Tag: Hong Kong

China Tightens Access to Tiananmen Square, 32 Detained in Hong Kong on Anniversary of 1989 Massacre

BEIJING—China tightened access to Tiananmen Square in central Beijing on Sunday, the anniversary of the military massacre of 1989 pro-democracy protests that left a still unknown number of people dead and discussions and commemorations forbidden within the country. In Hong Kong, which had been the last Chinese-controlled territory to hold commemorations, eight people, including activists…


Healthy and Delicious Snacks With Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Cancer Benefits

A balanced and nutritious diet is essential for maintaining good health, and snacks can also be a part of a healthy eating routine. Choosing the right snacks can satisfy cravings while boosting immunity, reducing chronic inflammation, and even offering anti-cancer benefits. Nuts and Seeds Some of the most nutritious nuts and seeds include walnuts, almonds,…


China Tightens Access to Tiananmen Square, 24 Detained in Hong Kong on Anniversary of 1989 Protests

BEIJING—China tightened access to Tiananmen Square in central Beijing on Sunday, the anniversary of the military suppression of 1989 pro-democracy protests that left a still unknown number of people dead and discussions and commemorations forbidden within the country. In Hong Kong, which had been the last Chinese-controlled territory to hold commemorations, eight people, including activists…


21-Year-Old Sentenced to Almost Six Years Under National Security Law for a 2021 Bombing Plot

Six members of a post-anti-extradition self-proclaimed “revolutionary” group Returning Valiant appeared for sentencing last week (May 25, 2023) at the High Court for the group’s planning bomb attacks targeting various court buildings in Hong Kong in July 2021. The case has drawn international attention because all six defendants were high-school students when their prosecution began…


‘I Will Not Bend’: MP Jenny Kwan Says She Won’t Allow China to Erase History

The briefing with Canada’s spy agency, warning Jenny Kwan that she is a target of foreign interference by China, took roughly an hour. It took less than a second, she says, for her to decide that she wouldn’t let Beijing weaken her resolve. The Hong Kong-born member of Parliament has been outspoken against human-rights violations…


Hong Kong Detains 8 People on Eve of Tiananmen Square Anniversary

HONG KONG—Hong Kong police detained eight people, including activists and artists, on the eve of the 34th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, a move that signals the city’s shrinking freedom of expression. Police said in a statement late Saturday that four people have been arrested for allegedly disrupting order in public spaces or carrying…


Don’t Underestimate the Impact of Internal Fatigue: 8 Self-Assessment Questions and Tips for Improvement

“Internal fatigue” can lead to declining bodily functions and various health issues. However, since internal organs cannot be observed externally, it is difficult for individuals to know the current state of their organs. Therefore, Japanese doctors have introduced self-assessment methods for internal fatigue and simple breathing exercises to improve it. Dr. Kotaro Nakata, an internal…


Do Eggs Raise Your Cholesterol?

For years, there have been debates in the nutritional world about how healthy it is to eat eggs. Some people believe that eggs can cause cardiovascular disease due to their high cholesterol content and say that you can eat egg whites but not egg yolk. Dr. Wu Hongqian, the author of “Egg Therapy,” deciphers the…


IMF: Talent Shortage in Hong Kong Becoming a Prominent Concern

On May 31, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board issued an assessment report after summing up Hong Kong 2023 Article IV Consultation Discussions. The report mentioned that the talent shortage is becoming a prominent concern with the significantly declining labor force in Hong Kong during the past few years. The IMF pointed out that…


Long-Term Constipation May Lead to Cancer, Massage These 4 Acupoints to Relieve It

Research has confirmed that chronic constipation is one of the risk factors for colorectal neoplasms. However, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) techniques such as acupressure massage, herbal medicine, and daily diet can effectively treat constipation, thus reducing the risk of colorectal neoplasms. In the United States, constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal conditions, with at least…