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last updated:
9 September, 2024
A 3D illustration of the pathogenic rod-shaped E coli bacteria. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | What to know about E coli symptoms, hygiene after Hong Kong doctor’s death

The Post looks at the bacteria and what one should do to avoid infection after death of Princess Margaret Hospital doctor.

Hong Kong society

Explainer | Hong Kong Marathon controversy: what happened and how to ensure fairness

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Hong Kong tourism

Explainer | How can Hong Kong tour guides be safer after death of group leader in Shanghai?

Hong Kong courts

Explainer | Hong Kong yoga ball murder: what has changed since the verdict in 2018?

The Post unpacks how the defence and prosecution shifted strategies, and what prompted the retrial.

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Professor Khaw Kim Sun. Photo: Handout
Asian cinema: Japanese films

Explainer | All you need to know before watching Attack on Titan: The Last Attack

As the finale of Hajime Isayama’s anime series opens in Hong Kong, a reminder of its plot, the controversies and why it is special.

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Hong Kong politics

Explainer | How can Hongkongers protect themselves from Southeast Asian job scams?

Hong Kong authorities have come under renewed pressure to ensure the return of residents believed to be held captive in the region.

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Hong Kong society

Explainer | Counting down to 2025: how to celebrate Hong Kong’s biggest New Year’s Eve event

The Post shares where to catch the fireworks, who is performing and what to expect on the weather front.

The fireworks display last New Year’s Eve. Photo: Sam Tsang
Food and Drinks

Explainer | What is umami? How the savoury flavour makes food taste better

One of the five primary human tastes, umami is a key feature of Asian – especially Japanese – cuisine commonly enhanced by dashi or MSG.

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Hong Kong society

Explainer | ‘Angry Chiu Chow man’: who is Hong Kong’s Chim Pui-chung?

From ‘golden banker’ fame to fiery outbursts, the Post looks at background of former lawmaker found guilty in fraud case this week.

Hong Kong housing

Explainer | Court ruling is latest twist in battle to build flats on Hong Kong golf course

Post looks back at years-long effort to construct public housing on exclusive course and what’s next after Monday’s High Court ruling.

The Hong Kong Golf Club at Fanling. Under a proposal floated in 2022, 12,000 public flats would be built on 9.5 hectares of the 32 hectares by 2029. Photo: Dickson Lee
Crime in Hong Kong

Explainer | Hong Kong bar blaze: why a 1997 arson case that killed 17 is back in the spotlight

The Post revisits the tragedy after arrest of sixth man linked to firebombing of Top One karaoke bar renews interest in 27-year-old case.

Police have arrested a sixth man linked to 27-year-old case. Photo: Handout
US presidential election 2024

Explainer | What are US recess appointments and why has Donald Trump suggested using them?

Several nominees for top posts have drawn fire for being unqualified, but there is a way to seat them without hearings or a Senate vote.

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Hong Kong politics

Explainer | US threatens sanctions: what Hong Kong can expect after the jailing of 45 activists

The Post reviews how Hong Kong was caught in China-US geopolitical crosshairs and the impact of restrictive measures on the city.

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Banking & finance

Explainer | What makes China’s ultra-long ‘special bonds’ so special?

China has only issued its ultra-long-term government bonds in special circumstances – here’s why this year qualifies.

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China has issued what it terms ultra-long-term special government bonds on multiple occasions in 2024, a rare move to shore up the economy. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong courts

Explainer | Why Hong Kong prosecuted ‘Dragon Slaying’ bomb plotters under anti-terrorism law

Defendants were charged under the United Nations (Anti-Terrorism Measures) Ordinance, which was invoked for the first time since it was enacted in 2002.

Police officers keep watch as protesters take to the streets on December 8, 2019. Photo: Winson Wong
Hong Kong transport

Explainer | Walk this way? Why Hong Kong’s MTR Corp is targeting escalator etiquette

Some residents are putting their foot down over call to do away with transport tradition and stand still on both sides of escalators.

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US presidential election 2024

Explainer | What is the ‘Blue Wall’ and how can it be breached?

Among the fiercest battlegrounds in this year’s US presidential election are three states Donald Trump won in 2016 but lost in 2020.

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US-China relations

Explainer | The heated US-China cable competition under the seas

Vital for data transmission and communications between continents, lines are vulnerable to sabotage and a stage for global power rivalry.

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A partially buried undersea cable. Image: Shutterstock
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | Hong Kong zoo melioidosis outbreak: what is this disease and how does it spread?

The Post explains the cause of the infections and how you can keep yourself safe.

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John Lee policy address 2024

Explainer | What is Hong Kong’s plan to eradicate its worst subdivided flats?

Critics say government legitimising problem by only eliminating 30 per cent of problem homes, despite Beijing order to ‘bid farewell’ to them.

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Hong Kong housing

Explainer | How can new policies help young Hongkongers stop ‘lying flat’, be homeowners?

Applicants aged under 40 will get extra ballot number in flat draws, a move that is expected to increase their chances of being selected.

People visit a subsidised housing sales exhibit. Photo: Jelly Tse
John Lee policy address 2024

Explainer | How does Hong Kong’s liquor tax cut work and why do some find it hard to swallow?

Drinkers with a taste for pricier spirits will benefit most from new framework, but health concerns are also top of mind.

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The cut aims to boost the high-end spirits market, with hopes that it will also benefit the tourism and restaurant sectors. Photo: May Tse
Crime in Hong Kong

Explainer | How Hongkongers can stop thieves stealing their valuables while flying

The Post learns why direction your bag faces in overhead compartment can offer protection, among other advice, amid spike in on-board thefts.

US presidential election 2024

Explainer | 2024 US congressional races: what to expect and how China plays a role

Concerns about Beijing loom in some contests as Democrats seek to hang on to the Senate and Republicans eye expanding their House majority.

US presidential election 2024

Explainer | How do US ‘swing states’ decide presidential elections?

The seven states where Democrat Kamala Harris or Republican Donald Trump will win – or lose – the White House.

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Illustration: Davies Christian Surya
US presidential election 2024

Explainer | How are votes counted in the US presidential election?

The Post looks at the timeline and issues that may affect the American election result and transition to a new White House administration.

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Illustration: Davies Christian Surya
Hong Kong society

Explainer | What to know about lithium-ion batteries after 1 caused fire on Hong Kong train

The Post looks at how you should take care of the batteries that charge your mobile phones and laptop computers.

Hong Kong society

Explainer | What were the risks involved in Hong Kong’s cancelled drone shows?

The Post breaks down what went wrong with the National Day events, the technology involved and why neighbouring Shenzhen was able to carry on with its shows.

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