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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.

Photographer Returns to Douma, Syria, After Years of Exile

Photographer Sameer al-Doumy never imagined returning to Douma, his hometown in Syria, after fleeing through a rebel-dug tunnel seven years ago. Once a stronghold...

The Life of a Snake Catcher: Protecting Snakes and Educating Hong Kong

Sun Tak-hei, a 32-year-old snake enthusiast in Hong Kong, has turned his passion into a unique profession. As one of the city’s 11 licensed...

The Rise of Matcha and the Revival of Song Dynasty Tea Art

A worldwide obsession with matcha, fueled by social media, has led to a global shortage of the green tea powder. Matcha's vibrant hue and...

2025 Horoscope for the Year of the Snake: Luck, Career, Love, and Health

For those born in the Year of the Snake (1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013), 2025 brings a mix of challenges and...

Japan’s Onsen Culture: Aiming for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Recognition

A coalition of Japanese governors is pushing to have the country’s hot spring culture, or onsen, added to UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list in...

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...

Breaking Bad House Hits Market for Nearly $4 Million

The Albuquerque house made famous by the hit TV series Breaking Bad is up for sale. Once a quiet, unassuming home in one of...

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...

Nepal’s Kung Fu Nuns: Promoting Empowerment and Spiritual Strength

Atop the hills of Nepal, the nuns of Druk Amitabha Monastery celebrated the long-awaited reopening of their nunnery with an extraordinary display of martial...

Golden Globes 2025: “Wicked,” “The Brutalist,” and More Compete for Top Honors

Hollywood’s 2025 awards season begins on Sunday with the annual Golden Globes, celebrating achievements in film and television. This year’s ceremony, hosted for the...

Inspiring Life Lessons from Japan’s First Baby Hatch

Koichi Miyatsu, a 21-year-old university student, vividly remembers the “baby hatch” door at Jikei Hospital in Kumamoto, where he was placed as a toddler....

Portugal’s Enduring Love Affair with Salt Cod

In Portugal, salt cod, or bacalhau, holds an unparalleled place in the nation’s culinary heritage. Often referred to as “the faithful friend,” this dried...

Resilience of Big Basin Redwoods State Park After Wildfire

Big Basin Redwoods State Park, California’s oldest state park, showcases the enduring beauty and resilience of nature despite facing devastation. Located in the Santa...

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