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"Winter Solstice With You": District Councillor Spreads Christmas Cheer at Street Booth
Tonight is winter solstice, traditionally a night of dinner and gathering with family and friends. With the epidemic, however, it is not so feasible to go out and celebrate the solstice, or the coming Christmas neither. With so much disheartening news of Hongkongers facing political persecution in the city, and even in China - as in the case of #Save12HKYouths - many in the city find themselves with little Christmas joy this year.
Tonight, Mongkok North District Councillor Siu Tak-kin set up a street-side Christmas display, with a 4-meter Christmas tree and a 2-meter-tall snowman figure. Many citizens passing by posed for Christmas photos. Siu's district council team had originally ordered wall calendars to be handed out to citizens, but the shipment was detained in China. Instead, Siu's team printed new calendar posters, and handed them out to passing citizens.
They also set up a table for "Christmas cards for 12 HKers", where citizens could write their thoughts to the 12 detained Hongkongers. Siu will later mail them to the 12's detention center in Shenzhen.
#Dec21 #WinterSolstice #Heartwarming
"Winter Solstice With You": District Councillor Spreads Christmas Cheer at Street Booth
Tonight is winter solstice, traditionally a night of dinner and gathering with family and friends. With the epidemic, however, it is not so feasible to go out and celebrate the solstice, or the coming Christmas neither. With so much disheartening news of Hongkongers facing political persecution in the city, and even in China - as in the case of #Save12HKYouths - many in the city find themselves with little Christmas joy this year.
Tonight, Mongkok North District Councillor Siu Tak-kin set up a street-side Christmas display, with a 4-meter Christmas tree and a 2-meter-tall snowman figure. Many citizens passing by posed for Christmas photos. Siu's district council team had originally ordered wall calendars to be handed out to citizens, but the shipment was detained in China. Instead, Siu's team printed new calendar posters, and handed them out to passing citizens.
They also set up a table for "Christmas cards for 12 HKers", where citizens could write their thoughts to the 12 detained Hongkongers. Siu will later mail them to the 12's detention center in Shenzhen.
#Dec21 #WinterSolstice #Heartwarming
#HeartWarming #NewYear2021
Streetside Banners of Song Lyrics for a Season of Heavy Hearts in Hong Kong
Source: 100 Most
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Streetside Banners of Song Lyrics for a Season of Heavy Hearts in Hong Kong
In Hong Kong, banners with social movement-themed song lyrics appeared on the streets of Mongkok over the past few weeks, in courtesy of Mongkok North District Councilor Siu Tak-kin.
He hung up these banners at locations allotted to him as a district councillor, in order to bring the locals some cheer and blessings.
Citizens joked that these banners "come with sound" and the now-familiar songs seem to play in their heads as soon as they read the lyrics.
The lyrics on the banners read:
"Stars may fade, as darkness fills the air
Through the mist a solitary trumpet flares"
"If I could be by your side, through the good times and the bad -
That's already good enough"
"In the end, this is a revolution without winners
But I wish that you would - please -
stay and bear witness with me"
"If there are rioters on this planet,
Is this what they would be like?"
Source: 100 most
#Mongkok #DistrictCouncillor #ProtestArt #Song
Streetside Banners of Song Lyrics for a Season of Heavy Hearts in Hong Kong
In Hong Kong, banners with social movement-themed song lyrics appeared on the streets of Mongkok over the past few weeks, in courtesy of Mongkok North District Councilor Siu Tak-kin.
He hung up these banners at locations allotted to him as a district councillor, in order to bring the locals some cheer and blessings.
Citizens joked that these banners "come with sound" and the now-familiar songs seem to play in their heads as soon as they read the lyrics.
The lyrics on the banners read:
"Stars may fade, as darkness fills the air
Through the mist a solitary trumpet flares"
"If I could be by your side, through the good times and the bad -
That's already good enough"
"In the end, this is a revolution without winners
But I wish that you would - please -
stay and bear witness with me"
"If there are rioters on this planet,
Is this what they would be like?"
Source: 100 most
#Mongkok #DistrictCouncillor #ProtestArt #Song
#TaiwanPineapple
We can no longer go on rallies, we can no longer vote; But at least, we can still buy pineapples
A netizen posted on a Facebook group dedicated to shopping and dining services in Hong Kong. He shared a bittersweet incident he witnessed at a fruit store in Yuen Long after the Taiwanese pineapple import ban:
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We can no longer go on rallies, we can no longer vote; But at least, we can still buy pineapples
A netizen posted on a Facebook group dedicated to shopping and dining services in Hong Kong. He shared a bittersweet incident he witnessed at a fruit store in Yuen Long after the Taiwanese pineapple import ban:
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#TaiwanPineapple
“Hong Kong people can no longer go on rallies, can no longer vote;
But at least, we can still buy pineapples.
