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Hundreds march in Hong Kong against one-party rule

The march comes before the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre of hundreds - and possibly thousands - of students protesting against the repressive rule of China's communist party.

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Hong Kong's festival to drive away evil spirits

Thousands of people flocked to an outlying island in Hong Kong on Tuesday to celebrate the Cheung Chau Bun festival, one of the oldest and most colourful in Hong Kong which began around 100 years ago after a deadly plague devastated the island.

China

Hong Kong: Activist found guilty of rioting in 2016

Prominent independence activist 26-year-old Edward Leung could face up to 12 years in prison for his role in one of the former British colony's worst ever riots.

Cult

Art Basel Hong Kong opens its doors

Two-hundred-and-forty-eight leading galleries from 32 countries are showcasing their work at Asia's largest contemporary art fair.

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Recycling drainage pipes into new homes in Hong Kong

Micro-apartments made from giant concrete drainage pipes are on display in Hong Kong’s industrial area of Kwun Tong

China

Sweden protests over Kong Kong-based publisher ‘seized' in China

Bookseller and Swedish citizen Gui Minhai, who has previously been held in China, was reportedly arrested on a train in the presence of European diplomats.

China

Hong Kong democracy leader Joshua Wong jailed for second time

The 21-year-old has been imprisoned for three months for his role during the 2014 pro-democracy “Umbrella Movement” protests against the Chinese government.

China

Hands off Hong Kong, protesters warn China

Pro-democracy campaigners say China’s Communist Party leaders are chipping away at the autonomy of the former British colony.

China

Hundreds join Hong Kong pro-democracy protest

Activists say the semi-autonomous city risks losing its rights and freedoms under growing pressure from Beijing.

Living

Pink diamond breaks Asian auction record

The diamond just fell short of breaking a world record.

China

Chinese anthem law extended to Hong Kong

A Chinese law which bans anyone from disrespecting the national anthem has been extended to Hong Kong.

China

Hong Kong protest leaders released on bail

Hong Kong's highest court has released pro-democracy activists Joshua Wong and Nathan Law on bail pending an appeal of their prison sentences after they were convicted of sparking massive protests in 2014

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mid-Autumn festival gets underway in Hong Kong

Performers carry a giant fire dragon in the Tai Hang district of Hong Kong as part of the mid-Autumn festival

Living

Made by French in Hong Kong

A product reflecting the choices and personality of the client, with no parallel among ready-made or prêt-à-porter objects.

Green News

Rewriting the Rules of Hospitality

Behind the scenes at The Upper House in Hong Kong with Christian Louboutin and Victoria Beckham.

Living

Hong Kong hospitality power couple

Meet the undisputed power couple of Hong Kong lifestyle and design.

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At least 16 dead at Typhoon Hato batters southern China

At least 16 people have died after Typhoon Hato, the most powerful storm in 50 years, came aground in southern China.

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Typhoon batters Hong Kong

Typhoon Hato has caused authorities to raise the hurricane threat level to 10 for the first time in five years

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Typhoon Hato rips into Hong Kong

A category 10 Typhoon, the strongest, is smashing into Hong Kong.

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Thousands of people in Hong Kong protested the jailing of three pro-democracy leaders

Thousands of people in Hong Kong protested the jailing of three pro-democracy leaders