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Supporting freedom of expression is not wrong, Jimmy Lai’s lawyer tells court

Closing arguments made in Hong Kong media mogul’s national security trial, which has lasted more than 140 days

The Guardian - UK

Defence Begins Closing Arguments In Hong Kong Trial Of Jimmy Lai

A lawyer representing Jimmy Lai said Wednesday it was "not wrong to support freedom of expression" as the defence began closing arguments in the jailed Hong Kong media mogul's national security trial.

International Business Times

Asia’s elderly risk getting sicker for longer. Hotelier Allen Law wants to ‘bridge the gap’ between lifespan and healthspan

Law sees longevity as one of the two biggest business opportunities over the next decade due to rapid AI advancements and post-COVID lifestyle changes.

Fortune

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Shein looks at moving back to China for Hong Kong listing after London IPO stalls

Fashion retailer considered £50bn float in London but has not received backing from Chinese authorities

The Guardian - UK

Voices: Britain’s shameful inaction on Jimmy Lai could cost him his life

COMMENT: As his health deteriorates in a Hong Kong jail, the businessman’s detention is now a test of Keir Starmer’s seriousness about human rights – and the government’s willingness to defend its citizens and values abroad, says Jodie Ginsberg

The Independent UK

Hong Kong summons British envoy after UK grants asylum to ‘wanted’ democracy activist Tony Chung

China accuses the UK and Australia, which also granted asylum to an activist last week, of ‘interfering’

The Independent UK

HK Scientist Puts Hope In Nest Boxes To Save Endangered Cockatoos

Above the teeming shopping streets of Hong Kong's Causeway Bay district, a fight to save one of the world's most endangered species is unfolding high in the branches of a decades-old cotton tree.

International Business Times

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Prime movers, Scottish masculinity and hip-hop in a Hong Kong cafe: dance at Edinburgh fringe 2025

Surprise finds at the festival include a sweet kids’ show about embracing your differences and a beautifully choreographed martial arts duet, in a year with work-in-progress energy

The Guardian - UK

Closing arguments in Jimmy Lai’s national security trial begin amid health concerns

Prosecutor discusses security law concerning collusion charges as trial resumes

The Independent UK

Hong Kong activist Tony Chung says he has been granted asylum in the UK

Chung, one of youngest people to get jail sentence under security law, posts Home Office letter agreeing he has ‘well-founded fear of persecution’

The Guardian - UK

Hong Kong Court Hears Closing Arguments In Tycoon Jimmy Lai's Trial

Hong Kong prosecutors on Monday began closing arguments in the trial of pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai, saying the septuagenarian was fit to attend hearings after an adjournment last week to equip him with a heart monitor.

International Business Times

Hong Kong court begins hearing final arguments in Jimmy Lai's national security trial

A Hong Kong court has begun hearing final arguments in the national security trial of former Apple Daily publisher Jimmy Lai

The Independent UK

Hong Kong pro-democracy activists granted asylum in Australia and Britain

Dozens of activists are on the run from authorities in the China-ruled city after a crackdown on civil liberties.

Al Jazeera

Hong Kong democracy activist granted asylum after fleeing to Australia

Activist convicted in Hong Kong urges Australia not to forget prisoners like Jimmy Lai

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The Guardian - AU

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Ted Hui reportedly granted asylum in Australia

Exiled former lawmaker with $200,000 bounty for his arrest, who now works as a solicitor in Adelaide, says he and his family granted protection visas

International Business Times

Former Pro-democracy Hong Kong Lawmaker Granted Asylum In Australia

Former pro-democracy Hong Kong lawmaker Ted Hui who is wanted by the Chinese city has been granted asylum in Australia, he said in a social media post, calling on Canberra to do more for those who remain jailed.

The Independent UK

Black paint and blank screens: China forces censorship of Hong Kong and Uyghur artworks in Thailand

Exhibition curator flees to UK from Thailand as he believed that Thai police were looking for him

Benzinga

Trump-Backed American Bitcoin Eyes Japanese, Hong Kong Firms For Crypto Acquisition: Report

American Bitcoin, a U.S. cryptocurrency mining company backed by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, is reportedly looking to acquire Asian companies to bolster its Bitcoin reserves.

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The Independent UK

Hong Kong’s population stabilises for first time in a decade

The city recorded an inflow of 18,200 residents during mid-2024 to mid-2025

The Guardian - AU

Closing arguments in Jimmy Lai trial delayed again as activist seeks treatment for heart palpitations

Lai’s lawyer told the court that the imprisoned Hong Kong media mogul had felt unsteady

The Independent UK

Final arguments in Jimmy Lai's national security trial in Hong Kong delayed over health concerns

The final arguments in prominent Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai’s national security trial have been postponed after his lawyer said he experienced heart palpitations and the judges wanted him to receive medical treatment first

Benzinga

The Perfect Stocks Portfolio: August 2025 Update

It has once again bene another stellar month for the Perfect Stock Portfolio with average stock rising a little over 6%.

Al Jazeera

Trump promises to ‘save’ jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai

Closing arguments are due to begin in the national security trial of Jimmy Lai, 77, a critic of China’s Communist Party.

International Business Times

Hong Kong Tycoon Jimmy Lai's Collusion Trial Resumes After Delay

A Hong Kong court on Friday began hearing closing arguments in the national security trial of pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai, following a one-day delay because of bad weather.

Caixin Global

Hong Kong Regulators Issue Warning to Cool Stablecoin Frenzy

Rare joint statement from SFC and HKMA over risks of irrational investment behavior

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