Hongkong Prize – Five Scholars Win HK$2 Million
A betting shop in Mable Street, North Point, has been tipped as the source of winning tickets in hongkong prize the latest mega draw. The shop has sold two first-prize winning tickets in previous draws, bringing the total number of jackpot prizes to four.
The new prize structure was introduced this year and is designed to encourage more people to join the lottery, as well as boost public awareness of the game. It also provides more chances for the top prize to be won, with the first prize in this latest draw worth HK$163,492,500.
Five scholars at Hong Kong universities have won this year’s BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Prize, a prestigious award that aims to promote science and technology innovation in the city. Each winner will pocket HK$2 million for their contributions to research in areas such as artificial intelligence and robotics, life and health, new materials and new energy, and advanced manufacturing and fintech.
For the first time, the prize’s nomination scope has been expanded to include universities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. The aim is to support and encourage scientific researchers, especially those younger than 50, in the region, said a researcher.
The winners will receive a certificate, a monetary prize and a trophy from the Hong Kong Film Awards Association. The prizes are given based on the votes of registered voters, including local film workers and critics. A panel of adjudicators will also judge the best films for the top prize.
During the pro-Beijing protests in Hong Kong last year, police officers, tourists or students from mainland China and innocent local residents were attacked by protesters with knives or hammers. Shops, subway stations and public facilities were also vandalized. One of the prize winners’ photos showed a bleeding man being hit by a masked anti-government protester.
In his online speech, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu lauded the Ydan Prize laureates for their “brilliant minds and dedication to reshaping global education”. He said that the HKSAR government is determined to make Hong Kong an international hub of science and technology and a place where young students can thrive.
The HK Phil will extend its heartfelt gratitude to the HKPF and its principal patron Swire Group, as well as music lovers in Hong Kong and around the world, for their support of this award. The HK Phil would also like to thank all of the donors and audiences for their generous support, helping to ensure a long-lasting legacy for this important prize. It is hoped that the HKPF will continue to inspire and reward outstanding achievements in music for years to come.