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A good number of protesters gathered at MOKO chanting slogans and singing Glory to #HongKong. At least four police vehicles are parked right outside the mall.
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“I don’t believe darkness will always overpower the light on earth. Fireflies can light up the world. Bandits can only kidnap your body, they cannot take away your faith,” writes a sign at the mall in Sha Tin where protesters have gathered. Photo: Apple Daily
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Instead of the usual plain backgrounds, Chief Executive Carrie Lam has opted for a collage of #HongKongProtests images for her press conference where she is responding to police watchdog's report released today. "The Truth About Hong Kong", it reads.
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A 22-year-old lifeguard is sentenced to four years in jail for rioting. He is the first defendant to admit guilty to riot charges. He was arrested on June 12, when thousands surrounded the LegCo to protest the reading of controversial extradition bill. news.mingpao.com/ins/%e6%b8%af%…
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“7 months ago, I plucked all my courage to file a complaint of rape and sexual by unknown police officers inside Tsuen Wan Police station. I hoped and prayed that the complaint would be investigated impartially...none of that has happened.” facebook.com/615726795/post…
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It’s #HongKong Chief Executive Carrie Lam’s birthday tomorrow and all sorts of birthday cards are circulating online.
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#HongKong’s success isn’t a case of what the govt did correctly but how we managed despite the govt. “Fight Virus Together,” Carrie Lam claimed. But it’s been clear who she’s targeting with social distancing rules in the name of public health. theatlantic.com/technology/arc…
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Political cartoonist Zunzi's drawing in Mingpao today.
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An 18-year-old who reported being raped by officers in Tsuen Wan police station on 27th Sept is now wanted by police for making false statement. Police chief Chris Tang told district councillors her statement doesn’t match results of the investigation. thestandnews.com/politics/%E5%B…
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AppleDaily obtained floorplan of new police club, which went overbudget by HK$390 million and is built with public fund for Shatin to Central rail link. Among new additions: infinity pool overlooking harbour, a jacuzzi, 4 swimsuit dryers that cost HK$60000 hk.appledaily.com/local/20200511…
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"No matter how much pressure we face, it's our responsibility as elected legislators to stand on the frontline and protect Hong Kong people," says legislator Roy Kwong, who was tackled to the ground by #HongKongPolice at a protest on last night and just left hospital with bruises
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According to Apple Daily, the police officer, who pointed a gun at the crowd amid the chaos in Tsuen Wan on 8.25, is among 18 officers awarded a Commanding Officer’s Commendation for their work during the protests. He was praised for his leadership, loyalty, bravery n resilience.
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While the chaos ensue in Legislative Council, #HongKong protesters recreate the scene on #AnimalCrossing with Starry Lee smirking on the chairman seat, surrounded by security.
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When popular Chinese boba chain HEYTEA first opened in #HongKong late 2018, hundreds queued for hours for a drink. It took a hit during the protests and a further blow amid #coronavirus. Now only 2 out of 8 branches remain in town. hk.appledaily.com/finance/202005…
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Chen's most recent case includes convicting lawmaker Au Nok-hin of assaulting a police officer by shouting through a loudspeaker. She also caused controversy with her online remarks, attacking judges and calling protesters cockroaches and scumbags. scmp.com/news/hong-kong…
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An email reply from Solicitors Regulation Authority to a local group has confirmed that Vivien Chen, assigned as a prosecutor by the Department of Justice, is not a UK solicitor as she claims on Hong Kong Bar Association's website.
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Apple Daily published their 3rd article on superintendent Rupert Dover. They found that he and his wife, also a police officer, lease another house in the village for bed and breakfast at up to HK$1400 per night, without a guesthouse license. hk.appledaily.com/local/20200501…
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#HongKong protesters are passing around lists of pro-democracy shops and restaurants, urging people to support the yellow economy during the Golden Week.
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Spotted this on the MTR today. A sticker over Prince Edward station on the 8th month anniversary of the attack. Meanwhile police have surrounded the station since the afternoon to prevent people from laying flowers.
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Apple Daily: some entertainment companies in mainland China have added a term in contracts with #HongKong actors to guarantee they won’t be banned in China for political reasons within next 10 years. If breached, companies can sue for compensatory damages. hk.entertainment.appledaily.com/entertainment/…
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Next Magazine released a statement, condemning Hong Kong police for detaining two reporters while they were reporting on an investigative story related to superintendent Rupert Dover. The pair have since been released from Tseung Kwan O police station.
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Tsai Ing-wen’s placard to Lam quotes Amos 5:14, let judgement run down as waters and righteousness as a mighty stream. The line is also featured in a Christian song that can sometimes be heard at Hong Kong protests. twitter.com/krislc/status/…
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Stand News did an uplifting story on a snack shop, which applied to be a private food supplier for correctional institutions, to ensure arrested protesters can have better meals - even if it means the shop is making a loss of HK$20,000 every month. thestandnews.com/society/%E9%BB…
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Trailer for this year’s #HongKong Film Awards was released today. “This was our playground.” “He is above the law”. It’s hard not to notice the message and meaning of this film collage, which as some point out, deserves the best editing award.
Journalist based in Hong Kong. Formerly @VICEWorldNews, @SCMPNews. Words in @WPReview, @latimes and @AJEnglish
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