Hong Kong national security law10 hrs agoHong Kong's Tiananmen activists sentenced to up to seven years in prisonHong Kong used to be one of the only places in Chinese territory where people could gather to mark the 1989 crackdown.10 hrs ago2 days agoHong Kong's first leader after British handover diesThe tenure of Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong's first leader after Britain handed over the city to China, was marked by crises and protests.2 days ago21 Aug 2026These bookshops let Chinese readers question their country - now the doors are closingFor some mainlanders, Hong Kong's independent bookstores are a window into a different, freer world.21 Aug 202621 Aug 2026Hong Kong's Tiananmen activists convicted in national security trialThree activists were accused of inciting others to subvert state power under the China-introduced law. 21 Aug 202628 Jul 2026Hong Kong activist allowed to stay in UK after deportation threatWu was detained for hours at London's Heathrow Airport last week and refused entry, he told the BBC.28 Jul 202615 Jul 2026Five arrested after Hong Kong police raid independent bookshopsOfficials say they are suspected of selling "seditious" books which incited "hatred" against authorities.15 Jul 202623 Mar 2026HK police can now demand phone passwords under new national security rulesThose who do not comply can be jailed for up to a year and fined up to HK$100,000 ($12,700; £9,600).23 Mar 20266 Mar 2026Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai will not appeal convictionLai was convicted and sentenced to 20 years in jail last month on charges for sedition and collusion with foreign forces.6 Mar 20264 Mar 2026Men on trial accused of 'shadow policing' for China on British soilThe duo are alleged to have carried out surveillance on Hong Kong pro-democracy campaigners.4 Mar 2026...
