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Highlights: Denise Ho, Melissa Leong and The Newsreader
May 20, 2022
Cantopopstar Denise Ho discusses music as protest, MasterChef judge Melissa Leong talks about life changes, and the creators of 'The Newsreader' share behind-the-scenes insights on the 1980s drama series.
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Quick takeaways
- Denise Ho uses music as a powerful tool for protest and activism.
- Melissa Leong brings diversity to food culture as the first Asian-Australian MasterChef judge.
Deep dives
Exploring the Hong Kong Protests and Denise Ho's Activism
The tumultuous political climate in Hong Kong is highlighted, discussing John Lee's appointment as the region's chief executive. The arrest of Canadian-Cantonese pop star Denise Ho for her involvement in pro-democracy activities is detailed. Ho's advocacy for human rights and democracy, including her address to the UN Human Rights Council, is underscored. The challenges and backlash faced by celebrities like Ho for speaking out against authoritarian governments are examined.
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