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Witnesses against Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai mistreated to drive out
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
The witnesses against Hong Media media tycoon and activist Jimmy Lai were strongly mistreated by the Chinese authorities to bring out the 'desired' confessions, raising questions about whether his testimony will be voluntary and reliable, an investigative report by The Washington Post stated
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UK urges immediate release of Jimmy Lai as Hong Kong trial begins
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Lai, detained since December 2020, appeared in court facing charges of conspiring to collude with foreign powers under China's national security law imposed on the territory in June 2020.
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Jailed Hong Kong activist Kong Jimmy Lai to go on trial under national sec
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, known for his support of the pro-democracy movement and criticism of China, will go on trial on Monday on three counts of "colluding with foreign forces" under sweeping national security law, CNN reported.
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CoinEx World Tour: Celebrating 6 Years of Global Success
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Hong Kong, December 15: As December unfolds, CoinEx, a prominent global cryptocurrency exchange, joyously marks its 6th anniversary. Throughout its journey, of resilience, progress, and dedication to providing an exceptional trading experience worldwide.
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Hong Kong police puts bounties on 5 activists for alleged security crimes
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
The Hong Kong police on Thursday accused five activists based overseas of breaching China-imposed national security law and issued bounties worth USD 128,000 for information leading to each of their arrests, Voice of America (VOA) reported.
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Andrey Rublev to lead field at Hong Kong Open
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
World No.5 Andrey Rublev is set to lead the field at the Hong Kong Tennis Open in Week 1 of the new season.
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China: Millions blacklisted for debt as loan defaults hit record high
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
After online payment platforms like Alipay and WeChat replaced cash as the most used payment method in China, many stores refused cash payments, and some defaulters said it had become difficult for them to even buy food.
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Hong Kong's Largest Ever New Year Countdown Firework Musical to Welcome 20
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], December 13: As the world eagerly anticipates the arrival of 2024, all eyes will turn to Hong Kong for the city's largest New Year's Eve firework display to date on December 31, 2023 (Sunday). Set against the iconic Hong Kong skyline, spectators will be treated to a 12-min
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Hong Kong people lament Chinese control
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
In 2019, 71.2 per cent of the population turned out - mostly to vote for pro-democracy candidates and thereby slamming government arguments that only a "noisy minority" was protesting - whereas the participation rate plummeted to 27.54 per cent in elections held on 10 December 2023.
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TECNO Launches Three Pioneering Technologies at its Annual Future Lens 202
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Hong Kong, December 11: TECNO, a global pioneer in mobile imaging technology, recently hosted its annual signature event Future Lens 2023 in Shanghai. During the event, TECNO previewed and showcased its three newest imaging technologies for the coming year: A game-changing W-shaped Adjust
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Hong Kong holds first 'patriots only' local elections following electoral
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Following an electoral change that made it nearly difficult for pro-democracy candidates to be on the ballot, Hong Kong has begun voting in its first "patriots only" district council election, according to Al Jazeera.
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American Express appoints Sharon Chew as Vice President & General Mana
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], November 24: American Express announced the appointment of Sharon Chew as the Vice President & General Manager of Global Merchant Services Asia. In her new role, Sharon will be responsible for all aspects of card acceptance, including payments processing, client manage
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