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Most Hongkongers would need to work until 70 to keep up with bills

As lifespans in Hong Kong increase, workers are saving way too little, AIA survey finds, and they also do not watch their MPF accounts.

  • 65 per cent in survey would need to work until 70 to pay for living expenses without cutting back
  • Hongkongers say they want to retire at 61, but many do not start retirement planning until 50 and rarely – or never – check their MPF accounts

Meet the drug maker that wants to cure China’s tainted vaccine market

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How much digital clutter do we need? Go on a detox and find out

China pharma has a bitter pill to swallow: R&D

Beijing wants cheaper, better drugs. That’s pressuring drug makers to innovate as generics become more competitive.

Beijing has moved to cut prices of drugs and improve their efficacy and safety. Here a woman works at the pharmacy of a state-owned hospital in a town in Hebei province, China, in this photo taken in 2008.

A cure for premature ejaculation, and not a moment too soon

Mining-turned-health care firm is banking on the prescription-only spray to boost its bottom line

Global health care M&A forecast to exceed US$400 billion in 2019

Deal flow is expected to rebound after political uncertainty and new regulations weighed on transactions last year, the law firm said.

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Inside Out | If Bill Gates can get animated over a jar of poop, so should the world

At 95, is this the world’s oldest insurance salesman? What is his game?

Longest-serving general insurer in Hong Kong is honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Hong Kong Federation of Insurers and the South China Morning Post

China’s vaccination vacationers poised to hand Hong Kong a bonanza

Investors dump Big Pharma as they recall China’s food-safety woes

A worker packs Chinese patent capsules in Bozhou in Anhui province on April 8, 2013. Photo: REUTERS/China Daily

How ‘non-responsive’ patients with brain damage may actually be aware

In people with severe brain damage, even experts often do not know what is really going on in the brain. New research indicates that many patients do still think and can respond to input.

People with brain injuries in intensive care units and rehabilitation wards should always be treated as if they are aware, a researcher urges, adding people should talk to them and treat them with respect. Photo: Shutterstock

Explainer | Does your child have OCD? An expert shares what to look for, how to help

Her five-year-old son’s repetitive behaviour and temper tantrums led child psychologist Emily Becker-Haimes to realise he had obsessive-compulsive disorder. She gives advice for parents in the same boat.

‘Male menopause’ begins in your mid-30s. How to counteract it

Male menopause, or andropause, starts in their mid-thirties, when their testosterone levels begin to fall. Men can improve their level by exercising, getting quality sleep and maintaining a healthy weight, a doctor says.

People post letters to dead loved ones at Japan’s ‘entrance to underworld’

At Yomotsu Hirasaka, a supposed boundary between this world and the next in western Japan, stands a postbox for sending letters to deceased loved ones, which helps many people cope with their grief.

“Yomotsu Hirasaka” in Shimane Prefecture. Photo: Wikipedia

What is oppositional defiant disorder and how to help Gen Z sufferers?

Using real cases they have handled, Hong Kong psychologists explain oppositional defiant disorder in young people – what it is, why it develops, and what parents can do about it.

Hong Kong psychologists explain oppositional defiant disorder in young people. Illustration: Davies Christian Surya

Why do we like it when Taylor Swift makes us cry? An expert on sad songs

Sad music, from Taylor Swift to Eric Clapton to Beethoven, makes us feel a certain way, says a researcher from the University of New South Wales in Australia – it also ‘creates a sense of oneness’.

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US city makes it illegal to vape or smoke at home, even on balcony

Smoking and vaping have been banned in some residential buildings in Carlsbad, California. Many residents are happy to be rid of second-hand smoke, but not everyone is on board with the measure.

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Winning smile: all you need to know about dental veneers

Stars like Cardi B, Jojo Siwa, Hilary Duff and Doja Cat have spent big on their smiles to build their confidence and are only too happy to show them off

The likes of Cardi B, Jojo Siwa, Hilary Duff and Doja Cat have spent big on veneers to get the smile they want and they are happy to show off their now-gleaming teeth. Photo: Getty Images

He was obese. Doctor said he ‘could be dead’. So dad shed 40kg in 3 years

Singaporean executive Alex Tan’s obesity was killing him, so he took back control of his health and shed 40kg in 3 years on his journey from fat to fit, meeting a new partner along the way.

Why hot weather and mental illness are a bad mix

Hot weather doesn’t just put stress on the body, but on the mind too, making mental health conditions such as depression worse. Psychotherapists share why, and offer safety tips for when temperatures soar.

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, August 23-25

There is lots to do this weekend in Hong Kong, from a night with YouTube music stars, to trying a cool noodle trend, to streaming the second season of a Korean melodrama, to a baby rave – yep, you read that right.

