新龍城茶樓的最後一夜

簡介：
隨着牛池灣村清拆重建，村內已有67年歷史的鐵皮屋新龍城茶樓由於在清拆範圍，所以亦難以留下，經營茶樓多年的張家幾兄妹，決定在 3月31日先結束晚市，那一夜，菜餚香，人情味更濃，記者連日採訪，記錄了茶樓的最後歲月。

自提點成了本地小店救命草

簡介：
香港零售市道疲弱，不少實體店老闆都表示生意越來越難做。另一邊廂，跨境網購熱潮席捲全港，近一兩年，街頭巷尾湧現大量網購自提點，記者發現有店鋪甚至轉型或兼做自提點，加入這條網購產業鍊。跨境網購既衝擊本地零售業，但又成為一些小店的救命草，情況如何？記者去了解過。

過關

簡介：
福建有一個古老民俗《過關》，村民通過儀式祈福祈願，庇佑小孩子安康，新人顺遂；亦可送别離世親人，表達思念。楊家父子過去五代都是《過關》師傅，他們代代相傳，如何以莊重的儀式留存民俗文化，同時展現世人對生命的敬畏？

她們

簡介：
香港的外藉家庭傭工數目多達三十多萬，約佔本地勞動人口的十分之一，她們不但為本地僱主長時間服務，照顧家中老幼，更加為香港經濟作出貢獻，讓家庭主婦重投勞動市場，釋放工作潛力。趁星期天，記者走進放假的外傭人群中，了解她們離鄉別井來打工的心情。

Deliveroo’s Final Chapter: The Battle for Dominance in Hong Kong’s Food Delivery Market

The project examines the evolving landscape of Hong Kong’s food delivery market following Deliveroo’s withdrawal from the city. Through a combination of data journalism techniques, questionnaire surveys, street interviews, and expert interviews, the team investigated the competitive dynamics among the three major delivery platforms—Deliveroo, Food panda, and Keeta—and explored changing consumer preferences and market trends.

The findings reveal that promotional pricing, restaurant variety, and delivery speed are the key factors influencing consumers’ platform choices. The study also highlights how Deliveroo gradually lost its competitive advantage amid intensifying market competition and rising operational costs, ultimately leading to its exit from Hong Kong. By integrating quantitative data with firsthand public opinions, the project provides valuable insights into the transformation of Hong Kong’s food delivery industry and its future development.

The School of Communication (SCOM) held its First Teaching Sharing Seminar in AY2025/26 on 28 May 2026. The seminar was delivered by Dr. Chan Ka Lok, Sobel, Senior Lecturer of SCOM, under the title “AI Video Model for Enhancing Teaching, Learning and Content Creation.”

Dr. Chan first introduced the outcomes of the teaching development project “Enhancing Digital Communication through Generative AI: A Pilot Scheme for Innovative Pedagogies.” Supported by the University Teaching and Learning Development Grant, the project was conducted under the leadership and supervision of Professor Chiu Ying Chun, Ronald. The project team included Dr. Chan Ka Lok, Sobel, Ms. Cheng Suet Oi, Glacial, and Ms. Law Suk Yi, Doris. Through a series of practice-based workshops, the project aimed to enhance students’ AI application skills and AI literacy.

Based on pre- and post-workshop surveys, focus group discussions, student feedback, and project-based assessment, students showed clear improvement in AI tool application, and prompt engineering. Students also noted that the visits to RTHK’s AI Lab and television production studio helped them connect classroom learning with real-world industry practice.

In the second part of the seminar, focusing on the practice-based module CMT2001 Visual Effects and Animation in the Martin Ka Shing Lee Innovation Lab, he demonstrated how students learned virtual production workflows, AI VFX, set extension, motion control, and real-time interaction between performers and virtual backgrounds. He pointed out that XR production can reduce the limitations of traditional green-screen shooting, enhance production efficiency, and expand creative possibilities.

Dr. Chan emphasized that AI education should go beyond tool operation. Students also need to develop creative storytelling, aesthetic judgment, ethical awareness, and AI literacy. He proposed the teaching concept of “High Human Touch and High AI Tech,” encouraging students to make effective use of AI while creating original works with emotional depth and humanistic concern.

The seminar concluded with a question-and-answer session, during which SCOM colleagues exchanged views on the future development of AI-empowered teaching and  learning. The sharing demonstrated SCOM’s ongoing commitment to curriculum innovation and its efforts to equip students for the rapidly evolving media and communication industries.

Photo 1: Professor Siu Yuk Tai, Trevor introduces the theme of “AI-generated Video and Teaching” for the First Teaching Sharing Seminar in AY2025/26.

Photo 2: Dr. Chan Ka Lok, Sobel shares his teaching experience in AI video models and generative AI pedagogy.

Photo 3: The seminar showcases the application of AI VFX, XR production, and motion control technology in communication education.

It is pleased to announce that the AI animated short film Sushi Party, directed by Dr. Sobel Chan Ka Lok, Senior Lecturer of the School of Communication, has received a series of international recognitions across art-tech, AI cinema, and animation film festivals. The film has been officially selected by Miami Art-Tech Summit 2025, AI Film Awards Cannes 2025, AI Short Film Festival Larissa Lumina 2025, and Brighton International Animation Festival 2026, and was also named a Finalist at Neu Wave AI Film Festival 2025.

The latest recognition comes from the Brighton International Animation Festival 2026, where Sushi Party has been officially selected for the “You’ve Got to Laugh” comedy animation programme, scheduled for 25 April 2026 at the Brighton Dome Studio Theatre in UK. This selection is particularly meaningful as the Brighton International Animation Festival is a British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA)-qualifying animation festival, further affirming the film’s international visibility and professional recognition.

