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Trail and error — December 24, 2013 A documentary film shows how those who seek travel adventure can turn unspoiled destinations into crowded
Father Franco Mella helping the downtrodden — September 27, 2015 The Italian priest tells Kate Whitehead how became fascinated by China, was eventually barred, and how
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Paul Zimmerman on dodging the military — August 9, 2015 The Southern District councilllor and co-founder of Hong Kong’s Civic Party tells Kate Whitehead
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Mindfulness meditation adapted for city life — June 9, 2013 Mindfulness meditation, a form of the Buddhist practice developed in the West and now available in Hong