Hong Kong band RubberBand concluded their 'Ciao' World Tour in North America with a final show in Vancouver, having performed across three continents and nine cities. The band's intimate venues in the US and Canada allowed for close interaction with fans. A survey conducted among attendees revealed a mix of new immigrants and long-standing residents, with a significant portion having followed RubberBand's music for over five years. The concert's atmosphere was one of reunion and connection among the diaspora, with the band's lead vocalist reflecting on the challenges of gathering and the transient nature of life. RubberBand had previously performed in Vancouver 13 years ago, and their sound engineer, Jeremy Cheng, has since immigrated there. The concert was a celebration of resilience and togetherness in the face of global upheavals.

A former professional driver named Pei Ma, who volunteered for the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China during the Tiananmen Square vigils, continues his activism in Canada after the organization's dissolution. Despite facing legal challenges and the risk of arrest in Hong Kong, Pei Ma remains committed to the cause of democracy and human rights. He has been involved in setting up events for the Vancouver Supports the Democratic Movement Federation and assists newly arrived Hong Kong immigrants. The article reflects on the perseverance of activists like Pei Ma and the ongoing struggle for democracy in Hong Kong.

Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral took place in London, with the event being witnessed and captured through the lens of special correspondent Galileo Cheng, who paid tribute to the monarch who served dutifully for 70 years.