World Apr 01 7 Hong Kong democracy leaders convicted as China clamps down By Zen Soo, Associated Press
World Jul 12 Nearly 600,000 vote in Hong Kong pro-democracy primaries Hundreds of thousands of Hong Kong residents turned up over the weekend to vote in an unofficial primary election held by the city’s pro-democracy camp as it gears up to field candidates for an upcoming legislative poll. By Zen Soo, Associated Press
World Apr 19 US, UK condemn Hong Kong arrests of democracy advocates The United States condemned the arrests of at least 14 veteran pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong on charges of joining massive anti-government protests last year, saying the police action jeopardizes a high degree of autonomy guaranteed the southern Chinese city. By Zen Soo, Associated Press
World Jan 01 Watch 5:14 News Wrap: Death toll in Australian wildfires rises to 17 In our news wrap Wednesday, New Year’s Day brought only slight relief to parts of Australia ravaged by some of the country’s worst-ever wildfires. The death toll rose to 17. Also, the Taliban staged a series of attacks on Afghan…
World Aug 23 Watch 8:15 News Wrap: Democracy supporters in Hong Kong form human chain extending 25 miles In our news wrap Friday, democracy advocates in Hong Kong formed a human chain stretching 25 miles to show solidarity and appeal for international support. It was inspired by a human chain in the Baltic states 30 years ago that…
Aug 21 Watch 4:04 News Wrap: China urges U.S. to make a deal to end trade war In our news wrap Wednesday, China said its trade war with the U.S. is hurting both countries. A spokesman in Beijing also said that when it comes to international treaties, the U.S. “breaks promises” and “violates rules.” Meanwhile, Hong Kong… Continue watching
Aug 20 Sudan’s army and pro-democracy movement form joint ruling body By Samy Magdy, Associated Press The new, 11-member body — called the Sovereign Council — is to rule Sudan for a little over three years until elections can be held. Continue reading
Aug 16 Watch 7:31 News Wrap: Hong Kong braces for weekend of demonstrations In our news wrap Friday, pro-democracy demonstrations resumed in Hong Kong, amid suspicion China could send in paramilitary forces to counter them. Hong Kong police insisted they would maintain control as thousands of students rallied against Beijing’s rule. Meanwhile, in… Continue watching
Aug 15 Watch 3:51 With buildup of forces on border, China displays waning tolerance for Hong Kong protests By Bruce Harrison Chinese military exercises Thursday near the border with Hong Kong reiterated the country’s waning patience with months of pro-democracy demonstrations, some turning violent. Beijing officials have referred to the protests as “terrorism,” and even some Hong Kong residents have grown… Continue watching
Aug 12 Watch 3:19 Amid paralyzing Hong Kong demonstrations, China threatens grave consequences By Jonathan Miller, Independent Television News Violence is rising between protesters and police in Hong Kong, with China threatening to unleash retribution upon those who challenge its authority. Police attacked pro-democracy demonstrators Monday, severely injuring one, while media in Beijing warned it might send Chinese paramilitary… Continue watching