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Hong Kong's Media Mogul Faces Critical Hearing Before Sentencing

January 12, 2026

Jimmy Lai, a well-known media figure in Hong Kong, is set to face a crucial hearing that will determine his sentence. This hearing comes after he was found guilty of serious charges related to national security and sedition. The case has caught the attention of the international community, with many

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Hong Kong's Democratic Party: A New Chapter Ends

December 14, 2025

Hong Kong's political scene has seen a huge shift. The Democratic Party, a key player in the city's pro-democracy movement for over 30 years, has decided to close down. This decision comes after a lot of thought and discussion among its members. Almost everyone agreed it was the best choice. The pa

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Hong Kong's High-Rise Fire: A Test for Beijing's Control

November 27, 2025

A devastating fire in a Hong Kong apartment building has left at least 55 people dead and nearly 300 missing. This tragedy comes at a time when Beijing's control over Hong Kong is already under scrutiny. The city has seen significant political changes since the 2019 pro-democracy protests, with elec

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Hong Kong's Democratic Party Calls It Quits

February 22, 2025

Hong Kong's Democratic Party, once a major player in the city's political scene, has decided to shut down. The party's chair, Lo Kin-hei, made the announcement, pointing to the challenging political climate as the reason behind the decision. This isn't the first time a political group has disbanded

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Hong Kong's Democracy Leaders Face Long Jail Terms

November 19, 2024

More than 40 of Hong Kong’s prominent democracy advocates have been sentenced to prison in the city’s largest ever national security trial. This includes well-known figures like Joshua Wong, who led pro-democracy protests and shouted “I love Hong Kong” before his sentence. The sentences range from 5