Hong Kong

Pro-democracy activists, Joshua Wong, left, Sunny Cheung, center, and Nathan Law holding a placard, speak to media to urge the European leaders against national security law for Hong Kong outside the Legislative Council.

American lawmakers accuse China of spying on dissidents in the US

When activist and politician Sunny Cheung fled from Hong Kong to the US two years ago, he thought he would be free. But his troubles followed him there, where he says he's received threats on social media through what appear to be "fake accounts."

American lawmakers accuse China of spying on dissidents in the US
Red building in China with people in masks mingling in front of it

In Hong Kong, lighting a candle for Tiananmen victims is now a crime

In Hong Kong, lighting a candle for Tiananmen victims is now a crime
A helmeted head is blurry in the foreground, behind it, a line of protesters on a balcony

The problem with offers of citizenship to those fleeing Hong Kong

The problem with offers of citizenship to those fleeing Hong Kong
A red car is shown from above driving over several small Chinese flags.

Facebook suspends data requests from Hong Kong authorities; Ocean Viking docks in Sicily; Pink glacial ice

Facebook suspends data requests from Hong Kong authorities; Ocean Viking docks in Sicily; Pink glacial ice
Ai Weiwei looks at the camera as he stands in front of a microphone

Ai Weiwei: Hong Kong security law ‘the last nail of the coffin’

Ai Weiwei: Hong Kong security law ‘the last nail of the coffin’
A helmeted head is blurry in the foreground, behind it, a line of protesters on a balcony

Hong Kong national security law to take effect; Iran sentences journalist to death; Koalas could be extinct by 2050 in New South Wales

A controversial national security law for Hong Kong is set to take effect, as pro-democracy advocates warn of eroding freedoms in the semi-autonomous region. New reports say US President Donald Trump was briefed in February about suspected Russian bounties on US soldiers, contradicting the president's claims. An Iranian journalist has been sentenced to death. An Australian inquiry shows koalas in NSW could become extinct by 2050.

Hong Kong national security law to take effect; Iran sentences journalist to death; Koalas could be extinct by 2050 in New South Wales
A child wears a face mask

Semi-quarantined: Living with the coronavirus outbreak in Hong Kong

"The park is half-empty, but we have decided to let our daughter enjoy a few hours of daily sunshine. We are determined not to let ourselves be overwhelmed by fear."

Semi-quarantined: Living with the coronavirus outbreak in Hong Kong
A crowd of people celebrate their election win.

Former Hong Kong politician hopes election results will force China to 'keep its promise'

Former Hong Kong politician Emily Lau explained the impact of Hong Kong's recent district council elections that were overwhelmingly won by pro-democracy candidates.

Former Hong Kong politician hopes election results will force China to 'keep its promise'
Pro-democracy activists Joshua Wong and Agnes Chow leave the Eastern Court after being released on bail in Hong Kong, China, on August 30, 2019.

Hong Kong arrests won’t ‘cut off the heads of these protests,’ lawyer says

On the eve of an important anniversary in Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement, authorities arrested dozens of pro-democracy activists.

Hong Kong arrests won’t ‘cut off the heads of these protests,’ lawyer says
Cameras and people surround Joshua Wong as he speaks to the media.

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: 'We will continue our battle until the day we have democracy'

In Hong Kong, protesters are prepared to take to the streets on July 1, the day of Hong Kong's handover from the UK to China, to protest a controversial bill that would allow extradition from Hong Kong to mainland China. Joshua Wong is one of the leaders of the protest movement, and he spoke to The World's host, Marco Werman, about his experience advocating for Hong Kong's people.

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: 'We will continue our battle until the day we have democracy'
A police officer is shown with a helmet and clear face mask down, striking a person with an umbrella with his batton.

In Hong Kong, anger and frustration toward China aren't new

Demonstrators in Hong Kong are calling for the repeal of a controversial new extradition bill with China. But that's just the last straw for many Hongkongers, whose resentment toward mainland China has been building for some time.

In Hong Kong, anger and frustration toward China aren't new
A woman works out with apartment buildings behind her

How single women are driving gentrification in Hong Kong and elsewhere

Not only are single women emerging as a growing and critical aspect of the economy in cities around the world, they are also driving increasingly unaffordable real estate markets. But women at the other end of the income spectrum, particularly single mothers, bear the brunt of gentrification.

How single women are driving gentrification in Hong Kong and elsewhere
Hong Kong fans cover their faces and boo during the Chinese national anthem, at a friendly soccer match between Hong Kong and Bahrain in Hong Kong, China, November 9, 2017.

In Hong Kong, insulting China’s national anthem could soon be illegal

Pro-Beijing lawmakers in Hong Kong introduced a bill to criminalize “disrespect” of China’s national anthem. Pro-democracy activists say it’s all about stifling dissent.

In Hong Kong, insulting China’s national anthem could soon be illegal
Democracy leader Joshua Wong sits in a prison van as he arrives at the High Court in Hong Kong, August 24, 2017. Picture taken through tinted glass.

Jailed Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong has been found guilty of contempt of court

Jailed Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong spent his 21st birthday in court Friday where he was found guilty of contempt for obstructing the clearance of a major encampment during the city's 2014 mass Umbrella rallies.

Jailed Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong has been found guilty of contempt of court
Hong Kong fans turn their backs during Chinese national anthem before the Hong Kong v Malaysia - AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers.

In China, ‘disrespecting’ the national anthem now gets you 15 days in jail

Politics are a part of sports even in China.

In China, ‘disrespecting’ the national anthem now gets you 15 days in jail