The Hong Kong Prize (HK Prize) lottery award offers one lucky ticket-holder an amazing cash prize: up to US$1.3 Million! Tickets may be purchased at any licensed shop and the winner is randomly selected from all valid entries received during a draw process; winners must also reside in Hong Kong Special Administrative Region with bank accounts located there.
Hong Kong may be relatively minor on the world stage, yet has made an impression at this year’s Olympic Games. Two gold and six silver medals earned by athletes have given Hong Kong pride of place among other Olympic cities; moreover, their success also resulted in bonus payments from organizers.
As part of their goal to encourage more people to support the community, the Hong Kong Prize has announced it will offer up to HK$1 million as an incentive for an organisation that develops a project promoting public transport’s value and benefits in Hong Kong. Winning organizations must demonstrate how their project increases public transit usage while also contributing towards sustainability initiatives and community involvement.
Hong Kong Racing Club has seen unprecedented success this year, setting new prize money records across every grade of horse race. Group 1 race The Chairman’s Sprint Prize now has a purse of more than HK$20 Million – one of Asia’s highest prize pools – while class 1, Group 2, and Griffin races have received additional prize funds to counteract middle distance runners dropping out.
The Hong Kong History Prize was created to honour George B. Endacott, who played an essential role in reestablishing the Department of History following World War II. The prize hopes to encourage scholars and students alike to pursue Hong Kong history as an academic subject.
Sameen Agha of Pakistan was awarded first place at this year’s Sovereign Asian Art Prize for her sculpture “A Home is a Terrible Place to Love”, made of red marble depicting a crumbling house. Her piece earned the grand prize.
Philippine artist Demet’s painting PPE (Paint Palette Emulation), was awarded second place. Other artists also won prizes at this event.