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UN warns of worst 'cascade of human rights setbacks in our lifetimes'
"To recover from the most wide-reaching and severe cascade of human rights setbacks in our lifetimes, we need a life-changing vision, and concerted action,"...
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Hong Kong democracy vigil leader detained on Tiananmen anniversary
Police confirmed two people - lawyer Chow Hang-tungand a 20-year-old male - had been arrested on suspicion of publicising an unlawful assembly through social media posts.
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Hong Kong man accused of terrorism in first use of new China security law
Beijing imposed the legislation on the former British colony earlier this week despite protests from Hong Kongers and Western nations.
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Hundreds protest in Hong Kong against proposed national security laws
In drafting the legislation, which could see the setting up of Chinese government intelligence agencies in the global financial centre, Beijing plans to circumvent Hong Kong’s lawmaking body, the Legislative Council.
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Officers beaten after police disband Hong Kong democracy rally
Trouble flared when police ordered the gathering to disperse from the city's commercial district, with protesters gathering behind shields of umbrellas.
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Hong Kongers mark half year protest anniversary with huge rally
Tens of thousands snaked their way through the financial hub's main island under crisp winter skies in what looked set to be the biggest turnout in months.
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Hong Kong's clouds of tear gas spark health panic
According to some advice that has spread online, women should avoid becoming pregnant for two years if they have been affected by the agent.
