. Ma Liu Shui . Hong Kong | 2019 6 Nov 2019  HKUST Student-President Dialogue to Protest Police Brutality On 4 November, during the clashes in Tseung Kwan O in the early morning, the riot police fired tear gas in Sheung Tak Estate. During the period, a 22-year-old HKUST Chow was fell from the parking lot on the third floor to the second floor platform. The police was accused of having blocked the ambulance and delayed the rescue and more evidence is needed to clear public doubts. A university student reporter said that after the police fired tear gas on that night, and 3 ambulances were seen. 'A bunch of policemen were blocking access.' Some suggested that Chow jumped to avoid tear gas. Some netizens questioned that the external wall of the third floor was about 1.18 meters high and Chow did not accidentally fall, and to avoid tear gas, he could choose other ways, and even questioned whether he was coerced or thrown down. The police last night denied that they have blocked the ambulance or pushed the victim. Senior ambulanceman Wat Ki-on said on a radio program this morning that he believed that the fire department control room had a complete communications record and the situation would be clear after investigation. In addition, the police last night pointed out that the victim fell between 0:45 am and 1 am. At least 5 tear gas rounds were fired at the parking lot, but according to NOW TV News and Cable News, the police also advanced at 0:58 am and tear gas rounds were fired on the 2nd or 3rd floor of the parking lot. Legislator of Civic Party Tam Man-ho, believes that the police absolutely need to explain the truth to the public under serious contradictions. At 5 pm today, more than 2,000 students and faculty members held a rally on the campus of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology for a dialogue session with the university president to protest against the police brutality while a student was seriously injured. They asked the president to condemn the police and fully support the arrested students. The principal responded by condemning all violence. Some students raised the "Give Us the Truth" and " President: Have you tried your best to find out the truth?" Sai Kung . Hong Kong | 2019 6 Nov 2019  Over 1000 Wear V-Mask at Tsimshatsui to Protest Mask Ban Guy Fawkes Night, also known as Guy Fawkes Day, Bonfire Night and Firework Night, is an annual commemoration observed on 5 November, primarily in the United Kingdom. Its history begins with the events of 5 November 1605 O.S., when Guy Fawkes, a member of the Gunpowder Plot, was arrested while guarding explosives the plotters had placed beneath the House of Lords. Celebrating the fact that King James I had survived the attempt on his life, people lit bonfires around London; and months later, the introduction of the Observance of 5th November Act enforced an annual public day of thanksgiving for the plot's failure. Popularised by the 2006 movie "V for Vendetta", an allegory of oppression by government, the Guy Fawkes mask has now become a common brand and a convenient symbol to use in protest against tyranny. Netizens planned a V-mask Day today targeting Tsimshatsui. Over 1,000 gathered with V-mask at Urban Council Centenary Garden at 8 pm and chanted '5 Demands, Not One Less' and 'HongKongers Resist'. They read their declaration, sang 'Glory to Hong Kong' and dispersed quickly at 8:30 pm. Tsimshatsui . Hong Kong | 2019 5 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  "Prison Break" for Projekt Berlin Lit-up Tai Kwun From 6 pm throughout Projekt Berlin, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Fall of Berlin Wall, all facades around Tai Kwun's Prison Yard is transformed into a dazzling re-imagination of the thrilling metropolis of Berlin. Through an immersive and engrossing installation of light and projection mapping, and accompanied by a specially composed soundscape, the Berlin-based LiCHTPiRATEN creates a fanciful world in which past eras collide and bounce off each other, making the sweep and drama of this modern day capital come alive. The key artists of the creative team of LiCHTPiRATEN, captured in front of the fabulous 1-hour light show at the Prison Yard of Tai Kwun. This is the story of the struggle for unification of the German people - the division and finally the reunion; breaking down the Berlin Wall; triumph of democracy; and hope for the future. Uber inspiring, especially for the current situation in Hong Kong. Don't miss it. 4 - 8 / 11 - 15 / 17 Nov 6 pm; 9 - 10 Nov 8 pm; 16 Nov 9 pm; (Designated dates) 7:30pm at Prison Yard, Tai Kwun. SOHO . Hong Kong | 2019 4 Nov 2019  Exploring "Dialogue to Progress: A Silver Lining in the midst of HK Pro-democracy Movement" A group of passionate youth from different backgrounds and professions, including education, human rights law, business, youth works, etc. Triggered by the intensifying actions and atmosphere since early October, they have