New Rules for Game Machines and Internet Cafes

May 4, 2026, 13:54
HKPolitics

Introduction

The government wants new laws for game machines and internet cafes.

Main Body

Many people use claw and pinball machines. The government says these machines are like gambling. They can cause addiction. Now, every machine with a prize must have a license. Shops must put warning signs at the door. The government also wants new rules for internet cafes. Some cafes might become 'game centres'. Students in school uniforms cannot go into game centres. Other cafes can follow safety rules. They must have good air and fire safety. People cannot sleep in these cafes. These rules are now laws, not choices.

Conclusion

A group of leaders will talk about these rules next Monday.

Learning

🛑 The Power of "MUST"

In this text, we see a word used many times: Must.

When you see must, it means you have no choice. It is a rule.

Examples from the text:

  • Must have a license →\rightarrow (It is required)
  • Must put warning signs →\rightarrow (It is required)
  • Must have good air →\rightarrow (It is required)

💡 Simple Pattern: [Person/Thing] + must + [Action]

Try to remember this simple shape to talk about rules:

  • I must study.
  • The shop must open.
  • Students must wait.

⚠️ The Opposite: "Cannot"

If must is a "Green Light" (Do it!), cannot is a "Red Light" (Stop!).

  • Students cannot go in →\rightarrow (Stop! Not allowed)
  • People cannot sleep →\rightarrow (Stop! Not allowed)

Vocabulary Learning

government
The group of people who control a country or area.
Example:The government will make new rules.
gambling
Playing games for money or prizes.
Example:Gambling can be risky.
addiction
A strong desire or habit that is hard to stop.
Example:Addiction to games can hurt your health.
license
An official permission to do something.
Example:The shop needs a license to sell prizes.
warning
A notice that something bad might happen.
Example:The sign gave a warning about fire.
safety
The condition of being protected from danger.
Example:Safety rules keep everyone safe.
fire
Burning that can be dangerous.
Example:The fire alarm sounds in the cafe.
sleep
To rest with closed eyes.
Example:People cannot sleep in the cafe.
leaders
People who guide or manage others.
Example:Leaders will discuss the new rules.
Monday
The first day of the work week.
Example:The meeting is on Monday.