Hong Kong

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.

Hong Kong May 24

Popular protest anthem 'Glory to Hong Kong' to be pulled from all platforms, creator says

The distributor of the popular protest song "Glory to Hong Kong" on Friday announced the decision to remove the music from all platforms due to a court ban in the city.

United Kingdom May 24

Trial set for UK men accused of collaborating with Hong Kong intelligence service

A judge says a manager of the Hong Kong trade office in London and another man will go on trial for allegedly helping Hong Kong authorities gather intelligence in the U.K.

United Kingdom May 22

UK man charged with collaborating with Hong Kong intelligence service found dead

One of three men in the United Kingdom charged with collaborating with the Hong Kong intelligence service was found dead in an England park. Investigations into his death are ongoing.