The standing of the BIAF jury also reflects the festival’s strong professional profile. Its jury brings together internationally recognized animation and creative industry figures, including Nina Gantz, a BAFTA-winning and Oscar-nominated Dutch animation director; Golden Wolf, an award-winning creative agency with offices in London and New York; and Amy Ashton, co-founder and director of BlackFrame, who has extensive experience in animation, commercials, children’s series, music videos, and community-based creative production.

The wider festival journey of Sushi Party reflects Dr. Chan’s continuous exploration of generative AI, animation, comedy, and visual storytelling. The film also aligns with the School of Communication’s commitment to creative media innovation, digital storytelling, and the integration of emerging technologies into communication education. Through this achievement, Dr. Chan’s work demonstrates how AI-assisted animation filmmaking can open new creative possibilities for both professional media production and future-oriented communication education

Image : Sushi Party was officially selected for the “You’ve Got to Laugh” comedy animation programme at Brighton International Animation Festival 2026.

【傳播學院AI工作坊．學生作品巡禮】

20位來自大學不同課程的同學，經過為期八個星期的學習，成功以AI創作出各自的影像作品，導師兼評審們都高度評價學生作品創意無限、題材多元、勇於嘗試，並寄語同學們在擁抱及善用AI之餘，亦要避免依賴AI，以提升個人說故事的能力與創意。

這裡匯集了同學們的學習成果，請多多支持，多謝收睇！

The School of Communication at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong recently hosted an enriching learning activity titled “Exploring Macao: Preserving and Revitalizing Chinese Culture” from April 28 to 29. Thirty students from diverse academic disciplines, accompanied by four faculty members, embarked on an immersive two-day, one-night cultural exploration of Macao. Supported by the Sin Wai Kin Chinese Culture Promotion Scheme and assisted by the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao S.A.R. Government, the activity provided students with a multifaceted experience through site visits and thematic lectures, enabling them to gain a deep understanding of the significance and practical methods of preserving Macao’s rich Chinese cultural heritage.

Although Macao is widely celebrated for its distinctive Portuguese architectural style, it also harbors a vibrant and diverse Chinese cultural heritage. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2005, Macao features over 20 historic buildings that uniquely blend Western architectural influences with traditional temples and Lingnan-style mansions. Protecting these invaluable cultural assets remains a vital and ongoing effort. This educational journey aimed at deepening students’ appreciation of Macao’s rich cultural and historical tapestry, highlighting the importance of preserving these treasures through guided tours, expert presentations, and immersive culinary experiences. The initiative closely aligns with the mission of the Sin Wai Kin Chinese Culture Promotion Scheme, which is committed to promoting the preservation and revitalization of Chinese intangible cultural heritage.

During the activity, students visited several significant historical and cultural landmarks, including the Mandarin’s House, the Taipa Houses, the Kun Iam Ancient Temple, the Former Iec Long Firecracker Factory Walkway, and the Macao Museum. Through professional guided tours, they explored the history, cultural significance, and stories behind each site.

In addition, students enjoyed Macao’s iconic snacks and authentic Portuguese cuisine, gaining firsthand insight into the city’s distinctive culinary heritage. This gastronomic experience deepened their appreciation of Macao’s rich multicultural fusion and vibrant cultural diversity.

To further deepen students’ knowledge of cultural heritage conservation and revitalization, the School invited Dr. LUI Chak Keong, a Guest Assistant Professor from Macau University of Science and Technology, to deliver a special lecture titled “Exploring World Heritage Conservation.” Dr. LUI shared valuable academic insights, and students actively engaged with him throughout the interactive Q&A session. Moreover, Dr. LEONG Hoi Keng, an expert in historical heritage, was invited by the School of Communication to personally guide students through the Kun Iam Ancient Temple, offering detailed explanations of the site’s historical background and cultural significance, thereby fostering a deeper respect and understanding of Macao’s cultural assets.

This learning journey not only broadened students’ cultural horizons but also strengthened their commitment to preserving Chinese culture, fully embodying the spirit of the Sin Wai Kin Chinese Culture Promotion Scheme in promoting cultural inheritance and innovation. The School of Communication at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong remains dedicated to advancing the promotion and protection of Chinese culture, nurturing students to become proactive advocates for cultural heritage preservation.

The first stop was the “Mandarin’s House,” where teachers and students explored the blend of Chinese and Western architecture and learned about its owner, Zheng Guanying.

Dr. LUI Chak Keong gave a special presentation to the students at the “Zheng Guanying Memorial Museum.”

Teachers and students took a group photo with Dr. LUI Chak Keong outside the “Zheng Guanying Memorial Museum.”

A guide from the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao S.A.R. Government introduced the students to the architecture, history, and stories of the “Taipa Houses.”

Teachers and students took a group photo at the “Taipa Houses.”

The students visited the former site of the “Former Iec Long Firecracker Factory” to learn about the development of Macao’s traditional firecracker industry in the 20^th century.

The students enjoyed their free time exploring Rua do Cunha during the trip.

Besides the visit, the students also had the opportunity to taste authentic Portuguese cuisine and experience the flavors of Macao.

Dr. LEONG Hoi Keng visited the Kun Iam Ancient Temple to guide the students and explain its history and culture.

Teachers and students took a group photo with Dr. LEONG Hoi Keng in front of the Kun Iam Ancient Temple.

The students visited the Macao Museum to learn about Macao’s history and culture through the exhibits.

The Macau trip ended with a visit to the Macau Museum, where teachers and students took a group photo.