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Graduating students take a group photo at the University of Hong Kong. Fresh Gen Z graduates and students offer their thoughts on other people’s perceptions of their generation’s attitudes towards work. Photo: Dickson Lee

Lifestyle

Are Gen Z graduates ready for jobs, and how hard will they work?

Fresh graduates and students tell the Post what they think of perceptions of their generation’s attitude to work and finding jobs.

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Chinese drone completes world’s first delivery on Mount Everest

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Major sports events including HK Sevens need to ‘double down’ on sustainability

Banking & Finance

HSBC challenges fintechs with app for making international payments

A new for app making international payments from HSBC Holdings will directly challenging the dominance of fintechs like Revolut and Wise that have gained tens of millions of retail customers by offering cheap foreign exchange.

HSBC logo is seen lit up on the exterior of the HSBC headquarters building in Hong Kong’s financial district, Hong Kong, China. Photo: EPA
HSBC logo is seen lit up on the exterior of the HSBC headquarters building in Hong Kong’s financial district, Hong Kong, China. Photo: EPA

China Business

Exclusive | Hong Kong’s DNA pioneers launch blood tests to find cancer

The venture -the largest life sciences transaction in Asia this year – would also spearhead the development of a life science ecosystem in Hong Kong, and help the city’s position as a biotech hub.

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Companies

From poop to US$3 billion: how 2 Hong Kong doctors pulled it off

Science-Park based GenieBiome is focused on turning research into the human microbiome into tests and treatments, aiming at a US$3 billion market.

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Business

World’s top 20 universities get Fs in climate change courses

All top 20 universities worldwide fell short on climate change elements in their courses, according to a report from Mock COP, with the youth-led climate action organisation calling for more sustainability education to prepare future world leaders.

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The world’s top universities have to do more to incorporate sustainability elements in their curriculums to prepare students to deal with the climate crisis, according to a study. Photo: Shutterstock
The world’s top universities have to do more to incorporate sustainability elements in their curriculums to prepare students to deal with the climate crisis, according to a study. Photo: Shutterstock

Health & Wellness

‘I now sleep peacefully’: how virtual reality meditation could work for you

People meditate to relieve stress, anxiety and insomnia, and virtual reality meditation is just as effective and may even work better, say experts and fans.

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Arts

Founder of first big private art museum in Bangalore, India on its mission

The Museum of Art and Photography opens in Bangalore, India, in December with a mission to use its 60,000-piece collection to educate a country in which art is often neglected.

Food & Drink

From Hello Kitty to Rolex watches, Hong Kong baker’s custom cakes

Hong Kong baker Alison Chan crafts hyper-realistic ‘illusion cakes’ that resemble everyday objects – and now she’s now getting recognition with her first exhibition, at the city’s K11 Musea mall.

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Alison Chan at Dear Harley Bakery. From Hello Kitty to Rolex watches, her custom cakes are so realistic you’ll do a double take. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

PostMag

Profile | ‘I thought I was going to die’: shipwreck led life coach to change course

Carolyn Lee tells Kate Whitehead about being shipwrecked at sea, her dramatic rescue, and how it gave her the courage to change and become a counsellor, life coach and author.

Life coach and author Carolyn Lee talks about being lost at sea, her dramatic rescue, and how she found a new life in the aftermath. Photo: Carolyn Lee
Life coach and author Carolyn Lee talks about being lost at sea, her dramatic rescue, and how she found a new life in the aftermath. Photo: Carolyn Lee

Fashion & Beauty

How to pack light and avoid lost or delayed baggage this summer

Post-pandemic staff shortages and a busier-than-expected summer season are causing chaos at airports. We asked experts for some tips to help you pack light and fit everything for your holiday in a carry-on bag.

Food & Drink

‘It’s very therapeutic’: Malaysian baker on creating her floral jelly cakes

In a layer of translucent jelly on a cake base, Siamy Tan sculpts stunning flower designs. When people in Hong Kong saw the cakes on social media they asked for lessons. Now she’s learning more skills to pass on.

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China Economy

‘I felt cheated’: China fliers balk at tenfold surge in fuel surcharge

As oil prices head skyward, some fuel surcharges on flights in China are now nearly as much as the base fare of the flight itself, and thrifty travellers are seeking alternative transport to save money.

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Fuel surcharges for domestic flights in mainland China have increased tenfold since February as oil prices have been rapidly rising globally. Photo: EPA-EFE

Health & Wellness

Explainer | Why a clean mouth means a healthier body, and tips for good dental hygiene

Bad oral health is linked to chronic inflammation, which is a trigger for a number of serious conditions including heart disease, say experts, who suggest five ways to keep your mouth clean.

Good dental hygiene is essential to reduce inflammation, and slow the onset of chronic diseases. Daily flossing is one means of helping ensure it. Photo: Shutterstock
Good dental hygiene is essential to reduce inflammation, and slow the onset of chronic diseases. Daily flossing is one means of helping ensure it. Photo: Shutterstock

Health & Wellness

How to sleep better: share your bed with a partner, have a dog in the room

Sleep is so important to us, and there are ways to improve yours, such as sleeping with a partner, having a dog in the room, and keeping the cats out!

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Health & Wellness

Eating your placenta after giving birth? It’s Kardashian-endorsed

Traditional Chinese medicine has recommended consuming the placenta after birth for its potential health benefits. A new Hong Kong provider of this service and a doctor weigh in on the benefits and risks.

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How to

5 ways to get closure after a break-up

It takes time to heal when a relationship ends, but these tips, based on advice from a couples counsellor, and a sociologist, can help ease the pain.

5 ways to get closure after a break-up

Well-Being

Ask yourself these 3 questions when anxiety threatens

Sometimes some deep breaths, some preparation and a little perspective can ease a stressful situation.

How to

Learn how to build resilience in 5 easy steps

These expert tips will help you cope with hardships, recover from setbacks, and not be scared by 'failure' again.

Travel

How to stay healthy on flights amid the coronavirus epidemic

As Covid-19 continues to spread, here are 12 expert tips from medical professionals to help you avoid catching an infectious disease

Odds are your flight won't be this empty, so take these precautions to say safe.
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