China teen’s Hong Kong concert trip costs family government subsidies, sparking mixed reaction
A teenage girl in mainland China travelled to Hong Kong to attend a concert of her idol, resulting in her family losing their government living allowances due to her actions being classified as a form of “high-end consumption.” This incident has sparked intense debate in China and has divided public opinion since it was reported by the mainland news portal, The Cover. According to a social media…
Former San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School principal Mr Lee Cheuk-hing has initiated legal proceedings against his former school for wrongful termination. The case, which originated from a viral video of Mr Lee shouting and swearing at local security guards during a school trip to Singapore in May 2022, has garnered widespread attention and debate.
The Singapore Security Guard Association (SSGA) has expressed concerns over Mr Lee's behavior, emphasizing the need for proper communication and etiquette when dealing with foreign guards. The principal's actions sparked discussions on racism and misconduct, both online and offline.
Mr Lee, however, maintains that his actions were driven by a desire to protect his students' safety. He explained that the school had previously allowed buses to disembark outside venues during trips, but communication difficulties with the guards hindered this routine. Despite this, Mr Lee acknowledged that there were no excuses for his improper behavior.
The lawsuit, initially seeking over HK$960,000 (approximately S$155,200) in damages, has been amended to HK$902,867 (around S$146,000) as some claims have been settled by the school. The case is set to proceed to trial in December.
Written by urgent.news from The Independent Singapore's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
