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Amalissa Hall
Amalissa Hall
Amalissa joined Young Post in 2020 as the Junior Reporter Manager. She has an interest in lifestyle, culture and fashion and assists young people in their pursuit of journalism.

30 years of empowering youth in Hong Kong: KELY Support Group

Sky Siu (back) has been with the KELY Support Group for 10 years. The NGO has helped a lot of teenagers in Hong Kong, including Xyra Sace (back). Photo: Nora Tam

The KELY Support Group was founded 30 years ago. Over the last three decades, it has provided all sorts of support to Hong Kong’s teenagers, from mental health counselling to career advice.

Meet the eight-year-old who has raised HK$13,500 for charity while in quarantine

Corliss Chan, 9, has published a mini-book during her qauarantine earlier this year. She has sold 110 copies to friends and raised HK$13,500 for charity. Photo: K. Y. Cheng

An eight-year-old Hong Kong girl has made the most of her two-week quarantine in Hong Kong, publishing a mini book and raising HK$13,500 for charity in the process.

Who are some of the youngest Olympians this year?

The Tokyo Olympics’ youngest competitor, Hend Zaza, was just five when she first picked up a table tennis paddle. Photo: AFP

Golfer Yuka Saso, winner of the US Women’s Open earlier this year, and skateboarder Sky Brown, ranked number three in the world for park skateboarding, are just two of the many young faces you can expect to see

5 of 7 perfect scorers in Hong Kong’s DSE exams to study medicine locally

Ian Chiu, one of three ‘super achievers’ on this year’s university entrance exams, celebrates his achievement at his school in Tuen Mun on Wednesday. Photo: Sam Tsang

Inspired by the impact of Covid-19, some of the perfect scorers hope to ‘serve the weak and the ill’ as doctors in the future.

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DSE 2021: Hong Kong’s Diocesan Girls’ School sees 2 of this year’s 7 top scorers

Nearly 50,000 students sat for this year's DSE exams - the fewest since they were introduced in 2012. Photo: SCMP/ May Tse

Perfect scorers came from six different schools, with DGS, St Mary’s Canossians College, and Po Leung Kuk Tang Yuk Tien College home to super top scorers

How to prepare yourself for HKDSE results day

You've worked so hard studying for your exams, so make sure to give yourself a break!

An academic adviser and former exam candidate tell ‘Young Post’ what to expect when you receive your marks and how to handle high emotions.

Best study tips from 2021’s top IB students

Students from Diocesan Boys' School who achieved the maximum score of 45 points on the International Baccalaureate (IB). Photo: SCMP / Winson Wong

Hong Kong students with perfect or near-perfect scores on this year’s International Baccalaureate share their advice for exam revision. Take breaks, and create a strong support network.

Many of the 130 Hong Kong students with perfect IB scores plan to study in the city

Diocesan Boys' School students who earned 45 and 44 points on the International Baccalaureate (IB) pose for a photo on campus. Photo: SCMP/Winson Wong

While some students say they will attend university abroad, many say Hong Kong is their home and they want to stay.

Meditation and mindfulness in a Hong Kong monastery

Monks and nuns discussed the principles of love at Plum Village on Lantau Island. Photo: Plum Village

Plum Village on Lantau Island aims to help people realise the importance of happiness and become more aware and present in all aspects of life.

Asking for a Friend: Help! I don’t have time to exercise, and it’s making me feel self-conscious

Everything about your routine has changed a lot over the last year, so don't beat yourself up if you're struggling to handle everything!

This week, we discuss why eating healthy food is as important as doing exercise and offer a few tips about writing a personal statement for your university application

Planning to study in the US? Here’s what you should know about the common application

Thinking about going to university in the US? You might need to use the common application.

The platform allows you to apply for undergraduate university admission at Ivy League schools, private colleges, and more.

Help! My friend is better at our shared hobby, and it makes me jealous

Try not to be jealous if your friend's videos get more likes. Instead, you could ask them for advice on improving your own content!

This week, we discuss ways to get better at your hobby and how to make up with a parent after a fight.

Asking for a Friend: Help! What do I do when people body shame me?

Don't be afraid to say, "Why are you so obsessed with what I eat?"

We have tips about how to maintain friendships on social media and what to do when your friends seemed obsessed with your food.

Results: Game of Cones Semi-finals - Drumstick or Mochi Ice? Oreo or Melona?

