Pursuit of academic excellence in Hong Kong shouldn’t be a deadly race (opens original article in a new tab)

A mother and daughter in Hong Kong died by suicide following an argument about education issues, highlighting concerns about the pressure and stress in the local education system.

• A mother and daughter in Hong Kong died by suicide after an argument about education issues
• The article criticizes Hong Kong's education system for prioritizing exam results over student well-being
• The system is described as a 'zero-sum' game that creates stress for students, teachers, and parents
• The author calls for re-evaluating education to focus on adaptability and creativity instead of test-taking skills