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Police officers stand guard outside the West Kowloon Court in Cheung Sha Wan on February 9, the day the court sentenced former media tycoon Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

Letters | Jimmy Lai case verdict and State Council’s white paper send strong message

Readers discuss the importance of safeguarding national security, and the Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance.

Hong Kong

CUHK alumni lose legal bid to overturn election ban over ‘scandalous’ conduct

Hong Kong

Law firm asks court to block access to files seized in ‘crash-for-cash’ probe

Hong Kong economy

Letters | An orderly Hong Kong can remain open and outward-looking

Readers discuss Western media reactions to the Jimmy Lai case sentencing, the city’s roads, and the need for public bodies to do more to protect residents’ interests.

An aerial view of Hong Kong on May 19, 2025. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong

Hong Kong bus driver alleged to have deliberately crashed on bridge granted bail

Lee Kai-po, 63, has been charged with dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm.

Hong Kong International Airport

Hong Kong court grants bail to British man filmed wrecking airport kiosks

Youcef Bennoui, 35, charged with criminal damage and must pay HK$5,000 and report daily to police as part of bail conditions.

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Hong Kong court orders Christian Zheng Sheng Association to be liquidated

Judge rules in government’s favour after charity failed to repay HK$61 million to public fund in the wake of a fraud scandal in 2024.

The former premises of Christian Zheng Sheng College on Lantau Island. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
Hong Kong national security law

Hong Kong court to rule on appeals of 12 jailed activists on February 23

Court will also rule on one acquitted defendant in city’s largest national security trial of 47 opposition figures over illegal ‘primary’ election.

Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Hong Kong’s success debunks the false binary of security vs freedom

Contrary to what external critics might say about Hong Kong, the national security regime has helped build a foundation for the city’s comeback.

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Hong Kong children

Hong Kong court grants couple parenting rights in mainland Chinese surrogacy case

Couple turned to court after failing to secure identification cards, but ruling not expected to set precedent, lawyer says.

Commercial surrogacy arrangements are illegal in both Hong Kong and mainland China. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong politics

As I see it | Western media criticism of the Jimmy Lai case verdict needs a fact check

While some critiques of the former media boss’ sentencing come down to different standards of governance and journalism, others are steeped in hypocrisy.

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A Hong Kong Correctional Services vehicle carrying former media tycoon Jimmy Lai leaves the Lai Chi Kok Reception Centre and heads to the West Kowloon Court on February 9. Photo: Dickson Lee
Mainland China

Henderson Land’s Martin Lee sues actress Chrissie Chau for defamation

Chairman accuses actress of spreading malicious rumours about their supposed relationship for personal fame.

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Law

Legal Tales | How Hong Kong law deals with the complicated matter of divorce

While it is relatively easy filing for divorce under today’s laws, the court must still consider complex factors of needs and matrimonial assets.

Crime in Hong Kong

Ex-fintech executive who stole HK$19.2 million jailed for 6½ years in Hong Kong

Shum Lok-man, who embezzled the money from Eddid Securities and Futures, gambled away 99 per cent of the proceeds.

The High Court in Admiralty. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong's national security law

Hong Kong fugitive’s father guilty of trying to cash out her insurance policy

Kwok Yin-sang tried to deal with financial assets of US-based Anna Kwok, despite knowing daughter is wanted activist with HK$1 million bounty.

Kwok Yin-sang (centre) arrives at West Kowloon Court during the trial in October last year. Photo: Edmond So
Jimmy Lai trial

Opinion | Jimmy Lai ruling shows Hong Kong’s resolve to uphold the rule of law

No smear tactics or coercive sanction from Lai’s supporters or Western benefactors will weaken Hong Kong’s determination to safeguard national security.

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Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Hong Kong must keep up ‘unrelenting’ fight to safeguard national security

The central government’s white paper is the clearest and strongest warning yet against violations of national security.

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Opinion | Collusion is a serious offence. Let Jimmy Lai’s case be an example

Critics of the former media boss’ sentencing should remember that he was not on trial for his beliefs, but rather for a clearly defined crime against national security.

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Jimmy Lai trial

Key dates in Jimmy Lai’s Hong Kong national security case

Key dates in Jimmy Lai’s Hong Kong national security case

Hong Kong

Hong Kong businessman charged with providing surrogacy services overseas

Harcourt director Alfred Siu and company manager Lin Siu-fong charged with taking part in, and receiving payment for, surrogacy arrangement.

Crime in Hong Kong

Retiree who left urine-spiked drinks in Hong Kong supermarkets spared prison

Court considers defendant’s psychological health and accepts Social Welfare Department’s recommendation to place him on probation for one year.

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The judge said Franklin Lo committed a serious offence but accepted a recommendation that he be sentenced to probation rather than prison. Photo: Handout
Jimmy Lai

Editorial | Jimmy Lai trial shows Hong Kong’s rule of law remains robust

The court arrived at the sentences based on the law and the evidence, consistent with the role and responsibilities of the city’s independent judiciary.

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A Correctional Services Department vehicle carrying Jimmy Lai arrives at the West Kowloon Court on February 9. Photo: Sam Tsang
Jimmy Lai trial

Ex-media boss Jimmy Lai jailed for 20 years under national security law

Beijing hails punishment as a ‘powerful declaration’ against those who dare challenge the city’s national security law.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong court denies bail to suspect over 51 million yen theft at exchange

Japanese national Koki Hirose accused of conspiring to steal 27 million yen in connection with robbery in Sheung Wan.

Jimmy Lai trial

Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison for national security crimes

Hong Kong leader and Beijing office say sentence shows rule of law has been upheld, while UK pledges to engage with Chinese authorities over case.

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Cardinal Joseph Zen and Jimmy Lai’s wife Teresa Lai leave West Kowloon Court. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Tai Po fire highlights need for Hong Kong to allow class actions

The introduction of class actions is worth considering as it will make justice more accessible for Hongkongers.

A man walks past burnt buildings after the deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po district on November 28 2025. Photo: AP
Jimmy Lai trial

Jimmy Lai to be sentenced on Monday in Hong Kong national security trial

High Court judges to hand down penalties on 78-year-old defendant at 10am, according to judiciary website.

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Law

Legal Tales | Baptism of fire: my first criminal trial

Why a small victory reflects a much larger triumph for the system of an independent bar.

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