What will be crowned the ruler of all the Hong Kong convenience store ice creams?

Check out which frozen treats will go to the finals, as we prepare to wrap up our quest for Hong Kong’s best convenience store ice cream.

The teens who raised HK$400k over 100km - and all for charity

German Swiss International School students (from left) Jaden Cheng, Gabriel Löwy, Jack Ryan, and Martin Lau Yan-chak faced treacherous climbs together to raise money for charity. Photo: Jack Ryan

Students Jack Ryan, Gabriel Löwy, Jaden Cheng, and Martin Lau aimed to raise HK$100,000 for charity by walking the MacLehose trail - but brought in four times the amount.

6 hot and spicy food and drinks for the sweltering Hong Kong summer

We know it might SOUND strange, but have you considered spicy and hot food for this weather?

You might want to reach for a cold treat, but something hot might do a better job at cooling you down.

Asking for a Friend: Will I ever stop feeling sad about losing my pet cat?

It's not easy dealing with the loss of a pet, but there are ways to process what you're feeling.

We’ve got advice about what to do if you are thinking about taking up a summer internship, and how to deal with the loss of a beloved animal friend.

Game of Cones Round 2: Kit Kat or Oreo? Melona or Tiger Sugar?

What will be crowned Hong Kong's best convenience store ice cream?

Whatever you choose will decide which frozen treats go to the semi-finals next week, as we continue our quest for Hong Kong’s best convenience store ice cream.

‘Among Us’ chicken nugget set to blow up like BTS’ ‘Dynamite’

You could buy a car, or three years university in Hong Kong for that price! Photo: Twitter/Among Us

How much would you be prepared to spend on merch?

‘BTS McDonald’s Meal’ review: We stan the Cajun sauce

Have you grabbed your BTS meal yet? Photo: Handout

While there’s nothing out of the ordinary about chicken nuggets and fries, the dipping sauces are the stars of the show.

Your guide to gender identity and the importance of pronouns

Using someone's correct pronouns is a way to respect the person in front of you.

Four people who identify as he/him, she/her, and they/them share why using a person’s correct pronouns is not only easy, but a form of respect.

EDB launches career planning tools for students awaiting DSE results

The DSEs are done and results won't be released until July, but until then students can plan possible paths for their futures using these new tools from the EDB. Photo: Handout

Candidates can get career guidance, find information about different areas of study, and plan their time after secondary school on the website.

Hong Kong students are stressed, but still hopeful

Despite the stress of the last couple of years, most students in Hong Kong are still hopeful for the future.

A new study conducted by Save the Children found that teens want to be listened to more by their schools and other adults in their lives.

Asking for a Friend: Help! How do I stop biting my nails?

Can't stop biting your nails? Friend of a Friend is here to help.

How can you ditch bad habits, and should you be worried if your girlfriend or boyfriend cancels your plans to hang out with someone else?

Game of Cones Round 1 results: Magnum or Drumstick? Samanco or mochi?

Which convenience store ice cream will be named the best ever of 2021?

With summer holidays fast approaching, it’s crucial that we finalise this most important ranking.

Who will win the Game of Cones?

It's the ultimate Game of Cones ... and there can be only one winner.

Join us on Instagram live every Friday as we taste and compare the best sweet treats that 7-Eleven and Circle K have to offer.

Asking for a Friend: Help! Do I have to stop talking to a girl because my friend fancies her?

No one has 'dibs' on anyone, especially when it comes to dating. Everyone is allowed to make their own decisions.

Our resident advice columnist discusses friends, crushes and what to do when you overhear things you shouldn’t.

Hong Kong’s Youth Arch Student Improvement Awards celebrate students who worked to improve themselves

Hui Wai-nam, Wong Cheuk-mei and So Sze-yi were just some of the winners of this year’s award. Photo: Handout

10 teens were recognised for their ability to overcome challenges at school and in their personal lives

Are you ‘avoidant coping’? How to identify it and break the cycle

Unfortunately, pretending a task doesn't need to be done won't make it go away (we speak from experience).

Do you find yourself putting off important tasks in favour of YouTube? Here’s how to break out of this mindset and change your habits.

Asking for a Friend: Help! Practicality or passion - which career path should I follow?

You can pursue your creative dreams, but it is important to stay grounded.

This week we talk about pursuing your dreams and negative thoughts

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