Tag: Hong Kong

Apple Daily Assets Up For Public Auction After NSA Raid and Closure

The assets of a former pro-democracy media in Hong Kong are up for public auction. Apple Daily was raided by police on Aug. 10, 2020, after the implementation of the Hong Kong National Security Law.  It was forced to cease operation after authorities froze the assets of company CEO Jimmy Lai on Jun. 17, 2021….


Ancient Herbal Therapy Can Prevent Threat of Amputation Caused by Diabetes

  Diabetes (diabetes mellitus) is a metabolic disease that causes high blood sugar. Over time, too much glucose in your blood can cause complications, including heart disease, chronic kidney disease, nerve damage, and other problems with feet, oral health, vision, hearing, and mental health. Over 410 million people worldwide are diagnosed with diabetes. The number of patients is…


Hong Kong Population Drops For Third Year in a Row

The Census and Statistics Department announced on Feb. 16 that the provisional population of Hong Kong at the end of 2022 is 7,333,200, a decrease of 68,300 or 0.9 percent compared with the population of 7,401,500 at the end of 2021. In 2022, there was a net outflow of 60,000 Hong Kong residents. The population…


10 Common Habits That Increase Risk of Kidney Dialysis

The trend of chronic kidney disease has been rising in the 21st century, affecting more than 10 percent of the population. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that one in seven Americans suffered from chronic kidney disease in 2021 (pdf). That same year, a total of 786,000 patients suffered kidney failure….


Turmeric Can Boost Immunity and Improve COVID-19 Symptoms, 6 Types of People Should Avoid

Both Asian and Western literature have found that turmeric has many benefits, including anti-inflammation, prevention of cardiovascular disease, prevention of dementia, prevention of cancer, anti-depression, improvement of skin quality, and the like. Especially during the pandemic, improving one’s immunity has become the main act to fend off COVID. Dr. Dawei Guo, a physician at the…


Hypertension Is a ‘Silent Killer’, Ancient Therapy Can Help Reduce Its Risk

High blood pressure (hypertension) is often called the “silent killer” because it usually lurks behind the scenes and does all the damage that can increase the risk of heart, brain, kidney, and other diseases and is a leading cause of premature death. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) recommends tapping several acupoints to help promote blood circulation…


Lion’s Mane Mushroom Can Boost Nerve Cell Growth and Enhance Memory: New Study

Lion’s mane mushroom, a type of edible mushroom formally known as Hericium erinaceus, can boost nerve cell growth and magnify memory, a recent study suggests. Lion’s mane mushroom, also known as bearded tooth fungus or monkey’s mane mushroom in Chinese, is mainly found in the northern temperate zones of Western Europe, North America, Japan, Russia, and…


Misaligned Teeth Affect Chewing and Induce Periodontal Diseases

Malocclusions (bad bites) not only affect the facial appearance and shape of the face but also affect oral health and chewing function. Malocclusion occurs when the teeth are misaligned, including crowded teeth, gapped teeth, overbites, and crossbites. Malocclusion is caused by the size difference between the jaws and teeth and is most often hereditary. However,…


[SUNDAY WATCH PARTY] Enes Kanter Freedom: Why I Sacrificed My Future in the NBA to Stand Up to the Chinese Regime

Join us for our ATL Sunday Watch Party! During the Watch Party, everyone can watch this episode with Enes Kanter Freedom for FREE—even without a subscription. Feel free to share this link to your friends and family! This episode was originally published in December 2022.  “How can the biggest dictatorship in the world control a…


HKU Becomes World’s Most International University by Counting Mainland Students as International Students

In January 2023, Time Higher Education (UK) announced the ranking of the most international universities in the world in 2023. Hong Kong universities rank high in “internationalization” by counting mainland faculty and students as international faculty and students. Zheng Yanxiong, the Director of the Hong Kong Liaison Office, invited senior council members of 11 Hong…