Mass trials and Hong Kong’s reporting restrictions – a practical solution
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/18/mass-trials-and-hong-kongs-reporting-restrictions-a-practical-solution/
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Mass trials and Hong Kong’s reporting restrictions – a practical solution
The trouble with having 47 defendants in one case is not just that the proceedings become so long as to be a health hazard. People get tired and excited. Mistakes are made. While this was understan…
‘Not a big surprise’ if China bans live Oscars broadcast, says director after Hong Kong protest doc nomination
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/19/not-a-big-surprise-if-china-bans-live-oscars-broadcast-says-director-after-hong-kong-protest-doc-nomination/
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/19/not-a-big-surprise-if-china-bans-live-oscars-broadcast-says-director-after-hong-kong-protest-doc-nomination/
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'Not a big surprise' if China bans live Oscars broadcast, says director after Hong Kong protest doc nomination | Hong Kong Free…
The director of a Norwegian documentary about the 2019 Hong Kong pro-democracy protests and unrest has told HKFP it is “not a big surprise” that Chinese media outlets have reportedly been ordered to cancel live broadcasts of this year’s Oscars ceremony after…
Hongkongers fear police will gain new powers under new SIM card registration policy – survey
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/19/hongkongers-fear-police-will-gain-new-powers-under-new-sim-card-registration-policy-survey/
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Hongkongers fear police will gain new powers under new SIM card registration policy – survey
Almost 60 per cent of Hong Kong people fear police will get new powers to acquire personal data from telecommunications companies under plans to make users register when buying prepaid SIM phone ca…
Five Hong Kong democrats facing national security charges back behind bars after bail challenge withdrawal
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/19/five-hong-kong-democrats-facing-national-security-charges-back-behind-bars-after-bail-challenge-withdrawal/
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Five Hong Kong democrats facing national security charges back behind bars after bail challenge withdrawal | Hong Kong Free Press…
Five Hong Kong pro-democracy figures – who are among a group of 47 charged with “subversion” under the national security law – have withdrawn their challenge against a magistrate’s refusal to grant them bail. Meanwhile, the High Court ordered another activist…
Barred Hong Kong district councillor seeks to appeal court decision and pay legal fees through crowdfunding effort
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/19/barred-hong-kong-district-councillor-seeks-to-appeal-court-decision-and-pay-legal-fees-through-crowdfunding-effort/
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/19/barred-hong-kong-district-councillor-seeks-to-appeal-court-decision-and-pay-legal-fees-through-crowdfunding-effort/
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Barred Hong Kong district councillor seeks to appeal court decision and pay legal fees through crowdfunding effort | Hong Kong…
The first Hong Kong district councillor to be disqualified from office after winning a seat in the 2019 election is seeking the right to appeal against the High Court decision which barred him from office. Democratic Party district councillor Hinson Hung…
Premier Hong Kong protest coalition comes under fire from pro-Beijing and state media, leader vows to continue
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/19/premier-hong-kong-protest-coalition-comes-under-fire-from-pro-beijing-and-state-media-leader-vows-to-continue/
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Premier Hong Kong protest coalition comes under fire from pro-Beijing and state media, leader vows to continue | Hong Kong Free…
An ongoing campaign in pro-establishment media to discredit Hong Kong’s leading pan-democratic protest coalition – the Civil Human Rights Front – continued on Friday when two major news outlets carried prominent articles questioning the organisation’s right…
‘Can’t touch this!’: Hong Kong artists reflect on how a pandemic changes lives
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'Can't touch this!': Hong Kong artists reflect on how a pandemic changes lives | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
[Sponsored] The theme of WMA’s upcoming art exhibition is the Covid-19 pandemic. The title – “Can’t Touch This!” – is partly inspired by American rapper MC Hammer’s hit 1990 song U Can’t Touch This, as well as a parody version relating to coronavirus by a…
Raccoons to snakes: Shanghai animal cafes expand to exotics
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Raccoons to snakes: Shanghai animal cafes expand to exotics
by Peter Stabbings & Lan Lianchao A baby raccoon to stroke while you sip your skinny latte? Or a snake to coil around you after your cappuccino? Forget dog or cat cafes, Shanghai’s animal…
Myanmar’s coup marks a continuing worldwide retreat from democracy
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/20/myanmars-coup-marks-a-continuing-worldwide-retreat-from-democracy/
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Myanmar’s coup marks a continuing worldwide retreat from democracy | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
By T-Fai Yeung Myanmar’s coup is part of the retreat from democracy around the world. Some commentators see the balance of power swinging against the global democratic bloc unless a way can be found to deter the armed forces from committing crimes against…
HKFP Guide: Writing to prisoners in Hong Kong
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HKFP Guide: Writing to prisoners in Hong Kong
Last updated: October 27, 2021. There are currently over 200 pro-democracy figures behind bars or in custody, according to final figures provided by the soon-to-be-disbanded prisoners’ rights group Wall-fare. In all, there were – on average – 7,752 people…
The last merchants of Hong Kong’s Yue Man Square
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The last merchants of Hong Kong’s Yue Man Square
“It was my father’s last wish for me to inherit the store,” says Mr. Hui, the owner of On Kee Leather Goods, one of the last remaining stores in Yue Man Square, Kwun Tong. Hui is …
Why is Hong Kong’s Transport Dep’t putting cars ahead of people?
