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WooSee covers UK affairs from a Hongkonger’s perspective — immigration policy, energy markets, infrastructure, technology, and how British life intersects with the diaspora. New analysis published daily.
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Ninety Percent of Fund Managers Underperform Indices
Ninety percent of fund managers underperform indices over the long term, making passive index investing a more rational choice due to the risks and costs associated with active investing.
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Rolls-Royce: The Core of British Industry Beyond Luxury Cars
Rolls-Royce has evolved from a luxury car brand to a core player in British industry, focusing on aviation, energy, and nuclear engineering, showcasing the UK’s strength in high-end manufacturing.
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The Realities and Challenges of Venezuelan Oil
Venezuela has the largest proven oil reserves in the world, but its extraction and economic viability face significant challenges, particularly regarding safety and technology. As global energy transitions, the long-term growth potential for oil is also being compressed.
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The Evolution of Hongkongers’ Right of Abode in the UK
The history of Hongkongers’ right of abode in the UK reflects the decline of the British Empire and the changes in legal frameworks, significantly impacting the identity and rights of Hongkongers.
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Is Tea Drinking a Culture or a Bad Habit?
The tea drinking culture in Hong Kong raises questions about hygiene standards in restaurants. Are customers’ self-cleaning actions inadvertently lowering the responsibility of establishments for providing clean utensils?
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The Choice of Stable Population
This article explores a fictional system that allows citizens to choose to become a stable population, relinquishing political rights for basic living guarantees, and analyzes its social implications.
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Why UK Electricity Costs Are Four Times Gas Prices
The high electricity costs in the UK compared to gas are due to policy costs and a heavy reliance on gas, which hampers the energy transition efforts.
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A Clean Energy World is a More Peaceful World
The widespread adoption of renewable energy will transform international relations and reduce wars driven by fossil fuels. This interdependence in energy can promote peace and stability.
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The PIV System: A Solution for Mold in UK Rentals
The mold issue in UK rentals often leads to blame-shifting between landlords and tenants, preventing resolution. The PIV system offers a practical solution by continuously ventilating to reduce indoor humidity and minimize mold growth.
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The Mineral Myth of Electric Vehicles: Who Exaggerates Pollution?
The pollution concerns surrounding electric vehicles are often exaggerated. In reality, when considering the entire lifecycle, electric vehicles have lower emissions compared to internal combustion engine cars, and their use of recyclable metals is more sustainable.