Later on this week’s show, a trip to the Baltic region for a sample of “Polish Impressions”. Taking us on that musical journey is the Baltic Neopolis Orchestra founded in Szczecin, Poland in 2008. But before venturing to Central Europe, we’re heading somewhere much closer to home, to the north eastern New Territories of Hong Kong. The three-century old Hakka village of Kuk Po is currently the centre stage for an ongoing community cultural project. "House Warming” is the inaugural exhibition of YA! YOUNG ART after launching its new art space in Horizon Plaza, Ap Lei Chau. Carrying a dual meaning of its title, it celebrates the opening of this fresh creative venue with a metaphorical "housewarming" to invite guests, while also examining how contemporary art can redefine our understanding and experience of modern living spaces and the concept of "home".

Hong Kong’s flagship tennis tournament, Hong Kong Tennis Open celebrates its 7th edition in 2024 and is part of the Hong Kong Tennis Series, which continuously elevating the professional status of Hong Kong on the international tennis landscape.

Pizza, pasta, espresso, gelato… When we think of Italy, it’s only natural for the mind to fill up with images of delicious food. However, the country is not only home to an abundance of gastronomic delights, but also a wealth of architecture, art, and culture. Mr Camelo Ficarra, Consul General of Italy in Hong Kong and Macau, will take Mishy to experience the artistic side of his homeland by appreciating the works of a master painter and enjoying Italian music at a concert held in celebration of Italy’s National Day. The Consulate has specially invited the Women Orchestra to perform in Hong Kong to commemorate the all-important day when Italian women could legally vote for the first time in 1946. Hong Kong and Italy are both gourmet paradises. As our cultural ambassador, Mishy will of course take Camelo to try an iconic Hong Kong dish: wonton noodles. The Consul General will learn how to wrap wontons and also attempt to make bamboo noodles the traditional way. Francesco Lietti is an Italian artist who has been living in Hong Kong for more than 15 years. He depicts his memories and imaginings of Hong Kong in his cityscape works. Layer by layer, tone by tone, he presents the vibrancy, energy, and colours of the city to viewers from around the globe.

Ajmal studied in a military school and planned to become a pilot. But life is full of twists and turns. Ajmal Samuel was a lieutenant in the Pakistani army when his vehicle fell off from the Kashmir mountains. The 21-year-old was left paraplegic. Settling down in Germany for convalescence, he came to Hong Kong to visit his parents. He was fascinated by the city and decided to stay. Despite his physical limits, he has taken on challenge after challenge. Discrimination was commonplace in Hong Kong in the 1990s. Despite obstacles and failures in his job search, he did not give up nor feel sorry for himself. Rather, he started out by repairing computers for foreigners, and then went on to work for a company in Silicon Valley. Later he started his own business that supports online trading, making a name for himself. Along with his success in business is the physical pain which has never ceased since his injuries. To eliminate the side effects of morphine, Ajmal exercises to stimulate his body to release endorphin as painkiller. With invincible will, he stopped the medication naturally. His perseverance even leads him to represent Hong Kong as a para-athlete, taking part in many rowing events and winning in the Asian Games and other international competitions. Ajmal also cares for the rights of other persons with disabilities. He hand-cycled in long-distance journeys to raise funds. He also founded an advocacy group with his friends to share his belief in equality with the business community and voice for the disabled. The wheelchair-bound Ajmal didn’t give up his dream in flying. This summer, he is taking on a new challenge. What will this warrior of life have in store for him?

She is everywhere. In restaurants, cafés or gyms in Wanchai, Central or Sheung Wan’s Soho area, you may have run into her - Elsa Jeandedieu. You may even have, like many locals and visitors, taken a photo with her. Is Elsa a super woman with countless manifestations? Certainly, you are not really taking a photo with Elsa the person, but her murals. Elsa was born in Southern France. Set to pursue a career in New York after studying art in France, Elsa followed her brother and came to Hong Kong in 2008. She was fascinated by the small and vibrant city and decided to take root Hong Kong. Elsa does not speak Cantonese, but her murals break the the invisible barriers between people. Yet she had a tough time at the beginning. From the Mediterranean coast of Europe to a financial centre full of skyscrapers in the East, Elsa missed the French way of life at first – the sky became a small band of blue between buildings, getting a cup of coffee was an arduous task, the creative atmosphere was a world away from that of Paris... However, it is precisely the gap in cultural development that has allowed Elsa to find a unique place for herself in Hong Kong. The city’s nature also captivates Elsa. She has fallen in love with distance running and has won numerous medals over the years. The nature has also become her inspirations in art. Over the 16 years, she witnessed the thickening of the atmosphere of art in the city. She started her own studio in 2015. She holds her first solo art exhibition in Hong Kong last year. With paintbrushes and paint, Elsa tells the story of how a warm breeze from the Mediterranean Sea drifts mile after mile to the Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong.

