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China accuses US of ‘political plot’ to thwart its development after House okays Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act
The legislation paves the way for sanctions against individuals deemed responsible for actions to undermine Hong Kong’s autonomy.
Hong Kong protests: Unarmed man seriously hurt after anti-government demonstrators attack him while others clapped
The man is seen kneeling down in surrender. But his attackers continue raining blows, cheered on by others who clap their hands.
MTR boss pleaded with protesters to ‘treasure and safeguard’ rail network. Hours later, they smashed and burned Central station
It was peaceful. Then it wasn't... again.
After months of unrest, Carrie Lam has withdrawn the extradition bill
The development comes just as MTR Corporation revealed that it had suffered around HK$50 million in damages in just a few weeks.
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam reportedly said she would quit if she could and had ‘very limited’ ability to contain protests
In leaked audio obtained by Reuters, Lam said she had "very limited" capacity to quell protests, which China views as a threat to national security.
[PHOTOS] Police wallop people in train, protesters bash MTR stations: here’s a rundown of Hong Kong’s violent weekend
After a weekend of havoc, China has warned that "the end is coming for those attempting to disrupt Hong Kong and antagonise China".
Carrie Lam admits stalemate with Hong Kong protestors caused by government’s refusal to meet their demands
Carrie Lam says Hong Kong police have used minimal force against protesters.
Hong Kong officer who fired shot felt ‘life was threatened’ by protesters attacking him and colleagues with metal pipes
The gunshot incident was the first of its kind in 12 weeks of intense protests.
Chaos at Hong Kong’s Yuen Long MTR station as protesters confront police while marking one month since mob attack
Protesters gathered at MTR station demanding justice for victims of rampage by white-clad men on July 21.