The prize, open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, will be awarded to the student who achieves the best result in History at the B.A. First Examination. Furthermore, this winner will have the chance to present their submissions directly to key stakeholders in the development sector as well as receive a cash prize of HK$5000 from our panel of academic and industry experts who will judge this competition.
Jimmy Lai, founder of Apple Daily (now shuttered), won the 2025 Bradley Prize for his commitment to freedom of speech and democracy. This honorary award was presented by his son Sebastien during a ceremony in Washington DC. Lai’s outspoken opposition against Beijing’s oppressive 2020 National Security Law in Hong Kong resulted in more than four years in jail – making him an international symbol of resistance against Chinese authority.
Today saw the winners of the 30th Hong Kong Film Awards revealed. This year’s awards saw their largest prize pool ever with total prizes reaching $680,125 — an increase of 3.0% year-over-year. Each top three category winner received an additional cheque worth $23,455, with champion taking home $103,455 more than in 2017.
One of the most notable changes this year was the addition of a “Best Feature Film” category for Hong Kong and Asian films, intended to increase recognition within both industries while offering international and regional filmmakers an arena to compete against one another. This proved immensely popular; winning films received praise both from audiences and critics.
Another notable change this year was the creation of the MGM Discoveries Art Prize to commemorate the launch of MGM Resorts Art Collection at Hong Kong Contemporary art fair this year. South Korean artist Shin Min was awarded its inaugural prize for her installation “Ew! There’s Hair in My Food!.” This piece delves into harsh realities of working women in high-pressure services and corporate sectors.
Professor Wolfgang Baumeister of Germany was awarded this year’s Shaw Prize – sometimes known as the Nobel Prize of the East – for his pioneering work in cryogenic electron tomography (cryo-ET). Cryo-ET allows scientists to see proteins at an atomic level, providing researchers with valuable information regarding viral infections that attack cells in our bodies as well as treatments. Cryo-ET can also be used to study cancer or neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s.
On the final day of the event, winners of the Hong Kong Prize will be recognized at a special ceremony held at City Hall and awarded with a trophy. For more information and how to apply, visit here – be aware that applications close on 31 October!
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