Mouthing Off | Why Hong Kong’s organic food labelling system has a big problem

Mouthing Off | Why Hong Kong’s organic food labelling system has a big problem

Can anyone really tell what is organic or not organic in Hong Kong? In the markets, I have seen veggies with a pen-written sign proclaiming their greens are “organic”. In the supermarket, there is fruit in cellophane wrap with generic “organic” stickers without any certification or proof. Can I truly trust the vendor? Is it … Read more

China’s Black Myth: Wukong mania lifts sales of Sony’s PS5 console, other gaming hardware

China’s Black Myth: Wukong mania lifts sales of Sony’s PS5 console, other gaming hardware

He added that his bricks-and-mortar store on Tuesday received more than dozen inquiries about the PS5’s availability. Sony’s flagship store in Shanghai’s upscale Huangpu district on Tuesday saw its stock of six freshly delivered PS5 consoles quickly snapped up, as a stream of shoppers helped lift total sales that day above normal levels, according to … Read more

With China’s economic plenum still unscheduled, observers worry politics remain in command

With China’s economic plenum still unscheduled, observers worry politics remain in command

Top priorities will include party discipline and cohesion, according to a statement issued after the meeting, though “high-quality development” was also emphasised. National security and upholding unity under the party and central government’s leadership remain the most crucial goals, while other matters such as youth employment and economic rejuvenation seem to rank lower, observers and … Read more