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China Economy

As China defuses its time bomb of debt, US hears the ticking intensify

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US President Donald Trump signed his “Big Beautiful Bill” into law last month, raising the debt ceiling by US$5 trillion. Photo: Getty Images

Diplomacy

Exclusive | China invites descendants of US Flying Tigers to mark end of World War II

A Flying Tigers formation pictured in action in 1942. Photo: San Diego Air & Space Museum

China Economy

‘Progress’: China’s campaign to ease local government debt scores first big win

Residential buildings under construction in the Kangbashi district of the town of Ordos, south of the city of Dongsheng in China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region. Photo: Reuters

Diplomacy

US debuts hypersonic missile in Australia. Is it a deterrent against China?

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US soldiers give a capabilities brief on the Long Range Hypersonic Weapon System in the Northern Territory, Australia, on July 9 as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre 25. It is the first operational employment of the Dark Eagle system outside the continental US. Photo: Handout

Global Economy

As US’ effective tariff rate rises to 17%, analysts say China has an opportunity

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US President Donald Trump gestures as he meets with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland on July 28. Photo: Getty Images
The Dream Animals The Movie pop-up at Elements mall in West Kowloon is biscuit factory-themed store, on until August 10. Photo: Instagram/@elementshk
What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend August 8-10

Brunches celebrating Singapore National Day, a calming tai chi class, a Dream Animals pop-up and more await you this weekend.

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Olympics

Editorial | World Games a chance for lesser-known sports to shine

Climate change

Editorial | To prevent the spread of chikungunya, public awareness is critical

How to age well

How this mum of 2 lost more than 15kg and got her confidence back

Despite being an avid runner, Riccinni Banham was still piling on pounds. A diet overhaul and exercise regime change turned things around.

Riccinni Banham in May 2021 (left) when she weighed 73kg, and in January 2022 when she weighed 55kg. Photo: instagram.com/riccinni
Environment

Microplastics are building up in our brains, but are we actually in danger?

Study finds a spoon’s worth of plastic in people’s brains but scientists say microplastics’ health effect isn’t yet fully understood.

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Dementia

Brain scan predicts dementia risk by reading brain’s ‘hidden ageing clock’

A new type of MRI scan detects how quickly someone is ageing and how likely they are to develop dementia long before symptoms might surface.

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Hong Kong society

Editorial | Family’s death a wake-up call for better mental health support

The suspected murder-suicide came as the city is seeing a rise in the number of people suffering symptoms of depression.

A 37-year-old man is suspected of murdering his wife and two children before jumping to his death from a Hong Kong hotel, police have said. Photo: May Tse
Mental health

Are you a highly sensitive person? How you can tell and why it can be a gift

HSPs have a deep sensitivity to physical, emotional or social situations. Famous HSPs, anecdotally, include Princess Diana and Elton John.

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Weather

Terrified of thunder and lightning? You may have astraphobia

Excessive fear of thunderstorms – astraphobia – can affect people of all ages, but there are ways to deal with your phobia.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hongkongers with lung cancer risk urged to test after actor Will Or’s diagnosis

Health experts reveal most lung adenocarcinoma patients discover condition at advanced stages as symptoms tend to show up later.

Lung cancer is the most common cancer in Hong Kong, accounting for 16.1 per cent of new cases in 2022. Photo: Getty Images
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)

Can traditional Chinese medicine help you lose weight? It did for one student

Practitioners explain how TCM can be used for weight loss, and a Hong Kong-based student describes how it worked for her.

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Food and Drinks

How to unleash nigella seeds’ aroma and their reported health benefits

Also known as kalonji and nothing to do with Nigella Lawson, these black seeds have an oregano-like flavour and are said to aid digestion.

Mental health

New study confirms the best lifestyle for preventing cognitive decline as we age

Challenge your brain, use olive oil instead of butter, and get moving with friends – plus, it’s never too late to start.

Artificial intelligence

Obsessed with AI ASMR videos? How they’re captivating social media users

AI-generated ASMR videos are taking over the existing ASMR trend, offering creative content that provides stress relief for many.