brainstormed on what they can do in the current chaotic situation apart from assembly and 'keyboard warriors' and finally came up with the idea of creating a real platform to gather different stakeholders to work towards the same ultimate objective: democratic development in Hong Kong, at the time that has insufficient trust and compromise. We believe that a platform for communication and understanding the thoughts of other fellows can create a common ground to push forward the pro-democracy movement. Thus, they immediately formed an ad-hoc task force called 'Together We Progress' for organising the symposium. Event Rundown: Session 1 - Panel Discussion (Approximately 2.5 hours) A. Shedding Light from International Community? How to unite Global Efforts against the Current Challenges? Moderated by Prof. Sharon Hom (Visiting Professor, Faculty of Law, HKU), guests include but not limited to Prof. Simon Shen (Adjunct Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Sciences, HKU), Dr Margaret NG (Former Member of Hong Kong Legislative Council), Mr Johnson YEUNG (Board Member, Amnesty International (Hong Kong)), Ms Claudia YIP (Spokesperon, Hong Kong Human Rights Monitor) and Mr Sunny CHEUNG (Spokesperson, Hong Kong Higher Institutions International Affairs Delagation) B. Beyond the Deadlock: Future Collective Actions by Hongkongers Moderated by Mr Bruce Lui (Senior Lecturer, Dept of Journalism, HKBU), guests include Mr Eric Cheung (Principal Lecturer, Faculty of Law, HKU), Mr Johnny Lau (Current Affairs Commentator), Mr Figo Chan (Vice-convenor, Civil Human Rights Front), Ms Carol NG (Chairperson, Hong Kong Confederation of Trade Unions) and Dr Arisina MA (Specialist in Geriatric Medicine) Session 2 - Small Group Discussion (Approximately 1.5 hours) Leveraging the inspiration from Session 1, participants get to suggest feasible yet diverse plans to introduce democracy to Hong Kong under the guidance of figures with relevant knowledge and experience, mobilising community efforts and wisdom to map the way out. About 300 secondary school students, tertiary students and the general public participated at HKICC Lee Shau Kee School of Creativity in Kowloon. Kowloon City . Hong Kong | 2019 3 Nov 2019  Election Rallies to Skirt Ban Disrupted by Riot Police with Tear Gas 128 pro-democracy district council candidates said on Friday that they will hold separate election campaigns in Victoria Park from 3 pm on Saturday, in an apparent bid to skirt the need for police permission to hold a mass rally. The candidates said they don't need police approval for their campaign meetings, if each of them meets fewer than 50 people at a time. This comes as the police banned a rally today at Victoria Park to call for international support for Hong Kong's autonomy. 48 cities in 17 countries worldwide will rally in support on the same day. 2 rallies, in Edinburgh Place, for support on US Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act, and Chater Garden, for peace paper cranes folding, in Central, have been given police permission and are scheduled at 5-10 pm. One of the organisers, Ventus Lau, said they would try to keep things peaceful. On the other side of the Victoria Harbour, the "Human Rights Democracy, Sing with You" event at the junction of Nathan Road and Granville Road near the junction of Nathan Road and Granville Road was also issued with a notice of no objection. The purpose of the event is to support global resistance. At 2:30 pm, thousands gathered at Victoria Park. After attending the election campaign meetings, the voters tried to walk to Edinburgh Square and Chater Garden to participate in the rallies in Central. Over 100 riot police rushed into the Victoria Park and fired tear gas rounds. They ignored the protest by the candidates and the public against the interuption of legal election campaign meetings and dispersed the crowd by force. Causeway Bay . Hong Kong | 2019 2 Nov 2019  My photo is the top story on the front page of Master-Insight.  Central Flashmob Protest Against Police Live Shots & DQ Joshua Wong Some netizens felt that the police had been been arresting indiscriminately with brutality, and fired live ammunition at protesters on 1 Octorer. The Carrie Lam government disqualified (DQ) Joshua Wong from running in the district election. The situation is worrying. The 2-district flashmob protest marches were launched today, including Hong Kong Island and Kwun Tong. For Hong Kong Island, protesters gathered at Chater Garden in Central at 12:30 pm. Over 1000 people came and a huge banner reading "Investigate Police Brutality, Hongkongers' Vision". Police raised the yellow flag to warn of illegal assembly, but the public was undaunted. Most people wear masks, defying the mask ban. At 1 pm, the crowd march on the road headed for Pedder Street in Central. They occupied the westbound lane and chanted 'HongKongers, Resist.' Central . 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