主持人：Mike Rowse and Rainbow Leung
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On this programme, we looked at the latest situation in Cuba, as the growing humanitarian crisis resulting from Washington's fuel embargo continues to grip the island. Despite thousands suffering in hospitals or without food, US President Donald Trump has threatened Havana saying "you're next". Many Cubans have taken to the streets to show resistance, and Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel says he will not capitulate under US threats.
After the break, we heard how preparations are coming along for the upcoming Hong Kong Sevens that will return to the Kai Tak Sports Stadium next weekend.
And to wrap up the show, we talked to an advocacy group that promotes the awareness of menopause in Hong Kong and helps women bridge the gaps in care.
9:05am-9:30am: Cuba humanitarian crisis
Speaker:
Andrew Leung, China Strategist and former Director General of Social Welfare
9:32am-9:48am: Hong Kong Rugby Sevens
Speaker:
Jon Pallett, Head of Communications, Hong Kong China Rugby Association
9:48am-10:00am: Menopause awareness
Speaker:
Dr. Laurena Law, Co-Founder of the Hong Kong Menopause Society
主持人：Mike Rowse and Rainbow Leung
On Monday's programme, we talked about the fine wines and culinary delights that will be featured at this year's Wine & Dine Festival. A wine expert and a restaurateur previewed the SAR's signature gastronomical spectacle, that'll turn the Central Harbourfront into a world-class epicurean hotspot later this month.
After the break, we spoke to a former jockey about his transformation into a professional runner, and how he plans to raise awareness and funds for the disabled by completing a charity run that will begin in the capital Beijing, and end in Hong Kong.
And finally, a researcher from the Hang Seng University explained her findings on a study that surveyed the behaviour of star chasing.
9:05am-9:30am: Wine & Dine Festival
Speakers:
Greg De'Eb, Principal of Crown Wine Cellars Limited
JR Robertson, Founder of El Grande Group
9:32am-9:45am: 3,000km Beijing to Hong Kong run
Speaker:
Jo Lodder, a Hong Kong-based runner and former jockey
9:45am-10:00am: Study on celebrity chasing
Speaker:
Dr Janice Wong, Lecturer at the School of Communication and Associate Director at the Centre for Communication Studies, Hang Seng University of Hong Kong
