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As cold spell grips Hong Kong, homeless shun shelters that ‘feel like prison’

6 months ago02 mins

As a cold spell grips Hong Kong, scores of homeless residents are choosing to endure the chill rather than take refuge in government shelters, where they say it feels “like being imprisoned”. When the Post visited the 5.5-hectare Tung Chau Street Park in Sham Shui Po – one of the most popular spots for street…

Why has Hong Kong women’s life expectancy hit record high? What about the men?

Cs news11 months ago02 mins

A higher level of engagement in society is among the reasons Hong Kong women’s life expectancy has reached a record high, experts have said, calling for gender-specific solutions to support the city’s ageing population. Academics and other specialists said that less exposure to high-risk activities and a willingness to seek help were also among factors…