High international school fees and a hope that their kids will become fluent in Mandarin are driving some expat parents in China to opt for public schools, but language and cultural barriers can be big problems.
Four Hong Kong IB diploma graduates discuss whether achieving the perfect 45 score benefited them at university or will prepare them better for jobs, and give tips on balancing study and life.
Four Hong Kong IB diploma graduates discuss whether achieving the perfect 45 score benefited them at university or will prepare them better for jobs, and give tips on balancing study and life.
Sex therapists’ couches are becoming increasingly busy these days, and the clients ever younger, plagued with problems caused by things like social media, dating apps and pornography.
Sex therapists’ couches are becoming increasingly busy these days, and the clients ever younger, plagued with problems caused by things like social media, dating apps and pornography.
Thais exhume the bones of the nameless dead, who have no one else to care for them, at a graveyard in the beach town of Pattaya. They perform a ceremony on the remains to aid the deceased in their spiritual rebirths.
Thais exhume the bones of the nameless dead, who have no one else to care for them, at a graveyard in the beach town of Pattaya. They perform a ceremony on the remains to aid the deceased in their spiritual rebirths.
The Muslim-majority nation is using a pornography law to target LGBT people, with public humiliation a ritual punishment, forcing those infected with HIV underground and sparking fears of an epidemic
The Muslim-majority nation is using a pornography law to target LGBT people, with public humiliation a ritual punishment, forcing those infected with HIV underground and sparking fears of an epidemic
Opinion
When fitness blogger Zanna van Dijk happily displays her surgical scar to the world, it’s an example of how we should treat emotional wounds too. Learning to live with heartbreak not only strengthens us, it teaches us to be proud of flaunting all our own imperfections.
Sexual dysfunction in women is perfectly normal, and has a variety of causes; Asian and Middle Eastern women are more likely to experience it, but it can affect all women. Explore new ways to create desire with your partner.
Every man experiences some erection problems due to physical, emotional and lifestyle issues; if you don’t put pressure on yourself and explore other ways to be intimate, fun in the bedroom can still be had.
When fitness blogger Zanna van Dijk happily displays her surgical scar to the world, it’s an example of how we should treat emotional wounds too. Learning to live with heartbreak not only strengthens us, it teaches us to be proud of flaunting all our own imperfections.
Sexual dysfunction in women is perfectly normal, and has a variety of causes; Asian and Middle Eastern women are more likely to experience it, but it can affect all women. Explore new ways to create desire with your partner.
Every man experiences some erection problems due to physical, emotional and lifestyle issues; if you don’t put pressure on yourself and explore other ways to be intimate, fun in the bedroom can still be had.
It is healthier to have many little conversations from a young age, rather than one big sex talk at a certain age, says a Hong Kong clinical psychologist, as long as discussion is factual, honest, mature and accepting.
From visiting an adult sex shop together to a night on the dance floor, there are many ways for long-term couples to turn up the heat – and in turn experience a more intimate connection.
�?They’re just too exhausted from work’, �?They’re too stressed’ – don’t fool yourself by thinking these things when your partner is not showing you love. An unbalanced relationship needs to be addressed, or it will tip and collapse.
Divorce or the end of a long-term relationship does not have to be fraught with heartache and separation – a lifelong friendship can still blossom. Just be careful not to do it to rekindle an old romance as it will only end in tears.
It is important to show respect, decency and love when breaking up with someone, even at the end when love has faded, so that both people can gain closure and move on. Sadly, some people just take the easy way out.
Surveys are one thing, but how much sex do people really have? Anthea Rowan invites round four friends, plies them with wine, and gets to the bottom of the matter – with more than one surprise on the way.
Whether it’s skating, bouncing on a trampoline or flying a plane, playing is vital to our well-being. Experts say play is as important as sleep for adults and is linked to increased creativity in solving problems.
Whether it’s skating, bouncing on a trampoline or flying a plane, playing is vital to our well-being. Experts say play is as important as sleep for adults and is linked to increased creativity in solving problems.
David was a sex addict, Andrew was a neglectful dad, Brendan was taught to bottle up emotions; each found the Men’s Fraternity, and a space to share their pain without judgment, and talk through issues around marriage, parenting, money or work.
David was a sex addict, Andrew was a neglectful dad, Brendan was taught to bottle up emotions; each found the Men’s Fraternity, and a space to share their pain without judgment, and talk through issues around marriage, parenting, money or work.
