Exploring the story behind the story, Explained demystifies the complex and fascinating realities of life in China, Hong Kong and wider Asia
Hong Kong environmental issues
Hong Kong’s hottest Xiaoshu: what does it mean and how can you cope?
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Thailand
Think your family has drama? Meet Thailand’s Shinawatras
2 Jul 2025 - 10:38AM
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China travel
How can you claim tax refunds as a tourist in China?
30 Jun 2025 - 8:00AM
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Hong Kong politics
Why is top Beijing official Xia Baolong in Hong Kong for a 5-day visit?
19 Jun 2025 - 4:54PM
China’s military drills
What is the US’ island chain strategy and what does it mean for China?
16 Jun 2025 - 5:35PM
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US-China relations
How dependent is America’s arsenal on China’s critical mineral supply?
2 Jun 2025 - 5:58PM
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Hong Kong courts
Why Hong Kong is trying to make waves in global legal scene
29 May 2025 - 9:14PM
Cryptocurrency
What to know about stablecoins in light of new Hong Kong regulation
25 May 2025 - 1:00PM
Hong Kong tourism
Hong Kong is launching 9 ‘hotspot projects’ to boost tourism. So what are they?
21 May 2025 - 10:57PM
Wellness
What is prostate cancer that Joe Biden has? 1 in 8 men face the disease
20 May 2025 - 10:24AM
US-China relations
How Chinese citizens can prepare for travel to the United States
24 Apr 2025 - 8:00AM
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Hong Kong weather
Why is Hong Kong suddenly blanketed in haze and how much longer will it last?
14 Apr 2025 - 11:20AM
Hong Kong economy
How is Hong Kong tackling the impact of the US-China trade war?
12 Apr 2025 - 4:29PM
US-China trade war
How dependent are these 6 major Asian economies on the US market?
9 Apr 2025 - 8:22PM
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Hong Kong economy
Why Trump’s axing of ‘de minimis’ rule is no small thing for Hong Kong exporters
7 Apr 2025 - 4:15PM
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Hong Kong economy
How will Hong Kong businesses brace for impact as US-China tariff war escalates?
6 Apr 2025 - 1:00PM
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Hong Kong economy
It’s last orders at Deliveroo Hong Kong. What about the rest of the industry?
12 Mar 2025 - 10:27AM
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The Philippines
Duterte is set to enter ICC detention. Here’s what awaits him
12 Mar 2025 - 1:12PM
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Hong Kong transport
What you need to know about Hong Kong’s premium taxi fleet
5 Mar 2025 - 2:43PM
Chinese culture
What Journey to the West reveals about early China-India exchanges
3 Mar 2025 - 5:18PM