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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

How A Policy Change Messes Up The Freight Race To The USA

The US Postal Service has temporarily halted the incoming mail but not letters from China and Hong Kong. This decision, made without a clear explanation, has left must be worrying for big online shopping sites. e-commerce giants like Shein and Temu will need to find new ways to reach US customers.

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

ADHD and Chinese Medicine

Parents have expressed their experiences with a traditional Chinese therapy called Tuina, which is used to help children with ADHD. The therapy is focused on improving sleep quality and appetite. This is a big deal because sleep and appetite are common issues for kids with ADHD. In Hong Kong, par

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

How Weather Affects Hospital Stays

You might know that extreme temperatures can lead to more people being admitted to the hospital. But did you know that these same temperatures can also make people stay in the hospital longer? In a study done in Hong Kong, researchers found that patients with heart and lung diseases stayed longer in

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Dec 05 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Hong Kong Airline Pulls Family Guy Episode for Tiananmen Square Scene

Hong Kong's biggest airline, Cathay Pacific, has taken an episode of Family Guy off its in-flight entertainment after someone complained about a scene showing the Tiananmen Square crackdown. The episode, "Death Has a Shadow, " has a brief moment where Peter Griffin stands near a protester facing tan

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Hong Kong and Money Laundering: What's Changing?

Lawmakers in the US are raising concerns about Hong Kong becoming a hub for financial crimes like money laundering. They think this change started happening after Beijing introduced a new law in 2020. Now, Hong Kong might be helping countries like Russia, Iran, and North Korea avoid international ru

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Is Hong Kong Becoming a Hub for Financial Crime?

Lately, certain U. S. politicians are concerned about Hong Kong's changing role in the world of money. They're urging the government to take a closer look at its banking ties with Hong Kong. Ever since the Chinese government tightened their grip with a security law in 2020, Hong Kong has been linked

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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Jimmy Lai's Trial: A Peek into Hong Kong's Freedom Fight

In a major trial, former media tycoon Jimmy Lai has denied working with foreign powers, as he defends himself against serious charges. Lai, a strong advocate for democracy, faces life in prison if convicted. He's accused of influencing foreign policy and publishing seditious material through his med

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Nov 19 2024POLITICS

Hong Kong's Democracy Leaders Face Long Jail Terms

More than 40 of Hong Kong’s prominent democracy advocates have been sentenced to prison in the city’s largest ever national security trial. This includes well-known figures like Joshua Wong, who led pro-democracy protests and shouted “I love Hong Kong” before his sentence. The sentences range from 5

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Oct 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

“Hong Kong Cool: Two Comedy Kings Unite in a Film About Death”

Ever wondered how a movie about death can be lighthearted and appealing? Director Anselm Chan has the answer with “The Last Dance. ” This unexpected tale follows a cash-strapped wedding planner and a stern Taoist priest, played by comedy icons Dayo Wong and Michael Hui, as they form an unlikely part

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Oct 18 2024ENVIRONMENT

Sad Loss: Nine Monkeys Die in Hong Kong Zoo

Last week, nine monkeys in Hong Kong's oldest zoo passed away within two days due to an infection. The cause? A bacterial disease called melioidosis. This illness is spread through contaminated soil and water, and it's common in the region. Experts think the monkeys might have caught it from digging

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