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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
People left baffled by new 'hanging' cure for insomnia - it could prove deadly
A new, potentially deadly insomnia hack which involves people hanging from belts in an attempt to get some decent shut eye has shocked social media users. In the clips, Chinese citizens are seen with their heads in a harnesses attached to fixed metal bars, as they swing back and forth or side to side for a few minutes. This apparent cure for insomnia is based on a technique developed by a man named Sun Rongchun from Shenyang, a city in northeast China. Mr Sun suffered from cervical spondylosis, age-related neck pain caused by bones in the spine wearing down over time, which also affected his sleep. He developed the neck harness and swinging technique to alleviate this pain by relieving pressure on the spine, with numerous videos claiming it combats insomnia. A clip shared on X — viewed over 11million times— states: 'Those who try it claim their sleep problems have significantly improved.' Some users posting under the clip claimed it was an example of cervical spine traction—a treatment where a pulling motion is applied on the neck to relieve pain and pressure. However, other baffled commentators said it looked like a 'way to sleep forever'. Medics have also warned the technique is not backed by evidence as an insomnia aid and could even be fatal. They cautioned that the cervical spine, the part of the backbone that forms the neck, isn't designed to support a person's full weight from a harness. Doing so risks damaging the sensitive vertebrae and blood vessels in your neck, risking a stroke, nerve damage or even full paralysis. Chinese media have also reported deaths linked to the practice, with one man from Chongqing, in the country's south east, reportedly dying while using a neck harness attached to a tree last year. Dr Siddhart Gautam, a neurosurgeon from Mumbai, told that while people who use the devices may experience a placebo effect, there no evidence it actually works to help insomnia. Fellow neurology expert Dr Manish Chhabria, also from Mumbai, agreed, stating the technique is dangerous and could even be deadly due to extreme pressure on the neck. More than 5million people in the UK are thought to suffer from chronic insomnia. This is defined as struggling to fall or stay asleep at least three nights a week for more than three months. GPs are increasingly cautious about prescribing sleeping pills due to concerns about tolerance–where patients need higher doses to feel the same effect–and addiction. Long-term use of traditional sleeping pills has been linked to increased risks of dementia, falls and impaired concentration – which can be particularly dangerous when driving. NHS guidelines instead recommend cognitive behavioural therapy, a form of psychotherapy, as the first-line treatment for the condition. The health service recommends adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night on average.
Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
2 Japanese men killed in China after business dispute
Chinese police notified the Japanese consulate in Shenyang on May 25 about the killings. (AFP pic) TOKYO : China's foreign ministry said today that two Japanese men killed last month in the northeastern city of Dalian were business partners of the suspect and authorities were investigating. Dalian police confirmed the case in a statement today and said a 42-year-old male suspect of Chinese nationality has been arrested. He had lived in Japan for a long time, the statement said. The two victims were business partners of the suspect who had entered China temporarily, police said, adding that the incident was triggered due to business conflicts. Kyodo News had reported the incident earlier today, citing the Japanese embassy in China. Chinese police notified the Japanese consulate in Shenyang on May 25 about the killings, the report said.
Malay Mail
27-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Hang Lung Achieves Sustainability Milestone: 80% of Mainland Portfolio Powered by Renewable Energy
Forum 66, Palace 66, and Olympia 66 are the first commercial developments in Liaoning Province to be powered by wind and solar energy Forum 66, Palace 66, and Olympia 66 are the first commercial developments in Liaoning Province to adopt green energy At Forum 66 in Shenyang, the Green Power Purchase Agreement was signed by (from left) Mr. Arthur Wong, Deputy General Manager – Mainland Business Operation of Hang Lung Properties, Mr. John Haffner, Deputy Director – Sustainability of Hang Lung Properties, Mr. Jinzeng Yu, Deputy General Manager of Northeast Region of China Resources Power, and Ms. Airong Yang, General Manager of China Resources (Liaoning) Electric Power Sales Co., Ltd "As a leading luxury hotel, we work to ingrain sustainability in all aspects of our operations," said Mr. Erich Kaiserseder, General Manager, Conrad Shenyang. "It is great news for us and for our guests that Hang Lung has procured renewable energy for its Liaoning properties, including all the electricity for our hotel in Forum 66." "Tenants and landlords need to work together to advance common sustainability goals," said Ms. Xuan Liu, Director, Dacheng Shenyang Law Firm. "We are very happy that our office space at Forum 66 is now powered by green electricity thanks to Hang Lung's initiative in the market." Located in Shenyang, capital of Liaoning Province, Forum 66 is a mixed-use development comprising a world-class shopping mall, Grade A office tower