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

February 6, 2025

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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ADHD and Chinese Medicine

January 31, 2025

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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How Weather Affects Hospital Stays

January 2, 2025

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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Hong Kong Airline Pulls Family Guy Episode for Tiananmen Square Scene

December 5, 2024

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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Hong Kong and Money Laundering: What's Changing?

November 26, 2024

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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Is Hong Kong Becoming a Hub for Financial Crime?

November 26, 2024

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

November 20, 2024

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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Hong Kong's Democracy Leaders Face Long Jail Terms

November 19, 2024

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

October 30, 2024

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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Sad Loss: Nine Monkeys Die in Hong Kong Zoo

October 18, 2024

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