Since the Chinese import ban on Taiwanese pineapples two weeks ago, many Yuen Long residents asked a local fruit store whether they can purchase Taiwanese pineapples. The crazy owner immediately took up the suggestion without hesitation, and had promised to order them. That order filled 10 whole pallets. The owner worried whether he had overstocked.
When I went to the store in the afternoon, this was the scene I saw: hundreds of pineapple boxes sold out in a couple of hours. Those with cars came to pick up entire boxes; those queuing in line patiently waited. Many of those in line even had to place orders when they were sold out.
We all had an unspoken understanding, that this is the only thing left we can do.
This is our silent protest.
With the money spent on a 20-dollar pineapple, we support those walking on the same path as us, and gave ourselves the courage to live on in this changed city.
The pineapple I ate tasted bittersweet, just like all the joy and sorrows we share with each other.
Thank you, citizens of Yuen Long.
Thank you, the crazy owner of Hokee Fruits (@hokee_meows).
#heartwarming #YellowEconomy
Source: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2701324926545942/permalink/4161667767178310
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U.S., Canada hail Taiwan's 'freedom pineapples' after Chinese ban
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/29024
“Hong Kong people can no longer go on rallies, can no longer vote;
But at least, we can still buy pineapples.
Since the Chinese import ban on Taiwanese pineapples two weeks ago, many Yuen Long residents asked a local fruit store whether they can purchase Taiwanese pineapples. The crazy owner immediately took up the suggestion without hesitation, and had promised to order them. That order filled 10 whole pallets. The owner worried whether he had overstocked.
When I went to the store in the afternoon, this was the scene I saw: hundreds of pineapple boxes sold out in a couple of hours. Those with cars came to pick up entire boxes; those queuing in line patiently waited. Many of those in line even had to place orders when they were sold out.
We all had an unspoken understanding, that this is the only thing left we can do.
This is our silent protest.
With the money spent on a 20-dollar pineapple, we support those walking on the same path as us, and gave ourselves the courage to live on in this changed city.
The pineapple I ate tasted bittersweet, just like all the joy and sorrows we share with each other.
Thank you, citizens of Yuen Long.
Thank you, the crazy owner of Hokee Fruits (@hokee_meows).
#heartwarming #YellowEconomy
Source: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2701324926545942/permalink/4161667767178310
See also:
U.S., Canada hail Taiwan's 'freedom pineapples' after Chinese ban
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/29024
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Remanded Former Lawmaker #AlbertHo Receives Letter from Grandson: "Come Home Soon and We Love You"
Albert Ho, vice-chairman of Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China, with 9 other members of the Democratic Party were accused of organising and knowingly taking part in an unauthorized assembly and other charges on October 1, 2019.
All 10 pro-democracy figures pleaded guilty before the hearing. They were then remanded and the sentencing was set to be announced on May 28, 2021.
Ho’s former assistant and currently Tuen Mun District Councillor, Beatrice Chu, posted on her Facebook page that Ho was unwell when she visited him.
Ho said that he has been lacking sleep because he was put in an individual cell that was poorly ventilated.
On May 23, 2021, Chu posted an update on her page that Ho had been moved to a cell with better ventilation, but he still had poor appetite and looked depressed.
She mentioned that Ho’s grandchild wrote a letter to cheer up Ho on May 22, 2021. His grandson said he missed Ho much and that he understood Ho’s life in the cell is “bored and hot, but you have to stay strong! We all love you!"
Ho's grandson also told Ho that he would take good care of Grandma and not to worry.
Source: Stand News #May23
#Letter #HeartWarming #Love #BringThemBack #ComeHome #PoliticalSuppression #Jail
Remanded Former Lawmaker #AlbertHo Receives Letter from Grandson: "Come Home Soon and We Love You"
Albert Ho, vice-chairman of Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China, with 9 other members of the Democratic Party were accused of organising and knowingly taking part in an unauthorized assembly and other charges on October 1, 2019.
All 10 pro-democracy figures pleaded guilty before the hearing. They were then remanded and the sentencing was set to be announced on May 28, 2021.
Ho’s former assistant and currently Tuen Mun District Councillor, Beatrice Chu, posted on her Facebook page that Ho was unwell when she visited him.
Ho said that he has been lacking sleep because he was put in an individual cell that was poorly ventilated.
On May 23, 2021, Chu posted an update on her page that Ho had been moved to a cell with better ventilation, but he still had poor appetite and looked depressed.
She mentioned that Ho’s grandchild wrote a letter to cheer up Ho on May 22, 2021. His grandson said he missed Ho much and that he understood Ho’s life in the cell is “bored and hot, but you have to stay strong! We all love you!"
Ho's grandson also told Ho that he would take good care of Grandma and not to worry.
