Badminton: The Unexpected Solution to Teenage Hormones?

In a surprising turn of events, badminton has become the unexpected answer to teenage hormones in Hong Kong. The Education Bureau's new sex-ed guide for teens and teachers has caused quite a stir, with its unconventional advice to play badminton as a solution for a teenage boy feeling less than chaste while studying alone with his girlfriend. The guide suggests that going out to play badminton together in a sports hall can help alleviate the situation.

This advice has quickly become a viral sensation on social media, with young people using phrases like 'friends with badminton' instead of 'benefits', and even replacing 'Netflix and chill' with 'badminton and chill'. However, amidst the mockery, the Education Bureau is standing by its guidance, stating that the overall message is what matters. Critics, on the other hand, argue that the overall tone of the guide is outdated, out of touch, and even sexist, pointing to its advice for teens not to wear 'sexy clothing' and its suggestion for teen couples to sign a chastity pledge. One lawmaker, Doreen Kon, even questioned the practicality of booking a badminton court on such short notice.

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