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45 pro-democracy Hong Kong activists sentenced to up to 10 years in prison under China-backed law

Western countries are outraged after Hong Kong used a Chinese national security law to sentence 45 pro-democracy activists to up to 10 years in prison.

Hong Kong September 26

Hong Kong journalists sentenced for 'sedition' and promoting 'illegal ideologies'

Two journalists attached to pro-democracy publication Stand News were sentenced this week on charges of "sedition" and "illegal ideologies."

Hong Kong September 26

Hong Kong debuts 2 giant pandas from Beijing, raising hopes for tourism boost

Hong Kong has welcomed a new pair of giant pandas from Beijing, An An and Ke Ke, raising hopes for a tourism boost. They are the third pair sent since 1997.

Media August 29

Hong Kong journalists convicted of sedition as China cracks down on free press: report

The former editor-in-chief of Stand News, Chung Pui-kuen, and fellow journalist Patrick Lam were both convicted of sedition in Hong Kong, according to recent reports.

Food-Drink August 24

Trendy bubble waffle, a 'unique' and 'flavorful' treat, began in Hong Kong as 'beloved' street food

Here is a history of the "bubble waffle" or "egg waffle," a food with its origins in Hong Kong that has made a splash across the United States in recent years.

World August 17

Giant panda and first-time mom gives birth to historic twins: 'We are thrilled'

Twin pandas were born to a first-time giant panda mom in Hong Kong. Both newborns need time and significant care to stabilize their health.

Hong Kong June 21

Former Hong Kong residents embrace UK politics amid lingering Beijing fears

Hong Kong residents who moved to Britain under a visa program following political crackdowns back home have voiced their experience participating in British democracy.

Hong Kong June 3

Communities abroad commemorate Tiananmen Square victims after Hong Kong crackdown quashes ceremonies

Hong Kong's decades-old annual vigil to commemorate those who died in the 1989 the Tiananmen Square crackdown has vanished after enactment of a China-imposed security law.

Hong Kong May 30

Hong Kong convicts 14 pro-democracy activists in landmark national security case

Fourteen pro-democracy activists have been convicted in Hong Kong's largest national security case for planning an unofficial primary election, officials said.

Hong Kong May 28

6 arrested in Hong Kong for allegedly violating new national security law

Six people in Hong Kong, including a former organizer of the city's annual Tiananmen Square vigil, were arrested for allegedly posting rebellious content on social media.