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/21/why-is-hong-kongs-transport-dept-putting-cars-ahead-of-people/
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Why is Hong Kong's Transport Dep't putting cars ahead of people? | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Lockdown and stay home, the lessons of Covid-19, have prompted soul-searching worldwide on the future of cities. From Europe to the US, environmentalists and urbanists are exploring a concept that would give residents everything they need within minutes of…
In Pictures: Australian artist creates miniature Hong Kong Mahjong shop
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In Pictures: Australian artist creates miniature Hong Kong Mahjong shop
Following his popular model of a Temple Street building, Australian artist Joshua Smith has once again drawn inspiration from Hong Kong and created a model of a Mahjong shop. The shop, Biu Kee Mah-…
Covid-19: Hong Kong cases drop to single digits as man with chronic illnesses dies after BioNTech jab
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/22/covid-19-hong-kong-cases-drop-to-single-digits-as-man-with-chronic-illnesses-dies-after-biontech-jab/
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Covid-19: Hong Kong cases drop to single digits as man with chronic illnesses dies after BioNTech jab | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Hong Kong has dropped to single digits for two days in a row. Meanwhile, a man with chronic illnesses died on Friday, three days after receiving the BioNTech vaccine – the first such case in the city. Health authorities…
Espionage trial starts for second Canadian detained in China, Michael Kovrig
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/22/espionage-trial-starts-for-second-canadian-detained-in-china-michael-kovrig/
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Espionage trial starts for second Canadian detained in China, Michael Kovrig | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
by Jing Xuan Teng The trial for Michael Kovrig, the Canadian detained more than two years ago in China on espionage charges, started on Monday, with relations between Ottawa and Beijing in freefall. The hearing comes days after the closed-door trial of another…
Hong Kong pro-Beijing group claims over 2.38 million signatures in support of electoral changes
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/22/hong-kong-pro-beijing-group-claims-over-2-38-million-signatures-in-support-of-electoral-changes/
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/22/hong-kong-pro-beijing-group-claims-over-2-38-million-signatures-in-support-of-electoral-changes/
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Hong Kong pro-Beijing group claims over 2.38 million signatures in support of electoral changes | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
A pro-Beijing group in Hong Kong claims it has gathered more than 2.38 million signatures in support of the looming electoral overhaul which aims to ensure that only “patriots” rule the city. The Sign For HK 2021 campaign – led by Beijing loyalist Tam Yiu…
Eight Hongkongers return from China after 7 months in jail for illegal border crossing
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/22/eight-hongkongers-return-from-china-after-7-months-in-jail-for-illegal-border-crossing/
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Eight Hongkongers return from China after 7 months in jail for illegal border crossing | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Eight of the 12 Hong Kong activists arrested at sea while trying to flee to Taiwan returned to the city on Monday after serving seven months behind bars in mainland China. Police said they received the eight males at Shenzhen Bay Port in batches. Activist…
China sanctions 10 Europeans including parliamentarians after EU approves measures over Uighur crackdown
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/23/china-sanctions-10-europeans-including-parliamentarians-after-eu-approves-measures-over-uighur-crackdown/
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China sanctions 10 Europeans including parliamentarians after EU approves measures over Uighur crackdown | Hong Kong Free Press…
China on Monday announced sanctions on 10 Europeans including politicians and scholars, as well as four entities, in retaliation against the EU’s approval of measures over Beijing’s crackdown on the Uighur minority. “This move, based on nothing but lies and…
Hong Kong will distribute mainland books to schools to promote patriotism
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/23/hong-kong-will-distribute-mainland-books-to-schools-to-promote-patriotism/
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/23/hong-kong-will-distribute-mainland-books-to-schools-to-promote-patriotism/
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Hong Kong will distribute mainland books to schools to promote patriotism
All schools in Hong Kong will be given a 48-volume box set of mainland-produced picture books entitled “My Home is in China” in an attempt to foster a sense of patriotism in students, H…
Hong Kong’s political future to be mapped out in Beijing next week
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/23/china-standing-committee-meets-to-decide-details-for-hong-kong-electoral-overhaul/
https://hongkongfp.com/2021/03/23/china-standing-committee-meets-to-decide-details-for-hong-kong-electoral-overhaul/
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Hong Kong's political future to be mapped out in Beijing next week | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
The political future of Hong Kong will be mapped out early next week when a high-powered committee of China’s top legislative body meets to decide the details of a controversial overhaul of the city’s electoral system. The National People’s Congress Standing…