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A still from an AI ASMR video showing someone slicing sugared blueberries. The video, which also shows other fruit being cut up, was posted in July by RedNote user Yu Mu and has received more than 7,000 likes. Photo: Rednote/ Healing Lab
Hong Kong sports

What to know about Hong Kong Open pickleball tournament and 6 places to play

The first Hong Kong Open pickleball tournament will take place in August. Here are the details, and other popular places to play in the city.

Pickleball players (L to R) Jack Wong Hong-kit and Long Yufei, at a media session at Stackd Pickleball in Wanchai. 15JUL25 SCMP / Jonathan Wong
United States

Explainer | What is this brain injury that the New York shooter said he had?

‘Study my brain,’ the shooter said in a note found in his wallet that claimed he had chronic traumatic encephalopathy.

Healthy eating

No drugs, no diets: how an influencer in China lost 60kg in 5 years

‘Eat better, be more conscious and move more,’ says Shanghai-based German influencer Thomas Derksen, who weighed around 140kg five years ago.

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Gwyneth Paltrow

Who is Gwyneth Paltrow’s oldest friend, filmmaker Mary Wigmore?

A new biography about the Goop founder by Amy Odell is dropping – here’s what we know about her ‘soul sister’ Mary Wigmore.

A new biography by Amy Odell promises to delve into Gwyneth Paltrow’s relationships, including with her oldest friend, Mary Wigmore. Photo: @gwynethpaltrow/Instagram
Gwyneth Paltrow

Why we remain ‘magnetically attracted’ to Gwyneth Paltrow – by her biographer

Amy Odell tells Style why she thinks the Goop founder may be remembered more for her impact in the wellness industry than for her films.

Good Schools Guide

Experts in Hong Kong discuss the trend for gentle parenting

Therapists and psychologists from Heep Hong, Central Minds and MindNLife talk about the parenting paradigm, exploring its benefits, challenges and relevance in a changing cultural landscape.

Food and Drinks

A drink to your health! Hong Kong duo revive Chinese medicinal wines

Drinks brand Magnolia Lab is bringing back the wines-for-wellness concept with botanical liqueurs based on traditional Chinese medicine.

Dennis Mak (left) and James Ting are the founders of the Hong Kong drinks brand Magnolia Lab, which combines traditional herbal and medicinal wines with modern mixology. Photo: Magnolia Lab
Disease

Will your child become obese as an adult? New tool can help predict

Scientists have developed a tool that can measure a child’s risk of becoming obese in later life, opening the door to earlier support.

Scientists have developed a new genetic tool that predicts a child’s obesity risk as adults. It can also predict how well obese adults will respond to targeted weight-loss programmes. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | How can Hongkongers seek help for depression, and what treatment is available?

Expert says depressed person cannot be ‘cured’ by hike or meal to make them ‘happy again’, following suspected murder-suicide case involving family.

How to age well

He’s 80 and still running marathons. How does Olympian Jeff Galloway do it?

Galloway, whose Run-Walk-Run method has helped countless people take up endurance running, reveals how he trains and what he eats.

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Beauty

What’s in our cosmetics bag this summer: 5 essential beauty brands

Gracie Abrams shows off her flawless complexion in Hourglass’ latest campaign titled Any Time, Any Place, Any Wear after the singer-songwriter was named the brand’s new global partner earlier this year.

Read on for products to help you get a complexion like Gracie Abrams’. Photo: Hourglass Cosmetics
Healthy eating

What is ‘fibermaxxing’, new health trend popular on TikTok and Instagram?

Dietitians explain how the new trend of increasing your fibre intake can help in areas from weight loss to cancer prevention.

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Experts explain how “fibermaxxing” can transform your health with benefits like weight loss, cancer prevention, and improved gut and heart health. Photo: Shutterstock
Singapore

Singapore’s suicide surge: why are more young people taking their own lives?

Provisional data reveals a worrying jump in suicides among those in their thirties. Burnout and financial stress are part of the problem.

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What to do in Hong Kong

What to do at Hong Kong Fitness and Wellness Expo 2025, biggest yet

Among its many attractions, FWE Hong Kong 2025 will include Hyrox races featuring stars such as Physical 100’s Hong Beom-seok.

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