Health
Exploring Star Anise: A Bold Spice with Rich Flavor and Medicinal Value
Star anise is one of the most visually distinctive and aromatically potent spices used in cooking. Known in Cantonese as bat gok, meaning “eight corners” or “eight points,” the...
Edward Burtynsky Captures Global Industry’s Reach in “China in Africa”
Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky discovered his passion at age 11 when his father bought...
Ethical Elephant Tourism Thrives at Samui Elephant Sanctuary
In the tropical haven of Koh Samui, Thailand, Kaew Ta and Kham Phean have...
From Shy Teen to Healing Guide: Sonia Samtani’s Mission to Help Others Overcome Procrastination
Sonia Samtani’s journey from a shy teenager with low self-esteem to a respected therapist...
Yaeyama Kyori Wagyu: Japan’s Unique Beef Shines in Vietnam’s Michelin-Starred Kitchens
Not all Wagyu beef is created equal, and beef aficionados are quick to note...
Exploring Star Anise: A Bold Spice with Rich Flavor and Medicinal Value
Star anise is one of the most visually distinctive and aromatically potent spices used in cooking. Known in Cantonese as bat gok, meaning “eight...
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs with seasonal changes, typically starting in the autumn and lasting through the winter...
Alzheimer’s Patients Hope for More Time as Leqembi Offers New Treatment Option
Leqembi, a new Alzheimer’s treatment developed by Biogen and Eisai, is offering hope to patients in the early stages of the disease by slowing...
61-Year-Old Instagram Star Redefines Aging with High-Energy Dance and Positive Mindset
At 61, Mimi Ison is breaking stereotypes and redefining what it means to age gracefully. Through her Instagram account, @heymiddleage, Ison shares high-energy dance...
Big Ocean: The K-pop Group Redefining Inclusivity and Breaking Barriers
In the ever-evolving world of K-pop, Big Ocean is making history as the first idol group to feature members with hearing loss. The trio,...
Promising Research Suggests Lifestyle Changes May Reverse Early Dementia
Dementia remains a daunting global challenge, with a new case emerging every three seconds and over 55 million people affected worldwide as of 2020....
The Growing Trend of NMN Supplements: Claims, Research, and Controversy
NMN, or nicotinamide mononucleotide, is trending on social media, with an Instagram search for #NMN revealing over 230,000 posts. This molecule, naturally produced in...
Controversy Erupts Over Hospital Chair Fees in China
A hospital in China has sparked controversy by charging a patient for using a chair while receiving an intravenous infusion. At the end of...
Korean Author Rhee Kun-hoo’s Reflections on Ageing Captivate Global Readers
The 89-year-old Korean author Rhee Kun-hoo is witnessing a surge in the popularity of his essays, now being translated into various languages in 16...
Hong Kong Faces Typhoon Koinu Amidst Record Heat
Hong Kong residents are bracing themselves for the dual threats of an approaching typhoon and scorching temperatures. Typhoon Koinu, drawing near at a distance...
Hong Kong Healthcare Update: Recruitment Efforts and Staff Shortages Revealed
Hospital Authority chairman Henry Fan has provided an update on the recent recruitment of non-locally trained doctors to address the manpower shortage in Hong...
Enhancing Weather Preparedness: Hong Kong’s Strategic Response to Extreme Rainstorms
In light of the extreme weather conditions that have beleaguered Hong Kong recently, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu discussed various measures the city is...
Overcoming the ‘Monday Feeling’ with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Feeling drained at the start of the workweek despite spending the weekend resting is a common experience many people refer to as the "Monday...
Cardiovascular Aftereffects of Long Covid: A Deep Dive into Heart Health
Long Covid has emerged as one of the most complex medical phenomena in recent times. Beyond the respiratory difficulties that are commonly associated with...