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Hong Kong: Protesters target station amid anger at face-mask law

Protesters in Hong Kong on Friday (October 4) damaged the Sha Tin Metro station, after the government said it would invoke a British colonial-era law to allow authorities to make regulations.

04/10/2019

China

Hong Kong government invokes emergency powers to 'end violence'

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said she would invoke emergency powers in an effort to "end violence and restore order".

04/10/2019

Europe Decoded

The Hong Kong protests, explained | #TheCube

Numerous protestors told The Cube that they will continue until all their demands are met. "All five and not one less" has become a key rallying cry during the demonstrations.

03/10/2019

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Hong Kong police break up protests in day of violence

Tens of thousands of people joined anti-government demonstrations as China marked 70 years of Communist rule.

01/10/2019

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China celebrates 70 years of communist rule

China put on a show to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party's rule.

01/10/2019

China

Watch: Celebrations mark 70th anniversary of communist China

The People's Republic of China celebrated its 70th anniversary on October 1. Mao Zedong proclaimed the founding of the country in 1949 after a communist victory in the civil war.

01/10/2019

China

Hong Kong police shoot young protester at close range

As China celebrated the 70th anniversary since becoming a communist state, protesters in Hong Kong marched in the streets.

01/10/2019

China

Hong Kong looks set to spoil China's National Day

"The Communist Party of China does not forget and does not forgive, so don't spoil their 70th anniversary," one expert said.

01/10/2019

Travel News

Sanya - tourist activity hotspot in the South China Sea

In partnership with Sanya

From scuba diving in crystal clear waters, to hiking in stunning mountain scenery, Sanya is a huge favourite with tourists looking for adventure. The nightlife is vibrant too, ranging from romantic dining to live music.

30/09/2019

China

Drone finds Chinese fugitive on the run for 17 years

Police said isolation had "devastated" the convicted people trafficker who had not taken a bath or done laundry in a "long time."

30/09/2019

World

Hong Kong protests expected to go ahead on China anniversary despite ban

Pro-democracy protests are expected to take place in Hong Kong on Tuesday - on the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Federal Republic. It's in defiance of a ban on the demonstrations taking place having been confirmed by the authorities.

30/09/2019

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Police use tear gas at anti-China protest in Hong Kong

A large crowd amassed for a protest rally ahead of Tuesday's 70th anniversary of communist rule in China.

29/09/2019

China

Hong Kong protests intensify as China communist anniversary looms

Police in Hong Kong on Sunday fired round after round of tear gas at petrol-bomb throwing protesters in clashes and its spread across the main island.

29/09/2019

Travel News

Eating out in Shanghai from dumplings to fried crab

In partnership with Shanghai Gourmet Festival

From traditional street food to Michelin-starred restaurants, Shanghai boasts a colourful and vibrant food scene - with its own distinctive flavours. Euronews' Metropolitan scours the buzzing mega-city - meeting some of its best chefs and sampling some of its gastronomic delights.

24/09/2019

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Spectacular rehearsal for China's National Day Celebrations

The third joint rehearsal for the upcoming National Day celebrations concluded early Monday morning in Beijing, eight days ahead of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC), which falls on Oct. 1

23/09/2019

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Police fire pepper spray in latest unrest in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police used pepper spray to disperse protesters on Sunday (September 22) as the Chinese-ruled city once again plunged into chaos over the weekend

23/09/2019

China

Police in Hong Kong fire tear gas at anti-government protesters

Meanwhile groups loyal to the Chinese government began tearing down anti-government messages from so-called Lennon walls, named after the Beatles singer John Lennon

21/09/2019

China

Watch: Eyeball drinks on the menu in Hong Kong in honour of protesters

This Hong Kong restaurant is paying tribute to a woman whose eye was injured during pro-democracy protests. The woman became a symbol of alleged police violence during demonstrations.

20/09/2019

China

Watch: Toymaker documents Hong Kong protests in miniature

With their gas masks and yellow raincoats they look like the average Hong Kong protester – just one-20th the size. The designer has also built miniature road blocks and tear gas canisters.

16/09/2019

China

Spain beats Argentina 95-75 to win basketball World Cup

Spain won the FIBA Basketball World Cup for the first time since 2006.

15/09/2019

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Chinese celebrations for Mid-Autumn Festival

China has being holding events to mark its traditional Mid-Autumn Festival.

14/09/2019

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Pro and anti-Beijing groups scuffle in Hong Kong mall

The pro-China demonstrators chanted "Support the police" and "China, add oil", adapting a line used by anti-Hong Kong government protesters and loosely meaning: "China, keep your strength up." "Hong Kong is China," one woman shouted.

14/09/2019

China

Rival groups clash in Hong Kong protests

Pro-democracy and pro-Beijing groups clashed in a shopping mall in Hong Kong on Saturday as unrest over alleged Chinese interference in the territory continued.

14/09/2019

China

Hong Kong protesters plan shopping mall sit-ins after hill-top human chains

Hong Kong protesters plan shopping mall sit-ins after hill-top human chains

14/09/2019

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Counter protesters in Hong Kong wave Chinese flags

Hundreds of pro-government protesters in Hong Kong waved Chinese flags and sang the Chinese national anthem several times on Friday, breaking out into cheers at the end of each rendition.

13/09/2019

China

Watch again: Pro-China protest in Hong Kong shopping mall

Demonstrators waved Chinese flags and shouted slogans.

13/09/2019