and the 5-star Conrad Shenyang on Qingnian Da Jie, also known as the "Golden Corridor", while Palace 66 caters to young and trendy consumers as an aspirational retail and lifestyle destination. Olympia 66 in Dalian is the epicentre of luxury retail and lifestyle destination. Appendix: Hang Lung's Renewable Energy Chronology: December 2021: Spring City 66 in Kunming is Hang Lung's first property and the first commercial complex in Yunnan Province to be powered by renewable energy. Spring City 66 in Kunming is Hang Lung's first property and the first commercial complex in Yunnan Province to be powered by renewable energy. January 2023: Parc 66 in Jinan is the first commercial property in Jinan and Shandong Province to be powered by renewable energy. Parc 66 in Jinan is the first commercial property in Jinan and Shandong Province to be powered by renewable energy. April 2024: Plaza 66 and Grand Gateway 66 in Shanghai, and Center 66 in Wuxi build on the successes in Kunming and Jinan and are also powered by renewable energy. Plaza 66 and Grand Gateway 66 in Shanghai, and Center 66 in Wuxi build on the successes in Kunming and Jinan and are also powered by renewable energy. May 2025: Forum 66 and Palace 66 in Shenyang, as well as Olympia 66 in Dalian, are the first commercial complexes in Liaoning Province to be powered by renewable energy. Altogether, eight out of ten of Hang Lung's Mainland operating properties are now powered by renewable energy.* *Green power terms under power purchase agreements for the entire property (covering both landlord and tenant consumption) since May 1, 2025. Property Minimum Green Electricity Under Bundled Power Purchase Agreement Maximum Unbundled Green Electricity Certificate Spring City 66, Kunming 100% 0% Parc 66, Jinan 100% 0% Center 66, Wuxi 98% 2% Grand Gateway 66, Shanghai 95% 5% Plaza 66, Shanghai 95% 5% Forum 66, Shenyang 95% 5% Palace 66, Shenyang 95% 5% Olympia 66, Dalian 95% 5% "As a leading luxury hotel, we work to ingrain sustainability in all aspects of our operations," said Mr. Erich Kaiserseder, General Manager, Conrad Shenyang. "It is great news for us and for our guests that Hang Lung has procured renewable energy for its Liaoning properties, including all the electricity for our hotel in Forum 66.""Tenants and landlords need to work together to advance common sustainability goals," said Ms. Xuan Liu, Director, Dacheng Shenyang Law Firm. "We are very happy that our office space at Forum 66 is now powered by green electricity thanks to Hang Lung's initiative in the market."Located in Shenyang, capital of Liaoning Province, Forum 66 is a mixed-use development comprising a world-class shopping mall, Grade A office tower and the 5-star Conrad Shenyang on Qingnian Da Jie, also known as the "Golden Corridor", while Palace 66 caters to young and trendy consumers as an aspirational retail and lifestyle destination. Olympia 66 in Dalian is the epicentre of luxury retail and lifestyle destination. HONG KONG SAR & SHANGHAI, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 May 2025 - Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (the "Company" or "Hang Lung") announced that the Company has increased its portfolio of renewable energy-powered properties in mainland China from 50% to 80% of its operating properties. The three additional properties—Forum 66 and Palace 66 in Shenyang, and Olympia 66 in Dalian—have transitioned to renewable energy sources since May 1, 2025, and are the first commercial developments in Liaoning Province to achieve this milestone."This transaction marks a major step towards realizing Hang Lung's 2050 net zero goal . With these latest pioneering renewable energy projects in mainland China, we are proud to continue leading this journey," said Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair of Hang Lung Properties and Chair of the Sustainability Steering Committee. "We will continue to pioneer renewable energy initiatives, support the sustainability targets of our partners, and inspire others to accelerate their decarbonization efforts in line with China's dual carbon ambitions."The three properties have secured renewable energy from wind and solar sources through power purchase agreements aligned with China's green energy policy framework. By the end of 2025, Hang Lung is expected to purchase a total of approximately 320 million kWh of renewable energy across eight properties. This achievement surpasses the Company's sustainability target of 25% renewable energy for its mainland China portfolio in 2025. Hang Lung's clear demand signal for renewable energy in multiple cities is helping to accelerate the energy transition, empower tenants to advance their own sustainability commitments with direct access to renewable energy, and foster a greener retail and commercial ecosystem in #HangLung #Forum66 #Palace66 #Olympia66 The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Hang Lung Properties Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) creates compelling spaces that enrich lives. Headquartered in Hong Kong, Hang Lung Properties develops and manages a diversified portfolio of world-class properties in Hong Kong and the nine Mainland cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan and Hangzhou. With its luxury positioning under the '66' brand, the company's Mainland portfolio has established its leading position as the 'Pulse of the City'. Hang Lung Properties is also recognized for leading the way in enhancing sustainability initiatives in the real estate industry, all the while pursuing sustainable growth by connecting customers and communities. At Hang Lung Properties – We Do It Well. For more information, please visit
