Free Public Lectures on Sports and Healthy Aging Scheduled for November at Hong Kong Science Museum and Central Library

Research Grants Council to present public lecture on "Secrets of Exercise: Healthy Aging and the Best Exercise Method" and "Sports Narratives: Equestrian Through the Ages and Athlete Entrepreneurship"

The following is issued on behalf of the University Grants Committee:

Echoing the 15th National Games, the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games, the Research Grants Council (RGC) will organise a series of sports and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics)-related public lectures in November. Admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis. All are welcome.

Two lectures titled "Secrets of Exercise: Healthy Aging and the Best Exercise Method" and "Sports Narratives: Equestrian Through the Ages and Athlete Entrepreneurship" will be held on November 22 (Saturday) and November 23 (Sunday). Both lectures will be conducted in Cantonese. Details are as follows:

"Secrets of Exercise: Healthy Aging and the Best Exercise Method"

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The first session, "Role of Exercise in Healthy Aging", features Assistant Professor of the Department of Sports and Health Sciences of Hong Kong Baptist University Professor Jiao Jiao. Drawing on scientific principles and the Eastern and Western exercise concepts, the lecture will discuss how engaging sports can support physical health, cognitive function, well-being, and longevity in older adults, creating a new era of wellness for the silver-haired group.

In the second session, "What is the Best Exercise Approach for Enhancing Health?", Professor and Head of the Division of Kinesiology at School of Public Health, and Assistant Dean of the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong, Professor Parco Siu, will bridge the gap between the World Health Organization's recommendations and practical implementation, and introduce the best exercise approach for enhancing health.

Date:November 22 (Saturday)

Time: 2.30pm to 4.30pm

Venue: Lecture Hall, 1/F, Hong Kong Science Museum

Live Broadcast: Facebook page (www.facebook.com/hkscm) or YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/user/hksciencemuseum)of the Hong Kong Science Museum

"Sports Narratives: Equestrian Through the Ages and Athlete Entrepreneurship"

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The first session of the lecture, "The History of Equestrian Sports in Hong Kong and Singapore", will be presented by Assistant Professor of the Division of Humanities of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Professor Liz Chee. The lecture will focus on the history of equestrian sports in Hong Kong and Singapore, exploring why horse-racing, which originated from the British colonial era, has followed divergent trajectories in the two regions. The lecture will also cover other forms of equestrian activities.

In the second session, "From Sports to Startups: Athletes Navigating in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems", Senior Lecturer of the Department of Management of the Chinese University of Hong Kong Dr Frank Ng, will examine from an entrepreneurial ecosystem perspective the opportunities available to athletes outside the competitive arenas. He will introduce the unique qualities athletes possess for entrepreneurship, as well as the challenges within the entrepreneurial ecosystem and corresponding strategies.

Date:November23 (Sunday)

Time: 3pm to 5pm

Venue: Lecture Theatre, G/F, Hong Kong Central Library

Live Broadcast: YouTube channel of the Hong Kong Public Libraries (www.youtube.com/channel/UCJUipdvSACZjO1ldoO3YQBA)

The RGC has been regularly organising public lectures since 2009, featuring various distinguished scholars as speakers. These lectures aim to promote research knowledge from Hong Kong's tertiary institutions and raise public awareness of the significance and value of local research work.

For enquiries, please call 2524 3987 or visit the University Grants Committee webpage (www.ugc.edu.hk/eng/rgc/about/events/lectures/lectures.html). Additionally, members of the public can register for the RGC's email subscription service at www.ugc.edu.hk/eng/rgc/about/subscribeto receive regular updates.

KCDO received report of suspected hacking into instant messaging application account of Sub-district Care Team

The Kowloon City District Office (KCDO)this evening (March 16)received a report of suspected hacking into the instant messaging application account of a Sub-district Care Team which may have resulted in the leakage of personal data of service users.

The operating organisation of the Kadoorie Sub-district Care Team (i.e. Kowloon City Youths Association) reported to the KCDOthis eveningthat the instant messaging application account of Kadoorie Sub-district Care Team was suspected to have been hacked. The incident may have resulted in the leakage of personal data, including names, telephone numbers, addresses and full or partial Hong Kong Identity Card numbers, of 10 service users.

Regarding this incident, apart from informing affected service users immediately and reminding them to be vigilant, the operating organisation has also reported to the Police and notified the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data. The operating organisation is reviewing and will further strengthen its security measures. If anyone suspects a person impersonating a member of the Kadoorie Sub-district Care Team, they may contact the Kadoorie Sub-district Care Team, the KCDO or call182 111to verify the person's identity. In case of suspicious circumstances, please call the 24-hour Anti-Scam Helpline 18222.

The KCDO apologises to the persons affected for any inconvenience caused and has set up a hotline (2712 9182) for enquiries. Members of the public may also visit the Care Teams' dedicated webpage (www.had.gov.hk/en/public_services/district_services_community_care_teams/fraud_prevention.htm) to learn about the anti-fraud measures.Members and volunteers of Care Teams will wear Care Team uniforms and display Care Team member or Volunteer Certificates of Identity for identification when providing caring services. The KCDO has asked the Care Team for heightened vigilance and strengthened security measures and to continue to handle and keep personal data confidential strictly according to the guidelines. The Home Affairs Department has also reminded all Care Teams accordingly.

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