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‘Absolutely impossible’: how China created super steel for nuclear fusion

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CHSN01 (China high-strength low-temperature steel No 1) solves a critical bottleneck for fusion energy and puts China at a leading position in materials science. Photo: Handout

Trending in China

Lost China diver survives 5 days underwater, lives on cave fish until rescue

A Chinese man survived five days trapped underwater while diving in a cave by living on raw fish until he was rescued. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

Military

China’s Fujian carrier conducted catapult take-off drill, CCTV show suggests

A shadow cast on the Fujian’s deck by an airborne J-15T ends a short segment aired as part of five-episode CCTV military series Forging Ahead. Photo: CCTV

People & Culture

China shop boss keeps store lights on for 13 years, aids women coming home late

A grocery shop owner in China has kept her outlet’s lights on at night for 13 years to help a woman get home safely after working late. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo

Science

Chinese scientists create a ‘storm eye’ for PLA forces in electronic warfare

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Chinese scientists say they can create a a zone of electromagnetic calm, similar to the eye of a storm at the heart of an intense signal jamming environment. It can allow PLA forces in electronic warfare to protect their own troops and allies from signal jamming while disabling enemy communication. Photo: Shutterstock
A game of roulette being played on a smartphone. The Philippines raked in gross gaming revenue of US$7 billion last year. Photo: Getty Images
The Philippines

‘Silent epidemic’: how online gambling is ravaging Filipinos’ lives

As addiction to online gambling grows, rehabilitation groups in the Philippines are urging the government to act – before it’s too late.

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Wellness

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

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Hong Kong society

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

Wellness

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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Highly sensitive people (HSPs) often feel misunderstood and can struggle with stress and anxiety. But experts explain how sensitivity can also be a powerful strength. Photo: Shutterstock
Wellness

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.

Fame and celebrity

The Hunting Wives star Brittany Snow’s journey from child actress to mental health advocate

She got her big break aged 12 in the soap Guiding Light, but it was stepping away from the industry for 2 years that reignited the actress’ passion.

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Wellness

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.

It’s never too late to start learning something new – and improving your brain health in the process – according to a new study. Photo: Shutterstock
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.

Good Schools Guide

Adolescence and masculinity: shaping male roles in a social media-led world

Hong Kong experts discuss the impact of the cyberbullying and misogyny of followers of Andrew Tate, against the wider influences in a society encouraging more nuanced versions of masculinity.

United States

Indonesia’s ‘Hollywood Con Queen’ loses UK extradition bid, faces US trial

Hargobind Tahilramani, accused of US$1 million fraud, failed to block US extradition on mental health and human rights grounds.

Hargobind Tahilramani is wanted in California for defrauding 300 people out of US$1 million. Photo: Apple TV
Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong police, family appeal for information on kayaker missing for 2 days

The missing man, 44, rented a kayak on Sunday and has not been seen since.

Police have released a picture of missing man Yan Gan. Photo: Handout
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.

Terrorism

Suspect in Walmart stabbings charged with rarely used state terrorism count

Prosecutor said the assault was intended to ‘put fear in the entire community’. The terror charge was adopted after the 9/11 attacks in 2001.

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong family in suspected murder-suicide case ‘were about to emigrate to UK’

Family’s visa applications had been approved but their plans to move to Britain were delayed because boy had foot condition, source says.

Forensic officers carry out investigations at the Panda Hotel in Tsuen Wan. Photo: May Tse
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.

Depression risk increases 1.5 to three times when there is a family history of the condition. Photo: Getty Images
War and conflict

Opinion | For war-ravaged youth, education is an anchor in the chaos, not a luxury

Education systems adapted to local conditions are strategic, long-term investments in community resilience. It must be treated as a frontline intervention in a crisis.

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Hong Kong society

Silence is deadly for Hong Kong men as suicide rate worsens over past decade

Men account for 60 per cent of suicides in Hong Kong but make up 45 per cent of the population.

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Wellness

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
Hong Kong youth

Letters | Hong Kong must act to protect youth from digital overload

Readers discuss a policy response to digital overstimulation, suicide prevention, hotline help, and Buddhist wisdom.

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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Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong woman admits killing 1-year-old daughter in murder-suicide attempt

High Court reduces original charge of murder to manslaughter in light of evidence that defendant was in an impaired psychiatric state.

The court has reduced Liu’s original murder charge to manslaughter in light of the defendant’s mental disorder at the time of the crime. Photo: Warton Li
Wellness

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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South Korean athlete Hong Beom-seok competes during the Hyrox Open Asian Championships at the AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong in 2024. He will be competing again at this year’s event. Photo: Edmond So
Wellness

Health benefits of frankincense, including its cancer-fighting potential

Containing anti-inflammatory compounds, frankincense may slow tumour growth in some types of leukaemia and help treat other diseases.

Biomedicine: Companies

As Hong Kong suicides rise, AI start-up targets ‘hidden’ depression

Existing government efforts are not sufficient to find ‘hidden patients’, such as those with mild symptoms, co-founder says.

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Swimming

Ex-Hong Kong athlete swims 360km around Swedish island in mental health battle

Karl Palmqvist, a Swedish national who once trained with the Hong Kong Sports Institute, completes swim around Gotland in 21 days.

Karl Palmqvist, a Swedish national, trained with the Hong Kong Sports Institute’s triathlon national development squad as a teenager. Photo: Anders Klapp
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Boosting suicide prevention must be part of Hong Kong’s recovery efforts

It’s not just young people and the elderly at risk, but also middle-aged men, many suffering economic hardship yet reluctant to ask for help.

Yapp Hung-fai (centre), captain of Hong Kong’s football team, and other guests kick off The Samaritans’ “Online Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training Course” at Cyberport in Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong, on May 17 to raise public awareness of student suicides. Photo: Nora Tam
Wellness

Losing one of your senses? It could be an early dementia sign, experts say

It’s not just memory loss that is a sign of potential cognitive impairment, but changes in touch, taste, smell, hearing and vision, too.

Hong Kong youth

Letters | Younger Hongkongers are taking it slow and steady? Good

Readers discuss how young people are reshaping ambition, brain health awareness, and the Book Fair.

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