Hong Kong
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14 pro-democracy activists convicted in Hong Kong's biggest national security case, face life term
World | May 30, 2024, 09:07 AM ISTAt least 47 pro-democracy activists were prosecuted in 2021 for their involvement in unofficial primaries, under Beijing's draconian national security law. The law has been used to effectively wipe out public dissent and crush political opposition since the massive 2019 anti-government protests.
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5 Biggest upsets in T20I cricket history as Bangladesh go down to USA
Cricket | May 22, 2024, 04:24 PM ISTT20 World Cup is less than two weeks away and all the teams are gearing up for the mega event. Bangladesh, in order to get used to the conditions, are playing a three-match series against the co-hosts USA and were shocked by them in the first match. On that note, we look at five upsets in T20Is
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Hong Kong enacts Article 23: How will contentious new national security law affect common people?
Explainers | Mar 19, 2024, 07:08 PM ISTThe news Hong Kong law threatens stringent penalties for a wide range of actions authorities call threats to national security, with the most severe — including treason and insurrection — punishable by life imprisonment.
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Hong Kong unanimously passes new national security law or Article 23 widening crackdown on dissent
World | Mar 19, 2024, 04:56 PM ISTThe package, known as Article 23, updates or creates new laws and penalties to prohibit treason, sabotage, sedition, the theft of state secrets and espionage.
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Hong Kong sentences 12 to prison for storming legislature during 2019 pro-democracy protests
World | Mar 16, 2024, 12:34 PM ISTThose sentenced include Gregory Wong, 45, for six years, along with political activists Ventus Lau and Owen Chow. District court Judge Li Chi-ho, who handed the sentences, said the incident was a "serious blow" to the rule of law when protesters vandalised the city legislature.
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Hong Kong introduces new national security draft bill with tougher penalties to stifle dissent
World | Mar 08, 2024, 01:24 PM ISTHong Kong, a booming business hub, has come under the scanner as authorities launched a crackdown on dissent in the semi-autonomous city. This crackdown began after violent pro-democracy protests in 2019 after which several pro-democracy lawmakers have been arrested while others fled abroad.
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Hong Kong court upholds verdict favouring equal inheritance rights for same-sex couples
World | Oct 24, 2023, 05:46 PM ISTThe court rejected the government's motion that same-sex couples face differential treatment under two inheritance laws, constituting unlawful discrimination. The case pertained to the years-long battle between the government and a same-sex couple over property inheritance.
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China, Hong Kong cancel over 400 flights as Typhoon Saola approaches with wind speed of 200kmph
World | Sep 01, 2023, 06:04 PM ISTRail authorities in mainland China suspended all trains entering or leaving Guangdong province from Friday night to Saturday evening.
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Hong Kong police arrests 10 for 'colluding with foreign forces' to support pro-democracy activists
World | Aug 10, 2023, 04:09 PM ISTThe newly arrested persons, involving four men and six women, are suspected of using a now-defunct fund to provide financial support for pro-democracy activists who have been either arrested or fled Hong Kong.
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'Daredevil', who climbed skyscrapers around world, killed after falling from 68-story building
World | Jul 31, 2023, 09:28 PM ISTLucidi, who used the name "Remi Enigma" on social media, last posted a photo of Hong Kong’s night view a week ago on Instagram and tagged the location as Times Square in the shopping district Causeway Bay.
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French daredevil stuntman Remi Lucidi dies after falling from a skyscraper in Hong Kong
Trending | Jul 31, 2023, 08:12 PM ISTRemi Lucidi, known for scaling tall building across the globe, died after falling from a residential building in Hong Kong.
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Four arrested in Hong Kong for colluding with pro-democracy activists to 'endanger national security
World | Jul 06, 2023, 02:08 PM ISTHong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee has announced bounties of 1 million Hong Kong dollars for information leading to arrest of eight pro-democracy activists living abroad.
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Australian PM slams China-controlled Hong Kong administration for targeting pro-democracy activists
World | Jul 05, 2023, 10:33 AM ISTThe Australian Prime Minister also spoke against Australian journalist Cheng Lei's detention in Beijing, saying she was being held without proper process. Cheng has been detained in a Chinese prison since 2020 and stood trial last year without any verdict in sight.
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Hong Kong flight taxiing on runway at 285km/h when pilot applied emergency brakes I WATCH
World | Jun 25, 2023, 11:59 AM ISTAn Airport Authority spokeswoman told SCMP that the flight had aborted its take-off because of a “signal anomaly”.
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AI to eliminate 800,000 jobs in Hong Kong by 2028: REPORT
Technology | Jun 16, 2023, 02:21 PM ISTRising concerns over job losses accompany the increased adoption of AI models like ChatGPT, prompting companies in Hong Kong to urge employees in non-IT roles to learn ChatGPT usage, according to Venturenix.
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US sanctions firms from Iran, China and Hong Kong over alleged aiding of Iran’s missile program
World | Jun 07, 2023, 08:45 AM ISTZhejiang Qingji, based in China, is one of the targets of the sanctions. It is said to have sold centrifuges and other materials to an Iran-based company that is affiliated with the country's defense ministry.
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Hong Kong: Fire engulfs under construction skyscraper in shopping district, probe underway | WATCH
World | Mar 04, 2023, 12:01 PM ISTHong Kong fire: When firefighters arrived at the scene Thursday night, flames were seen on multiple floors of the building but only temporary firefighting equipment was available, fire officer said.
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Hong Kong opens gates for tourists, sends 500,000 free air tickets under 'Hello Hong Kong' campaign
World | Feb 03, 2023, 12:43 PM ISTHong Kong's tourism industry has suffered since 2019 after months of political strife that at times turned into violent clashes between protesters and police, as well as harsh entry restrictions implemented during the pandemic.
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Covid alert: US issues new mandate; travellers from China to present negative coronavirus tests
World | Jan 02, 2023, 06:18 AM ISTCovid: USA has made it mandatory for Chinese travellers to present negative tests on arrival.
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China’s Zero Covid policy spreads to Hong Kong amid demand for Xi's resignation; US backs protesters
World | Nov 28, 2022, 10:56 PM ISTUnprecedented protests are seen on China's streets against Zero Covid policy and people are demanding President Xi's resignation.