Epstein, his Hong Kong academic friend and their interest in ‘psychics’

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Connor Mycroft,Wynna WongFebruary 5, 2026 at 01:02 PM

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Newly released documents reveal a relationship between Jeffrey Epstein and a Hong Kong academic, including discussions of a potential collaboration to rebrand Epstein's island. The correspondence, part of a larger release of evidence by the U.S. Justice Department, shows Epstein's interest in the academic's research into individuals with purported psychic abilities, leading to Epstein providing the academic with tens of thousands of dollars. The Hong Kong academic, formerly at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has not responded to requests for comment regarding his relationship with Epstein. The documents shed light on Epstein's efforts to involve himself in academia and science, alongside his connections to elite politics.

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