Source: Stand News #May23
#Letter #HeartWarming #Love #BringThemBack #ComeHome #PoliticalSuppression #Jail
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Hongkongers Wish Pro-democracy Protesters Happy Birthday in #Court
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Hongkongers Wish Pro-democracy Protesters Happy Birthday in #Court
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#HeartWarming #NeverGiveUp
Hongkongers Wish Pro-democracy Protesters Happy Birthday in #Court
Video: https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/30263
In a hearing relating to a pro-democracy protest on December 8, 2019, citizens went to the High Court on June 8, 2021 to voice support for the defendents who were charged by the prosecution with "conspiring to assault with intent".
Among the defendants, #LaiChunPong, the owner of the pro-democracy 'yellow' store 3C, and #CheungMingYu, who was one of the 12 Hongkongers arrested and jailed in China, both have their birthdays in June.
As the hearing came to an end, their families together with some supporting citizens, shouted "Happy Birthday" and "Fight On" to them.
As they were remanded and transported by the vehicle of the Correctional Services Department, their families and supporters unfurled a banner that read "Happy Birthday" on the street.
Lai's family members told the press they wished he could come home soon. They also mentioned that Lai was moved when other detainees made him a birthday cake inside the detention center.
Source: InMedia #Jun8
https://bit.ly/3ckmjfF
#Solidarity #HappyBirthday #YellowStore #3C #Save12 #PoliticalProsecution #PoliticalPrisoner
Hongkongers Wish Pro-democracy Protesters Happy Birthday in #Court
Video: https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/30263
In a hearing relating to a pro-democracy protest on December 8, 2019, citizens went to the High Court on June 8, 2021 to voice support for the defendents who were charged by the prosecution with "conspiring to assault with intent".
Among the defendants, #LaiChunPong, the owner of the pro-democracy 'yellow' store 3C, and #CheungMingYu, who was one of the 12 Hongkongers arrested and jailed in China, both have their birthdays in June.
As the hearing came to an end, their families together with some supporting citizens, shouted "Happy Birthday" and "Fight On" to them.
As they were remanded and transported by the vehicle of the Correctional Services Department, their families and supporters unfurled a banner that read "Happy Birthday" on the street.
Lai's family members told the press they wished he could come home soon. They also mentioned that Lai was moved when other detainees made him a birthday cake inside the detention center.
Source: InMedia #Jun8
https://bit.ly/3ckmjfF
#Solidarity #HappyBirthday #YellowStore #3C #Save12 #PoliticalProsecution #PoliticalPrisoner
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Hongkongers Wish Pro-democracy Protesters Happy Birthday in #Court
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Hongkongers Wish Pro-democracy Protesters Happy Birthday in #Court
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#Heartwarming #MigrationWave #Diaspora
Free home meals for distressful #HongKongers in #UK
Source: Stand News; #Aug13
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Free home meals for distressful #HongKongers in #UK
Source: Stand News; #Aug13
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Free home meals for distressful #HongKongers in #UK
In recent months, heaps of Hong Kong people left the city for good and moved to England. Among them some could be financially improvised, while others could be afflicted for various reasons.
The #GoodNeighbourChurch England, a pro-democracy charity group originated in Hong Kong, launched a heartening “Free Home-cooked meals” project for Hongkongers in need, with an aim to take care not only the “tummies” but also the “hearts” of those in distress.
The project has been positively received in the UK with more volunteers signing up to cook and donate free meals.
The Good Neighbour Church England, the organizer of the project said that the project targets both youngsters and adults residing in the UK, regardless of the location.
Anyone who is homesick, longing for Hong Kong; or improvised; or unable to gather and dine with their family members can enroll for free meals.
There is no constrain set to recruit volunteers neither, so long as they “#LoveHongKong and love #Hongkongers.” The organizer also left “meal arrangement” open and flexible for the two parties to either “dine together at home” or arrange “takeaway”.
Source: Stand News; #Aug13
https://bit.ly/3gxbxoH
Free home meals for distressful #HongKongers in #UK
In recent months, heaps of Hong Kong people left the city for good and moved to England. Among them some could be financially improvised, while others could be afflicted for various reasons.
The #GoodNeighbourChurch England, a pro-democracy charity group originated in Hong Kong, launched a heartening “Free Home-cooked meals” project for Hongkongers in need, with an aim to take care not only the “tummies” but also the “hearts” of those in distress.
The project has been positively received in the UK with more volunteers signing up to cook and donate free meals.
The Good Neighbour Church England, the organizer of the project said that the project targets both youngsters and adults residing in the UK, regardless of the location.
Anyone who is homesick, longing for Hong Kong; or improvised; or unable to gather and dine with their family members can enroll for free meals.
There is no constrain set to recruit volunteers neither, so long as they “#LoveHongKong and love #Hongkongers.” The organizer also left “meal arrangement” open and flexible for the two parties to either “dine together at home” or arrange “takeaway”.
Source: Stand News; #Aug13
https://bit.ly/3gxbxoH
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