South China Morning Post
21-05-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Chinese biotech firm secures US$6 billion Pfizer deal for cancer drug
Chinese drug maker 3SBio has licensed its new cancer drug to US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer in the largest deal ever for China's biotech industry, underscoring the strong commercial Sino-US ties despite geopolitical headwinds. Based in Shenyang, capital of northeastern Liaoning province, 3SBio will receive a US$1.25 billion upfront payment for licensing its cancer drug SSGJ-707 exclusively to Pfizer, which will manufacture and commercialise the drug outside mainland China, the companies announced on Tuesday. The size of Pfizer's upfront payment sets a record for Chinese drug licensing deals, Shanghai-based data provider PharmCube wrote in a blog post on Tuesday. 3SBio could receive additional payments of up to US$4.8 billion if certain development, regulatory and commercial milestones are met. The Chinese firm would also be entitled to tiered double-digit royalties on drug sales. As part of the deal, Pfizer is investing US$100 million in equity in 3SBio, according to the companies. 06:10 China's new cancer drug gets US approval at huge price mark-up China's new cancer drug gets US approval at huge price mark-up 3SBio was established in 1993 by Lou Dan, a former director at a local military medical research institute in Shenyang, with an initial focus on interferons, a type of protein that helps the immune system defend against certain infections and diseases.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
China using DeepSeek to develop sixth-gen J-35, J-50 stealth fighters: Report
China's efforts to modernize its aerospace capabilities improved when a senior defense engineer confirmed that a new artificial intelligence tool, DeepSeek, is helping to develop the country's latest combat aircraft. The revelation, disclosed by Wang Yongqing, chief designer at the Shenyang Aircraft Design Institute, highlights a strategic turn toward AI-driven innovation within China's military-industrial complex. Speaking to the state-owned Wang stated that his engineering teams have begun systematically incorporating DeepSeek, a Chinese-developed large language model, into the development cycle of new-generation warplanes. The move represents a deliberate effort to harness AI not merely for automation, but as a conceptual co-pilot in resolving complex, high-stakes design and systems integration challenges. Wang explained that his teams have done a lot of research on how large language models (LLMs), like DeepSeek, can be used. He highlighted that these models can speed up analysis and provide new solutions to technical problems. 'This technology is already demonstrating considerable operational value,' he said, 'providing novel methodologies and pathways for future aerospace R&D.' Wang has nearly four decades of experience at the Shenyang Aircraft Design Institute, a subsidiary of the state-owned Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC). Under his leadership, the institute has played a central role in developing China's frontline multirole fighters, including the carrier-based J-15 'Flying Shark' and the next-generation J-35 stealth platform, manufactured by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation. Wang emphasized that artificial intelligence is not merely a peripheral tool but is being embedded into core workflows. He cited the automation of time-intensive verification and review procedures as one example, allowing senior engineers to redirect cognitive resources toward high-priority problem-solving and systems architecture. 'This is not only a technical enhancement; it is indicative of the strategic trajectory for aerospace innovation,' he asserted. Wang confirmed ongoing development of multipurpose J-35 variants featuring dual air-sea operational capability, stating that progress is 'advancing steadily by established plans.' The platform is widely expected to play a key role in People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) and Navy operations, further narrowing the technological gap with Western stealth fighters. Concurrently, visual evidence suggests that China has intensified flight testing of what are presumed to be sixth-generation combat aircraft, speculatively labeled J-36 and J-50 in defense circles. Unverified images and footage circulated on Chinese social media platforms depict prototype airframes exhibiting advanced stealth geometries and potentially directed-energy integration, though official confirmation remains absent. The deployment of DeepSeek AI in the defense sector reflects a broader national trend. Developed by a Hangzhou-based laboratory, DeepSeek gained international attention earlier this year after launching a cost-competitive LLM that reportedly rivaled and outperformed US counterparts in some metrics, according to SCMP. The model's accessibility and performance prompted rapid uptake across civilian and state sectors, ranging from educational institutions and healthcare systems to municipal administrations and strategic defense enterprises. China's adoption of homegrown LLMs like DeepSeek in high-security applications indicates a maturing domestic AI ecosystem. As geopolitical competition extends into algorithmic and autonomous warfare domains, integrating AI into defense R&D signals Beijing's intent to stay competitive in kinetic capabilities, cognitive warfare, and systems superiority.
