Health

Inherited 401(k) Offers a Roth Conversion an IRA Locks Shut

Non-spouse heirs can roll an inherited 401(k) directly into a Roth IRA and pay tax once—an option that vanishes if the money reaches an IRA first.

Xi Jinping Urges China, US Youth to Advance Bilateral Cooperation

President Xi Jinping told students from 10 US universities he hopes young people will advance China-US cooperation in a reply to their letter.

China Tests Star-Based Navigation for Its 2030 Jupiter Mission

Chinese researchers tested stellar aberration navigation aboard the Tianhui-7 satellite in January, fixing its position to within 5km ahead of a 2030 Jupit

Hong Kong Cuts Subsidised Physiotherapy Places by a Third for 2027-28

Hong Kong's Education Bureau cut subsidised physiotherapy places by about a third for 2027-28 as graduates face a tightening job market

China Sets 2030 Target for Public Cultural Services in 15th Five-Year Plan

China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism issued a 15th Five-Year Plan for public cultural services, setting 2030 targets and 18 key engineering projects.

Strength Training Empowers Women to Stay Strong and Healthy as They Age

Six days a week, 64-year-old Dilys Li heads to her local gym in Hong Kong—a habit she adopted seven years ago to improve her...

Moderna’s Norovirus Vaccine in Late-Stage Trials Amid Rising Infections

Norovirus cases are surging across the U.S. this winter, but Moderna may soon offer a solution. The biotechnology company is conducting a large Phase...

FDA Approves Johnson & Johnson’s Spravato as Standalone Treatment for Depression

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Spravato, Johnson & Johnson’s nasal spray treatment, as a standalone therapy for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). This...

The Healing Power of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Herbs, Diet, and Seasonal Wellness

In many Asian cities, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) shops are easy to find, their shelves stocked with dried herbs, granules, capsules, and tonics. With...

Airports Introduce Sensory Rooms to Support Neurodiverse Travelers

Airports are often a whirlwind of noise and movement, with travelers rushing through terminals, dragging suitcases, and announcements constantly filling the air. While this...

South Korean Documentary Bodymentary Sheds Light on Eating Disorders in the Entertainment Industry

The South Korean documentary Bodymentary has sparked important discussions about eating disorders and the unrealistic body expectations placed on female entertainers. Featuring Kim Wan-sun,...

Early Macular Degeneration Diagnosis: What It Means and How to Manage It

After receiving a reminder for a routine eye test, I scheduled an appointment, thinking it was a good excuse to get a new pair...

Brazilian Woman Nearing 120 Years Seeks Guinness World Record Recognition

Two months away from what she claims to be her 120th birthday, Deolira Gliceria Pedro da Silva, a great-grandmother from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil,...

The Role of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Combating Dementia

Watching her beloved aunt, a vibrant 75-year-old teacher, succumb to dementia ignited a lifelong mission for Dr. Fanny Ip Chui-fun to uncover solutions for...

Understanding Pancreatic Cancer: Symptoms, Risks, and Early Detection

Pancreatic cancer is a devastating illness that claims around half a million lives annually. In Hong Kong alone, 889 people succumbed to the disease...

Vegan Transformation: From Pole Dancer to Pastry Chef

Linda Vongdara, a competitive pole dancer turned vegan pastry chef, experienced a life-changing journey when she transitioned to a vegan lifestyle in 2015. As...

Inside Mauritania’s Only Psychiatric Hospital: Challenges and Cultural Nuances

Graffiti scrawled above a bed in Room 13 at Mauritania’s only psychiatric hospital reads, “Stress kills your neurons.” This stark message underscores the dire...

Wine and Mediterranean Diet: A Possible Alternative to Statins for Heart Health

A new study has raised the possibility that a bottle of wine a week, combined with a Mediterranean diet, could offer heart health benefits...

Tips for Celebrating Christmas with a Loved One Who Has Dementia

Christmas can be challenging for families of those with dementia. The familiar traditions may bring confusion and distress for someone struggling with memory loss....

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