World Autism Awareness Day this week highlighted the need for early diagnosis of the developmental disorder, and a change of mindset to help people with autism lead productive and happy lives.
World Autism Awareness Day this week highlighted the need for early diagnosis of the developmental disorder, and a change of mindset to help people with autism lead productive and happy lives.
Frederique Bedos’ NGO, Le Projet Imagine – The Humble Heroes, has made more than 30 films about people who’ve made a difference. In an era of fake news, she is seeking real heroes in Hong Kong and China whose stories she can tell.
Frederique Bedos’ NGO, Le Projet Imagine – The Humble Heroes, has made more than 30 films about people who’ve made a difference. In an era of fake news, she is seeking real heroes in Hong Kong and China whose stories she can tell.
From visiting an adult sex shop together to a night on the dance floor, there are many ways for long-term couples to turn up the heat – and in turn experience a more intimate connection.
From visiting an adult sex shop together to a night on the dance floor, there are many ways for long-term couples to turn up the heat – and in turn experience a more intimate connection.
Children can be streamed, grouped for ability within the classroom, or taught in mixed-ability classes; streaming them in primary school, while possibly beneficial for high-ability learners, can affect the self-esteem of slower learners.
Children can be streamed, grouped for ability within the classroom, or taught in mixed-ability classes; streaming them in primary school, while possibly beneficial for high-ability learners, can affect the self-esteem of slower learners.
A new report from the American Academy of Paediatrics suggests introducing peanut-based foods before an infant’s first birthday, even as early as four months – a shift from previous guidance.
A new report from the American Academy of Paediatrics suggests introducing peanut-based foods before an infant’s first birthday, even as early as four months – a shift from previous guidance.
�?They’re just too exhausted from work’, �?They’re too stressed’ – don’t fool yourself by thinking these things when your partner is not showing you love. An unbalanced relationship needs to be addressed, or it will tip and collapse.
�?They’re just too exhausted from work’, �?They’re too stressed’ – don’t fool yourself by thinking these things when your partner is not showing you love. An unbalanced relationship needs to be addressed, or it will tip and collapse.
Linde Welberg and Lianna Fogg were given up for adoption in China because of the country’s one-child policy – but vowed to find their birth parents. Both felt pangs of separation, but have finally found closure.
Linde Welberg and Lianna Fogg were given up for adoption in China because of the country’s one-child policy – but vowed to find their birth parents. Both felt pangs of separation, but have finally found closure.
Divorce or the end of a long-term relationship does not have to be fraught with heartache and separation – a lifelong friendship can still blossom. Just be careful not to do it to rekindle an old romance as it will only end in tears.
Divorce or the end of a long-term relationship does not have to be fraught with heartache and separation – a lifelong friendship can still blossom. Just be careful not to do it to rekindle an old romance as it will only end in tears.
Sexual, physical and mental abuse, betrayal and poor parenting are the main causes of estrangement in families. An expert recommends reconnection, but only if any abuse has stopped and everyone is ready for it.
Sexual, physical and mental abuse, betrayal and poor parenting are the main causes of estrangement in families. An expert recommends reconnection, but only if any abuse has stopped and everyone is ready for it.
Joy Chen, author of the bestseller �?Do Not Marry Before Age 30’, encourages Chinese women not to feel forced into marriage. One fan did, but after divorcing, she married herself to reinforce her new sense of empowerment.
Joy Chen, author of the bestseller �?Do Not Marry Before Age 30’, encourages Chinese women not to feel forced into marriage. One fan did, but after divorcing, she married herself to reinforce her new sense of empowerment.
It is important to show respect, decency and love when breaking up with someone, even at the end when love has faded, so that both people can gain closure and move on. Sadly, some people just take the easy way out.
It is important to show respect, decency and love when breaking up with someone, even at the end when love has faded, so that both people can gain closure and move on. Sadly, some people just take the easy way out.
Fewer than 3 in 10 senior managers in the city are women, a study recently found; prejudice, cultural barriers are bad policy are to blame, academic says, and study’s co-author says employers have to change.
Fewer than 3 in 10 senior managers in the city are women, a study recently found; prejudice, cultural barriers are bad policy are to blame, academic says, and study’s co-author says employers have to change.