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Crash Adams, a Canadian pop music duo, are in Hong Kong for a show. Read on for four more of the best things to enjoy this weekend. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

Style Edit: La Prairie’s revolutionary Life Matrix Haute Rejuvenation Cream

La Prairie products are gentle on the skin, and designed holistically to ensure longevity and enhance cell functionality – we spoke to the Swiss beauty giant’s director of innovation, Dr Daniel Stangl

The Life Matrix Haute Rejuvenation Cream is La Prairie’s latest skincare product. Photos: Handout

Opinion | Beyond tech, the US-China AI race is a tussle over ethics

From healthcare to weapons, the ethical frameworks the US and China develop will influence global norms and define standards in coming decades.

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Don’t be clueless like Alicia Silverstone, who ate a random toxic fruit

When Alicia Silverstone found an unfamiliar fruit, she filmed herself biting into it to determine what it was. If you don’t know, don’t eat – as the actress discovered, it could be a poisonous lookalike.

Prevent hearing loss by avoiding these everyday threats to your ears

From our kitchens to our commutes, we are surrounded by noise that can damage our hearing. We look at some of the sounds to be mindful of, and how to avoid hearing loss by wearing earplugs.

Smoothies may be healthy, but blenders can cause hearing damage. Photo: Shutterstock

5 wellness things to do this weekend, Aug 23-25, in Hong Kong and Macau

Try beginner’s Pilates, do yoga on a rooftop, be inspired by open water swimmer Edie Hu, get celebrity footcare or join Hong Kong’s first baby rave in our list of wellness things to do this weekend.

People practice yoga as the sun sets over Repulse Bay. Photo: The Yoga Room

Women more likely to develop bipolar disorder in lead-up to menopause

Women are more than twice as likely to develop bipolar disorder during perimenopause – the transition to menopause – while the onset of major depressive disorder also increases, new study finds.

Founder Nuria Val on creating Rowse, plant-powered skincare line

Nuria Val, photographer and co-founder of plant-powered skincare brand Rowse, talks to the Post about giving clean beauty a new, luxe look and why she trusted her co-founder right away.

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Don’t sleep at consistent times? Your type 2 diabetes risk is higher

New research shows that people who do not have a consistent sleep schedule have as much as a 34 per cent higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes than those who do.

Having a consistent sleep schedule helps lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to new research. Photo: Shutterstock
Having a consistent sleep schedule helps lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to new research. Photo: Shutterstock

Why rare Chinese teas are captivating Hong Kong connoisseurs

After exploring the finest wines, Hong Kong connoisseurs are developing a taste for China’s rarest brews, thanks to the city’s new generation of tea specialists who are showcasing the drinks’ nuances

How to lower the risk of dementia? Reduce your ‘bad’ cholesterol

LDL cholesterol is not just bad for our hearts, but can increase our risk of dementia too, a Lancet review reveals. Changes to our diet can lower the level of ‘bad’ cholesterol in our bodies.

Opinion | Will chatbots replace human therapists? I tried AI counselling

While chatbots can offer support by recognising emotional cues and using supportive language, AI therapists also acknowledge their own limitations, including a lack of any genuine connection

Amid a prevailing culture of overwork and mental health stigma, Hongkongers are turning to the non-human empathy offered by chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude and Eliza. Illustration: Midjourney

Why you should listen to: This is Love hosted by Phoebe Judge

This inspirational podcast celebrates romance in all its myriad forms with episodes detailing the poignant moments that define our relationships

This is Love is hosted by Phoebe Judge. Photo: Courtesy of Criminal Productions, LLC
This is Love is hosted by Phoebe Judge. Photo: Courtesy of Criminal Productions, LLC

From 8 colas a day to 4 zero-alcohol beers, Egyptian exemplifies new trend

Non-alcoholic beers such as Corona Cero, Moussy and Fayrouz see growth in the Middle East, with customers viewing them as healthier than cola – and US soft-drink brands as pro-Israel amid Gaza war.

17-year-old’s story highlights Gen Z’s struggles with ADHD

Jasmine Chan had long shown symptoms of ADHD – the third most common mental health diagnosis for Gen Z – before proper recognition saw her get the treatment she needed.

Get out in the sun, say experts; it helps reduce cancer risks for some

In low-sunlight countries, the benefits of being exposed to higher levels of UV radiation outweigh the risks, a Scottish study has found; experts say more research is needed in places with higher UV exposure.

There is a growing body of evidence suggesting that in lower-light environments, relatively higher exposure to UV is good for your health. Photo: Shutterstock