She is everywhere. In restaurants, cafés or gyms in Wanchai, Central or Sheung Wan’s Soho area, you may have run into her - Elsa Jeandedieu. You may even have, like many locals and visitors, taken a photo with her. Is Elsa a super woman with countless manifestations? Certainly, you are not really taking a photo with Elsa the person, but her murals. Elsa was born in Southern France. Set to pursue a career in New York after studying art in France, Elsa followed her brother and came to Hong Kong in 2008. She was fascinated by the small and vibrant city and decided to take root Hong Kong. Elsa does not speak Cantonese, but her murals break the the invisible barriers between people. Yet she had a tough time at the beginning. From the Mediterranean coast of Europe to a financial centre full of skyscrapers in the East, Elsa missed the French way of life at first – the sky became a small band of blue between buildings, getting a cup of coffee was an arduous task, the creative atmosphere was a world away from that of Paris... However, it is precisely the gap in cultural development that has allowed Elsa to find a unique place for herself in Hong Kong. The city’s nature also captivates Elsa. She has fallen in love with distance running and has won numerous medals over the years. The nature has also become her inspirations in art. Over the 16 years, she witnessed the thickening of the atmosphere of art in the city. She started her own studio in 2015. She holds her first solo art exhibition in Hong Kong last year. With paintbrushes and paint, Elsa tells the story of how a warm breeze from the Mediterranean Sea drifts mile after mile to the Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong.

“Without discipline I think everything will fall apart.” - Ted Kwan Ted is a co-founder of a social enterprise. He will share an inspiring story about his dream and his pursuit of societal betterment in his hometown of Hong Kong. Despite his father's bankruptcy during Ted's early years, his family endured years of debt without losing hope. This experience shaped Ted's perspective, leading him to believe that impoverished families can still find happiness if given the opportunity to rise and become self-sufficient. Fifteen years ago, Ted dedicated his after-work hours to pursue his passion. He invested in a social enterprise focused on assisting marginalized and ex-offender youth, helping them reintegrate into society. This marked the first step toward his dream of uplifting disadvantaged groups in Hong Kong. Ted's ultimate goal is to inspire Hong Kong citizens to support social enterprises. By encouraging consumption from these enterprises, funds are directed towards employing marginalized individuals, while customers also benefit from the goods and services offered. Over the years, Ted's initiative has evolved into a social enterprise platform, bringing his dream closer to becoming a reality. Ted's journey is an ongoing one, but his unwavering dedication and the growth of the social enterprise platform demonstrate that his vision is gradually being fulfilled. He continues to work tirelessly to create positive change and empower the less fortunate in Hong Kong.

“Our knowledge has to be enhanced from generation to generation, and I have the responsibility to pass on my knowledge to the next generation.” Being referred to as the “ghost particles”, neutrinos are one of the elementary particles of the Universe. The sun and stars rely on them for emission of light and heat. Unveiling their mysteries may facilitate our understanding of the origin and evolution of the Universe. When studying in the university, IAS Paul CW Chu Professor Kam-Biu LUK of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) was curious about the particle physics phenomenon. In the 1990s, in view of a study proposed by Japan to prove the authenticity of neutrino oscillations through the generation of a large amount of anti-neutrinos by all nuclear power plants, Professor LUK decided to focus on the study of neutrino physics. In 2012, Professor LUK and his international partners discovered the third pattern of neutrino oscillation for the first time in the Daya Bay Nuclear Power Station. This experiment indicates that neutrinos may violate a combined Charge-Conjugation and Parity (CP) symmetry, and explains the possibility of having the matter-antimatter asymmetry in the Universe. The breakthrough proves that neutrinos may violate a combined CP symmetry, thereby providing a new direction for studying why there is more matter than antimatter in the Universe. In addition, Professor LUK received many international awards in scientific research for this achievement, including the Panofsky Prize of American Physical Society, the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics, the High Energy and Particle Physics Prize of European Physical Society, as well as the 2019 Future Science Prize – Physics Prize. Nevertheless, Professor LUK was humble and did not take the credit. He said, “In fact, such a large-scale experiment required the joint support and contributions from staff members possessing many different skills, so the award should belong to everyone.” Neutrinos exist everywhere and Professor LUK’s inspiration for scientific research comes from everything in the Universe. In particular, he thinks that the nature remains to be full of mysteries. In his dialogue with the young scientist, Adrian Hoi-chun PO (HKUST’s Hari Harilela Assistant Professor of Physics), Professor LUK said, “In doing experiments, I would encourage students to explore by themselves, and I usually gave them much freedom.” Spending most of his life in scientific research, Professor LUK attaches great importance to nurturing the next generation, and is passionate about research teaching. He hopes to spend more time in understanding the thinking, strengths and weaknesses of today’s young generation, so as to provide appropriate training for them to achieve inheritance.