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China’s border with Central Asia, such as Manzhouli Port, has been named as a security concern related to population shrinkage. Photo: Xinhua

China’s border with Central Asia deemed concern amid demographic decline

China’s sparsely populated border with Central Asia, which is losing residents quickly, was named by a researcher as an area not to ignore.

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81-year-old model’s top tip for ageing well? Chase your dreams

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Editorial | Maintaining integrity of Hong Kong’s HK$2 fare scheme remains paramount

Opinion | Expecting IVF to solve Hong Kong’s population problems is misguided

While IVF can be an important tool for infertile couples, it cannot take the place of broad social and financial support for hopeful parents.

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A technician fertilises eggs in a lab during the process of in vitro fertilisation. Photo: TNS

Australia pushes pension reform as it braces for 10% of population to retire

With 2.5 million Australians set to retire in the next decade, the government wants to reshape its US$2.5 trillion pension industry.

Hong Kong’s first private residence for elderly set to welcome well-off retirees

Happy Valley’s Ventria Residence offers hotel-like experience with tailored healthcare services in latest project tapping needs of ‘silver economy’.

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How microplastics threaten humans and the US$149 test to see your levels

Experts say microplastics reduce fertility, lower sperm count and may increase cancer risk. Biohacker Bryan Johnson is trying to help.

Plastic waste litters Bicaz Lake in Romania. Microplastics are found everywhere these days and, alarmingly, are being linked to a range of health problems. Biohacker Bryan Johnson’s company Blueprint has released the world’s first microplastics self-testing kit in response to a growing problem. Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong’s labour shortage to hit 180,000 by 2028 amid rapidly ageing population

By 2028, more than 2 million people, or 28 per cent of the population, will be aged 65 or above.

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Recap | Diabetes facts you need to know, air pollution link to dementia and more health stories

Explore expert insights on diabetes, seasonal affective disorder, healthy ageing, dementia risks from air pollution and China’s weight-loss camps.

9 crucial facts about diabetes, from worrying trends to how to avoid it

On World Diabetes Day, we talk to experts about the causes, symptoms and treatment of type 1 and 2 diabetes, and changes that can help.

Glucose monitors help people with diabetes keep track of their blood sugar levels. On World Diabetes Day we look at how to manage and even avoid type 2 diabetes, and other important facets of the disease. Photo: Shutterstock

Operation Santa Claus: groups for elderly, special needs children to benefit

This year’s campaign, themed ‘Everyday Heroes’, will target vulnerable groups such as those with disabilities and rare diseases.

Singer Jay Fung (left), Christine Wai, Paul Wong and Daniel Chan get Operation Santa Claus 2024 under way at Tuesday’s launch ceremony. Photo: Dickson Lee

How to live longer? 3 tips from a Nobel Prize-winning scientist

Biohacking therapies or NAD supplements? Microbiologist Venki Ramakrishnan says there are far simpler and more proven ways to age well.

How air pollution increases dementia risk and ways to limit exposure

People living in polluted areas are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia types, studies show.

In Japan, call to ban women marrying after 25 stirs backlash

Naoki Hyakuta, founder of the Conservative Party of Japan, also angered many when he proposed uterus removal for women at the age of 30.

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A young Japanese couple at a garden in Tokyo. Photo: Shutterstock

Opinion | Hong Kong needs credible fertility policies, not baby photos in offices

A lawmaker’s suggestion that government offices put up photos of babies has gained attention, but there are weightier matters that warrant discussion.

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A couple takes a selfie in front of a poster featuring a baby, during an exhibition of children’s products at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai on August 2. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

The ‘superfriends’ helping Hong Kong’s homeless

Counsellors at Hong Kong non-profit ImpactHK, which recently opened a new recovery centre, help street sleepers through tough times.

‘Change is coming’: will Southeast Asia have to abandon universal healthcare?

Across Southeast Asia, rising costs and funding struggles are threatening the very foundations of public health systems.

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Think Japan isn’t friendly for tourists with disabilities? Think again

Japan has made big steps in accessible travel, one expert says, while bodies like Accessible Japan and TokudAw help those with special needs.

Josh Grisdale says he has received assistance everywhere he has travelled in Japan, including from this priest in Kyoto. Photo: Josh Grisdale

Open Questions | Historian on why we aren’t heading towards WWIII yet and how wars have changed

US historian Jay Winter explains how the nature of war shifted after WWI and WWII, and the impact it has on the world today.

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5 wellness events in Hong Kong and Macau this weekend, November 8-10

A yoga festival on the beach in Macau, a talk on Ayurveda or a life-saving CPR course – what will you get up to this weekend?

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Opinion | Hong Kong government can’t turn the tide on youth disenchantment on its own

Government initiatives are expensive and not enough. For effective youth development, collaboration is needed with businesses and the community.

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Young people play basketball in Tiu Keng Leng in December 2023. Photo: Sun Yeung

How lifting weights gave 2 older Singaporeans stronger bones

He was 52 and had endless back pain; she was 62 and had osteoporosis. Weightlifting increased their bone density. Now both do powerlifting.

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When Raj Grover developed severe back pain, he hit upon a surprising remedy: lifting weights. Here he is seen squat lifting 155kg. Photo: Shaun Pang

Bruce Willis’ stutter masked his dementia, actor’s wife says

‘Just a part of a stutter,’ Emma Heming Willis thought. Then came dementia diagnosis. She’s writing a book to remind carers about self-care.

Chinese health body takes down propaganda aimed at boosting birth rate

In deleted post NHC listed physical changes and said pregnant women and their families should focus more on the positive values of birth.

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Letters | Can Hong Kong really get ahead of scammers?

Readers discuss how ubiquitous scams and fraud have become, why rule of law matters in discussions on marriage equality and help for our struggling elderly.

Commissioner of Police Raymond Siu attends the launch of five minibuses carrying adverts that promote scam prevention, on September 19. Photo: May Tse

Have you heard about Apple AirPods Pro 2’s new hearing aid feature?

The AirPods’ ability to serve as hearing aids may help more people with hearing loss access the tools they need for better overall health.

The US Food and Drug Administration recently approved software from Apple that can turn AirPods Pro 2 into hearing aids. Photo: AP

China looks to establish childbirth subsidy system, further tax cuts for parents

Subsidies and tax cuts are set to be rolled out as part of efforts to build a ‘birth-friendly society’ amid China’s looming demographic crisis.

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The early signs of dementia, from falls to rudeness to driving problems

Memory loss is not the only early warning sign of dementia conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. Experts describe other symptoms to watch for.

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